TravelIsrael.com - Get Answers to Some Frequently Asked Questions

Find quick answers to some frequently asked questions regarding your trip to Israel and our site. TravelIsrael.com is here to make your trip to the Holy Land safe and pleasurable and we hope the information you'll find on this page will come in handy.

• Do I need to pay to use TravelIsrael.com?
  
• Where can I learn more about your site?
  
• Is your site safe to use?
  
• What is Israel's currency?
  
• Does Israel make a popular tourist destination?
  
• Do Israelis speak English?
  
• Can I use my credit card?
  
• What are Israel's national dishes?
  
• Is the country safe for tourists?
  
• Do I need a visa to travel to Israel?
  
  
  
  
  
• Do I need to pay to use TravelIsrael.com?
  Using TravelIsrael.com is 100% free of charge. You can go through our tourist tips and have full access to all the website's section and you don't need to give credit card number or even to sign up.
  
  
• Where can I learn more about your site?
  For information regarding our web site, please visit our About Us Page.
  
  
• Is your travelling website safe to use?
  TravelIsrael.com respects its users' right to full privacy and does its absolute best to protect it. Any information collected by our site is kept for internal uses only and is well protected. For more information regarding this point, please visit our Privacy Policy Page.
  
  
• What is Israel's currency?
  Israel's currency is the New Israeli Shekel (NIS), which is composed of 100 Agorot. The value of it changes on a daily basis, and you should check it online to make sure you're getting a fair rate exchange. Keep in mind that if you're buying shekels, you will probably get a better rate within Israel than you would in your home country.
  
  
• Does Israel make a popular tourist destination?
  With its many attractions, religious sites, historical monuments, sunny beaches and fantastic weather Israel has something from anyone. Many tourists travel from all over the world to enjoy this beautiful countries and it makes a great destination for family trips, beach holidays, romantic vacations, backpacking, ski trips and sightseeing tours.
  
  
• Do Israelis speak English?
  The two official languages in Israel are Hebrew and Arabic, but Israeli officials and most young Israelis you'll meet on the street can communicate in English to some extent. However, while all Israel's citizens study English in school, don't assume that they will all remember what they've learned or will be fluent in it.
  
  
• Can I use my credit card?
  Most of the major credit cards - Visa, MasterCard, etc. will be accepted everywhere and most businesses have no issues with using them. However, keep in mind that when you go to markets or to the countryside it is best to carry cash, as street vendors often don't use plastic at all.
  
  
• What are Israel's national dishes?
  Even if you've tried them before, don't miss the Israeli falafel balls - made of fried chickpeas and spices and served in pita bread with sauces and salads. This is also a great place to enjoy real humus or Shawarma (slow roasted meat served in pita bread).
  
  
• Is the country safe for tourists?
  While the country is officially in a National State of Emergency, Israel is much safer than shown on CNN. The main cities, countryside and southern desert are all completely safe and the only problematic areas are near the borders, where you might find it difficult to get around or need special permits to get into certain areas.
  
  
• How can I learn more about your Israel traveling website?
  Citizens arriving from almost all North American and European countries do not need a visa before arriving to the country and the same is true for citizens of Russia, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and Hong Kong. German citizens born earlier than 1928 must apply for a visa in advance.