ISRAEL AND THE OCCUPIED TERRITORIES

Israel and the Occupied Territories were my first solo travel adventure in 1989. I volunteered at two kibbutzim, travelling extensively through Israel and Egypt. I have returned on a number of occasions since then.

In some respects, it’s not the easiest country to visit, in no small part due to security concerns and the geopolitical situation. However, it holds a special place in my heart and Jerusalem remains my favourite city in the world.

golden dome of dome of the rock in jerusalem

ISRAEL IN A NUTSHELL

  • Capital: Jerusalem
  • Currency: New Israeli shekel (ILS)
  • Population: 9 million
  • Official language: Hebrew, Arabic (special status under Israeli law)
  • Time zone: UTC+2 

SOLO TRAVEL RATING

  • Solo travel rating: 3 out of 5
  • Risk to women travellers: Low
  • Travel costs: Moderate
  • Recommended for first-time solo travellers: No

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