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Old Mar 20, 2011 | 1:53 am
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dand99
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I disagree.

I have driven all over the world and Israeli drivers do not "drive like maniancs". They are probably ruder and less considerate, but driving here is no more dangerous than on any other western road system. Road and highway signage (with questionable spelling) is usually quite good.

Route 90 - yes, incidents have been few and far between but I myself would avoid driving along the sections next to the PA if you can avoid it. It's like flying on Royal Air Nepal - odds are nothing will happen, but avoid if possible.

There are no good road guides in English that I am aware of, beyond google maps - you might consider a good GPS.

D.

Originally Posted by $1500forGLD
It's dangerous to the extent that any other

Israeli highway is dangerous because Israelis drive like maniacs. Not sure what stories you've heard. You're in Israeli controlled territory the whole time (though you get very close to Jericho, which is PA controlled, albeit an interesting destination itself) and will go through a couple checkpoints.

Road guide, as in directions/navigation? Nothing beats Google Maps. If you won't have mobile data service to get Google maps on your phone, print out some directions before you leave, or print them out at your hotels. And if all else fails, do like the Israelis: pull over and shout out to someone to ask for directions, and before you know it, 6 people will be in front of your car arguing with each other about whose directions are correct.

PS here are some tips on Israeli driving: http://howtobeisraeli.blogspot.com/2...li-driver.html
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