Author Topic: Bein Hazmanim in Israel (Read 8993 times)

MES · « **on:** July 06, 2010, 05:56:02 PM »

Hello All,
I'm trying to plan my bein hazmanim trip in Israel this summer. I have points from Capital one AMEX and AA. I'm looking for cheap hotels doesn't have to be for miles. I need beaches. Netanya's at the top of the list. Also looking for a good cheap place in tzfas. And if anyone stam has any suggestions to go anywhere else that's beautiful and relaxing (and cheap) it would be greatly appreciated.
Also, I was wondering about renting a car. Is it worth it? I don't mind taking buses, and I've never driven in Israel and am a bit apprehensive about it. Is there any reason to be?
Thanks

moish · « **Reply #1 on:** July 08, 2010, 07:03:19 PM »

it is 100% worth it to rent a car. its the number one difference between having a good enjoyable time, and not

elikay · « **Reply #2 on:** July 08, 2010, 08:27:45 PM »

Quote from: moish on July 08, 2010, 07:03:19 PM

it is 100% worth it to rent a car. its the number one difference between having a good enjoyable time, and not

Pretty strong!

joe · « **Reply #3 on:** July 09, 2010, 12:52:43 AM »

I think that a car makes a big difference, but you need a reliable GPS. I had rented one that kept on taking me thru arab neighborhoods.

moish · « **Reply #4 on:** July 09, 2010, 03:02:36 AM »

gps in israel is a relatively new luxury. ive done many a trip w/o it. all you need is a good map called "atlas hazahav"

dealer · « **Reply #5 on:** July 09, 2010, 03:38:05 AM »

Quote from: moish on July 08, 2010, 07:03:19 PM

it is 100% worth it to rent a car. its the number one difference between having a good enjoyable time, and not

definitely need to rent a car, get the best prices with superflyer ( no skateboards please)

SuperFlyer · « **Reply #6 on:** July 09, 2010, 05:23:29 AM »

I have a trike promo now.

A getz missing 1 wheel.

SuperFlyer · « **Reply #7 on:** July 09, 2010, 05:26:51 AM »

Dealer, I'm going to bill you the hours to answer pms.

Chaikel · « **Reply #8 on:** July 09, 2010, 10:38:30 AM »

Quote from: moish on July 09, 2010, 03:02:36 AM

gps in israel is a relatively new luxury. ive done many a trip w/o it. all you need is a good map called "atlas hazahav"

Where do I get it?

SuperFlyer · « **Reply #9 on:** July 09, 2010, 12:00:49 PM »

Chaikel, you need a gps to get to the place where they sell it.

moish · « **Reply #10 on:** July 10, 2010, 04:45:43 PM »

its sold in any bookstore. its by far the best map book in israel, but unfortunately a bit expensive. however, existing owners get additional copies at a discount so if you get enough ppl interested to cover the one time delivery fee, you can get a pretty good price.

youG · « **Reply #11 on:** July 10, 2010, 07:41:41 PM »

I've gotten all over israel with the Avis map.

moish · « **Reply #12 on:** July 10, 2010, 08:02:23 PM »

im referring to the street map

MES · « **Reply #13 on:** July 10, 2010, 08:42:09 PM »

I don't think I can afford car. I'm not looking to go far anywhere. I basically want to go to Netanya for a few days and relax. And then go to tzfas for shabbos. But noone has suggested places to go. Come on guys, where can I stay in these places?

SuperFlyer · « **Reply #14 on:** July 10, 2010, 09:00:48 PM »

You can't afford a car? Should have figured that much: oni choshuv keMES...

All crazes aside, if you are just going a couple of places, your best choice is a bus.

You didn't mention going with anyone else, if that's the case, you might look into cheap rooms by people renting a room of their apartment.

A3 · « **Reply #15 on:** July 10, 2010, 11:37:00 PM »

You should take the 3 day hike!! chof l'chof. Take a train to Nahariya and there is an awesome hike that goes to Tiberius. I did it once, forgot all the details as it was a few years ago, but it was an awesome experience and took up 4 days of my time!!

MES · « **Reply #16 on:** July 11, 2010, 02:01:27 AM »

Come on guyss, has noone been to netanya or tzefas? Where did you stay? I'm looking for something in the range of 100$ a night. Where did you eat? It's coming up in two weeks and I still have nothing planned. A small apartment is fine as well. (I think it's called a tzimmer). Has anyone stayed in one or know of any nice/cheap ones?

beej · « **Reply #17 on:** July 11, 2010, 02:53:49 AM »

go to zimmer.co.il and click on the American flag for english. Search by region.
weekend.co.il only has a hebrew site, also a good site though.

MES · « **Reply #18 on:** July 11, 2010, 07:36:27 AM »

Thanks beej.
I was planning on going to Netanya cuz I was told it's the nicest seperate beach. Today someone told me that the nicest seperate beach in Israel is in Hertzelia. Anyone know anything about that or places to stay over there?

beej · « **Reply #19 on:** July 11, 2010, 02:43:12 PM »

in my opinion tzimmers (or zimmers) are the best way to go if they're available at least for a married couple check those sites for places to stay. (btw zimmer.co.il does have English once you search the region and click on the zimmer you want).