@circlespainter
Italian expat in Switzerland
Forum
12 posts
Contacts
7
About me
Italian
Lives in Canton of Zurich
Speaks Italiano, English, Français, Hebrew
Registration: 02 August 2016
Activity
The jobs that are the most in-demand for expats in Israel by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share some information regarding the job market for expats in Israel. This information will be incredibly helpful to anyone considering moving there, so we're very grateful for your contribution. What are the types of ...
Hi, I'd say that especially technical, scientific and medical professions are always in high demand in Israel and there is a high-level education in those topics so at the same time expect strong competition. Salaries for qualified professionals ... Read More
Interesting customs and traditions in Israel by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Living outside of our home country requires us to adapt to a new culture and different traditions. What are some of the cultural specifics in Israel? What are some of the traditional beliefs and cultural practices that you have ...
Hi, I'd say: 1. Communication style: Israelis (from every sector) talk loud, are not very polite, are very vocal on what they want, talk and dig a lot and sometimes can be even arrogant. On the other hand they love helping whoever is in real ... Read More
The best apps for expats in Israel by Priscilla
Hello, We invite you to share information regarding some of the apps that have helped to facilitate your move abroad in Israel. This will help expats-to-be who are making the move as well. Which apps did you use while preparing your move to ...
1. Google Translate (from/to Hebrew) 2. Waze (car navigation) 3. Google Maps (navigation by foot) 3. Moovit (public transportation) 4. Rakevet Israel (train) 5. Pikud HaOref (public emergencies) 6. Memrise / Duolingo (for Hebrew study) Of course ... Read More
Speaking Hebrew or Arabic in Israel by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking Hebrew or Arabic is essential for a successful integration in Israel. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Hebrew or Arabic? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one ...
Like learning2016 said, knowing the local language and culture (and they're intertwined) makes life much easier but of course it requires time, patience and motivation. Israel is a four-language country: Hebrew, Levantine Arabic, Russian and ... Read More
The holiday season in Israel by Priscilla
Hello everyone, Are you about to celebrate the holiday season in Israel? In many countries and cultures, the festive season is the time for happiness and reunions/gatherings. Is it so in Israel? How do Israelis celebrate this very special time of ...
Hi everybody, I'd like to tell a bit more about (what I learned of) the complexity and richness of Israeli society also for what concerns the Christian sector(s). First of all it's true that in Israel there's a Jewish majority (and ... Read More
Are you happy in Israel? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Israel? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in your ...
I live in Israel as a tourist with work visa and I'm happy. Am I crazy? :D Luckily I still haven't experienced war periods and I hope (for everybody) that they'll never come again. The geopolitical situation is not easy but I think ... Read More
New members of the Israel forum, introduce yourself here by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Israel forum? Dont know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
Hi all, glad to meet you and sorry for the delay! My name is Fabio and I'm an Italian/European citizen that has been living in north Israel for more or less one year and half, currently as a tourist with unlimited work visa. I moved to Israel ... Read More