But walls are designed to keep people apart…and to me, that's part of the problem. At the same time, we didn't want to be clinically detached. There's no easy answer. The fact that it's a controversial choice is an example of how this area is quite a challenge when you're writing a script. But when they get married they take it one step upwards, and they cover their hair in public. 2 Replies to ““Rick Steves’ The Holy Land”: Directors’ Cut with Commentary” Arnie Voigt says: January 31, 2017 at 8:34 pm Thanks for the director’s cut perspective, Rick! Our goal: to walk in the footsteps of the people who live here. God intervened and saved Isaac. Terms of Service | Privacy, Watch the Director's Cut without commentary, Bethlehem's Mix of Christians and Muslims, The Holy Land: Israelis and Palestinians Today. Israel adjusted the border to control the entire Dead Sea shoreline. For Muslims, this is from where Muhammad journeyed to heaven. And The other half is a mosque — where Muslims worship before their shared patriarch with equal fervor. As we sit in a pastoral kibbutz with birds tweeting all around, Benny explains what motivates Israelis to live as settlers in the West Bank. Rick: Bete... As anywhere, actually making friends and getting into a home gives an intimate insight into the everyday worlds of the people you meet. After a year of fighting, with Israel mostly victorious, a ceasefire was declared, and temporary borders known as the "Green Line" were established. Kamal: Yes, exactly, and that's why she's very important for them. Along with all the market activity and commerce comes high security and tension. This time we're exploring the Holy Land — Israel and Palestine. Considering the rich historic heritage of each of these communities, it's understandable that both vie for this sacred real estate. When exploring the Holy Land, your sightseeing careens from ancient holy sites to reminders of 20th-century strife and wars. An icon of the tension is the wall that Israel has built between it and Palestine. Rick: Now, in a university like this, are there more men or more women studying? It's been a difficult mix. To have peace and to be, you know — That's when the patriarch (or prophet) Abraham had two sons: From Isaac came the Israelites, and Ismael spawned the Arabs. Greece This tells me, this is where I belong. We love it here. Essentially Israeli towns, these controversial developments reach far into what Palestinians consider their territory. Road signs are in three languages and three scripts: Hebrew and Arabic for Jewish and Arab citizens of Israel, and English for visitors. The 10-foot-by-10-foot platting — marking where tents were posted back in 1948 — survives. Because if they can't get together, they're saddled with the unfortunate baggage of their parents' struggles. But I feel today that there's a recognition that violence is not a winning strategy. My Account. (Download Adobe Acrobat for free at Adobe's website. A short drive up the coastline takes us to Haifa — a prosperous and open city famous for its tolerance. Palestinians counter by saying that the wall was built with the pretense of security. The list below is intended to connect our travelers to tour organizers and independent guides who believe in the "dual narrative" approach to traveling in the Holy Land, and lead visiting groups in a spirit of understanding both perspectives. We want to show them we, we're accepting this now because we want to show you this is not who we are. Exploring Jerusalem's Old City, with its tight quarters and religious passions, I was impressed by the diversity, the feeling of community, and how, all in all, things seem to work together. While complete Muslim control of Jerusalem is unrealistic, many Arabs envision an independent Palestinian state, with this part of Jerusalem — East Jerusalem — as their capital. Rick Steves' Europe. The Palestinian perspective of the situation is illustrated by maps like this, showing how their land-holdings are shrinking, since the creation of Israel in 1948, with each passing decade. For a thousand years, there has been a mosque on Bethlehem's main square — commemorating the birthplace of Jesus (who is also an important figure in Islam). In preparation for this work, I did a lot of reading and documentary-viewing and so on. Many people here are part of Israel's Arab minority. I like this is my religion. They're the poor man's tree. The faithful believe prayers left in cracks between the stones of the Western Wall will be answered. So I hope for everybody and I say to you I like to come to take you, your hand from here to go with each other to heavens, not alone. Everybody wants peace. I don't think we've seen it yet. Travel tips for first time female traveler. That's what happens when you learn to empathize with people. She's cooked up a classic tagine. I wanted to share the narratives from Israel and from Palestine in a balanced way. Mainly it is for life, no fightings, no killings, no explosions, no violence, to