Tip #9
Booking a Hotel in Israel
Why Hotel Prices Change So Much If you’re planning a short break in Israel, it’s worth knowing that hotel prices can change dramatically depending on when you book…
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Tip #8
Annual Car Test in Israel
What Is a Car “Test” in Israel? If you own a car in Israel, you’ll quickly hear people talk about doing a טֶסְט (test). This is the annual…
Tip #7
Buying Fish in Israel
Why Fish Names Can Be Confusing If you’re used to buying fish in the U.K., U.S., or Europe, the fish counter in Israel can feel a little different.…
Tip #6
Taking Taxis in Israel
Why Taxi Hebrew Matters Taking a taxi in Israel is usually simple, but it helps to know a few important words before you get in. Between tariffs, meters,…
Tip #5
Asking for a Discount in Israel
Why Discounts Matter in Israel If you’re new to Israel, one small cultural surprise is that asking for a discount is not considered rude. In many situations, it…
Tip #4
Street Hebrew at the Supermarket
Grocery shopping in Israel can feel simple, until you realize that where you shop can make a big difference to what you pay. A small neighborhood grocery store…
Tip #3
The Street Hebrew Shortcut That Actually Works
The Magic of Word Association One of the fastest ways to actually remember Hebrew isn’t through repetition, it’s through association. Instead of forcing yourself to memorise dry vocabulary,…
Tip #2
Navigating Gas Stations in Israel
Gas stations in Israel can feel simple enough until the attendant starts asking questions quickly in Hebrew. A little vocabulary, and a little local knowledge, can save you…
Tip #1
Beef Cuts in Israel – At the Butchers
Beef Cuts in Israel: A Quick Street Hebrew Guide for the Butcher If you’ve ever stood in an Israeli supermarket staring at frozen meat labeled with numbers, you…