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Israel

Israel car rentals

Israel is a surprisingly lovely country for a vacation. American travelers like to visit Israel for its beaches, good weather, great food and for its age-old historical sites. Of course it also boasts some very important religious landmarks. Traveling around Israel is easiest when using car hire.

Highlights of Israel

Tel Aviv is the thriving commercial heart of Israel and is a lovely place to visit. The city is renowned for its stunning beaches, lively nightlife and has emerged not only as a cultural hub but also a fashionable city too. There are some nice parks to visit such as Hayarkon Park and Meir Park. Some of the best museums include the Tel Aviv Museum of Art and the Eretz Israel Museum.

The most famous attraction in Israel is Jerusalem and this easy to reach and explore when using car rental. Jerusalem is home to some of the world’s most significant historic sites and there are also some pleasant villages along the way that are still fairly traditional.

Weather in Israel

The climate is relatively mild and easy to adapt to at any time of year. However the mountainous areas can get very cold in the winter whereas Tel Aviv stays mild year-round because of its location on the Mediterranean Sea. The best time to visit for beachgoers is the summer, which lasts from May to September.

Driving

Like in the USA, Driving in Israel takes place on the right. However, Israeli drivers are often less patient that most American drivers and the roads can be fairly dangerous. American travelers can save via using a compare car hire search before heading out.