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“This world is huge; it is majestic; it is worth exploring just for the sake of knowing it.” - Tsh Oxenreider | At Home in the World: Reflections of Belonging While Wandering the Globe The world only knows of what they hear about Israel in the news, sad to say; it's usually about the war and the tumultuous region of Gaza. People often wonder, is it even safe to visit Israel? For us, worrying about safety does not scare us in visiting or perhaps moving to a country. We have lived in Djibouti; the country borders Somalia and Sudan. We have lived in Qatar; currently having problems with their neighboring Gulf countries. We have lived in South Korea; the country borders North Korea, and we were just an hour away from the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone). We have lived in the United States, thinking you are in a safe place since its home, but then you hear on the news that a rogue man shot people at your local grocery store. The point is accidents, or attacks happen everywhere even in your very own backyard. So, is it safe? Yes, the country is surprisingly safe. Like in any other countries, you want to be on the side of caution and avoid sketchy areas. In Israel, try to avoid going to the Gaza Strip and the West Bank. Since we moved to Israel, a lot of people have been asking us questions about a myriad of things before visiting. Finally, here is our comprehensive guide: GETTING TO ISRAELBen Gurion International Airport is the gateway to Israel. If you are flying from the US: United Airlines, El Al, and Delta. If you are flying from Asia: Cathay Pacific, El Al, Thai Airways fly directly from Bangkok. From Europe, you can use Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa and other European low-cost airlines like EasyJet, Wizz Air, Ryanair, Aegean fly to Tel Aviv. HOW TO GET FROM THE AIRPORT TO TEL AVIV
Local Tip: Download Waze App for directions to drive around Israel. Google Maps works too, but Waze works better. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATIONBefore going to Israel, download the Moovit App, this will be your best friend while using the bus to go around Israel. It directs you from which bus stop you need to go, and it even tells you when to go down. It's awesome! We have been using this faithfully while living here and so far it hasn't failed us yet. If you are in a rush and buses don't run because of Shabbat (some buses don't run during the weekend/day of rest), download the Get Taxi App so you can use a taxi to get around the city. Both apps work amazingly well for us, and we love it. It makes our life very easy here in Tel Aviv. We also feel very safe riding their buses. Local Tip: You can also rent bikes around Tel Aviv. You get the first 20 minutes free! Our advice: if you plan your route well and drop the bike off before the time expires, you can use the bike for free! BEST TIME TO VISIT ISRAELPeople always ask us about this. Summer months (June to September) is hot and humid, especially July and August. We recommend going during Fall/Spring months. Winter here in Tel Aviv is mild, but in the northern part of Israel, it snows sometimes. WHERE TO STAY IN ISRAELPeople who are touring around Israel, usually use Jerusalem as their base, since there's a lot to see there. It's also a good base for day tripping around the nearby areas like Masada and The Dead Sea. For a budget-friendly option, you can stay at Abraham Hostel in Jerusalem. On the other hand, if you decided to stay in Tel Aviv, for a budget-friendly option, Abraham Hostel (yes, again!) has another hostel in Tel Aviv! For a boutique hotel experience, book the Brown Hotel or The Rothschild Hotel and if you are feeling fancy, The Norman Hotel. Local Tip: If you wanted a neat and cozy hotel by the beach in the heart of Tel Aviv, book Hotel TLV 88. OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION THAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Local Tip: The northern beaches in Tel Aviv are less touristy. If you have a car, drive to the outskirts of Tel Aviv like Herzliya or Netanya or Caesarea for a much more local beach vibe.
Local Tip: Eat at Carmel Market while in Tel Aviv. We will put up a list of our favorite restaurants in a different post. You can always e-mail us to ask before going so you can book reservations. Since we moved here, every weekend we plan day trips and concentrate on spending more time in soaking one city at a time. So far, it has been a moving experience to see the most of the Holy Sites that we thought we'd only read from the Bible. Not only that, we were able to see amazing natural wonders and stunning landscapes around here. With such a short time, undeniably, we have fallen in love with Israel. After all, what's not to love? YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY:LIKE WHAT YOU READ?Follow our adventures on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and Bloglovin to get updates on our newest posts and adventures!
"Labels are for filing. Labels are for clothing. Labels are not for people." - Martina Navratilova Sun is out, though hot and humid, Tel Avivians paraded with pride. Same-sex relationship is still taboo in some parts of the world but yes, Pride Week is celebrated here in Israel. As a matter of fact, it is the biggest Pride Celebration in Asia and the Middle East. A week long celebration of love without judgment. Pride Week is born to celebrate the right of every human being, that they should exist without persecution, regardless of gender. The parade is fun and shouting with colors. Tel Avivians are out partying and drinking, soaking the sun, respecting each other, and most of all supporting the LGBTQ community. We haven't been to any Pride Week celebration but having to experience it first-hand, especially here in Tel Aviv, was such a pleasant experience. Luckily for us, the parade started just very near our house, and it ended at a big concert/party at the beach. Thousands of people participated this bright and joyful week of fun! Tel Aviv prides itself to be one of the most gay-friendly cities in the world. Restaurants, cafes, and malls show their support by hanging rainbow flags everywhere in the city. We are glad to be living in a city that accepts and welcomes whoever you are. Love, the one theme that is prevalent during this week. May love lead us to respect each other. May love lead us to a world of acceptance. May love unites us all. YOU MIGHT ALSO ENJOY:LIKE WHAT YOU READ?Follow our adventures on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest and Bloglovin to get updates on our newest posts and adventures!
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