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"collateral damage" is the term I would use to describe your (and catw's) contribution to this forum ......

There is no problem travelling in Israel alone - it is a very safe country and many tourists go around in public transport or rent a car....

Catw:...

If you dont' know the difference between a Niqab and a Burqa, here's a simple solution for you: don't post comments on this topic....

I would phone the number on that web page and book before you arrive. What will you do if the bus is full by the 5th ?

My first advice is to extend your trip beyond 5 days !!...

Here is the link for booking in advance: http://www.egged.co.il/Eng/main.asp?lngCategoryID=2771

I think you have to work on your spelling :-)

I agree: you should rent a car for such a short visit

The status of the Old City is "tricky" only because you have difficulty separating fact from fiction .....

And traffic can be snarled as you get closer to TA from Jerusalem...

Dude: Please go away ..... (by train, if you prefer) Lego: Take the sherut from Jerusalem and ignore any advice to the contrary.

Dude: and if Catw and I agree on something .... it must be 200% correct :-)

Dude:...

You have to be at the airport by 8AM if your flight is at 11 AM, which means Nesher will probably pick you up around 7 and you will not...