be good people. While the city is mostly Palestinian, a determined and well-protected community of several hundred Israeli settlers has staked out the high ground. Watch the interview. These are the great teachers. Today, the combined population of Israel and Palestine is about 12 million — roughly half Jews and half Muslim Arabs, and only a couple percent Christian. Nablus is the second city of the West Bank in population, with a fine modern center and a long history. Jump to bottom. Rounds of olive paste are pressed into a weeping mass. In Israel, we go from the venerable ramparts of Jerusalem to the vibrant modern skyline of Tel Aviv. Man in café: You answer. But I don't know, I don't know how easy it's going to be. Israel is a melting pot nation like none other. The food just keeps on coming! Land is treasured, land is disputed, and land is the basis of dreams. I'm a refugee — I don't know my country. Whether coming together at the Square of the Lions…or browsing down a stylish shopping street…Ramallah helps me envision a peaceful and prosperous Palestine of the future. Only though them. The main square bustles with commerce. My work is to go to places and report on them so people can be comfortable, traveling there smartly, efficiently, economically, and in a way that broadens their perspective. Its venerable walls corral a tangle of many of this planet's holiest sites. With over 40 years of intercultural bridge-building and tourism experience, MEJDI was founded on the belief that travel should contribute to a more positive, interconnected world. Jerusalem is a sprawling and modern city of about 800,000 people. This is Palestine, Rick. Jump to bottom. While I wouldn't recommend traveling to Gaza, the West Bank and Israel are wide open. I was watching the episode about Israel and Palestine on Youtube and it started with a great peace of music. A young father, he was enjoying what he considers the good life: to be a farmer, back to nature, and raising his kids in an idyllic settlement in the West Bank. We don't fight it; we don't do anything against it. Palestinian cities are generally Palestinian-run, with their own security forces. As a veteran of 8 Rick Steves tours, I’m hoping some time soon Rick will re-introduce a Rick Steves Tour of Israel that perhaps includes Egypt & Jordan. She has a whole section in the Koran just named after her. Rick: Yeah. Here are 10 different interviews with people I met in the Holy Land. In the 20th century, the Jewish population grew — especially with the creation of the state of Israel after World War II. It was the only way for them to survive. Abie: More than pop stars, sure. Husam: I'm hoping and that's part of the things I'm involved in, to create, plant seeds, hopefully maybe 10 years, 15 years from now people will realize the importance of living together and having one pluralistic democratic state. You ask, "Do you live in a settlement?" It was later destroyed, and the Second Temple was built. The state of Israel was born, in part, out of the Holocaust, a defining event in the long history of the Jews. I go to places that are confusing to me. And you're not using it, you know? Jump to bottom. And what do you see in the future here in Palestine? Starring Rick Steves Subtitles English [CC] Audio languages English. This comes with a checkpoint — sometimes manned, sometimes unmanned and a simple drive-through. This was where new arrivals first set foot in Israel. He's a young, modern, and well-educated Palestinian who believes in nonviolence and in dignity for Palestine. Here in the West Bank — over 60 years later — many refugee camps are still filled with Palestinian families who fled when their land became "Israel.". I can certainly understand Israel's need for security. And you'll find it harder to ignore the challenges facing the Holy Land. Meet the Middle East fosters relationships between the US and Middle East through education and immersion travel for students, adults, and businesses. Some of the most dramatic and evocative scenery here is in the vast and arid Judean Desert. Rejoined by our Palestinian guide, Kamal, our first stop is Battir Natural Park — famed for its hikes through olives groves and ancient terraces. Rick: Yeah, so this is your town. I've also suspected that most well-educated, politically active Americans have never really had a chance to talk to an Israeli and to a Palestinian and sort through all the complexities of the region. Getting around is easy. Two times for your health. I’m back from the Holy Land and ready to put my focus back on Europe. Rick: Sahtein. I wanted to talk to all kinds of people, and come away with some empathy and a better understanding for the different narratives. For Christians, this is where Jesus was crucified and resurrected. In fact, I 'can imagine Abraham, Jesus, or Muhammad, each traversing these same valleys. Approximately 1,000 Israeli civilians were killed by Palestinian suicide bombers as violence intensified during the Second Intifada from 2000 