Before making Aliyah to Israel – need to know first steps
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Mazaltov on your decision to make Aliyah to Israel. Moving to Israel is exciting and many challenges lie ahead.
The practical business of moving to Israel is a huge undertaking, but we’ve broken it down into manageable steps and with our detailed and flexible Aliyah plan in place, you should be able to step into your new life and integrate with the minimum of disruption.
Essential camping tips, hacks and information for novice campers in Israel.
Get back to nature and enjoy sleeping in the outdoors and under the stars. We’ve put together a selection of resources, tips and recommendations – in fact, everything you need to know about camping and campsites in Israel is here in one place.
Visiting the museum is a great way to refresh your routine and develop critical thinking.There are hundreds of successful museums across the country, but you should start with the recommended places to ensure a pleasant and positive experience.
The museum is a meeting place of art, culture and history. The museum visit is suitable for a wide range of ages and is also recommended for families with children. It is possible to combine a guided tour with a trip to various parts of the country or to devote a few spontaneous hours to a changing exhibition.
The important thing is to match the visit to the areas of interest and do not forget to come with comfortable shoes. Here are five recommendations for museums in Israel that you must visit:
1. The Tel Aviv Museum of Art
At the Golda Meir compound on 27 Shaul Hamelech Boulevard in Tel Aviv you can visit the museum which is one of Israel’s leading art and cultural institutions.
The Tel Aviv Museum of Art offers a department of Israeli art, a rich collection of local works from the early 20th century, and also includes a drawing and printing department, a photography department, and a department of design and architecture.
2. Carasso Science Park
Another recommended museum is located on 79 Ha’atzmaut Street in Be’er Sheva and proves that you do not have to stay in a closed place to enjoy cultural entertainment. The park is actually the largest science museum in Israel and it deals with a variety of fields of science and technology.
The park can be played in 10 interactive exhibits and there is also an experiential fountain. The Carasso Science Park is open every day from 09:00 to 17:00 except Fridays.
3. The Israel Museum
No Israeli can afford to give up the Israel Museum in Jerusalem. This is without a doubt the largest cultural institution in the country and is in line with the world’s leading art and archeology museums.
The museum collection is presented in no less than four renovated sections, and each one can find fascinating works that are suitable for personal taste. The museum is open every day including Friday, holiday and Shabbat eve.
4. Haifa Museum of Art
It is recommended to spend at least half a day of sightseeing in the North to visit the Haifa Museum of Art. The museum is located on 26 Shabtai Levy Street and is active all week long.
It is one of the three largest art museums in Israel, with emphasis on contemporary works that try to resonate with both Israeli and international reality. The museum has 3 exhibition floors and dozens of spacious spaces.
5. Museum “Footprints in the Valley”
Those who want to take advantage of the free time to follow the historical roots of the Land of Israel need to get to the museum “Trail in the Valley”. It is an active educational center with a regional and Mediterranean archeology wing, as well as an annex dedicated to the “Wall and Tower”.
The museum is a must-see for families with children and a pilgrimage center for tourists from all over the world. It is located within the “Sakhna” National Park and can be combined with a camping or fun day.
Which fruits and vegetables are in season right now? A monthly produce guide of seasonal fruits and vegetables in Israel.
Not only a country “flowing with milk and honey” (as written in the bible) there in an abundance of fresh fruit and vegetables grown locally in Israel. Israel exports more than $2 billion worth of fresh produce around the world – Jaffa oranges, seedless watermelons and small cucumbers (great for pickling) are just a few Israeli seasonal fruits and vegetables that are well renowned.
The cheapest fruit in peak season
Some produce in your local shuk (market)and supermarket (where you can purchase online), is available all year round but each variety has its season when the flavors are at their peak. As soon the peak season draws to an end, the price of the produce will begin to rise; when bananas are in peak season, for example, the shuk price is around 5NIS/kg – as the season draws to an end around May/June, the price shoots up to around 12NIS/kg. Most fresh herbs are available all year round.
Kosher fruit and vegetables
There are specific laws regarding kosher fruits and vegetables called ‘orlah’ where fruits are not harvested during the first 3 years. Supermarkets generally do not follow this practice and if it is part of your belief and important to you, then you will need to purchase your fruits and vegetables form another certified source.
Protecting Israel’s citizens from unfriendly attacks, terrorist events or natural disasters combines the efforts of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and the Home Front Command. At the same time, it is important that we, the citizens, know how to behave in an emergency situation. Whether we are confronted with an unidentified object, a terrorist attack or an earthquake, we need to know how best to behave. Here are some of our tips:
