What to Pack and Wear


It's the age-old question: What should I pack for my trip to another country? Israel is an informal country. Ties, suits and high-heels are extremely uncommon. However, women are encouraged to bring at least one modest (i.e., long sleeves and skirt that hangs below the knees) dress for trips to religious sites and areas (like the Western Wall and Mea Sha'arim in Jerusalem).


Daily Clothing:


  • Casual, medium-weight clothing that can be layered
  • Comfortable walking shoes, such as running shoes or tennis shoes


    Holy Site Visits:


  • Modest clothing for holy sites. Modest clothing means:
    - Covered shoulders
    - Covered knees (sarongs are suggested for women, as they are easily tied over walking clothes)


    Winter/Rainy Season:


  • Sweater/cardigan
  • Heavy jacket
  • Umbrella or other rain protection
  • Wind breaker


    Dead Sea/Masada:


  • Bathing suit/beach shoes
  • Canvas or rubber shoes to wear into the Dead Sea
  • Hat (for the sun)
  • Sunglasses/suntan lotion (a must!)


    Optional:


  • Camera and film/cards and/or video camera
  • Cold tablets/tablets for diarrhea
  • Electric converter 110 volts to 220 volts AC (necessary for hairdryers, electric razors, etc.)
  • Journal and pens or laptop computer


    Weather

    Area Winter Temperatures (in Fahrenheit)
    Tel Aviv 45-55
    Jerusalem 35-45
    West Bank 35-45
    Beersheva region 60-65
    Upper Galilee 35-45
    Sea of Galilee 50-60