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Shopping at Tel-Aviv's Central Station

by KettyDK

In case you'll decide go shop in some of the stores in Tel-Aviv's Central Station ( especially the ones on the 6th and the 4th floor ) , you would probably come across a unique and somehow unpleasant fact : In plenty of those stores the salesmen do not show up the prices for their goods . In case you'll show some interest in those goods , the seller would give you a cheesy grin and would tell something like : "Don't worry , just try it , and I'll sell you this for an excellent price !" .Trust me , I can tell you from experience : the so-called "excellent" price is definately going to be excellently ... high ! As soon as you'll hear the number of shekels you'll have to give away , all your good mood would fade away , and this so-necessary thing you just wanted to buy would look like the most useless thing in the world !I can remember that time when I wanted to buy a pair of sandals in one...

Using taxis

by gil_dano

Taxis are a good way to get around locally especially if a few of you are sharing the fare (this way it can work out cheaper than using public transportation), but make sure always that the driver puts on his meter, it is the law and always comes out cheaper than any price he will quote you. However, travelling between cities by taxi is very expensive, so use the sherut services which are organised shuttle services between cities with fixed prices. This is quite often a mini-bus which holds up to 10 passengers. Or use the train or bus services. No-one tips a taxi driver in Israel.

Mobile Phones (Cellulars)

by Carmela71

Ok, this was our nightmare there.We both had roaming from our respective countries, so we though there was not going to be any problem.At the begining was fine, as we were only phoning to a mobile phone of the same company as the one we were on roaming there (orange). But once we tried to phone another telephone from another company, they did not recognise the number, so we had to change continuosly of company anytime we had to phone someone .... a nightmare lol...

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Apropo and Kapulski

by Martin_S.

The restaurants Apropo and Kapulski. Their food is average, but their prices are very expensive and the service in most is slow and not friendly. Try instead "Aroma" or "Naphis", good service and good taste.

Caearea by the Sea.

by Grazina

Caesarea is such an old city and by this beautiful blue sea, people naturally just want to come and enjoy. Just go with the flow, remember this is the Holy Land and every Tom, Dick, and Harry will be here with you or not. When I was there, yes there was plenty of people, but you can alway venture off and be by your self to take in all the beauty. But then you'll be missing out on some of the theatric that some of the tour guides do for their visitor.

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I heard it so many times...

by Gili_S

I heard it so many times, that the girls in Israel are one of the most beautiful in the world.The good thing is also that no matter what is your religion, it is also available in Israel. :-) take gf / wife with you

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Tip 1: Make sure the Taxi...

by Tamuz

Tip 1: Make sure the Taxi drivers turn on the meter. It's the law and in almost all cases it will be cheaper. Tip 2: When you enter the market in the Old City, walk at least 50 meters before you begin to buy. The outer shops are more expensive. Tip 3: Use sunscreen.

Many people 'try' to be...

by DV8-SPY

Many people 'try' to be helpful...politely asking if you are lost or if you need help finding things...most of them tend to be children. But be prepared. Nothing is free...after helping you they will 'Demand' a tip for there help...so you are better off asking your fellow tourist and the military people. They appeared to be invaluable, and most helpful.

Jesus resurection place have...

by B_Lacombe

Jesus resurection place have an official place (catholic) while the protestants has another highly suspected place. Go to that one if you want to get an impression of what it must have looked like(the burial cave, the stone, etc.) Golgotha has also a different location (just by the bus terminal) take a look from the gates. The place for everyone to see may not have been a hill but a little valley (amphitheatre like) and the skull is still visible and distinctive - Beware no religious decoration around.

When in Jerusalem you simply...

by pmckenna

When in Jerusalem you simply must visit the Dome of the Rock, you'll have to check the opening times beforehand and plan ahead, but it's well worth it. I found this the most spiritual place in the whole of the old city. The spacious serenity and beauty within the compound were a wonderful relief from the mayhem outside.Be warned though, you may be approached by a guide, probably a sweet old man who'll provide a commentary on the history of the place for a fairly reasonable fee (if you split it amongst a group). But if you take a guide, be prepared to endure quite a bit of anti-Israeli propaganda which, for me, detracted somewhat from the majesty of the place.

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