to 2005. This powerful museum and memorial chronicles the systematic slaughter of 6 million Jews by Nazi Germany. Interfaith Peace-Builders fosters a network of informed and active individuals who understand the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the United States' political, military, and economic role in it. First student: It is like I don't see the whole of my country. As a travel writer, that's what I do. And the main traffic circle comes with a memorial to locals doing time in Israeli prisons. We filmed several insightful interviews with both Israelis and Palestinians that have never seen the light of day…until now. Rick: Now what is it like socially if, in Haifa, if you're an Arab Israeli with Jewish Israelis? I am a big fan of Rick Steves and his episodes about traveling. There are many people in the United States who care deeply about Israel, and there are also a lot of people in the United States — Palestinian Americans especially — who care deeply about the challenges of the Palestinian people. Christians worship Jesus, a Jew who brought his own message. Abie Bresler is a Jewish Israeli guide offering tours in Israel. And Jerusalem is the most contested city within this contested land. In this travel lecture, Rick Steves shares his personal experience traveling through Israel and Palestine and filming his one-hour TV special "Rick Steves' The Holy Land." Hi, I’m Rick Steves, back with more travels. That's my hope. Viewers relate to me because I come at things from the perspective of someone who knows a little and is hungry to learn more. And, to this day, both people struggle to find an equitable and peaceful way to share what each consider their rightful homeland. Man: Around the 19th of October, 1948, my family was forced to leave their village. That's the hummus; very famous hummus made from chickpeas. The wall, is it a "wall"? It's Friday and Muslims have gathered to pray. While Israelis and Palestinians have overlapping claims and struggle to share it peacefully, this land has a rich and fascinating heritage. They are licensed guides and independent professionals who would love your business. Why are they living in this settlement? If nothing else, you'll come home appreciating why the land is treasured by people on both sides of that wall. Our goal? Kobe: Beteavon. And today, most Arabs here are Muslim — a religion that arrived much later with their prophet, Muhammad, in the seventh century. Later, Palestinians — chafing at the loss of their land and freedom — staged two uprisings, or "intifadas." Rick Steves Special: The Holy Land, Israelis And Palestinians Today Airs Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019 at 10 a.m. on KPBS TV Thursday, December 12, 2019 So I just believe it's right and in our interest to not shirk the responsibility of staying involved and engaged in this challenging part of the world. Israel is the size of New Jersey, with 8 million people — twice the population of Palestine. The city of Ramallah functions as the de facto capital of Palestine. I'm Rick Steves. Palestinians living in the West Bank, while nominally autonomous, are living under an Israeli occupation. On one side of the glass Jews worship in the synagogue — the second most holy place in Judaism. I wanted to talk about things that illustrated a certain point, but you could take any number of issues and start a very constructive debate on any of these. These planned and gated communities come with all the comforts. It's Israel; everything is Israel. Many Israelis make the case that developing this land is justified because the land was unused. And that's why I'm so excited to bring this TV show to our viewing audience here in the United States. Then came the catastrophic year for the Jews: 70 A.D., when the Romans destroyed their temple and ushered in the Diaspora. That was inspirational, but it ignored the reality of the Palestinians who actually lived here and were displaced with the creation of Israel. To understand and enjoy the people who love this land and call it home. While most Palestinians consider Jerusalem their rightful capital, so do the Israelis — and sharing the city seems unlikely for now. Everything that you see here is grown here locally. Mobile: +972/505-254-939. Watch the interview. My husband and I plan to travel in 2016 to the Holy Land and are looking for a great tour to take. Jeff Griggs says: May 3, 2013 at 10:30 am We were so impressed with your show on Iran about two years ago. Christians, who are mostly Arabs, make up a small and shrinking minority. We're meeting Kamal's mother, fiancée, his sister, and her children. Good travel is about opening one's self to empathy. Get to know Israelis. You know, we could have gotten into all of that, but it physically wasn't possible. Rick: Two times for your health. Here are 10 different interviews with people I met in the Holy Land. This is especially evident in places of worship and in ultra-Orthodox neighborhoods. Very special, very tasty. Terms of