What to Bring
In order to make your year in Israel more enjoyable, here is a
list of suggested items that you might want to consider bringing.
Books:
We recommend you buy your sefarim only after you arrive in Israel.
After you have decided which shiurim you will attend, we invite
a discount sefarim seller to SFW. In addition to a large variety
of sefarim, they also bring the necessary books for your classes.
The sellers are English-speaking and have a nice selection of
translations as well. After the sale, they also deliver to SFW
any sefer that you order. If you are still interested in bringing
sefarim to Israel, we recommend the "basics" :siddur, tanach,
Chumash with Rashi and a Mishna Brura.
Clothing:
1) The key to dressing in Israel is simplicity. Dress in Israel
is very casual, even on Shabbat and at smachot (you can leave
the fancy suits home) A nice skirt and blouse is always appropriate.
2) Since mornings and evenings tend to be cooler than afternoons,
layering is an important part of your Israeli wardrobe.
3) Dry cleaning is expensive and hard to get to. When packing,
think wash and wear.
4) Storage space is limited in your suitcase and room. Pack
wisely.
5) Of course, all clothing should conform to the laws of tzniut.
Shoes: You will be doing a lot of walking in
addition to hiking. Leave the heels behind. Bring comfortable walking
shoes, sneakers and sensible sandals. Closed toed shoes are a must
for hikes. (Don't forget non-leather shoes for Yom Kippur and rain
boots.)
Toiletries: In Israel today you can purchase
all of your favorite brands from Colgate toothpaste to Pantene
shampoo. There is therefore no need to fill the suitcase with a
year's worth of shampoo, which takes up a lot of room and runs
the risk of opening and spilling all over your suitcase.
Linen: Pillow, heavy and light blankets, 3
sheets and 3 pillowcases, quilt cover, and towels.
Miscellaneous:
- Winter coat (water repellent with a hood)
- Warm sweatshirts
- Hat for hikes
- Swimsuit
- Siddur/Machzor
- Hangers/Skirt hangers
- Boots for warmth
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