Some Christian pilgrims stay at hospices run by various churches. Your travel agent or the Israel Tourism Office can help you choose the right form of accommodation to match your taste and budget. Travelling Within Israel Israel has a highly developed transport system. Freeways link the major cities and the overall standard of main roads throughout the country is high. Independent travellers who choose to rent a vehicle will find travel within Israel quite simple.
Road signs are in Hebrew, English and Arabic.
If you wish to rent a car you will require a valid Australian or New Zealand license and be over the age of 21. In Israel people drive on the right hand side of the road. This and the sometimes aggressive drivers in the city may tak some getting used to. Public transport in Israel is efficient, inexpensive, clean and frequent. The national bus line, Egged provides a comprehensive service throughout the country.