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How to Stay Fit in Tel Aviv
teThis post offers links to all of the fitness centers you need to stay active and fit during your time in Tel Aviv. 1. Secret Tel Aviv For Secret Tel
Tourist Map of the Old City of Jerusalem
Created by iTravelJerusalem, this comprehensive map highlights the main tourist attraction and historical sites in the Old City of Jerusalem, including the Stations of the Cross along the Via Dolorosa, believed
Where To Eat Shabbat Meals in Israel
This post offers information about how you can get set up for Shabbat meals in different locations throughout Israel. Please note that some are free events at private homes or
Transportation in Israel
This article by Israeli tour guide, Oren Cahanovitc, explains everything you need to know to get around Israel by car or public transportation. He provides links and basic information regarding car rentals, trains,
Tipping in Israel: When and How Much?
Written by Ashley of  iGoogledIsrael, an online travel guide, restaurant reviewer and events calendar, this useful article provides information about tipping etiquette in Israel, including who to tip, who not to tip, and
A Humorous Guide to Israeli Slang
Created by Renny Grinshpan, a Canadian immigrant to Israel known for her creative and comedic videos, this funny video serves as an alphabetic introduction to some of the most popular
Sample Israeli Apartment Rental Contract (Hebrew & English)
Although there is no obligatory uniform apartment rental contract in Israel, this post presents an English translation of a standard contract from UNadlan. To see a standard Hebrew contract, click here.
13 Things to Know Before Travelling to Israel
From public transportation, tipping and language to unique aspects of Israeli culture, this article by Rebecca Gomby from Culture Trip, provides tourists with practical, humorous and interesting insights into Israeli
Grocery Shopping in Israel
Aimed at new immigrants, this article from The Jerusalem Post provides a basic guide to the different ways to go grocery shopping in Israel, including at a major supermarket, a
A Practical & Educational Tour of the Israeli Wallet
This article by Israeli tour guide, Oren Cahanovitc, provides an introduction to the coins and bills used in Israel, including an explanation of the worth of each unit as well as
Useful Hebrew Words and Phrases
Created by Arza World, a travel and tourism organization primarily serving the Reform Jewish community, this 2-page Israel-Hebrew dictionary provides a lexicon of basic Hebrew words and phrases to help
A Guide to Ordering Coffee in Israel
This post will help you navigate Israeli coffee culture and make sure you get the type of coffee you want. The video, created by Tamar Pross, the founder of Citizen Café
10 Must-Have Apps for Visiting Israel
This useful article from The Jerusalem Post presents ten must-have smartphone apps for visitors to Israel, including navigation apps whether you are by foot, car, taxi or public transportation, as well
Ask Israelis: What Defines Israeli Culture?
Created by Corey Gil-Shuster from The Ask Project, this video (07:44) asks local Jewish Israelis what defines Israeli culture. Their answers touch on everything from food and values to language, religion