How to Tour in Israel
Be prepared for volume/sound., Insist that the driver run the counter when riding in a taxi., Use a small hotel., Dress properly for the season., Don't be surprised if a person you just met hugs you., Call individuals by their first name, smile, and...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Be prepared for volume/sound.
The first thing you are likely to notice once you arrive in Israel is the noise.
People are often used to shout as a manner of talking.
Therefore, if you feel that somebody is yelling at you there's usually no reason to get upset
- it is not intentional.
On the other hand, if your impression is that the other person is upset with you, avoid a fight at all costs.
Sadly, enough cases of vain violence are way too common. -
Step 2: Insist that the driver run the counter when riding in a taxi.
Do not settle on a price at the beginning of the drive.
Drivers might take advantage of you and demand a higher price than the norm, assuming that you have no idea of the norm anyway. , When choosing a hotel, especially around the Dead Sea and Eilat, it is preferable to find a small one or a zimmer, as large hotels tend to be noisy and crowded.
Some Kibbutz places also offer nice hostels, many with wonderful views. , The Israeli winter is usually mild.
The temperatures are usually between 16-24 C.
However, Summer is much longer and hotter with temperatures reaching up to 40 C. , The local manner is physically and verbally open. , In israel, calling someone by their first name isn't a big deal, and some may be startled at being called in a formal way. , Hebrew is the language of Israel, but most Israelis also speak English.
Other languages spoken in Israel are Arabic, Russian, French, and Yiddish. , In addition to the Dead Sea, Masada, Eilat and Jerusalem, There are plenty of other places worthy of seeing! If possible, try to ask a local civil ahead.
Rent a car and explore, just make sure you driving in safe areas. , Most people have simply had enough of it. , Israel has limited water.
If you conserve water, people will appreciate it. , Don't be scared by it.
Lines are a foreign concept and Israelis accustomed to standing body-to-body in most situations.
You might want to consider purchasing Israeli currency for your trip. -
Step 3: Use a small hotel.
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Step 4: Dress properly for the season.
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Step 5: Don't be surprised if a person you just met hugs you.
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Step 6: Call individuals by their first name
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Step 7: and maintain eye contact.
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Step 8: Prepare for Hebrew conversations.
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Step 9: Check out the scenery.
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Step 10: Avoid politics and speaking of terrorism when talking with local people.
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Step 11: Don't let the showers and swimming pools in the hotels fool you.
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Step 12: Be prepared to give up some personal space in lines at the ATM
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Step 13: airport
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Step 14: and other public venues.
Detailed Guide
The first thing you are likely to notice once you arrive in Israel is the noise.
People are often used to shout as a manner of talking.
Therefore, if you feel that somebody is yelling at you there's usually no reason to get upset
- it is not intentional.
On the other hand, if your impression is that the other person is upset with you, avoid a fight at all costs.
Sadly, enough cases of vain violence are way too common.
Do not settle on a price at the beginning of the drive.
Drivers might take advantage of you and demand a higher price than the norm, assuming that you have no idea of the norm anyway. , When choosing a hotel, especially around the Dead Sea and Eilat, it is preferable to find a small one or a zimmer, as large hotels tend to be noisy and crowded.
Some Kibbutz places also offer nice hostels, many with wonderful views. , The Israeli winter is usually mild.
The temperatures are usually between 16-24 C.
However, Summer is much longer and hotter with temperatures reaching up to 40 C. , The local manner is physically and verbally open. , In israel, calling someone by their first name isn't a big deal, and some may be startled at being called in a formal way. , Hebrew is the language of Israel, but most Israelis also speak English.
Other languages spoken in Israel are Arabic, Russian, French, and Yiddish. , In addition to the Dead Sea, Masada, Eilat and Jerusalem, There are plenty of other places worthy of seeing! If possible, try to ask a local civil ahead.
Rent a car and explore, just make sure you driving in safe areas. , Most people have simply had enough of it. , Israel has limited water.
If you conserve water, people will appreciate it. , Don't be scared by it.
Lines are a foreign concept and Israelis accustomed to standing body-to-body in most situations.
You might want to consider purchasing Israeli currency for your trip.
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