Top 10 Things in Tel Aviv - In a Nutshell - Milestones Israel

There is so many attractions in a city like Tel Aviv, unlimited time can be spent at markets, museums the beach and exploring a real different aspect of Israel. Tel Aviv is a modernized Israel. It is a forever evolving city , full of life and a very vibrant young atmosphere, Yet there is something for everyone. If you are planning some time here on your visit to Israel, then Tel Aviv is where it's at. Below are some of the best things to do.

1) Carmel Market -The only thing you need to know about the Carmel market is that you must visit it. You simply cannot visit a city like Tel Aviv and not see the Shouk. There is a lot to take in in the short amount of space that the market covers. You will be entirely overwhelmed by the atmosphere. Markets/Shouks always have this atmosphere different from your average shopping experiences worldwide.There is always the pushiness of the workers trying so hard to make a sell - so now imagine your standardized market Balagan with Israeli  essence combined...right in the heat of competitiveness of it all..

2) Nachlat Binyamina - This is an Arts/Craft Market, right beside the Carmel Market. What you need to know - It is only on twice a week, on a Tuesday and on a Friday, from 9.30 until 4. A word of advice- go early in the morning. It will be less busy so you can enjoy it at your leisure and also , the artists will not constantly be competing for a sale. Later on in the day it is really buzzing and although it has a great atmosphere, there is a lot to take in , and you can only fully absorb it all when you do it at your own pace. Amazing uniqueness with stories behind each artist, so be sure to allow yourself enough time to quiz them about their background inspiration.

3) Jaffa Port - The Jaffa Port is probably one of the most popular attractions to go to. Very popular with tourists all over the globe and there is something that meets everyone's tastes. From past experiences, every time I go I find something new. From being offered cardamon coffee at a Yemenite jewelers, to watching all the brides and grooms having their pictures taken in crowds of tourists, to the markets selling everything under the sun, unlimited time should be spent here. Plus there is some amazing restaurants across the sea front that definitely should not be missed out on.

4) Eretz Yisrael Museum and Planetarium - There are a number of museums to spend your time exploring in Tel Aviv,however if you have a limited time to spend here, there are a few to make a priority. The Eretz Yisrael museum, will definitely require a full day of your time. one way to describe it , is that there are "mini" museums in a large garden area, plus the planetarium. The planetarium has shows on twice a day , between 11.30 and 13,30. Be sure to ask in advance for your own language. Allow yourself plenty of time to explore and you will get the full benefit. These other little museums, have a lot to take in for you, and in order to nourish your curiosity and feed your mind with Israel's history, this museum requires your full attention so be prepared to be amazed.

5) Diezengoff & Allenby  & Azreli Centre- The most central shopping areas in central Tel Aviv. If you have a hidden shopaholic within you , then yes, some "rationed" time spent shopping here will do no harm. There is plenty to feed your shopping appetite, with unique styles to each of these. Diezengoff is generally a large shopping center, plus a long street with markets dotted along the way. Think of it as regular shopping with an essence of Israeli spiced flavor.  Allenby Street is focused mainly around the Carmel Market, but bare in mind that there is still some more shopping to see there, and it gets quieter in this area, so the pressure to haggle and buy isn't quite so fierce.

Finally the Azreli Centre. Three tall office buildings with an attached shopping mall at the bottom. Sure you can do all your shopping here, with westernized civilized normality, but the benefit of going here is the opportunity to go to the top and get an amazing view of the City. For 15 shekels and before 4 pm , you can elevate to the top and admire the view. 

6) The Namal - Located near the Ramat Aviv area of Tel Aviv, is the Namal. Bare in mind to check out the other blogs which give much more information about the Namal. Generally it is a great place for lunch or some picturesque views of the ocean without having the more hustle and bustle of the main beach in Tel Aviv. Here it is a little more relaxed, and very calm with again some shopping and also some people decide to do their fishing here. In addition to this, it is considered a very romantic place, as you wander over the bride you will notice the padlocks intertwined on the metal...a tradition all over the globe, but yet in somewhere like Tel Aviv, this was a surprise to find.

7)Neve Tzedek - Absolutely 100% do not miss out on this. I was completely astonished by the beauty of this place hidden away from the hustle and bustle of the city center. Here is where you will find some exquisite artwork and architecture, some very stylish shops, with little cafes and restaurants dotted along the way. It gradually leads you to the old train station and then to a courtyard, again with the brides and grooms having their pictures taken, which contributes to everyone being bewildered by such an amazing and beautiful place. 

