learning2016
American expat in Israel
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Contacts
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About me
American, Single
Lives in 'Afula, Northern District
Speaks English (fluent) Hebrew (basic to intermediate) Spanish (a few words)
Registration: 12 September 2016
New members of the Israel forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Israel forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
I hope you have a good time Ara. Just curious LOL, how do you know you like Israel & al Jews? Read More
convert to judaisam by Mack13011983
hi, can anyone show me the path to convert in jews mean in judaisam
Where are you from & why in the world do you want to convert to Judaism? Read More
Allergies in Israel
Hi, Have you joined any FB groups? I have a holistic one I run. I have a feeling that Israeli children don't have food allergies, only the Olim who come here do. When you say "handle," what are you referring to? Read More
French atheist woman looking at moving to Isra by Saphira33
Shalom I’m a 33 years old French woman looking at moving to Israel to live there, at least for a few years. I’m a qualified massage therapist and I was working in England last year. I have also worked as a hospitality manager for many ...
Hi Marie, Just curious why you want to move here. There are a lot of French here, but most are Jewish. You would need a work visa unless you plan on coming in as a tourist & I'm not sure how long that lasts for, either 3 or 6 ... Read More
What is the cost of living in Israel?
I would think it's the same as a non student, but most students are willing to just rent out a room & rough it. Also depends on where you are living as far as rent, Arnona, VAD, etc. Read More
New members of the Israel forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Israel forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hi Michael, Kind of like me : ) Born here, but never grew up here. I don't work here, so good luck with that. Michal Read More
israel
Are you Jewish, did you get citizenship, what are your skill sets? Read More
Keeping in touch while living in Israel by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What are the best ways you've found for keeping in touch with friends and family back home while living in Israel? How frequently do you stay in touch with loved ones? Are there local equivalents to common instant messaging and ...
This has been a SERIOUS issue for me. NONE of the cell phone carriers offer a US number where you can text back & forth with someone in the US. And they initially told someone I was dealing with that they did only to find out after I arrived ... Read More
Does Anyone plan on relocating to Israel..A great recommendation! by Angie Cohen
I have relcocated to Israel and can highly recommend Roni and Tanya who have both found for me a wonderful apartment in Tel Aviv as well as employment. They are not real estate agents so no need to worry, their prices are extremely reasonable and ...
You went through all the FB groups for JL rentals? Read More
Turks
I am pretty sure there is a Turkish community here. Unfortunately, I don't know where they settled & I'd LOVE to find a good Turkish restaurant, I love Turkish food. Unfortunately, I can't find really good ethnic food here. I ... Read More
Online shopping in Israel
I'm having a problem finding a package forwarding company I like. US to here. I had one, but there were ongoing issues with them never responding to e-mails or answering the phone. The owner finally told me to get lost when I complained to her ... Read More
Israel's most expensive cities by Priscilla
Hello everyone, What are the most expensive cities to live in Israel? What are the costs of things such as rent, utilities, weekly groceries, dining out, etc.? What is the lifestyle like in these cities, for expats and locals? What are the ...
Yeh that's b/c everyone is on FB LOL Over there you can't shut them up LOL Read More
Driving license
This is the Israel forum, not the Colombian forum. Read More
Naturalisation and citizenship in Israel
Hi Bhavna, Well first of all, where are you from? Are you Jewish? Once I know those answers, I can tell you my thoughts. Read More
New members of the Israel forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Israel forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hi, I can't help you with the sports as that's not my thing, but I'm curious where you've traveled to. Are there many Jews in Puerto Rico? I was once considering moving there, but I think there's a lot of pollution there, ... Read More
New members of the Israel forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Israel forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hi Nomad, Sorry for the delay. I am not sure I even got an e-mail about your post, I only happened to find it under my bell notifications icon. This is more of a personal question, so you should probably PM me. Well I'm not heavy into ... Read More
Marrying israeli guy
??? Are you planning on marrying someone you've NEVER met? And how come he's not giving you this information? I'd be very careful if I were you. This sounds very fishy to me. Read More
please help me find any job in Israël by deedoreen
Hi. Am in Kenya but planning to relocate in Israel in a month's time.please help me find any job.also advice me on places to live since I don't know anyone there. all advices are welcome. regards Doreen
Mod, these 2 posts are CLEARLY SPAM. Please keep an eye on all these spam posts from Africa. Read More
Health Care workers deprived of food. by Bart1960
I speak with a girl working in Israel as a health care worker, she is treated very well by her employer, but as we talk, she tells me of friends of hers that are working for people that do not treat them as well as my friend is treated. She tells me ...
Terrible situation. So my suggestion is that you ask around about the law. I am pretty sure the lawyers are going to ask what the contract says & if it's in Hebrew, how do they even know what they signed? The first FB group is for ... Read More
for israeli travelers with a second passport by nomadreid
I have two passports, an Israeli and an American. I will be making a trip with three one-way tickets, different airlines: Tel-Aviv-Vietnam, Vietnam-Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka- Tel Aviv. The problem is that the only reasonably priced flights for that ...
Umm, he has the right to dislike a country if it aggravates him. Very immature that if someone (me) asks for the answer as well, that you refuse to provide it. Anyway, I won't bother to talk to you anymore, as I don't deal with immaturity. Read More
Tax system question by nomadreid
This is the first year in which I am required to file a tax declaration in Israel. Many Israelis are under the impression that individuals don't file tax declarations, because it is true that most people don't have to. However, some people ...
n/p Hope someone there helps you : ) Read More
for israeli travelers with a second passport by nomadreid
I have two passports, an Israeli and an American. I will be making a trip with three one-way tickets, different airlines: Tel-Aviv-Vietnam, Vietnam-Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka- Tel Aviv. The problem is that the only reasonably priced flights for that ...
