The Holy Land Blog

Stories, guides, and local knowledge from Elijah Tours — written by people who live here

Best Time to Visit Bethlehem
Best Time to Visit Bethlehem in 2026: Christmas, Easter, Summer, or Fall? (A Local's Honest Comparison)The best time to visit Bethlehem depends on what you came for. **October–November and March–April** give yo... Read more →
The Holy Land in Summer
Visiting the Holy Land in Summer: Heat, Crowds, and How to Do It RightSummer is genuinely one of the harder times to visit the Holy Land — but its also one of the most popular, ... Read more →
Mount Tabor
Visiting Mount Tabor: The Transfiguration Mountain (2026 Guide)Mount Tabor — the traditional site of the Transfiguration — rises 575 meters above the Jezreel Valley. A li... Read more →
Yardenit Baptism Site
Yardenit Baptism Site: What to Expect and How to Prepare (2026)Yardenit is where Christian pilgrims come to be baptized or renew their vows in the Jordan River. A license... Read more →
The Sea of Galilee Boat Ride
The Sea of Galilee Boat Ride: Everything to Expect (2026)Every pilgrim group does the Sea of Galilee boat ride — the flag raising, the engine cut, the Gospel readin... Read more →
The Mount of Beatitudes
Visiting the Mount of Beatitudes: A Guide's First-Hand Guide (2026)The hillside where Jesus preached the Sermon on the Mount. A licensed Holy Land guide's guide to the octago... Read more →
Capernaum
Visiting Capernaum: Where Jesus Actually Lived (2026 Guide)Capernaum isn't a tradition — it's an excavation. The actual town where Jesus lived during his ministry. A ... Read more →
Nazareth
Visiting Nazareth: A Holy Land Guide's First-Hand Guide (2026)Licensed Holy Land guide's first-hand guide to Nazareth — the Basilica of the Annunciation, Synagogue Churc... Read more →
Is It Safe to Visit Bethlehem
Is It Safe to Visit Bethlehem in 2026? A Local Guide Answers Read more →
Why Bethlehem Is One of the Most Meaningful Places to Visit in the Holy Land
Why Bethlehem Is One of the Most Meaningful Places to Visit in the Holy Land Read more →
Bethlehem Is Waiting
Bethlehem Is Waiting: A City of Faith, Welcome, and Hope in Difficult Days Read more →
Celebrating Easter in Bethlehem: a Journey to the Heart of Faith
Celebrating Easter in Bethlehem: A Journey to the Heart of Faith Read more →