8)Blind Museum - Holon - Again, Yes there are many museums to see in Tel Aviv ,but this has its own level of uniqueness , something that I would recommend for the whole family. It is a chance for the youth of today to realize what  the blind go through every day. Even for myself it was such a grasping experience, emotional but also fascinating. Again, allow plenty of time to see this. 

9) Diasporah Museum - Again , you should allow yourself plenty of time to really absorb and soak everything up that this museum has to offer. It has a lot to offer , everything from models of ancient synagogues from everywhere on earth, to tracing your own family tree. In addition to this , there are temporary exhibitions (so do some research in advance) . When I visited there was an exhibition of the history of Jewish bridal gowns. Really intriguing and something entirely unique that you will not find anywhere else. 

10) Independence Hall - The independence hall is something which a lot of tour trips offer. It is something vital to Israel's history and the routes of Israel independence in Israel as a united nation. It is such an essential part of this country that anyone who wants a full well rounded knowledge of the country's background, this is well worth a visit. Especially if you have children or teenagers with you, this is something that can explain a lot , and even for adults to, for perhaps the people who need a good basic background of knowledge about how our independence began.

Bai Hai Gardens - Haifa - Milestones Israel

The Ba Hai Gardens in Haifa is really , very much something which you do not want to miss out whilst spending your time in Israel. Indeed it is a Hidden Gem, I had to do my research and even then it was not until you find out about such a place that you can start to learn more and figure out how you can get there. 

The gardens itself and the experience itself will be more than enough to motivate you to come there and keep you in awe. However when travelling, it is always good to know a few things first. So, most importantly, make sure you are there in plenty of time. The shrine is at the bottom(the building with the dome on top) is only open until 12, so if you are wanting to see that then be there early enough to enjoy it. Afterwards, you can either walk, or catch the bus to the top of the gardens. There are 800 stairs to climb, so yes, it is best to take the bus. When you are at the top , just at 12 noon, there is an organised tour. They are very helpful, and are full of information, giving you plenty of background knowledge and help you to get a better idea of the Ba Hai belief. At the end of the walk through the stairs and the gardens there is the option to follow the tour guide for another few moments , or to watch a 20 minute video( highly recommended , as it is hard to hear a lot of what the tour guide was saying.) 

Bare a few things in mind before you go. A lot of places in Israel expect modest dress and for much respect. Even though it isnt a Jewish place, this is still a time where much subtlety is needed. When you are in the gardens itself , you are fine to take pictures and videos. In the shrine itself ,that is not an option whatsoever. No phones, no cameras, and even no shoes. So it is best to be prepared for that. 

The gardens are really well maintained with manicured grass and the entire place is maintained on a daily basis...by a combination of volunteers, people from the belief itself , and trained professionals. They finished the garden in 2001 and started in the early 1920's. In addition to this, there are around 200,000 lights/lamps that lead the way when dark, and also make it visible on the train or buses when leading into or out of Haifa. 

Throughout the gardens (there are 8 "levels" and on each of these levels there is two smaller fountains and also one main one. At the sides of the stairs there is water flowing through  - all the way down to the bottom - , and the special palm trees that are grown there soak up the excess water , which contributes to the maintenance greatly.

In the Greek Building, this is where sacred documents are kept , and in the white dome building is there "parliament". The video explains more about this but basically, it is a world wide religion with people from all four corners of the earth. The reason for these gardens is a general belief that G-d shows his beauty in nature and this is their way of making it stronger. Well this is what my outcome and conclusion was at least anyways. I came out of the gardens completely overwhelmed with so much to take in, not just knowledge but the fact that I had seen such a high maintenance place, that I totally was not expecting. 

If you are looking for something in Haifa to do then yes this is definitely a priority. However , most of the people who we met, were not in the gardens to kill time in Haifa, they were in Haifa to see the gardens. Make it a priority to see them, you will not regret it.

Paintballing - Hagoshrim - Milestones Israel

Travelling with children can always be a challenge and finding events and excursions to keep them entertained is always a challenge. Like no other- Israel too has its choices and, one of them is paint balling in the Galilee. Paint-balling has already found its fame in America and other countries worldwide and is now available here in Israel , so here a few things you should know first.

