Margo Gillamn, Bar Mitzvah Tour

"We arrived in Israel at a time of great unrest yet while we were there our guide made us feel very comfortable.... Rachel (Dan Tours Israel), was only a phone call away if anyone wanted to check on their extended stay and she worked all hours of the day to make sure we were comfortable.

Thank you for the wonderful trip that you organized for myself and my family. It was certainly a memorable trip...The tour provided many surprises...I know that I have developed many friendships and memories through this tour that will last a lifetime. Thank you, for making my son's dream of having his Bar Mitzvah in Israel become a reality."

Michael Diamond, Bar Mitzvah Tour:

"We are still glowing from the fabulous trip you provided us in Israel...you exceeded our expectations in all respects...offering even more than the exciting itinerary you promised us.

As far as safety was concerned, I suspect we were safer than most of our friends in the Caribbean. We at no time felt uncomfortable or unsafe, and in fact we were more comfortable allowing our kids to roam in Israel than in most parts of Toronto. And being part of such a small group of tourists in Israel certainly had its benefits - no lines, access to all services as needed, better value...in some respects this was the best time to go!

We did learn something dramatic about our media-there was a small demonstration of a few people near the Western Wall - Israelis demonstrating against giving up the Temple Mount - perhaps 20 people, and one of those people got through the soldiers and was apprehended. A small incident, lasting a couple of seconds. We later saw the account on CNN, which left the impression that this little event had been a major altercation over a lengthy period of time with large numbers of people. It is not that they said that - but that was the impression one was left with - an impression that was entirely false! The media creates stories that need to sell, to attract and maintain attention, and in doing so they stretch the truth and manipulate our minds, perhaps intentionally."

The Feldmans, Bar Mitzvah Tour:

"The trip can best be described as perfect - we don't use the word lightly and it extends to all facets of the tour including our guide, bus driver, accommodations, food and, most certainly, the itinerary. It ranks as our best and most memorable family vacation.

The trip, however, was bittersweet with the knowledge that so many are refraining from traveling to Israel during the current "crisis" and the country is suffering the inevitable economic and emotional consequences. For those who are letting the political situation stop them, we can only say that not once in two weeks did we ever feel threatened or in danger. We hope others put their concerns in perspective and support the Jewish homeland during this difficult time. As was sagely observed, Israel has been encountering difficult times since 1948."


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