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Lack of politeness and formality may be true, but I love the Israeli way of being straight and open, a special kind of friendliness. I just met great people there!!

I'm a Christian, but have been privileged to take part in many Shabbat dinners in the US and in Israel. It's such a wonderful time.

"Socialism is a luxury that only the rich can afford" LOL! And so true...

Even for me as a german israelis seem to be rough 😀 I like it and I think it shows self-confidence and honesty. I prefer honesty to false politeness. Peace and love to Israel 💙🤍

"I'm not saying that Israel has nuclear weapons, I'm just saying that if it has ..." That my friend is the most Israeli thing of all 😂

Great video! When you talked about the kibbutz, you pointed out something very important, " Socialism is a privilege only the rich can afford." So true. Wonderful video.

I really love Israel. Shalom from India.

My parents are turkish and they come from the countryside and When I used to visit my grandma she cooked « sehriye » which is very similar to osem pasta ! When i visited Israel i was so surprised by the similarities between the two cultures !

Very interesting to see some of your videos. I’m Indian but have lived in Dubai most of my life. Israel has always seemed as a country on the other side of the curtain. Having only heard good things from travelers I’d love to visit one day.

I enjoyed your videos, My wife and l have been to Israel twice a few years apart and totally recommend it to everybody. The people are just as you described, they are not afraid of speaking their mind. From Tel Dan to Elat and all points in between Israel is a beautiful and amazing place to see history come alive. I will say driving in the bigger cities is not for the faint of heart though.

I like the way how how you describe Israelis behaviour with you as an example which is unintended or your not conscious of. Your genuine attribute makes the human factor of Israel truly genuine and original.

going in 5 days for first time to Israel. so excited can't wait. beautiful country and biblical history, shalom from Holland. P.S. love your videos

I enjoy your videos very much. Your dry sense of humour is awesome. Thanks for educating us about your culture.

I love #6, I'm naturally shy and reserved, Israeli's natural warm and direct style is disarming and very fun.

OMG, Oren, you totally cracked me up with your comments about Shabbat dinner and Shimon Peres! I was literally howling with laughter with the “What if you don’t like them? Too bad, you have to go see them anyways, that’s how it is”! I actually had to stop the video until I quit laughing. And Peres had to be born at least 500 years ago! All with a totally straight face! 😂😂😂

Loved seeing the IDF everywhere, felt very safe as I traveled with sis to meet our tour group.

Love how the host says," What if you dont like your wife's parents?. Well, you cant do anything. Thats how it is" 😁😄hahahaa

Though Israel is doing quite well internationally in Judo and Rhythmic Gymnastics...

Simply amazing, as always. Thank you, Oren!

Oren, you are just the best guide EVER! Keep your passion high!

You are brutaly honest- but oh so right & well explained 😂

I just discovered your channel this afternoon very informative, thank you for your lessons on your culture. Be well

I was a Kibbutz Volunteer in 1982 & I liked it so much I went back in 1986. I was sad to hear about Arik Einstein, Sorry for your loss.

You are not only informative but funny, funny ,funny...love it🌞🇺🇸

Why could someone put thumbs down..just trolls....תודה💐good video!💕found you today.I am British lived in Israel and been many times,yes,got to stand in line!😂I learnt to be stronger when Israelis are so direct!

I burst out into laughter when you said, "the true Israeli food is Schnitzel in a pita". Fantastic video, just like all the other ones! Please do keep it up.

Great summary! Regards from Buenos Aires, Argentina

The family institution is extremely important. We must safeguard it.

Number one is the Israeli accent. This is beautifully demonstrated throughout the video. It's authentic

I could see your eyes watering with passion when certain names came up. Thank you for your knowledge. As I grow older I am understanding Israel more and more. What a beautiful idea. To stay home and sit and be with your family. Patience, tolerance, calm. love. North America could use a little Shabbat.

I have only been to Israel once, and I love it.

God bless Israel.

The Israelis are great friends.

One of the behaviors we noticed among the Israelis with whom we came into contact was a different understanding of queing. We’d stand in a line waiting for our turn to say wait to get on a bus or order food, and others got in the ahead of us making us have to wait longer. That’s considered unacceptable in polite U.S. society.

I was born as a muslim i don't believe in any religion now, but I like Israel for the progress and development they achieved. I think if Israeli and muslims can live together peacefully and if arab muslims understand the value of co-existence and the fact that it is the right of every human to live on this plant peacefully regardless of their religionn. It is those muslim extremists who created all this mess

You are a true Patriot! The world needs more like you Thank you

You truly are a Blessing. Thank you So much! 💜💯 John 3:16

Super video. Thanks again! Really enjoyed this. Keep doing your phenomenal videos!

THANK YOU.....THANK YOU.....THANK YOU....

Useful info with sense of humour , so good job! Regards from Catalonia

lol, I lived in Israel for 10 years, and he is right on, on everything he presented.

I just discovered your channel 2 days ago. Your videos are so straight forward & informative, no dilly-dallying & I love it. Will try to watch all. Now I've got to visit Israel. Shalom from Manila, Philippines. Mabuhay!

In love your honesty and sense of humor. Keep up the good work 👌👍

Absolutely love your stories.. am going to follow and check all of them and look forward to many more. Thank you so much for doing this.

