Episodes

In this episode, we continue our adventures in Israel with a day trip we took to the fortress of Masada, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the Dead Sea. The sites themselves are impressive and must see destinations, but the ride along the Israeli highways into the Judea Desert was equally exciting. There is a distinct beauty in the desert that is only enhanced with the occasional herd of camels. Having driven extensively through the desert southwest of the United States, it was quite a site to b...

In this episode, we continue our adventures in Israel and discuss a day trip we took to Jerusalem. We started in Old Town and made our way through the Jaffa Gate to the Western Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and many other spots. We also explore the shops in nearby Alrov Mamilla including a much needed stop for some great ice cream. Our day ended with a quick trip to have dinner with a friend near Gaza where we got a guided tour of his village including all the shelters in case we heard...

In this episode, we continue our exploration of Israel with a captivating guided bus tour along the Mediterranean coast of Northern Israel. The tour commenced in Tel Aviv and traced the breathtaking coastline, unfolding a fascinating tapestry of historical sites. Our first stop was the ancient city of Caesarea, followed by the vibrant city of Haifa. Next on our itinerary was the enchanting city of Akko (Acre), known for its rich cultural heritage. Lastly, we ventured to the mesmerizing grottoes ...

In this episode, we talk about a recent trip that took us halfway around the world to Israel. Israel is so full of interesting places to see that we will be dedicating several episodes to all the different places we visited while in Israel, starting with this episode focused on Tel Aviv. Tel Aviv is a bustling metropolitan city situated on the south-eastern Mediterranean shores. It boasts a variety of city, beach and historical sites and affords easy entry into and out of Israel. One of our abso...

Welcome to the inaugural episode of Pure Life Podcast, your dose of all things travel, food and leisure. In this episode, we introduce our hosts and give you a feel for who they are, how they met and what inspires them to explore. We also break down the origins of Pure Life, or Pura Vida – where it comes from and what it means to us. Finally, we give you a taste of what’s to come throughout each episode.