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ISRAEL MAY 2006
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| What a fabulous country. We experienced so much in such a short space of time. Pia, Yiftach, Emma and Daniel all live in a Kibbutz called Kfar Blum. It is in the north of Israel near the Lebanese and Syrian borders and a short drive from the Golan Heights. We flew into Tel Aviv where after some challenges with immigration we were met by Yiftach who had driven down to pick us up. Israel is truly a country of contrast. The south is mostly desert but the further north you get it becomes more and more of a green oasis. Driving through the country is like a tour through the bible, with so many familiar places....Jericho, Jeusalem, Bethlehem, and the Sea of Galilee to name a few. We spent 5 days at the Kibbutz where we received just amazing hospitality from Pia, Yiftach and all of Yiftach's family. We were made to feel so welcome, I am sure that it won't be long before we return. After trips into the Golan Heights, The Sea of Galilee and an amazing spa we headed south to the Dead Sea. Words cannot describe how strange it is to float in the water. Absolutely amazing! We had a barbecue on the banks of the Dead Sea before watching the sun go down. For fear of ridicule, I won't mention my encounter with a jackal nor will I mention my sleepless night in the birdhouse. On our last day we drove into Jerusalem. We went into the walled city and walked around Rue De La Rosa and the wailing wall. Another unforgetable experience. Then it was time to head for the airport and the trip home. Again I faced some minor challenges with immigration as the girl wouldn't believe that I was the fat guy in the picture on my passport. She asked for further I.D. and all I had was my American drivers license. Not much use either. Fortunately Yiftach managed to persuade her that it was me and we flew home. Thanks again to Pia, Yiftach, Emma, Daniel and all of Yiftach's family and friends for an unforgettable trip. We will be back! |