Available for children over the ages of 5 , and adults too can of course participate. Located in the Galilee, and one the most popular tourist attractions, with other options too such as kayaks, camping ad outdoor catering. The paint-balling itself can be played in teams in families or even couples or children versus adults.They are open 24/7 and definitely need to book in advance as opposed to just turning up spontaneously.

At Milestones Israel, we give you the opportunity to help you create a personalized tour of Israel. A one day tour of Tel Aviv is an essential part of your trip as Tel Aviv is one of the major cities here that holds so much to offer, and Nachalat Binyamin is just one of these vital places.Day tours with Milestones Israel is one way of doing this, by sampling what we have to offer , within just one day you are able to see so much. With guided tours, lead by Erez Strasburg , our founder at Milestones Israel , you will be taken on a hand in hand tour showing you every aspect of the places of your choice. Our tours are even privatized, so that you can spend your time in Israel with your families and friends in a more intimate way with your own special times together.

Mira Raman - Nachalat Binyamin - Milestones Israel

I have now visited the Nachalat Binyamin Market several times now, each time gaining more and more personal stories about each of the artists. Last Tuesday when i visited , I had the pleasure of talking to Mira  Raman, an artist who has created her work and evolved since her youth. Mira's work revolves around what her mother taught her in her youth , such as how to make it for your own with your own style...

This kind of vibe is essential to each of the artists located in the market. Each to their own, and with their own background stories , they all have something unique and individual to offer

At Milestones Israel, we give you the opportunity to help you create a personalized tour of Israel. A one day tour of Tel Aviv is an essential part of your trip as Tel Aviv is one of the major cities here that holds so much to offer, and Nachalat Binyamin is just one of these vital places.Day tours with Milestones Israel is one way of doing this, by sampling what we have to offer , within just one day you are able to see so much. With guided tours, lead by Erez Strasburg , our founder at Milestones Israel , you will be taken on a hand in hand tour showing you every aspect of the places of your choice. Our tours are even privatized, so that you can spend your time in Israel with your families and friends in a more intimate way with your own special times together.

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Desy - Newspaper Designs - Nachlat Binyamina - Milestones Israel

Nachlat Binyamina has a huge range of Artist's work to admire, but one of the many that caught my eye , was DESY - Newspaper Designs. So here is what I can tell you about Desy and her designs.

By using newspapers, she creates products such as baskets, newspaper and magazine holders , boxes for storage, remote holders and other items you might find useful around your house. The highlight of her art, is not just that it is made by such a simple disposable product as newspaper which we see every day. The only newspapers which she uses to create her products are "Happy News" stories...so  - For Desy's products, she only uses newspapers that are made from happy story articles

In a place such as Israel - we can analyse this like no one else. Most of the news here is negative. She has used the news of Israel in its weakest spot as a way to make something beautiful out of it. When I asked her why, she replied that she wanted to make something beautiful and useful out of something that we dispose of without any thought. Who could have ever even considered of recycling something and making it into Art? OK I am aware that in the world of modern art , there are such designs that are made by recycling products, to show that even after once someone has used it they can be made into something beautiful and admirable.

So a few details to share with you. Desy Designs is hard to reach online as there is no website or FB page, however she is contactable by phone - 0524229206, and also if you are in Tel Aviv during the event of Nachlat Binyamin(Tuesday and Friday from 9.30 until 4.30) then go and please take a visit

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Blind Museum - Holon Israel - Milestones Israel

Last week I had an amazing opportunity given to me by Milestones Israel...

I was given the chance to visit the Blind museum based in Holon , just outside of Tel Aviv. It is a once in a lifetime experience that will only be available to you in this part of the world. It gave me so much to think about - from as soon as I entered the area, to afterwards, I  had so much to think about , it totally gave me a completely new perspective on the Blind people of this world.

So what I would like to highlight are a few things. Firstly , the fact that our tour itself was lead by a blind man

Secondly - The different changes between each room has certain effects on each person in the group. and lastly...the location

I am going to try and focus on the positive things. This is a place that needs to be praised...it is something that part of the world has to deal with on a daily basis, and more than anything else -the museum is designed for children. It's actually called "the children's museum". Even though there are different sections which you can visit, the museum itself is designated mostly to kids. - this is incredibly a great idea...as it makes them so much aware of people who are blind. There is the concept that there are kids in this world which we know live in a world that they are not even aware that there are blind people. However it compromises several things just for the kids. It isn't just some boring museum where you walk around, look at stuff and go home afterwards thinking I went to a museum today. It is an experience itself - very interactive, you need to use all your other senses, and be totally focused the whole time.

