Seven Things You Absolutely Have To Do In Israel, Palestine And Jordan

Israel is a land full of wonders: from the Dead Sea to Golan Heights, The Holy Land is full of eye-opening sites and places that you absolutely must see, taste and experience.

1. Shop at Mahane Yehuda Market in Jerusalem

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Spices, nuts, teas, fresh pastries, juice, hummus, souvenirs and just about everything in between, this open air market offers sights as vibrant as the flavors of this amazing land. Go hungry and enjoy a taste of Jerusalem!

2. Float in The Dead Sea

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This is a bucket list item for everyone: bring your swimsuit, sunscreen and a picnic of dates and minty black tea (it's a traditional snack here!), then kick back ... and float! Be sure to slather on the mud, and grab some local Dead Sea mineral masks sold in the shops before you leave.

3. Take a Jeep Tour to Petra, Jordan

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Petra is one of the Seven Wonders of the World, a lost city just waiting to be explored. Take a Jeep Tour through through the desert, learn about the local Bedouin culture and be amazed by the breathtaking scenery of this ancient land. Check out how to get to Petra via Jerusalem at TouristIsrael.com.

4. Climb the Jesus Trail in Nazareth

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Nazareth is a gorgeous city full of steep stairs and twisting back alleys. As you wind your way through the city, you'll easily spot markers indicating the famous "Jesus Trail" that leads you to the top. It's a hike -- but the view is well worth the climb.

5. Take a Cable Car over Jericho

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Desert landscapes, sharp cliffs, and a hidden monastery all beg you to explore this area of the West Bank. For just a few shekels you can climb into a cable car and experience a stunning view of the area surrounding Jericho. Once at the top, enjoy the cool caves of the Mount of Temptation.

6. Have Coffee In Ramallah, Palestine

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One of the best things you can do to better understand the world around you is to travel, and sometimes part of traveling means simply living like the locals do. So pick a coffee shop in this beautiful city, curl up in a corner and watch everyday life unfold in the West Bank.

7. Adventure North to the Golan Heights

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The north of Israel feels like a different country -- no, a different planet. Sprawling hills roll into lush green mountainsides, goats, sheep and wild horses roam the land and life is a little bit more laid back. Visit a kibbutz for a taste of authentic life, or take an ATV tour through Golan Heights Hostel.