There are no vaccinations or immunizations requirements for Israel. Most Israeli sockets are three-pronged, but many of them can accommodate other varieties. Most luxury hotels provide hair-dryers and all hotels have sockets for U.S. shavers. Most other appliances require a converter or transformer that can be purchased at any hardware store in Israel. Dress is casual by day, but dressier wear may be necessary at some restaurants and night spots in the evening.
Conservative dress is needed for religious sites.
Dogs or cats accompanying visitors must be over four months old and bear a valid official veterinary health certificate from the country of origin certifying the animal is free of disease. To direct dial home from Israel, dial 001- , then the area code and then the rest of the number. Public telephones are either operated with tokens or magnetic cards, which are available at post offices, hotel gift shops and lobbies, automatic vending machines and private vendors. It is customary to tip hotel personnel, guides and drivers. Service charges are often included in tour packages.