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 Hi,  Glad to hear that you will be vacationing in Israel - a great place for a family vacation.  Touring on your own with a driver/guide is a terrific way to visit Israel.  This will allow your family to get the most out of the experience, set your own pace, design a tour that suits your interests and your schedule. Licensed ...

 Hi,   Youth hostels are a good place to start your search for inexpensive lodging - you can find more information at:  http://iyha.org.il/eng/ There are many guides available who can help you in Jerusalem.  I would be pleased to help you find the right one for your plans - please contact me off list for further ...

 Hi, We're happy you will be coming to visit Israel on your trip.  I believe that all you need is a ticket that shows your planned departure.  However, to set your mind at ease, I suggest you contact the Israel Embassy or Consulate in your home country and confirm this information. Have a great adventure. Oreet

 Hi, For detailed information on living in Israel and immigrating to Israel, please contact the Israeli Embassy or Consulate near your home, or the Israel Aliyah office,  see http://www.jewishagency.org/JewishAgency/English/Aliyah/ Good luck.

 Hi, While Egged does not have a direct bus route from Ben Gurion airport to Safad - it is possible to make this trip using public transportation, depending on the time of day.  The Egged website offers two options.  The first involves taking a bus from the airport to the central bus station in Tel Aviv and from there taking a ...

 We are happy that you wish to return and visit in Israel.  For visa requirements please refer to:  http://goisrael.com/Tourism_Eng/Tourist+Information/Planning+your+trip/Visa.htm#tourist%20visas - or contact your local Israeli Embassy or Consulate where you will be able to receive information specific to your ...

 Hi, Your question is a bit beyond the purview of tourism information, however, allow me to give you a very broad reply.  After the First Temple was built by King Solomon, Jews were restricted to performing sacrifices only at the Temple.  Following the destruction of the Second Temple by the Romans in the year 70, Jews no ...

 Susan, So glad that you will be visiting with us this year.    It is hard to compare our weather to yours and as you don't state where your home is, it is difficult to advise you. Using the average temps as a guideline, keep in mind that Israel's rainy season is in the winter. You might not see any rain during your ...

 Hi, Most hotels do have check-ins during the day on Saturday.  Check with your hotel as to the details regarding your check-in and the check-in hours - usually not before early afternoon. Waiting to greet you in Israel.

 Hi, As to your first question about airfares - the airlines set rates based on their own parameters.  There are numerous websites where you may be able to find good rates on flights to Israel, or do so with the help of a reputable travel agent.  Their are many airlines that fly from Toronto to Israel with a stop or change of ...