
Last updated on Feb 10, 2022
Summary: Expats, digital nomads and retirees discuss what it is like to live in Israel: Cost of living, Finding a home, Meeting People and more.
When we asked people what advice they would give someone preparing to move to Israel, they said:
"If you want a quiet family centered lifestyle go to Haifa. If you're single and want night-life go to Tel Aviv. If you want musuems and history go to Jerusalem," remarked another expat who made the move to Haifa.
"Get used to very poor shopping opportunities, rude people and places closing on Sabath," explained one expat living in Jerusalem, Israel.
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Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000. Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Some of Joshua's more popular articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 8 Best Places to Live in Croatia and the Living in Mexico Guide. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
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Guide to Living in Israel covering expat life, local culture, finding a home, diversity and more.
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Take off your rose-colored glasses and learn what expats have to say about the biggest challenges and the greatest rewards of living in Israel.
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Guide to Living in Israel covering expat life, local culture, finding a home, diversity and more.
Israel Forum
Meet other expats and talk about living in Israel.
Take off your rose-colored glasses and learn what expats have to say about the biggest challenges and the greatest rewards of living in Israel.
Contribute
Help other expats and newcomers by answering questions about the challenges and adventures of living in Israel.
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