Where Can I Go to Look for an Apartment?
Hi DraftIDF, I was wondering where I can look, either physically or online, for an apartment. Can you point me in the right direction? Thanks! ~Noah Hi Noah! Before you start looking for an [...]
Where Can I Go for the Weekend?
We’re either running out of blog post ideas or you’ve probably hit rock bottom, if you’re looking here for ideas of places to go over the weekend. Whatever the case, we have some ideas to share, [...]
What Are My Options for the Chaggim (holidays)?
When the chagim roll around you might want to take advantage of the numerous opportunities all over Israel during these special times of year. If you’re able to get off base for chaggim, [...]
Talking to Commanders and Getting What You Want
It is very important to know how to approach and speak to your commander about your rights as lone soldiers. Many commanders are not aware of lone soldier rights and unless you approach him/her [...]
Have the right mindset. Be a good friend. Be a leader.
Have the right mindset. Your mindset and mentality set the tone for your service – it makes your service easier and more successful. Be in the army to give and serve. Don’t be a lawyer who [...]
Devote yourself to learning the Hebrew language.
Learn as much Hebrew as possible – you won’t understand the jokes, make friends, be a leader or understand the culture and have fun without Hebrew. Strive to make friends that do not speak [...]