Aliyah can feel overwhelming. Luckily, social media helps bridge the gap between the idea and the reality with official guidance, personal stories and visual inspiration. These accounts offer encouragement, information and a sense that you aren’t doing this alone.
@misrad_aliyah is the official English Instagram account of the Ministry of Aliyah and Integration. It’s aimed at people actively considering aliyah and those already in the process. The account features practical tips for life in Israel, footage of olim arriving, Israeli recipes and updates about aliyah-related events. You can also find them on Facebook.
The Jerusalem Municipality Aliyah Department runs accounts on Instagram and Facebook. Their content focuses on neighborhoods, cultural life and everyday experiences in the city, alongside personal stories of olim who have chosen Jerusalem as their home. It is especially helpful for readers trying to imagine what daily life in the capital might look like.
Follow Nefesh B’Nefesh on Facebook or Instagram to see the work of the organization that facilitates aliyah from North America. Their social media highlights olim of different ages, religious backgrounds and professions, showcasing the wide range of communities, careers and integration paths available. These accounts are energetic, optimistic and deeply motivating.
If your aliyah dreams are fueled by good food, @israel.foodies is a must-follow on Instagram. With reviews of kosher restaurants, striking food photography and sweeping Israeli views, it offers a delicious reminder of what life in Israel can taste like.
The stunning photography of The Real Jerusalem Streets will have you longing to jump on a plane and move right away. The images alone can spark serious FOMO, but the page also shares updates about events, conferences, politics and the realities of a constantly evolving city, with a bit of weather and food mixed in.
Olim Advisors focuses on the practical side of the move. Their Facebook and Instagram accounts cover mortgages, choosing schools, deciding what to ship, grocery shopping in Israel and many other details that quickly become real once aliyah shifts from dream to plan.
Finally, personal stories remain some of the most powerful sources of inspiration. Instagram accounts like @joshbroide, @goldadaphna, @daliamakesaliyah, @diaryofanolahchadasha and @thisisraelife share honest, human snapshots of aliyah in progress. Their posts capture the excitement, confusion, growth and small victories that define the journey, often in ways that feel deeply relatable.
Whether you are drawn in by official guidance, vibrant city life, practical advice or personal storytelling, all of these accounts offer a window into a shared journey.
