#60 Expect about 300 days of sun in a year
Israel is blessed to have ~300 days of sunshine a year. In fact, with so much sunlight, Israelis take advantage of the considerable sunlight available…
#21 Enjoy amazing sandy beaches
Israel is renowned for its breathtaking coastline and stunning beaches. The country is home to a number of pristine sandy beaches that offer a unique…
#45 Board a bus and get invited to someone’s wedding
Israel is considered to be one of the most informal countries in the world. Maybe its because many people are actually related if you back…
#46 Fall colors means watching the dates turn red on the many palm trees
Yes, the fall colors in the US and Canada are lovely...until it gets really cold and the snow starts. Israel does have distinct seasons, but…
#34 Startup Nation and almost daily announcements of inventions/discoveries
Israel is often referred to as the "Startup Nation," due to its thriving entrepreneurship ecosystem and the number of successful startups that have emerged from…
#49 Ashkelon — Israel’s favorite retirement location
In the USA, when people think of retiring to a warm climate Florida is what people think of. In Israel, many people choose to retire…
#51 A political party for all views
In the 2022 elections, 40 parties threw their hats into the ring to try and get seats in the Knesset. Because Israeli law demands a…
#56 Discounts on municipal taxes for Olim, soldiers, seniors, people with disabilities, Holocaust survivors…
Municipalities across the country give discounts on municipal taxes (Arnona) in accordance with the laws of the State and the regulations of the Interior Ministry.…
#59 Robberies? Way less than the USA, Canada, UK, Belgium, France, Switzerland, Germany…
Israel, despite being in a tough neighborhood, is an oasis of safety, often safer than other OECD countries. there are many metrics that can be…
#63 Dress casual, very casual
Israel is rated as one of the most informal countries and it shows in the way people dress. It is not unusual to see people…