So at the beginning, we all sit down in the front of the museum, we are introduced to a guy- who we later find out is partially blind - but none of us even picked up on that. He tells us about how to get the most of the museum , how to experience it safely, and a bit of an outline of the history of the place. he then mentioned briefly we will be lead by a blind person... this is  not what any of us were expecting...

So then we are told about lockers...we are told we can bring in NOTHING...no phones ,no watches , nothing with the slightest bit of reflections light...absolutely nothing.. so we all go over to the lockers and put our stuff away. Then we come back , and we go in through a door... where we are given a blind stick and told how to use it...i.e don't lift it off the floor, how to use it in a U shape..., then the partially blind man leads us to the darkness gradually and gradually until we are in blackness...feeling around for a wall. We now start to hear a new voice...our new friend who we will be leading us around . He directs us where to lean and stand and how to feel who you are walking into...we all line up against a wall. there is absolutely no light.It's not like your room at night where your eyes adjust to the darkness and eventually you will see. Frankly - I found it more comfortable to keep my eyes closed for most of the tour...I didn't think I would need to keep them open as there is nothing to see. But gradually you find that you should keep them open, just for the sake of making yourself appear like a regular blind person. 

He leads us through several rooms all requiring that you use different senses in order to tell where you are...just a few examples... a market where we had to smell the rotten fruit...a boat where we felt the water on us...a music room where we lied down on the carpet and felt the vibrations of the music...and a rain-forest where there were monkeys and water and rain and so many other features that I am not even aware of...Most important i should mention...WE ARE NEVER GOING TO SEE THESE ROOMS IN LIGHT...I asked that at the end...he simply replied that there are no lights and therefore we will not be able to see it. It was also incredible... I visited this place on my own...and I feel like I became immediate best friends with a bunch of strangers on their own day tour...afterwards we chatted for half an hour about their trip...we would never have bonded without this experience..

Ok...so I said I would focus on the positive...the location itself is pretty hard to find. I was on my own, I relied on public transport, Google maps and Moovit to get there. I didn't know anyone to show me around and there was also the language barrier. I gave up when I was about ten minutes away to hitch a taxi who took me right up there. I then had to walk through a park and a basket ball court to eventually get to the door.

A word of advice- go here either with someone who drives, or with a large tour group - it appeared the large groups are allowed to enter into the museum parking lot...one more thing very important...you need to book in advance in order to be there with a tour of your language. Without a booking you simply will not be able to enter.

So a few details for you... this is the link to their page ...http://www.dialogue-in-the-dark.com/venues-worldwide/israel-holon

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Purim 2014 has Arrived - Milestones Israel

Today the event of Purim has begun…the streets are covered with children on their way to school in costume, all the stalls in the markets are outselling their costume accessories, and those in the city will not be able to pass through without being aware that something is going on today.

Purim celebrates the story of Esther in the Torah…and for the festival of Purim , we can celebrate it in so many different ways, in Israel however, Judaism has been completely modernized and only a small essence of the origin of Purim is captured.

The costumes are the main aspect and the highlight for children and those of us still ready to celebrate such an event. We also share “Mishloach Menott” which are goodies you share with friends on Purim. In addition to all of the above, another activity is of course to eat hamantaschen…which are customized to look like Haman’s ears(the villain in the story of Purim) which are triangular pointy shaped biscuits with a filling of jam or sometimes chocolate.

And lastly…the most important of these customs is to drink and drink until you cannot tell those in costume from those dressed normally…even those more orthodox celebrate by drinking themselves into deliriousness.

Enjoy this holiday as much as possible, it is one of the most commonly celebrated event in the world of Judaism, and should be done with high spirits, just like the story of Purim itself. Personalised tourism can help you redicover your history within being jewish and also Judaism... click the link below and get connected.

Rockets into Roses

An amazing idea,story,product that I only came across on coincidence.

