Israel

The first Kibbutz (socialist agricultural commune) was established in 1911 on the shores of the Sea of Galilee where the Jordan River exits the southern end of the Sea. By 1946 (in the Israel Government Press Office photo above) it had already become a legend and leader among communities in Read more…

Just eight minutes south of Jerusalem is the beautiful town on Efrat. It’s the former home of one of my sons. Bordering Bethlehem it is a strategically located “settlement” in the Gush Etzion Block of settlements and towns. Watch the stunning flyover below!

Experience Israel through new eyes as we join Aryeh on a 680-mile journey through the promised land. Following a devastating divorce, Aryeh decided to hike the Israel National Trail alone. Along the way, he found healing as he strengthened his relationship with the people, land and state of Israel. This Read more…

I take this trip frequently to visit family and friends in Jerusalem. Along the way you’ll experience the the stunning landscape of the Jordan Valley and pass the ancient/modern towns of Beit Shean and Jericho!  

The most amazing view of the Sea of Galilee can be enjoyed only 30 minutes from us on the Golan Heights. On a clear day recently we were able to see the entire Lake Kinneret (Sea of Galilee) the Jordan Valley, Zemach, Kibbutz Kinneret, Yavne’el (where Galilee Green and Villa Read more…

When grandchildren come to visit us in the Galilee, this is one of our favorite spots to take them. It’s only 30 minutes south of Yavne’el in the Beit Shean Valley. Gan HaShlosha – Sakhne – National Park in Israel The park is located between Kibbutz Beit Alfa and Nir Read more…

I made Aliyah (immigrated to Israel) from Canada in 1983. The move was fairly simple except for a freak March snowstorm which delayed our EL AL flight from Montreal. As mundane as the move was, I felt I was part of the fulfillment of the ancient prophecy of the ingathering Read more…

The BDS (boycott, divest, sanction) movement is not limited to companies who are based in Judea and Samaria. There are many companies around the world who boycott all business with the State of Israel and companies located anywhere in Israel (which includes us at Galilee Green). In the last week Read more…

We’ve already mentioned that the fruits in the Biblical Tribal region of Naftali ripen early. But this is incredible. Usually they are ready around Rosh HaShana which this year is September 21. The luscious fruits above were picked in July! The tree in front of our house in Yavne’el produces Read more…

Join us in this short video as we explore one of the most beautiful natural wonders of the Land of Israel. The Rosh HaNikra grottoes are located in the Western Galilee where the Mediterranean coast meets the Lebanese border. For years they were accessible only by skilled divers from the Read more…