Just before you go

Clothing for year-round

1. Sunglasses, swimwear, and a hat
2. Casual clothes,  comfortable closed walking shoes or sneakers, and sandals/flip-flops for walking in water
3. Visiting religious places: some modest clothing: long pants or skirts and long-sleeved shirts or scarves

Clothing for Summertime – April to October:

1. Loose-fitting and lightweight clothing – cotton or linen garments.
2. Even in the summer, Jerusalem and the desert can be cool in the evening and most places in Israel are fully air-conditioned – a sweater or other lightweight warm layers could come handy
3. Sunscreen and insect repellent

Clothing for Autumn – Spring – Late October to April

Winters in Israel are mild compared to North America. But you should bring with you a light, waterproof jacket, long pants, a sweater, hat, umbrella, and gloves.

Don’t forget to pack in your hand luggage:

1. Passport / visa; photocopy of your passport information page; credit cards / cash;
2. Health & travel insurance documents;
3. Prescription medications; mobile device; charger; camera;
4. One change of clothing; reading glasses/sunglasses.