Archive for July, 2009

Nostalgic Haifa-Glam

At the age of 6, my parents left me in the lobby of the Haifa Dan Panorama hotel for a little more than an hour, and I needed some time alone …When they came back they found me at the trendy bar recomposed having a cocktail side by side with Omar Sharif.

Posted by Joelle in Haifa, Hospitality, Travel

New Luxury Hotel In Jerusalem

According to Jerusalem law, all new construction in the city must involve the use of Jerusalem stone, a light-colored local limestone, various forms of which have provided the principal building blocks of older buildings, walls and alleys since ancient times.

Mamilla Hotel, a new luxury property set to open this month, is no exception to the law.

Posted by Joelle in Hospitality, Jerusalem, Travel

Old Jerusalem Antiques

Every time I stroll around the narrow streets of the Old City I can’t avoid stopping in one of my world’s favorite antique shops. Hamsas , Ambar, semiprecious stones and impressive Judaica blow my mind and wallet simultaneously.

Posted by Joelle in Jerusalem, Shopping, Travel