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Common scams in Israel and how to avoid them

Started by BayAreaBob · 8 Mar 2026 · 334 views

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BayAreaBob member
#1
8 Mar 2026 at 21:15
Safety update for Israel based on recent experience and community reports:

General Safety Level: Low risk if you stick to known areas.

Common Risks:
- Drink spiking at bars — watch your drinks
- Phone snatching — keep it in your front pocket
- Bait and switch — verify photos before paying

Areas to Avoid:
Avoid the area around the bus station at night.

Police Situation:
Corruption exists but tourists rarely targeted.

Stay safe out there.

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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MelbourneMarc member
#2
10 Mar 2026 at 09:15
Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.

Melbourne, Australia | 23 countries visited

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AustinAlex member
#3
11 Mar 2026 at 00:15
Quick question — how was the ATM situation?

Austin Alex — Austin, TX

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FKKNovice member
#4
11 Mar 2026 at 21:15
Did you use freelancers or find girls at the hotel?
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MidwestMark member
#5
12 Mar 2026 at 13:15
Adding my experience: scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more online activity.
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KiwiKen member
#6
13 Mar 2026 at 11:15
I was there in last month and prices were great value. Spent about $50/day all-in.

My tip: avoid weekends.

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page."

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SoCalSurfer member
#7
14 Mar 2026 at 00:15
Did you use freelancers or find girls at the hotel?

San Diego, CA | Member since 2024

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OzzieTravels member
#8
14 Mar 2026 at 23:15
Great report, thanks for sharing. Had a similar experience there last month.

Ozzie Travels — Sydney, Australia

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AustinAlex member
#9
16 Mar 2026 at 13:15
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Solid destination.

Austin Alex — Austin, TX

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WanderlustCarl member
#10
16 Mar 2026 at 23:15
Adding my experience: scene has improved since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Wanderlust Carl

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NashvilleNate member
#11
18 Mar 2026 at 04:15
Word of caution — do not carry too much cash. Other than that, great destination.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Nashville, TN

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ScottishSteve member
#12
18 Mar 2026 at 20:15
Different experience for me. Prices were higher when I went.
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OrlandoOscar member
#13
18 Mar 2026 at 22:15
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.

Do your research, respect the locals, stay safe. — Orlando Oscar

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EdinburghEd member
#14
20 Mar 2026 at 04:15
First time was a learning experience. Second time was much better. Experience makes all the difference.
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SeattleSam member
#15
21 Mar 2026 at 17:15
Agreed on all points. Make sure to book hotels in advance.
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JerseyJim member
#16
23 Mar 2026 at 14:15
What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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SunshineSteve member
#17
25 Mar 2026 at 03:15
This matches my experience. Israel is underrated.

"Travel is fatal to prejudice." — Miami, FL

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SoCalSurfer member
#18
25 Mar 2026 at 08:47
Did you use dating apps or find girls at bars?

San Diego, CA | Member since 2024

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AustinAlex member
#19
25 Mar 2026 at 13:47
Can confirm. Was there recently and everything checks out.

Austin Alex — Austin, TX

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DCExplorer member
#20
25 Mar 2026 at 18:15
Agreed on all points. Make sure to book hotels in advance.
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