11 Things NOT to do in Israel - MUST SEE BEFORE YOU GO!

Israel is one of the most fascinating countries in the world. The food, the culture, the history... it's an amazing place. That being said there are a few things to watch out for while you're there. Here are 11 things not to do in Israel.

0:00 Introduction
0:41 Don't be afraid to haggle
1:09 Don't be afraid of soldiers
1:54 Don't dress inappropriately
2:25 Don't talk about religion
2:56 Don't get scammed
3:40 Always tip
4:10 Memorial days
5:26 Don't use UBER (use Gett Taxi)
5:48 Stay on the path!
6:34 Respect their religion

Music:

additional footage thanks to The Israel Project

a movie by Cal McKinley

[Nicolay]

Never leave your luggage unattended because then you'll see it surrounded by a swat team and a robot.

[hyperhype]

Number 7 isnt correct. There is A Memorial day for the fallen soldiers and a Memorial day for the holocaust.

[maytarzahor]

A little correction: it's common to give 10% and 15% if the service was outstanding in restaurants. About the memorial days, there are Yom HaShoha (Holocaust Rememberence Day) and Yom Hazikaron ( Rememberence Day for the fallen of war and terrorism). The Independence Day is a celebration day

[raymesquite]

What surprised and confused me most were the Sabbath elevators. It's considered work if you push the buttons in an elevator on a sabbath day. So some buildings have a sabbath elevator that opens and closes for you, taking you one floor at a time without you touching the buttons.

[michaldray]

This ain’t a vid about Israel it’s a video about Jerusalem

[maorshitrit]

Be careful with 4:35 there are also rocket sirens that sound alike if you see peoples running, run. If you see peoples standing, stand

[salem]

If you decide traveling to Israel I recommend going to the less known places and not only the big citys. I know from experience that you'll have more fun going to places that are with nature. Anywhere that's kakal is totally safe to go to

[banto]

Tipping at a sit-down restaurant with a waiter is pretty common (15%), but not mandatory. Tipping everywhere else (doorman, package delivery, even taxis) is a lot rarer, but they won't refuse it if you do tip.

[DartLuke]

Actualy number one rule should be drink enough water

[SharnjitRaj-nfvz]

Mr narrator you are so sweet, thanks for kind information

[slothdance]

Yes! Always hire a guide. Let me know if you need one. Those 2 years are brutal but worth it to be a tour guide.

[rubenhayk]

12.dont run towards IDF to show your new knife

[who]

Yes, I will make sure not to be a blonde sniper girl in a cornfield, thanks for the advice

[shkl]

I'm from Israel and watched this cuz I was bored and wanted a laugh but this video is around 90% accurate and well informative

[fairlinda]

Thank you Cal for such a wonderful video. Your love for Israel and respect for the people shines through. I will be travelling there again this autumn and your words will carry me across there from the UK.

[gbonfil]

using taxies in Israel is not RECOMMENDED at all. super expensive; better to use buses or trains.
in Tel Aviv, you can dress as sleaziest as you want

[noamrotstain]

You forgot to mention Shabbat and holidays. Yom Kippur the whole country is closed and fasting. Shabbat the whole country is resting, matters where you are.

[winnifredforbes]

I have always had a fascination for Israel! Past life memories?!😱😇🇨🇦

[abiticus_]

Great video, keep up the amazing work!!

[franklynarnevet]

On tipping: There is _no_ tipping at Lod (the airport), even for wheelchair pushers. (Ditto Spain.) Be patient, "sav-la-nute" -- you'll get through lines faster. Know how to say "please" (ba-va-ka-sha) and "thank you" (toe-dah) in Hebrew. Please & thank you ALWAYS make life better every place you will go in the world.