That didn't really answer his question about can you switch passports on the other end, but I guess they see what passport you used when flying. So one can NEVER fly out with their US passport even going back to the US??? : ( Read More
Tax system question by nomadreid
This is the first year in which I am required to file a tax declaration in Israel. Many Israelis are under the impression that individuals don't file tax declarations, because it is true that most people don't have to. However, some people ...
That wasn't the group I was talking about. That's a very small group. The more people in the group, the greater the odds of you or anyone getting the right answer since everyone here loves to claim they know what they are saying, but they ... Read More
Speaking Hebrew or Arabic in Israel by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking Hebrew or Arabic is essential for a successful integration in Israel. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Hebrew or Arabic? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one ...
Well like in all countries, if you know the language, you are much better off. If you live in TLV, then yes, you can probably get away with never having to learn Hebrew, but even when calling companies I have a really difficult time & I know ... Read More
Tax system question by nomadreid
This is the first year in which I am required to file a tax declaration in Israel. Many Israelis are under the impression that individuals don't file tax declarations, because it is true that most people don't have to. However, some people ...
Hi, While I can't help you as it's all greek to me & I haven't filed myself yet, so I recommend you go onto FB on a very large group & ask. You will get tons of answers, most aren't correct, but some will be & this will ... Read More
find a restaurant to rent
Hi, You know rent there is VERY expensive, right? What kind of food will it be? I'm a foodie : ) I recommend you go onto FB & search for all the TLV groups, join them & then post what you want. I'm sure someone will help you. Be ... Read More
Need advice on job agencies etc. by Mare J
I'm taking a gap from my current career as DTP/Graphic Designer and want to go to Israel to work and live. I'm thinking of doing caregiver work because I have done this job many years ago in the UK. I'm not sure if I should fly over to ...
Well if that's the case, then I think you should ask a lawyer. Here's 2 FB groups you can join & ask & hopefully you will get the same answer from different lawyers so you can "assume" what they are saying is ... Read More
The holiday season in Israel by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Are you about to celebrate the holiday season in Israel? In many countries and cultures, the festive season is the time for happiness and reunions/gatherings. Is it so in Israel? How do Israelis celebrate this very special time of ...
Glad you found another job. Never heard back from you, but glad you are doing well. Happy Holidays. Michal Read More
Need advice on job agencies etc. by Mare J
I'm taking a gap from my current career as DTP/Graphic Designer and want to go to Israel to work and live. I'm thinking of doing caregiver work because I have done this job many years ago in the UK. I'm not sure if I should fly over to ...
Well first of all, are you Jewish? If not & you don't have permission to become a citizen, you do need a work visa. Now saying that, there may be someone who would hire you without one, but I would find it hard to trust someone that you ... Read More
moving to Jerusalem by cjmncube
I am moving to Israel with family early 2016 and am considering settling in Jerusalem. Can i have some kind of idiot's guide on living in Jerusalem: 1. cost of living 2. school for kids 3. transportation 4. East or West...does it ...
Hi, Where are you moving from? In answer to your questions: 1. JL is very expensive just so you know. TLV (Tel Aviv) is slightly more expensive, but not by much. Those are the 2 most expensive cities in the country. You can search on FB for tons ... Read More
Your best business development ideas in Israel
She's asking a general question to get people talking, this isn't for her personally (I'm pretty sure.) Read More
Are you happy in Israel? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Israel? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in your ...
Where do you live? I actually agree with you, but I look for way more than what you mentioned. I need to be around compatible people to myself. Read More
Are you happy in Israel? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Israel? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in your ...
Yeh I PMed her & never heard back. Thanks for letting me know. Read More
Need your help expats...
Find one what? You can search yourself. I'm not doing the searching for you. Read More
Need your help expats...
I would do a search for Filipinos in Israel on FB. There's a Union & Association for caregivers. Then I'd post asking where you can find work. Read More
Are you happy in Israel? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Israel? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in your ...
I'm soooo sorry to hear of your struggles. I never had to go into the army. I don't feel the fear you feel & these stabbings don't happen every day or even every week, but you've been going through this for a long time, so ... Read More
Environmental protection in Israel by Kenjee
Hi, Environmental protection is a challenging issue for all the countries around the world. Would you say this issue is deemed of significance in Israel? Is the country going green through initiatives like waste management and selective ...
Good question. Unfortunately Israel is very lacking in this area & I was naive & thought they were still the clean country I remembered. The country has been in a HUGE boom phase construction wise that it's a very very dirty country ... Read More
In retrospect, would you move again to Israel? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in Israel, would you heartily say "lets do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do certain ...
I wouldn't move here again if I know what I know now, but I'm hoping I change my mind about that in the next several months. I hadn't been here for a long time (only 2 weeks in '94) & couldn't afford to take what they call ... Read More
Adapting to the climate in Israel
I LOVE the breezes here. I remember them from when I went to school here for a year when I was 16, & it's the ONLY thing that has remained the same about the country. This summer wasn't as bad as I thought it would be thank gawd, but ... Read More
New members of the Israel forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Israel forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hi everyone, So I've been here for just shy of a year. You can read my profile for more info on me. I'm looking for like minded friends. I'm still deciding whether to stay here b/c my health that wasn't great when I left the US is ... Read More
Customer care in Israel by Priscilla
Hello everyone, The way customer services are handled can greatly affect your views on certain brands, products, companies or stores. As a consumer, it is important to get familiar with local practices regarding client assistance in Israel and ...
Hi Priscilla, LOL, there is no such thing as customer service here in Israel, but I've been somewhat surprised in a few stores. Within 2 months of being here I already experienced a terrible store where I spent a lot of money on my desk & ... Read More
Zika Virus
Hi there, Can someone tell me how bad the Zika virus is in PC. Thanks Read More