Jerusalem & Israel Resources, Articles & Guides

Mortgages, mas rechisha, Olim benefits, neighborhoods and a legal checklist — free PDF download.

Organizations, definitions and resources dedicated to combating antisemitism worldwide — ADL, Simon Wiesenthal Center, IHRA definition, StandWithUs, CAM and more.

Everything you need to plan Aliyah and connect with Israel — Nefesh B'Nefesh, The Jewish Agency (Sochnut), Misrad HaKlita, Aliyah plan guide, WhatsApp tips, yishuvim, employment and housing.

The shekel explained — bills, coins, exchange, tipping, and where to change money without getting fleeced.

Official Israeli government portal (gov.il) — ministries, Bituach Leumi, Population & Immigration Authority, tax authority, Misrad HaPnim and every state service in English and Hebrew.

The must-see sites — Kotel, Old City quarters, Yad Vashem, Israel Museum, City of David, Mahane Yehuda and the top attractions locals send visitors to first.

Official Jerusalem Municipality (Iriya) website — arnona, city services, building permits, business licensing, events, and English resources for residents and Olim.

Stay informed with leading Jewish and Israeli media — Times of Israel, Ynet, Globes, Arutz 7, Kan News, JTA, Jewish Press and Forward.

Full Jewish Calendar for Hebrew year 5787 (2026–2027) — every holiday, fast day, Rosh Chodesh, Lag BaOmer and the High Holy Days with Hebrew and Gregorian dates.

How to get around Jerusalem — light rail, buses, Rav-Kav, taxis, Gett, car rentals, intercity trains to Tel Aviv and airport transfers.

Best days and times, food-tour tips, nightlife after 10 PM, price tricks and the vendors locals actually go back for.

Deep-dives into every Jerusalem neighborhood — who lives there, what it feels like, price ranges and what makes each shchuna its own world.

The locals' travel hub — 60+ attractions, tours, food, hikes, museums, nightlife and neighborhoods, organized for first-time and repeat visitors.