After visiting the Art Fair in Tel Aviv last Tuesday Nachlat binyamin, and returning back home, my roommate told me of a company or organisation called "rockets into roses"

An amazing idea which I will explain in a nutshell but really worth visiting their website to get the full idea http://www.rocketsintoroses.com/

So basically, from the rockets which fell a few years ago, a man who was simply a welder , blacksmith , came across the idea of making something destructive into something beautiful. He was handed the remaining pieces of metal from the rocket by the police near the area. He then decided to make them into several different products...necklaces, menorahs, and other jewelry, all of which are limited additions to state the obvious, it was all made from the same event and the same rockets.

Wait  - it gets better. A portion of the money which he receives from this, he contributes to building into above ground bomb shelters in the Ashkelon area...my roommate told me this and I could not believe what an idea had come into this world, partially shock, and also awe too.

I decided on the spot it was 100% worth a blog and as I would like to stress point  - all of it is limited(we can only hope it stays that way) so please visit their website to find out more. There is even a video of how they make the products.

While participating in a privatized private tour in Israel - you will be hosted by tour director and Milestones Israel founder Erez Strasburg - with his amazing energy and knowledge to wow you, he will be able to make your trip unique and something catered just for you.

Day tours in Israel with Milestones Israel - Especially in wonderful cities like Jerusalem and Tel Aviv , with Milestones , is an amazing experience , once in a lifetime will you have these memories, and Erez Strasburg's specialty is making sure your trip will be one of a kind.

Israel guided tours  with Milestones Israel is something that you can do to the highest of levels with our company. Nowhere else in the holy land will you have such a defined quality of service

 Israel one day guided tour  is another chance to experience Israel in a totally different perspective. You can specify in which cities you want to visit and we can show you the ways that they link to yourself

Israel  privatized private tour   is something entirely unique to you, Israel is a country that is like no other and you want every visit here to be special to you and Milestones Israel is the best way of making that happen

One day private tour with just yourself, perhaps your other half, your kids , your family, your friends ?  you decide and come along on a specifically designed tour for just your trip, totally unique in the world of Tourism , especially in a place like Israel

 One day tour from Tel Aviv - Tel Aviv is an amazing city, but with milestones Israel, and with only limited time you want to of course make the most of every second. One day privatized tours with milestones Israel will take care of everything so you can enjoy everyday and take it all in.

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Purim - From Cinderella to Queen Esther - Milestones Israel

Two very different stories have happened in Israel over the years, both of which include 3 very similar factors- 

1.  Both from Sephardi Backgrounds
2. Both events happennd around Purim
3. Both girls went from a quiet life to being Princesses

The Facts - 

1928 -Tzipora Tzabari  -  From a Yemiite Background Tzipora  rode her donkey and cart to deliver milk to the rich families of Tel Aviv in order to support her family , she entered a competition to become Tel Aviv's "Queen Esther" and won.

2013- Yityish Aynaw  -  She has lived in Israel since she was 10, when she was orphaned and went to live with her grandparents in Israel. She entered a Beauty Pagent, won and even met President Obama in one opportunity

Within about a 90 year difference, Israel is still the country full of opportunity. As we approach this years Purim on the upcoming weekend, we all prepare our costumes, our treats for the kids and the events coming up. 

Princess Esther was and still is comparable to the youth of Israel today. We have had several success stories of the young women of Israel becoming quickly famous in the world of Hollywood.

Milestones Israel - a Personalized Tour company based in Israel specialized in personalized tourism, and can help you to come across your own history, and stories. This just being one of them. 

While participating in a privatized private tour in Israel - you will be hosted by tour director and Milestones Israel founder Erez Strasburg - with his amazing energy and knowledge to wow you, he will be able to make your trip unique and something catered just for you.


Day tours in Israel with Milestones Israel - Especially in wonderful cities like Jerusalem and Tel Aviv , with Milestones , is an amazing experience , once in a lifetime will you have these memories, and Erez Strasburg's specialty is making sure your trip will be one of a kind.

