Electrical equipment

 

Electricity is 230 volts AC, 50Hz. Three-pin plugs are standard, but perhaps you will need an adaptor.

 

Money

 

New Israeli Shekel (NIS)=100 agorot (singular, agora). Notes are in denominations of 200, 100, 50, and 20. Coins are in denominations of 10, 5, 2 and 1 shekels and 50, 20 and 10 agorot. Currency Exchange: Foreign currency can be exchanged at authorized banks, hotels and many change shops. Change shops found in most cities charge no commission and equal the bank exchange rates. It is advisable to leave Israel with the minimum of Israeli currency. Payment in foreign currency exempts tourists from VAT on certain purchases and services, and is sometimes preferred by shop keepers.

Exchange Rate: Exchange rates fluctuate. At present (05/05/2017): $1.00=around 3,59 NIS; 1 euro=around 3,95 NIS.

Cash: Cash is safe to carry in reasonable quantities, provided you keep it in a safe place (inside pocket, money belt or waist bag, etc.). As a precaution you should only carry the amount of cash you would need. Cash is almost always easier to exchange than any other medium, and has the benefit of being changeable in most circumstances. Credit cards: all major credit cards are accepted in Israel.

 

Clothing

 

The climate in Israel during the summer is very hot, although it can be relatively cool in the evening. One should have clothing appropriate for hot weather, and a light sweater or jacket.

NOTE: towels, sheets, pillowcases and blankets are provided by the ORT boarding School.

 

What to bring:

 

Hat
Short sleeved and long sleeved cotton shirts
Cotton shorts
Cotton pants (slacks)
Underwear
Socks
Sweater/sweatshirt
Lightweight jacket
Pajamas/sleep wear
Bathing suit
Work (closed) shoes
Extra shoelaces
Sandals
Touring shoes (tennis shoes, etc.)

Toiletries
Toiletries bag
Soap
Shampoo
Sunscreen

Toothpaste and toothbrush
Deodorant
Athlete's foot powder
Anti-chafing cream
Nail clipper
Insect repellant (mosquitos)
Medications
Personal supplies
Equipment
Canteen/water bottle for personal use
Small bag/backpack for carrying daily equipment and weekend travel
Bag for laundry/Laundry Detergent
Camera
Knee pads (if you need them)

Educational Supplies
Writing supplies
Textbooks