Service | Privacy. One regret I had in producing "Rick Steves' The Holy Land: Israelis and Palestinians Today" was that a lot of fascinating material wound up on the cutting-room floor. Around here, pride can come in little triumphs…and Mustafa is heading home with dinner for the family. My three guides were instrumental in the scouting and production of the Holy Land TV show. Rick: Really! Or at least enjoy the vicarious benefit of having traveled there with us so they can humanize the Holy Land and better understand that it's not as simple as black and white. Woman: Everybody hopes for peace and a better life but I doubt it. Like at border towns between rich and poor lands all over the world, each day workers with special passes cross the wall on their commute from the poor side for higher-paying jobs in the more affluent country. This was a very exciting experience for me. We'll start in Jerusalem, and in Israel we'll visit Tel Aviv, the Sea of Galilee, and the Israeli-controlled Golan Heights. These are all no-win areas, so we would try to use both terms, or, when possible, find a term that would be more acceptable to both sides. These people were very helpful. We decided not to go with the careful, the politically correct, or the least contentious name, but to go with what the local people want to be called, taking into consideration what the consensus is among the nations in the world. Third student: To have, to have all your family around, to go abroad whenever you want… Rick: Are you "settlers"? Kamal: You know that daily there are settlements [they] are building, there is, the wall is being built, and the Palestinians don't do anything about it. Woman: The reality is not like that. We were having coffee in the mall, talking to people there. Israelis have yellow plates. And it's the vibrant commercial capital, with nearly a third of the entire West Bank economy. We're joining little Mustafa, who's been sent by his mother to get chicken for dinner. Students: Yes. We consider it a city. The crossroads of three great religions, the Holy Land has been coveted and fought over for centuries. I was impressed at the youthful and positive energy. In Jerusalem 19, amongst the ultra-Orthodox. We had a chance to talk with people in the university. MTME emphasizes cultural, historical, religious, archeological, and political explorations. Fundamental to our mission was to be neither "pro-Palestinian" nor "pro-Israeli." Second student: Yes, we can do everything together. Knowing people like Husam, you become more tuned in to the ramifications America's policies in this region have on real people. Travel as a Political Act, England & Wales Rick: 'Cause it's on the other side of the wall. To build and nurture such a network, we lead diverse delegations to Israel/Palestine. Rick: What is it like for a woman in Palestine? Abie: Well, that's because they express their belonging to a certain group and following a certain rabbi. We do this through a socially responsible business model that honors local narratives and supports local communities. Thank you Rick for your balanced presentation of Israel and Palestine on your recent show on OPB. What we wanted to do was introduce issues that were complicated, that most people didn't appreciate, and let people with a different narrative share their take on it. I learned a lot about the sensitivities of the whole topic, and it helped us do a better job. Second man on balcony: Exactly. Abie: Uh, more than pop stars. So I thought it might be a good idea to go there with a travel writer's perspective, with open eyes and an honest curiosity. In Israel, we go from the venerable ramparts of Jerusalem to the vibrant modern skyline of Tel Aviv. Its exquisite mimber — where the imam stands to give sermons — is a rare original from the 12th century, with inlaid wood and no nails. To get the most out of this opportunity to better understand Palestine, we're joined by local guide Kamal Mukarkar. He prayed. I would remind travelers to not fall into the rut of just going to Israel and then making a little beeline into Bethlehem to see the Church of the Nativity and coming back. Nearby, at Birzeit University, with its beautiful campus and 9,000 students, you feel a younger generation, working hard and engaged. Explore Europe with Rick Steves, best-selling travel author and host of public television's "Rick Steves' Europe" and public radio's "Travel with Rick Steves." Thanks for joining us. Palestinian cars have green plates. The epic stories of the world's three great monotheistic religions have played out on this tiny piece of real estate. Rick: Now, you could say this is Israeli, but it's also Arab cuisine. 