Israel guided tours  with Milestones Israel is something that you can do to the highest of levels with our company. Nowhere else in the holy land will you have such a defined quality of service

 Israel one day guided tour  is another chance to experience Israel in a totally different perspective. You can specify in which cities you want to visit and we can show you the ways that they link to yourself

Israel  privatized private tour   is something entirely unique to you, Israel is a country that is like no other and you want every visit here to be special to you and Milestones Israel is the best way of making that happen

One day private tour with just yourself, perhaps your other half, your kids , your family, your friends ?  you decide and come along on a specifically designed tour for just your trip, totally unique in the world of Tourism , especially in a place like Israel

 One day tour from Tel Aviv - Tel Aviv is an amazing city, but with milestones Israel, and with only limited time you want to of course make the most of every second. One day privatized tours with milestones Israel will take care of everything so you can enjoy everyday and take it all in.



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Nachlat Binyamin - Itueti art & designs - Milestones Israel

This week for the first time since my stay in Israel ( I have now been living here for 6 months) I managed to get round to visiting the Art & Craft Fair in Tel Aviv. Its right beside the Carmel Market Shouk , on Allenby Street, on a Tuesday and also a Friday , from 9.30,  until 4.30.Best time ( especially for a blogger or if you want to capture some personal information about the artists) is to go first thing in the morning, when you can avoid all the rush and overwhelmed tourists.

I too was overwhelmed at this event. I decided right away I will be visiting again and again, as I didn't get nearly as much as I wanted to in the amount of time I spent there.

So this post is focused on Tueti art & designs  - what I can summarize is , it is basically "ART WITH COINS".

Really it depends how much of your time you have spent in art fairs and how much you have seen in the past. With a small amount of my time here I haven't had that much time spent seeing Art. I walked up and down the full stretch of the market before I noticed a guy chiseling away at something which I couldn't even see because it was so small. Turns out it was a coin. Then I began to look at what was on his table. There were coins from all over the world. What caught my attention the most was the 20 pence coin from the UK, where it was the queens head with space around her head all chiseled and gone. It was made into a necklace , as an elegant piece of his jewelry collection for display.

Something so simple that we spend or collect every day lying in your purse or wallet and it has been made into a fine piece of jewelry , that everyone would ask about. It's amazing for me to see that something so basic such as coins can be turned into something you wear as jewelry.

Below is his Facebook Page. I have yet to return to the Art Fair  - Nachlat Binyamin - and find out more about this skilled artist.

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Is tourism in Israel a safe experience??? - Milestones Israel

So, you have made the decision to come to the Holy Land - Eretz Israel - Great you are one step closer to having an amazing experience of a life time, and you will have lots to tell your friends when you get home and take some beautiful pictures too. What happens next is very interesting. For your Jewish friends, they will understand, ask where you are visiting when you will be there - and the usual questions just like any other trip...when do you return etc.

And then you tell people at work, or your non Jewish friends...perhaps in a casual conversation. They already know you are Jewish. There was always a possibility that you would visit Israel. So when you announce you are coming here for a trip , why all this curious, anxious,negative feedback? They already knew it was always a possibility, something that would crop up at some point!

Well apart from the obvious points, yes Israel is on the news a LOT, yes we know what is happening here, and yes we have major security overload like no other country in the world. We are entirely aware of this when visiting or booking a trip here.

So back to the main question. How safe is it to come here as a tourist. In all fairness tourists are living the most secure and safe experience that the average Israeli isn't even exposed to. You will be staying most likely in a hostile environment outside of your room. With questions asked every time you enter and exit the hotel building, handbag inspections every time you enter shopping malls, banks , train and bus stations, and lets not forget about the airport experience like no other.

360 degrees of  your body is inspected in a radar type machine that will pick up on anything remotely suspicious. the airport staff ask every question under the sun with every reference to weaponry imaginable.
You are even told to make space for extra time for checking in because it will take more time.

Once you arrive,you are on very safe ground as everywhere you go is this consistent suspiciousness of every person on the street. Your experience as a tourist will be very safe - no doubt about it. You will be visiting standardized tourism districts and landmarks that have overwhelming popularity with tourists from all over the world. Personalised Tourism is one way of prioritizing your worries. It allows for you to be that little bit more careful every time you are out.

If you are in Israel and their happens to be some "event" occurrence whilst you happen to be visiting, the smartphones will be out ASAP examining the news and apps of Jpost  alerts will be non-stop. This is for your own benefit. Better to know everything than not knowing anything.

So to summarize - YES it is a safe experience when you are touring Israel, your tour organisation/company/guides make it their priority. Israeli's are known for their standardization of security,  even though the non Jewish people of this world are hasty about your trip, you shouldn't be.

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