During Chol Hamoed, the interim days of Passover, life in Israel takes a turn towards rest and relaxation, and people spend time with family and friends.

Surf may be way up in Israeli beach town Netanya, but just a 100 miles away Mount Hermon's frosty peaks offer winter fun for all ages.

The unique Israeli spirit proves that it is possible to build a successful, vibrant society even when surrounded by life-threatening danger.

The Iron Dome missile defense system took out a Syrian missile headed straight for a popular ski resort in the Golan Heights, but Israeli skiers didn't let the interruption ruin their day on the slopes.