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Tourists can go from Israel’s holy sites through to experiencing floating in the Dead Sea, skiing, Tel Aviv, wineries, bars, hiking, the desert, the beaches, Masada and so much more; Israeli Judoka Olympic bronze medalist Yarden Gerbi auctioned her signed Olympic uniform nametag, and much more. 

By: Michael Ordman

CULTURE, ENTERTAINMENT & SPORT

How amazing is Israel

In under 3 mins, this video shows how easy tourists can go from Israel’s holy sites through to experiencing floating in the Dead Sea, skiing, Tel Aviv, wineries, clubs, bars, hiking, the desert, the beaches, Masada, the people and of course the food. And it’s so safe.

Judo Olympic medalist raises $50,000 for charity

Israeli Judoka Olympic bronze medalist Yarden Gerbi auctioned her signed Olympic uniform nametag and raised 196,000 shekels (over $50,000) to support children suffering from cancer at the Dana Children’s Hospital in Tel Aviv.
http://israelseen.com/2016/09/01/israeli-judoka-yarden-gerbi-raises-50000-for-children-cancer-wing/
http://www.jpost.com/Israel-News/Sports/Gerbi-basks-in-bronze-glow-of-glory-463752

One of the best dressed Olympic teams

They didn’t win a medal for it, but the outfits of Israel’s Olympic team were impressive. Their stylish blue-and-white athletic jackets were a real hit.
http://www.algemeiner.com/2016/08/08/israels-olympic-athletes-rank-second-best-dressed-after-mongolia-by-usa-today-list/#

http://ftw.usatoday.com/2016/08/17-best-parade-of-nations-outfits-from-the-opening-ceremony

 

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