Making Aliyah to Israel can be a very challenging process. The following list of Aliyah blogs can help soften your landing. Getting the right Aliyah resources can literally save you hundreds of hours of frustration and thousands of dollars. Learn from the pros on how to do it right and what to do when things go wrong.
- A Mother In Israel
As they say, “Mother knows best”. This blog features an informed Mom who shares her experiences in dealing with the important issues on the minds of new and potential Olim. Her site is well organized and features helpful posts in four categories: Parenting, Education, Household Management and Cultural Adjustment. This site offers answers and insight into the day-to-day issues that Olim face as new immigrants. http://www.amotherinisrael.com/information-olim-immigrants - NBN Blogger Network
Looking for a complete Aliyah resource? Nefesh N’Nefesh is THE #1 destination. This blog features a great variety of posts that will help you learn from those who made Aliyah before you. We found this site to be invaluable in providing essential information on the key questions surrounding Aliyah such as careers, army service, housing, communities, schools and more. http://www.nbn.org.il/aliyah-inspiration/nbn-blogger-network/ - Welcoming Olim
This blog is dedicated to making your Aliyah to Israel warm and welcoming. With a strong belief that it is not enough to just “survive” here, the authors turn their attention to what is needed for Olim to feel welcome and to succeed in Israel. They even offer free Aliyah coaching and mentoring. http://welcomingolim.blogspot.co.il/ - Kosher Frugal
We all know that living in Israel is expensive and that the products we are used to buying in the old country are more expensive here. This site contains a wealth of information and creative ideas on how to save on your grocery bills as well as other expenses. You will also find some great links to coupons. http://www.kosherfrugal.com/ - Good News From Israel
This blog is a fun destination for Israeli trivia and ideas for new Olim. Categories include: Aliyah Centers, Appliances, Housing, Jobs, Learning Hebrew, Olim Organizations, Shippers / Movers and more. http://jrichman.blogspot.co.il/ and http://www.jr.co.il/aliyah/index.html - Aliyah on Purpose
This blog shares the adventures of life in Israel and is a good source for comedy relief from some of the common frustrations that new Olim experience. http://aliyahonpurpose.blogspot.co.il/ - Bat Aliyah
This blog’s author features uplifting spiritual posts that help keep your Aliyah idealism in focus when you need a good dose of Aliyah inspiration. http://bataliyah.blogspot.co.il/ - Aliyah Survivor Blog
While the process of moving to Israel, dealing with bureaucracy, learning Hebrew, becoming absorbed into a new culture and the many other steps can be difficult, they can also be comical. This author shares his humorous stories about living in Israel. https://aliyahsurvivalblog.com/ - Adventures in Aliyah Land
Olim can get weekly Aliyah tips here or can check out what’s new and cool in the Holy Land. The author has some great tips on how to find the right support groups so that you can make friends here in Israel. http://blog.aliyahland.com/
Remember that you are not alone here and that there are many people and community organizations that want to help. Don’t be a stranger! Network and connect with veteran Olim and you will be amazed by how much smoother your Aliyah can be.
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