Mark Around the World Posts

The Jerusalem Artists’ House: A Home for Israeli and International Art

Mark Vogel

Dec 20, 2023

The Jerusalem Artists’ House: A Home for Israeli and International Art

Jerusalem, Israel ✈ I recently discovered The Jerusalem Artists’ House , a small but interesting gallery in Jerusalem, Israel . Situated...

JFK’s Greenwich Lounge with American Airlines: Convenience Before Your Flight

Mark Vogel

Dec 19, 2023

JFK’s Greenwich Lounge with American Airlines: Convenience Before Your Flight

JFK Terminal 8 in New York City ✈ My visit to the Greenwich Lounge at Terminal 8 of JFK Airport in New York City was a comfortable and...

The Plaza Premium Lounge: Relaxing at Rio de Janeiro's GIG International Airport

Mark Vogel

Dec 19, 2023

The Plaza Premium Lounge: Relaxing at Rio de Janeiro's GIG International Airport

Rio de Janeiro's RIOgaleão - Tom Jobim International Airport in Brazil ✈ During a trip to Brazil, I had the opportunity to visit the...

Flying El Al's Premium Economy to Tel Aviv, Israel: Exploring the Skies in Comfort

Mark Vogel

Dec 18, 2023

Flying El Al's Premium Economy to Tel Aviv, Israel: Exploring the Skies in Comfort

Tel Aviv, Israel ✈ In April 2022, I had the opportunity to fly Premium Economy roundtrip on El Al Israel Airlines from Newark, New...

The Charm of Coyoacán: A Day Trip into Mexico's Artistic Heart

Mark Vogel

Dec 18, 2023

The Charm of Coyoacán: A Day Trip into Mexico's Artistic Heart

Coyoacán, Mexico ✈ My day trip to Coyoacán began with a drive from Mexico City. The journey is conveniently short, typically taking about...

Dining at Lechem Basar, Jerusalem: A Kosher Meat Lover's Delight at Israel’s Historic First Station

Mark Vogel

Dec 17, 2023

Dining at Lechem Basar, Jerusalem: A Kosher Meat Lover's Delight at Israel’s Historic First Station

Kosher Meat Restaurant in Jerusalem, Israel ✈ During a visit to Jerusalem, Israel , I had the pleasure of dining at Lechem Basar , a...

Sheyan Kosher Asian Restaurant in Jerusalem: East Meets West in the Historic Windmill Building

Mark Vogel

Dec 17, 2023

Sheyan Kosher Asian Restaurant in Jerusalem: East Meets West in the Historic Windmill Building

Kosher Meat Restaurant in Jerusalem, Israel ✈ While in Israel , I always enjoy dining at Sheyan , a kosher Asian restaurant in Jerusalem...

Exploring Jerusalem’s First Station: From Historic Israeli Train Depot to Thriving Social Hub

Mark Vogel

Dec 17, 2023

Exploring Jerusalem’s First Station: From Historic Israeli Train Depot to Thriving Social Hub

Jerusalem, Israel ✈ The First Station in Jerusalem, Israel , or "Tachana Rishona" in Hebrew, is a historical site that has been...

HaMotzi Kosher Restaurant in Jerusalem: A Taste of North Africa in Israel

Mark Vogel

Dec 16, 2023

HaMotzi Kosher Restaurant in Jerusalem: A Taste of North Africa in Israel

Kosher Meat Restaurant in Jerusalem, Israel ✈ During a recent visit to Jerusalem, Israel, I dined at HaMotzi , a kosher restaurant...

My Day Visit to Jerusalem’s Machane Yehuda Market: A Visual Feast Extravaganza in Israel

Mark Vogel

Dec 14, 2023

My Day Visit to Jerusalem’s Machane Yehuda Market: A Visual Feast Extravaganza in Israel

Jerusalem, Israel ✈ During my many visits to Machane Yehuda Market in Jerusalem, Israel , also known as " The Shuk ," I have always...