'Cause the olive tree gives without taking. The dividing of the Holy Land hasn't been easy. So it's still your money, you know? This hour-long special weaves together both the Israeli and the Palestinian narratives. With everything that happens around us. It was very important for our show to shine a light on the settlements to find out why people live there. My ancestors came here and carved these terraces into the mountains. Take the refugee problem, for example. Wandering these lanes, I can't imagine living in such dense population…the lack of privacy…being a parent with children and little money…the frustration of an uncertain future. Travel to Israel is like traveling in Europe and Americans are welcome to simply cross the wall and visit the West Bank almost as if it was just another part of Israel (no visa necessary, same currency). After some good conversation in the living room, Kamal's mother calls us to the dinner table. The Jewish Quarter is more orderly and modern than the other quarters. They call this place Temple Mount, believe it to be the center of the earth, and have worshipped here for 3,000 years. I went into some tense areas where there was a lot of military security, and I felt bad for people on both sides of the issue who need to live with that. Heading into the interior takes us down — 700 feet below sea level — to the Sea of Galilee. While all Palestinians are Arabs, not all Palestinians are Muslims. Rick: 'Cause some people — Just strolling the streets, dodging cars, and mixing with the people, I feel the energy of an economy that seems primed to grow. We’re looking forward to your fair and balanced insight into Egypt and the Holy Land. And when I asked him to repeat the prayer in English, his raw and simple love and acceptance that he was a child of God brought me to tears. I enjoyed a conversation with a Muslim cleric at the Mosque of Omar in Bethlehem. I came upon a young man celebrating the purchase of a new condo. In this travel lecture, Rick Steves shares his personal experience traveling through Israel and Palestine and filming his one-hour TV special "Rick Steves' The Holy Land." To this day, these people — whose parents and grandparents, thinking they'd be returning home soon, grabbed their keys and fled back in 1948 — treasure those old keys and are happy to tell their story. About 15 percent of Israeli Jews are Orthodox — very religious, and living conservative lifestyles that require them to be apart in many ways. Traveling here humanizes the Holy Land. If there's a problem or unrest, Israel can activate checkpoints like this all across the country and stop all traffic in the West Bank. But I'm a travel writer, and the beauty for me is to come here with an open mind and learn. I didn't want to just talk to tour guides, and I didn't want to just talk to activists or people from the tourist board or the public-relations folks. Rick: This feels so free and beautiful here, and you have such a future, but you're living behind a wall. Kamal: Bethlehem is a very holy city for the Muslims as well as the Christians. Thanks for joining us. We did not cover Gaza, which is run by or has been run by Hamas. For coronavirus (COVID-19) travel information, Famed (or notorious) for its fighting spirit, the city has walls crusty with political posters. It's a "fence" to an Israeli and a "wall" to a Palestinian. First man on balcony: Now what is Ma'aleh, what is Jordan Valley? First man on balcony: You can't do one country to Israeli and to Palestine. Call him what you like, people here celebrate Arafat as the man who did more than anyone else to raise awareness of the Palestinian struggle for independence. Benny: Standing here, on a former Syrian position, one can understand how vulnerable was the settlements, the villages of the kibbutzim of Israel before 1967. Out of context, it can be made to look like bias. Old rusty keys are found in refugee camps throughout the West Bank. This struggle over control of Jerusalem is a huge political challenge. Emperor Constantine, the first Christian Roman emperor, had this church built in 326. We are planning a trip for the Middle East for May 2018. If you talk to an Orthodox Jew about Palestine, he or she — as a matter of principle — will call it "Judea and Samaria" because that group of people believes that's what it should be. That's why I love this place. How many pairs of shoes … Students: Yeah. We were being invited into people's homes. About 20 percent of the population are Arab citizens of Israel — generally Palestinians who never left after the formation of Israel. Rick: I think it's impossible for a traveler to be hungry in Palestine. I just can't overstate the importance of actually physically going somewhere and talking to real people there. That leaves Ramallah to host the Palestinian government and international agencies. It's October, and across the land — as they have since ancient times — families gather in the olive groves for the harvest. Here we have another eggplant salad with vegetables. Israel is small, and laced by modern freeways. For a third of humanity, Israel is, literally, holy land. So, by looking at somebody, you can tell if he's Ashkenazi, and which movement amongst the Ashkenazi, or Sephardi, or Lithuanian, and so on and so forth. We sat down with our Israeli guide Benny and driver Kobe