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Setting Up Your Internet When You Get to Israel

Sure, getting through the Aliyah process successfully is an achievement in and of itself. However, your job doesn’t end once you receive that highly sought-after “Mazel tov” letter. You could say that that’s where the real challenge begins – building a decent life in a new country.  Though there are several Aliyah obstacles you’ll have

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From the US to Israel: Making Aliyah in 2024 (A Complete Guide)

Aliyah is much more than just a physical relocation. It’s a spiritual and emotional return to the ancestral homeland. Through Aliyah, Jews from all over the world contribute to the blossoming Israeli society, enriching its diverse culture and traditions. However, few countries have given as many new citizens to Israel as the U.S. In the

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iPhone 15 in Israel 

The iPhone 15 is all the rage now. After all, what’s not to like? Super fast, high-quality camera, excellent battery life, and attractive color options are just some of the characteristics that make this highly advanced 5G phone a must-have.  But will this iPhone also be a faithful travel companion? In other words, can you

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Airalo eSIM Israel: Should I Be Using Airalo in Israel? A Complete Review

eSIM (embedded SIM) is a relatively new invention that has taken the traveling world by storm. After all, what’s not to like? You don’t need to swap your SIM card; the installation process takes minutes, and you can call, text, and use the internet without worrying about exorbitant roaming charges.  Given how convenient eSIMs are,

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Resources for Learning Hebrew for New Olim (And 5 Tips to Help You Pick Up the Language Faster) 

Making Aliyah represents a profoundly meaningful step for anyone seeking a deep connection to their Jewish heritage and an opportunity to live in (and contribute to) a lively and diverse society. This journey does come with challenges. Indeed, the path to settling in Israel is strewn with hurdles, both prior to and following the move.

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Staying in Touch After Aliyah – The 5 Ways You Can Maintain Overseas Relationships Once You Move to Israel

Making Aliyah is rewarding in countless ways. You get to immerse yourself in a new culture, connect with your heritage, and find a sense of belonging. However, this process is also incredibly challenging in other regards. One of the biggest challenges when moving to Israel is leaving your friends, family members, and other loved ones

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Haggling in Israel – A Guide to Shopping for New Olim After Making Aliyah

Israel is a captivating fusion of Western modernity and Middle Eastern traditions. One of these traditions deeply woven into the fabric of Israeli society is the age-old practice of haggling. However, many Israelis would use another word instead of practice – art. The art of haggling is on full display daily all throughout Israel, from

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Aliyah Made Simple (For South Africans) 

South Africa has emerged as a vanguard in advancing the Aliyah process on multiple fronts, notably through its monthly Aliyah flights and the annual Aliyah Expo. These initiatives, alongside similar endeavors, streamline the Israeli bureaucratic procedures for South African Jews even before they set foot in the country. Consequently, it comes as no surprise that

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Starlink Israel – Everything You Need to Know About Musk’s Satellite Internet

Everything You Need to Know About Musk’s Satellite Internet With the launch of Starlink, Elon Musk propelled himself into the high-speed internet industry. His satellite-based internet offers exceptional coverage, to the point where it can be accessed by people in areas that are traditionally difficult to reach with fiber internet. Rural and remote communities in

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Cellcom eSIMs – Everything You’ll Ever Need to Know

Whether you’re traveling to Israel for a vacation or making Aliyah, you need to stay connected. That means you need your cellphone. That’s where a potential problem arises – your current carrier may not offer facilities to make calls from Israel, or if they do, they’re extremely expensive. That’s where embedded SIMs (eSIMs) come into

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