My Night Visit to Jerusalem’s Machane Yehuda Market: A Kaleidoscope of Colors in Israel

Mark Vogel

Dec 14, 2023

My Night Visit to Jerusalem’s Machane Yehuda Market: A Kaleidoscope of Colors in Israel

Jerusalem, Israel ✈ My visit to Machane Yehuda , or "The Shuk," in Jerusalem, Israel at night was a distinctly different experience from...

Top of the Rock in New York City: My Adventures at the Heights of History at 30 Rockefeller Plaza

Mark Vogel

Dec 14, 2023

Top of the Rock in New York City: My Adventures at the Heights of History at 30 Rockefeller Plaza

New York City ✈ Over the year, I've witnessed the evolution and enduring charm of the Top of the Rock Observation Deck in New York City...

Exploring the Grandeur of Grand Central Terminal: New York City's Iconic Transit Hub

Mark Vogel

Dec 13, 2023

Exploring the Grandeur of Grand Central Terminal: New York City's Iconic Transit Hub

New York City ✈ As a seasoned traveler who has visited Grand Central Terminal in New York City countless times, I recently had the...

The Seasons at Rockefeller Center: A Year-Round Journey Through New York's Iconic Landmark

Mark Vogel

Dec 13, 2023

The Seasons at Rockefeller Center: A Year-Round Journey Through New York's Iconic Landmark

New York City ✈ As someone who has explored Rockefeller Center during various seasons, I've gathered a wealth of firsthand experiences...

Visiting The Shops at Columbus Circle: High-End Retail in the Heart of Manhattan

Mark Vogel

Dec 12, 2023

Visiting The Shops at Columbus Circle: High-End Retail in the Heart of Manhattan

New York City ✈ As a seasoned visitor to The Shops at Columbus Circle in New York City, I've witnessed its evolution over the years....

Carlos & Gabby's Kosher Mexican Grill in Riverdale: New York's Mexican-American Fusion Restaurant

Mark Vogel

Dec 12, 2023

Carlos & Gabby's Kosher Mexican Grill in Riverdale: New York's Mexican-American Fusion Restaurant

Kosher Meat restaurant in Riverdale, Bronx, New York ✈ Over the years, I’ve frequented Carlos & Gabby's in the Riverdale neighborhood of...

Butterflies, Bumblebees, and Blooms: A Day at Central Park's Conservatory Garden in New York City

Mark Vogel

Dec 11, 2023

Butterflies, Bumblebees, and Blooms: A Day at Central Park's Conservatory Garden in New York City

Central Park, New York City ✈ In August, I had the opportunity to explore New York City’s Conservatory Garden in Central Park . Located...

Memphis Burger Kosher Restaurant in Tel Aviv: A Taste of American Fast Food in Israel

Mark Vogel

Dec 11, 2023

Memphis Burger Kosher Restaurant in Tel Aviv: A Taste of American Fast Food in Israel

Kosher meat restaurant in Tel Aviv, Israel ✈ During my recent visit to Memphis Burger in Tel Aviv, Israel, I experienced a fast-food...

Discovering Bat Yam: A Day in One of Israel's Coastal Jewels

Mark Vogel

Dec 10, 2023

Discovering Bat Yam: A Day in One of Israel's Coastal Jewels

Bat Yam, Israel ✈ Recently, while in Israel, I had the opportunity to visit a friend in the city of Bat Yam. Located just south of Tel...

Lechem Basar Kosher Steakhouse: Diner and Delights at Tel Aviv, Israel’s Port

Mark Vogel

Dec 9, 2023

Lechem Basar Kosher Steakhouse: Diner and Delights at Tel Aviv, Israel’s Port

Kosher meat restaurant in Tel Aviv, Israel ✈ After a long flight to Tel Aviv, Israel, I asked the concierge at the Hilton Tel Aviv to...