Australia: Embassy of Israel, 6 Turrana St., Yarralumla, Canberra, ACT 2600 (☎ 61 2 6215 4500; http://canberra.mfa.gov.il). Canada: Embassy of Israel, 50 O’Connor St., #1005, Ottawa, Ont. K1P ...more
Requirements Citizens of Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK, and the US need valid passports to enter Israel and to re-enter their home countries. Israel does not allow entrance if the ...more
Israel’s official currency is the shekel (NIS). The currency chart below is based on August 2009 exchange rates between shekels and Australian dollars (AUS$), Canadian dollars (CDN$), European ...more
Pack lightly: lay out only what you think you absolutely need, then pack half of the clothes and twice the money. The Travelite FAQ (www.travelite.org) is a good resource for tips on traveling light. The ...more
In any type of crisis, the most important thing to do is stay calm. Your country’s embassy abroad is usually your best resource in an emergency; registering with that embassy upon arrival is a good ...more
When it comes to airfare, a little effort can save you a bundle. Courier fares are the cheapest for those whose plans are flexible enough to deal with the restrictions. For those with flexibility and ...more
Trains in Israel are generally comfortable, convenient, and reasonably swift, but they stop during Shabbat. Second-class compartments are great places to meet fellow travelers. Trains, however, are not ...more
All in all, Israel is a highly networked and internet-savvy country, as illustrated by the Israeli Defense Force’s YouTube channel and the New York Israeli Consulate General’s Twitter. Although in ...more
Hostelworld.com. Compare hostels, B&Bs and budget accommodations across Israel, and book your stay in advance at Hostelworld.com. Many hostels are laid out dorm-style, often with large single-sex ...more
The Great Outdoor Recreation Page (www.gorp.com) provides excellent general information for travelers planning on camping or enjoying the outdoors.
As the number of travelers on the road rises, the detrimental effect they can have on natural environments is an increasing concern. With this in mind, Let’s Go promotes the philosophy of sustainable ...more
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