Via Sabra - Unfolding Israel

05/02/2026

We spent the a sunny winter day on site inspections at some truly beautiful hotels in Jerusalem. There is nothing like being on the ground, walking the spaces, meeting the teams, and making sure every detail is just right so our clients feel comfortable, welcomed, and inspired.

These visits are all about quality, care, and partnership, choosing hotels that reflect the warmth, depth, and beauty of Jerusalem itself. We cannot wait to welcome our upcoming groups and share these special places with them.

A heartfelt thank you to our wonderful hotel partners for their hospitality, time, and collaboration. Looking forward to many meaningful stays together.

🙏The David Citadel Hotel Cassia Jerusalem, מלון התאטרון - Theatron Hotel

16/12/2025

The news of the tragic attack at Bondi Beach hit us as we headed into the first night of Chanukah, which made the messages of the holiday, despite being weighed deeper with sadness, shine through even stronger.

We, here in Israel, are coming out of two years of darkness and the future for us and Jews around the world seems even darker. And yet, we can turn to these small flames, that grow every night in number, as symbols of resilience, hope, and unity.

Wishing everyone a happier Chanukah and may the increasing glow of the candles light our path ahead with peace and prosperity.

09/11/2025

🌿 What an incredible week it’s been!

We were honored to host Nature Israel for a weeklong visit, exploring Israel’s landscapes, wildlife, and communities together. From sunrise over the Hula Valley to the western Negev, each day brought new stories of nature, resilience, and hope.

We met inspiring people working to protect ecosystems, connect communities, and teach the next generation to care for this land. The journey reminded us how deeply nature, culture, and people are intertwined here.

A huge thank-you to our partners at Nature Israel, and to all the local guides and hosts who made this week unforgettable.

Together, we’re building a shared commitment to preserve Israel’s nature - for all who call it home.

04/11/2025

We’re excited to have kicked off the SPNI *Nature in Israel* trip this week 🍃

Early November is the ideal season for nature lovers — peak bird-watching, crisp air, and perfect trail-walking weather. From Jerusalem’s green spaces to migration routes across the country, there is so much to see and learn.

Thank you to our partners at Nature Israel and all the participants for joining us on this meaningful journey in nature and conservation. 🌿🦜

To read more about our adventures in Israel, check out the daily recaps on the Nature Israel blog linked below! 🫒

02 Nov November 2, 2025: Day 1 Posted at 21:46h in Travel by Nature Israel 0 Likes by Jessica Lewis, Director of Marketing and Communications at Nature Israel Welcome to Jerusalem The golden morning light of Jerusalem filtered through the courtyard as the sound of birds echoed outside the Orient Hot...

13/10/2025

Hope shines brighter today. The hostages are returning home and we are waiting with bated breath. So much excitement in the air among everyone filling Hostage Square and other meeting points to welcome them and share our hope for days of peace and restoration ahead. Sending our love and gratitude to all the soldiers - serving, home, injured, and fallen - who have sacrificed so much over the past two years. And to the families of hostages who are not returning alive. May the days ahead bring the unity and strength to rebuild a brighter future for all. Am yisrael chai.

01/10/2025

This morning, we all took a few moments over coffee and apple cake to reflect on the past year.

We spoke about everything we’ve carried - the challenges, the heartbreak, the fears, and the hope that’s kept us moving forward through it all.

Today, with the news of a possible agreement to end the war, that hope feels a little more tangible. And as we turn toward the year ahead, we hope for days of welcoming visitors back to Israel, meeting the people who want to connect, walking the paths of so many before us, and sharing in the beauty and resilience of all this place brings.

Gmar Hatima Tova. Wishing everyone a meaningful fast and a year of peace, healing, and new beginnings. 💙💛

29/04/2025

The next 24 hours in Israel are the most solemn in our national calendar. During Yom Hazikaron, Israel's Memorial Day, we mourn together the loss of all those who gave their lives for the State of Israel.

This year it is particularly heavy as we continue to advocate and pray for the immediate return of the 59 hostages still in captivity in Gaza. Since October 7th, the numbers of the fallen have risen weighing our hearts heavier with the stories of their heroism and tragic ends.

We join many here in Israel in hoping for the day when our beloved country can once again be a peaceful destination where Jews from around the world can connect with their heritage and each other. We miss the magical moments of our visitors exploring historic sites, sharing meals with locals, and experiencing the unique energy of Israel firsthand.

As we stand in remembrance tonight and tomorrow, we will hold onto hope for a thriving, welcoming, and peaceful homeland for all.

24/04/2025

Today in Israel is Holocaust Martyrs' and Heroes' Remembrance Day.

And as the siren wailed across the country at 10am this morning, for one minute, the country came to a standstill. Individuals in marketplaces, streets, highways and schools, stood in silence—remembering.

Today in particular, we reflect on the countless paths Jews have traveled through history. Some paths came to an abrupt, tragic halt during humanity's darkest chapter. Others wound their way forward, allowing survivors to forge ahead, create new families, and establish new roots.

Our history is marked by profound hardship, but also by remarkable resilience. Through remembrance, we honor those lost and affirm our commitment that their stories will never be forgotten.

We remember. We mourn. We endure.

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Photo above: Cattle car used to transport Jews to work and death camps, as pitched symbolically at the end of train tracks in the outdoor park of Yad Vashem in Jerusalem. Courtesy of Pixabay.

10/04/2025

To all our clients, partners, family, and friends,

We know this is a challenging period but we share with you our best wishes for a meaningful and inspiring Passover. May our coming together to tell the story of our Exodus bring the 59 hostages still in captivity home to Israel. And may we welcome you to a peaceful and rebuilding Israel in the coming future.

חג חירות שמח

26/12/2024

We're excited to invite Canadian women to join us for this amazing exploration of leadership, resilience, and hope with the Shefa Journey and Shawna Goodman in March 2025.

For more details, visit our trip page here:
https://viasabra.com/trip/shefa-march-2025/

And PM or reach out to [email protected] or [email protected]

18/11/2024

We are so grateful to the women who persevered and decided to come Israel to explore, connect, write, and share Israel these challenging days. You bring us light and hope!

Special thanks to Gila Walkabout Israel for leading their Trip of One's Own.

07/10/2024

October 7th. One year later but we're still stuck from / on that day. Our hearts broken with the pain and heaviness of all that has happened since. We yearn for hope and support each other through it all.

Listen here: https://youtu.be/cobPO_0eS1A?si=xETqzsa8SnxDCJJx