to get an edible lesson in this part of their culture. This is something special: This we call tabbouleh. As you listen to this discussion, realize that anyone can drop into a mosque, like we did, and get to know a cleric. But, in fact, their Christian roots go all the way back to the time of Christ. And these people take those words as it is written. Venturing into a simply fortified Israeli farming settlement in the West Bank, we met a young farmer who welcomed us with fresh-squeezed juice and a chance to film his thoughts. I just love the opportunity to go over there and witness all the complexity and contradictions at close range. The focal point for both faiths is this: the tomb of Abraham. Regardless, there's always a watchtower, reminding those coming and going that Israel is keeping an eye on things. This is the Best of Israel. Joining locals in an afternoon stroll down Ben Yehuda Street, in Jerusalem's New City, we appreciate this culture's compelling mix of east and west, secular and sacred, modern and traditional. Entire districts of Jerusalem are known as "ultra-Orthodox." A guide will charge about $200 per day. Built on the site believed to be where Jesus died and was resurrected, pilgrims line up to pray at the place of the crucifixion, and a few steps away, under a grand dome, they gather to enter Jesus' tomb, or "sepulchre," and place a candle where he was buried. About three-quarters of all Israelis are Jewish. Israelites were Jewish. We also learn about security walls, disputed settlements, and the persistent challenges facing the region. I envisioned writing things in a way where if you took me out of context in a little snatch of the show here and there, you might think I was pro-this or pro-that. Man in café: You know I think they've learned — Heading back across the wall to Jerusalem, the contrasts between the West Bank and Israel are immediately obvious. Beyond the infrastructure of conflict, it's the treasured land that defines Palestine. More purchase options. Overlooking the Sea of Galilee stands the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights. We filmed several insightful interviews with both Israelis and Palestinians that have never seen the light of day…until now. While wandering the Muslim Quarter, you may see houses fortified and festooned with Israeli flags — homes of Zionist families determined to stake out this bit of the Old City for their Jewish community. And many fear that the more the West Bank is fragmented by Israeli settlements, the more elusive a mutually agreeable solution to this region's troubles will become. The historic town of Jaffa — now consumed by the sprawl of Tel Aviv — was the Ellis Island of the new state. Woman in café: I don't know. Livraison gratuite (voir cond.). In this clip, we meet the director of a Palestinian refugee camp discussing the symbolic power of the key. Is it separate or can you mix? It's divided into four quarters: Jewish, Muslim, Armenian, and Christian. Until the 20th century, the entire area was called Palestine — as it was in Roman times. While Muslims generally outnumbered Jews and Christians, the various communities generally got along peacefully. Watch the interview. It's harvest time! First student: They live freely, like womens in the world. With the help of my Jewish guide, Abie Bresler, observing the way people dress comes with cultural insights: Rick: Walking down the street there are so many different fashions, different ways people dress. It's OK to reach and dip your pita bread into it — you dip it in each of the salads, and that's the way to do it; no need for fork or a knife... I don't want to claim to be scholarly, and I don't want to claim to be complete. Further up the coast is the 12th-century Crusader town of Akko. It's October, and the landscape is pretty brown after a scorching summer. Woman in café: I don't know! Benny: …And now we have to make sure that we are on the high ground, never to let it happen again. I wanted a program that would encourage people to travel there themselves. The road ends at the lowest place on earth, the fabled Dead Sea. They closed their house, and moved away, waiting for two weeks, and then they will be coming back. Benny: Mortar shells, artillery, tank shells, machine-gun fire. In fact, a small minority are Arab Christians. Every day they looked up to Golan saying, "Is it going to be a day of shelling today — " Buy Episode 1 HD $6.99. Kamal's private guide service rates are $200 for a full day with a car (add $50 in and around Bethlehem), or $100 per day for anywhere in the West Bank (Jericho/Judean Desert/Hebron/Ramallah/Nablus). "No, we're living in a city." I wanted to talk about the West Bank. What kind of shoes are the most comfortable for a Holy Land Tour in June. My history goes back not to the…to the line, whatever the line is, my history goes back thousands of years and in my history this is part of Israel. I didn't want to politicize this show. 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