Israel - Culture Smart!

Providing information not found in standard guides about daily interactions, cultural dos and don'ts, etiquette, and the ways business is conducted, Culture Smart! Israel marks the nation's 70th year of independence in a concise cultural guide. This book enables readers to get to the heart of this diverse, dynamic, and paradoxical country, helping you make the most of your visit.

Independent since 1948, this edition provides important insights into the complexities of Israeli society. You'll know what to expect and how to behave in different circumstances, avoid misunderstandings, and form good relations both socially and in business.

While Israel is a modern and largely secular country, it is steeped in biblical history where religion still plays an active role in public life. In seventy years, it has grown from a sparsely populated strip of land into a vigorous democracy and regional superpower.

Often called the Startup Nation, Israel is a world leader in a number of high-tech industries. Its democratic institutions, despite a political and social polarisation in recent years, are among the most enlightened in the world.

This pocket guide will help readers understand the country and its people beyond the headlines, ensuring a greater understanding and a far more valuable travelling experience, whatever the reason for visiting.