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| Subject | Date Asked |
| touring israel | 7/19/2010 |
| Q: How prevalent are internet cafes in various parts of Israel? Do most hotels charge extra for ... A: Almost all cafes and malls have free Internet, and they are extremely prevalent. Most hotels charge ... | |
| Israel trip | 6/10/2010 |
| Q: Ian, My wife and I are visiting Israel in July. Our time constraints limit us to one and a half ... A: I know of tours that depart from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv. click the link below, and choose DAILY ... | |
| How to get Israeli visa for UAE residents | 4/19/2010 |
| Q: Cohen, I’m an Indonesian residing in UAE for the past 4 years. As a Christian, I’ve always wanted ... A: I don't have all the answers unfortunately, but it is easy to cross into Israel from Jordan ( over ... | |
| Negev | 11/4/2009 |
| Q: Another question...I will be with my family (I'm 56 my husband 62) 3 boys in their 20's. We've all ... A: It's about a 2 hour drive...maybe a little more. Try this map - copy /paste the whole link ... | |
| Jerusalem | 11/4/2009 |
| Q: We have been to Jerusalem several times and love it at the David Citidel(which is our special treat) ... A: The Grand Court is not really in East Jerusalem. If you look on a map, it is just off road # 1, and ... | |
| Jerusalem | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: I booked a vacation(5-12.10.09) in Jerusalem at the LEV-YERUSHALIM hotel. I can't go and also can't ... A: First of all, I am amazed that you cannot cancel. SUCCOTH is HIGH season it's true, but this year, ... | |
| Shrine of the Book | 8/22/2009 |
| Q: Good Morning Sir (in US) How does one drive to the Shrine of the Book coming from Tel Aviv on Rt 1 ... A: The SHRINE OF THE BOOK is located in the grounds of the ISRAEL MUSEUM in Jerusalem. TRY this link ... | |
| April weather in Israel | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: If you were planning to visit Israel in April, would that be a good month(weather-wise)? A: April is fine. Not hot yet, but should be over the worst of winter. You can expect a combination of ... | |
| Petra- worth visiting? | 7/7/2009 |
| Q: I am outlining a trip I will be taking to Israel, and am making a list of places I might visit. ... A: Absolutely worth visiting! Petra is in Jordan, not Israel, but can be visited on a day trip from the ... | |
| need driver | 4/14/2009 |
| Q: My sister and i would like to trave from Jerusalem to Tzfat on Tuesday, May -- returning that night. ... A: Why not a taxi company? The reception desk at any hotel will advise you of a reliable company. Or ... | |
| camel rides | 3/24/2009 |
| Q: We will be in Israel (Jersusalem) April 5-17, 2009. Is there any place we could ride a camel? A: In Jerusalem, there are camel rides at the Mount Of Olives. Outside of Jerusalem, a great place for ... | |
| info | 5/27/2008 |
| Q: I would like to take my mother of 73 to the Dead Sea next year in April for her birthday for 10 ... A: the area is totally safe! In April - the sea is warm to dip into. The nearest airport is BEN GURION ... | |
| Traveling to Israel | 11/21/2006 |
| Q: I'm planning to go to Israel in April next year. I'll go by myself and I'd like to know if it is ... A: not considered dangerous at all to travel alone. Women alone do not have to worry about being on the ... | |
| Hotel in East Jerusalem | 5/17/2006 |
| Q: We'll be traveling for the first time to Israel in June. I was looking for a large suite to ... A: i WOULD SAY it is symbolically in East Jerusalem, but across the road from Jewish hotels - Novotel ... | |
| i am a beliver in our... | 4/15/2006 |
| Q: i am a beliver in our lord and savior and would like to take a trip to the holy land on a ... A: try this site for cheap hotels http://www.hotels-of-israel.com/ OR...just arrive, and stay in youth ... | |
| Travel focused on history | 10/28/2005 |
| Q: My new wife (who is not Jewish and not religious) and I are planning to take a trip to Israel this ... A: A private guide would cater to your needs the best, but be the most expensive! send an e-mail to ... | |
| electric appliances | 8/15/2005 |
| Q: Can I use my American appliances in Israel? (hair drier, small fan) Or do I need some converter ... A: Electricity: The electric current in Israel is 220 Volt AC, single phase, 50 Hertz. Most Israeli ... | |
| Electrical Service | 3/19/2005 |
| Q: What type of power do you have in Israel? Single phase? Three Phase? 120watts That sort of thing. ... A: Electricity: The electric current in Israel is 220 Volt AC, single phase, 50 Hertz. Most Israeli ... | |
| Hi Ian, My name is David... | 6/2/2004 |
| Q: My name is David and I live in New Jersey. I have never visited Israel and am considering taking a ... A: It's very tough planning an entire trip, and you will have to help me every step of the way! ... | |
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Ian Cohen
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General tourism info.
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I have written the content for several internet sites covering Israel, from Jerusalem to the Dead Sea ( http:www.deadseatourist.com)
Education/Credentials
MA in Middle Eastern History
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