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October 3rd 2006

Published: October 16th 2006

wow Israel is something else. I don't think I've ever been to a place where everywhere you go has got so much history and the people are so well schooled about it. I'm glad the war with Lebanon has come to an end and life is back to normal for most, because I've met some amazing people and been showed around places that a month ago I wouldn't have had the opportunity to do. The people here are rea... Read Full Entry

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Russell Brown

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I'm russ, I'm from New Zealand and have developed a love for travelling over the last couple of years. It was the best descision of my life for sure, breaking the routine and heading off to explore the globe, and I would highly recommend getting out there and having a close up look and anything that you've read about or heard about that intrests you, because if it looks cool on TV, I can garuntee you that it'll be even cooler when you are there amoungst it. And if you're stuggling for ideas about where to start, I'd highly recommend buying a oneway ticket to South America and the rest will ta... full info

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wierd rock formations

all the rage

these shoes are such a hit in Israel right now, and I got to try some out cos Erez reckoned my flip flops weren't going to hold up. looks aside - they're pretty good

the white spindel flower

I think thats what it's called, but it means that winter's coming here in Israel. and some people say that Moses used it to decide the borders of the promised land a few thousand years ago.

Doh!!

then Erez smashed the front end supension out of his jeep showing off to me how he could jump these huge pot-holes in the road... it was pretty funny although not at the same time. we both smashed our heads on the windscreen(no seatbelts in Jeeps), then had to get his buddies to come help us nurse it to the main road where a tow truck could come and take it away.

worked out sweet though

five hours and a bit of dramma later we were tucking into a big feed back at Erez's friend Shaked's place and life was good again. we hadn't eaten all day, so the food tasted reeeeal good.

me and Shaked

at his place in a Mushav, overlooking the Sea of Galilee

south end of the Sea of Galilee

they call it the "Kineret", which in Hebrew means Violin shape. also this is the place where Jesus walked on water

misty view

it was a shame there was big mist over the Sea of Galilee becuase we couldn't really see much.

so we went to a vineyard instead

and got to try some quality Golan wine

abandoned Israeli watch point

we went up here for a look over Jordan and Syria - pretty cool

Border fence - looking over the Jordan Valley

Cattle grazing in the Golan Heights

the Jordan river

sunset swim in the Sea of Galilee

it's more of a lake really, but that wouldn't sound as good. I couldn't believe how warm the water was

back at the Kibutz

there's a national holiday called Yom Kippur, where all the Jewish people fast for a whole day and right all the wrongs they've done over the past year. this was the meal we all had at Tomos place, before sundown and the start of the fast.

Eliah and Tsahi provided the entertainment

Kibutz Neve Yam

me with Erez and Micky

my last night before heading to Jerusalem. hopefully see you guys again soon - come to NZ!!!

16th October 2006

erez
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hey man good to see the pictures and to see that you realy liked our country which you saw just a small part of it we realy hope to see you again and take you on tours with us because there are not many backpackers in israel like you most people come here for other things and they dont realy get the trues about this country which is amazing . keep havung a good time and take care the jeep is ruined and i dont even know if im going to fix it now because i dont have a lot of money so dont forget to put yout sit belt next time ( if you have one in the car...) adios amigo

16th October 2006

jorge
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amazing
wow man, really cool place, i think israel is fascinating and magical.. i would like fly there.. take care weon.. jajajaj see you

16th October 2006

Leahpi
Leah Schneier

welcome to Israel
hey, nice to see someone unafraid to travel to israel! most people don't realize how great a country it is because of how it is reported on the news all the time. I'm american, but have been in Israel for over 3 months now. How long are you in Israel for? Well, enjoy your travels!

16th October 2006

Micky
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Your always welcome brother
Russel, Thanks for your beautifull comments on Israel (The best address in the middle east) We were very fortunate to have you with us and Im am very impressed that you Fasted on Yom Kippur !!!! I hope you have more amazing travels and more amazing experiences!!! Your always welcome here my freind!!!!!!!!!

6th November 2006

dukes
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duuuude
good times big luss.....can't wait till barrier at new years. bro....those chicks would own you all day long....shizzer!

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