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Palestine 'Holy Land' Special

Edition #12 2020

It was not on our 2020 travel wish list before we went. But you should put Palestine on yours. Because Palestine is a non-stop surprise: the people, the food, the nature, the culture, the history and the heritage. Palestine, the heart of the Holy Land, is a destination that will touch you deeply. Guaranteed.

In this edition

The Abraham Path. Hiking in the footsteps of the Patriarch

Palestinian Heritage Trail

Hiking in the Heart of the Holy Land

Thousands of years of history come together on the Palestinian Heritage Trail, formerly known as the Masar Ibrahim or Abraham Path, a hiking trail that crosses Palestine from north to..
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The Walled Off Hotel

Banksy's Art hotel in Bethlehem

A hotel next to the wall dividing Israel and Palestine? With views of watchtowers? Which is also a museum? Is this a joke? Absolutely not, my friends. The Walled Off..
The Abraham Path. Hiking in the footsteps of the Patriarch

Exploring the West Bank

Postcards from Palestine

Majestic sunrises, steep canyons and delicious falafel. Monasteries anchored in time, exquisite cheese pastries and Bedouin camps. Vibrant markets, swaths of olive trees and the best beer in the Middle..

Travel Essentials

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Xtorm

20.000 impact

Power to the people

When travelling, you’ll take photos. When you take many pictures with your smartphone, your battery dies. And you don’t want that. Enter the Xtorm 20.000 impact. The user-friendly design and low weight (360 gr) make it easy to take wherever you go. The large battery capacity means you can quickly charge your smartphone up to 8X. That’s how it feels to have lots of power.

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Deuter

Drout Lifestyle Backpack

Safe and dry, no matter the weather

This backpack is my ultimate everyday companion. It’s made of durable, waterproof material that keeps everything safe and dry. I love the top-loading design with the secure Fidlock closure. Inside, the spacious compartment has a removable organizer that keeps my MacBook, notebook, and documents neatly in place. Practical, stylish, and functional — it’s perfect for work, travel, and everything in between.

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Ternua

Latxa Artile

Natural insulation for premium jackets

What can be done with 2.5 million kg of wool per year? Basque Country has about one million latxas sheep, a symbol of the territory. However, their wool is an environmental problem for shepherds because it has no commercial use and cannot be thrown away. Ternua, through its circular economy project “Latxa Artile” (“Vast wool” in Basque), has shown that this wool waste can be a high-quality natural insulator for premium urban jackets. This wool has very interesting technical characteristics: it is antibacterial, thermally insulating, thermoregulating, traps air, works well in the wet, is flame retardant, and prevents the generation of bad odors. Different garments in their collection include this wool.

Editorial

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Palestine: Heart of the Holy Land

'What a surprise my adventure on the West Bank was. The towns and cities, the people, the magnificent food, its nature, culture, history and legacy. Palestine blew me away'

To be honest, I never thought about travelling to Palestine. It was never on my bucket list. But, by a stroke of luck, I had the opportunity to jump from neighbouring Jordan into Palestine. And I didn’t hesitate.

I didn’t know anything about Palestine. Just the things that had come to me through the media since I was a child. The usual. No need to go deeper into that here. But beyond an unfair clash that seemed – and seems – eternal, I knew nothing about its culture, landscapes or cuisine. I did not expect anything. It turned out to be the best starting point for this journey: when you expect nothing, everything is a surprise. And what a surprise my adventure on the West Bank was. Or better said, it was a non-stop ongoing surprise. The towns and cities, the people, the magnificent food, its nature, culture, history and legacy. Palestine blew me away.

Join us on this adventure in an area far from mass tourism. A destination which hides endless treasures. Palestine was not on my list but, it should definitely be on yours. It is a country that truly had the ability to transform you.

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Masthead

Global Editor-in-Chief

Marco Barneveld

Creative Director

Frits Meyst

Executive Editor

Barbera Bosma

Editor-in-Chief Spanish

Javier González

Editor-in-Chief German

Malte Clavin

Technical Editor

Hendrik Morkel

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Plan Your Trip

Hike the Palestinian Heritage Trail

The Palestinian Heritage Trail is a rare opportunity to submerge yourself in the remarkable landscape, hospitable people and ancient historical sites of Palestine. The trail provides you with the unique opportunity to be welcomed into ordinary Palestinian homes; to share a homemade traditional meal, listen to local tales; to learn about daily lives, loves and hopes of the people. Palestine is an extraordinary land. Take the first steps onto the trail, and you’ll most likely be rewarded with a life-enhancing experience.

WideOyster Journeys

We know where to go. We know the best places to stay. And we know the local partners who turn a trip into something unforgettable. That’s why when we design your journey, it isn’t just a holiday. It’s a story you’ll carry for life.

Our mission is simple: to inspire you to explore the world with curiosity, optimism, enthusiasm, and respect. To connect with cultures, to marvel at breathtaking landscapes, and to embrace the beauty of untamed nature.

So, tell us — what once-in-a-lifetime adventure may we design for you?

Plan Your Trip

Hike the Palestinian Heritage Trail

The Palestinian Heritage Trail is a rare opportunity to submerge yourself in the remarkable landscape, hospitable people and ancient historical sites of Palestine. The trail provides you with the unique opportunity to be welcomed into ordinary Palestinian homes; to share a homemade traditional meal, listen to local tales; to learn about daily lives, loves and hopes of the people. Palestine is an extraordinary land. Take the first steps onto the trail, and you’ll most likely be rewarded with a life-enhancing experience.

WideOyster Journeys

We know where to go. We know the best places to stay. And we know the local partners who turn a trip into something unforgettable. That’s why when we design your journey, it isn’t just a holiday. It’s a story you’ll carry for life.

Our mission is simple: to inspire you to explore the world with curiosity, optimism, enthusiasm, and respect. To connect with cultures, to marvel at breathtaking landscapes, and to embrace the beauty of untamed nature.

So, tell us — what once-in-a-lifetime adventure may we design for you?

Masthead

Global Editor-in-Chief

Marco Barneveld

Creative Director

Frits Meyst

Executive Editor

Barbera Bosma

Editor-in-Chief

Barbera Bosma

Editor-in-Chief Spanish

Javier González

Editor-in-Chief German

Malte Clavin

Technical Editor

Hendrik Morkel

Need Storytelling?
Let us write your story!

Let the best storytellers work their magic for you and share your story with over 180,000 English, Spanish, German and Dutch speaking travel enthusiasts from all over the world.

For more information visit WideOyster Creative or send an email to letstalk@wideoyster.com

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