I was a post-doctoral fellow at the Weizmann Institute of science for three years. Once a graduate student in our lab gave birth to a baby boy and a couple of days later there was the circumcision. She and her husband threw a big party and the whole lab was invited. And there I was sitting next to my boss and another graduate student, all three of us wearing the same uniform: blue T-Shirt, sand-coloured Shorts and Tewa sandals. I think this was my most Israeli moment ever and it sums up so many things about Israeli society. So maybe, you should add Tewa Sandals to your list. 😀

One comment about Hummus and Falaffel. You said that it is not an original Israeli food. But this is. In the book of Ruth written more than 3000 years ago Boaz eats Pitta with Hummus (טובל את פתו בחומץ - המילה חומוס במקור היא מהשורש ח.מ.צ בגלל שללא חומרים משמרים הוא מחמיץ מיד) long before the first Arab or the first Muslim came to the world. Aside from that your videos are very good and very authentic.

Such heart put into your stories.You are good people dude. Humble is pure.

Nice video! Thanks for the valuable information. Good to know.

I love your videos. 🙂 I was surprised you didn’t mention the Sabich but did mention the Shnitzel. I loved that you shared about Shabbat and I love that Israeli’s are very direct. If one doesn’t allow feelings to be hurt easily, being direct can create trust. I also love that you hike with coffee. Shalom!

I liked and subscribed. Thank you for sharing this 🥰👏

Thank you for your very informative videos. I love them! I visited Israel once and since then I'm getting ready for my next tour. Your videos are helping me a lot. Good insights! Shalom!

we need garenim (sunflower seeds) on this list asap

I don't care about sports, I like the music, especially the sephardi music in ladino. Thanks for sharing.

Very good presentation of important aspects of Israel and Israeli society. Excellent discussion of the importance of the kibbutz movement to Israel as it was built up, plus the explanation that the remaining kibbutzim that run still in a socialist way do so because they have become rich in the capitalist system!

Another wonderful tutorial by our best & favourite Israeli Guide! Shalom Aleichem. I must have a Jewish Heart because I just love this stuff so much !

Thoroughly enjoying all your videos, the tours, the history, the politics- all very interesting and well presented (even the bits I don’t necessarily agree with). I am very much looking forward to visiting Israel for the first time next month and feel your videos have given me some valuable insight and background to both the country and the culture. Next i on my list is to purchase your app, thanks 👍🏻

Fantastic Video Oren!!!

I would add fountains- "maayanot" that are built by private citizens usually, mostly in the golan, shomron and Jerusalem area. It is popular because the lack of lack and rivers, and in a hot summer day it could be packed with people picnicking around a tiny fountain

This is why I love Israel so much.

I love Israel. I practically grew up with the liberal Jewish people in Long Island, NY. Please keep up the good work.

Thank you for the information I will be visiting Israel in March 2020 cannot wait

I don't know your name but you do an excellent job of describing Israel and its culture. I first went as a volunteer in 1970, first to Kabri and then ulpan at Mishmar Ha'Emek. After that down to Eilat to earn money to get back home. Israel then you could hitchhike, a falafel was less than a shekel and Goldstar was the beer of choice . Nesher was cheaper and Maccabee was for the rich! I loved the country, all the various cultures, the wonderful hospitality of the Sephardim, the gruffness of the Ashkenazim. I also liked Arik Einstein - and Ariel Zilber's "Rutzi Shmulik"? Then there was HaBrerah HaTevaeet and Morrocan Wedding. There was an IDF comedy show with a character called "Corimli Helicoptair". I loved kibbutz life and totally agree about the Socialism thing. I was pretty sad when that came to an end. Spent another three years there later on, and had a few trips back since. As an Englishman I'd say you are a mighty fine tour guide and typical "tell it as it is" Israeli.. ps. I spent most of my time in the North and the South. I love the desert also. The areas behind Eilat and Wadi Qelt.

Oh. we made alya to the South with kibbuts program "Bait rishon" - kibbuts still is very special way of life and psychology I would say. Thank you

OK I had to subscribe if anyone watched your vids and how refreshing and your honesty is and how much fun to hear exactly what things are like there. I had no idea. Great info Thank you

Can't wait to visit Israel later this year and drink some good coffee!! We will be staying in Ginosar Kibbutz for 2 nights. Suppose it's an old kibbutz that was changed to a guesthouse? These videos are great!

Great video. Lots of interesting information.

Very interesting subjects.. I enjoy viewing your videos . Many thanks.

Greetings from India. Israel is a very fascinating country. Hope to visit some day!

I enjoy your videos. I see them as really helpful to me. I was in Israel 40 years ago, in Mefalsim and Afikim. It was an not so easy experience. Now Iam thinking about traveling again. Only for a short while. The way you make these videos awakes familiarity. And it nurtures a foundation to feel secure when traveling. It's abroad and so there is, a need for it. Thank you. I tried to get one of your books through your Amazon link. Amazon says they are not available at this time. The best.

Liked your video, have learned a lot from you about Israel. Would like to visit someday

Very interesting. Thanks.

Love this video!

I love Israel , I go there every year if I can ! I never get bored there ! Thank you for your videos

You’re awesome 😎 Thank you 🙏🏼

Love this ❤️video!!

Your videos are Aweaome! You really capture the Herat of Thai great country and you do it so well with great comparisons that are relatable! Kol HaKavod!

thank you Oren now I understand why my australia born Israeli husband loves his small burner camping stove & his family loves camping lol

Toda Raba nice video

I would definitely add Zohar Argov and Eyal Golan, the greatest Mizrahi (Middle Eastern style music in Hebrew - the most popular genre in Israel) singers of the country, and "Hafla", kind of a karaoke-party, where they sing Mizrahi songs (often while barbequing or eating other food and smoking hookah). the Hafla is usually taking place in private yards.

This is what I like! I want to really know Eretz Israel, her back roads, out of the way beauty spots, the garbage dumps, the ordinary, everyday life of the ordinary, everyday Israeli people.

Hi. I love all your videos!

Amazings vídeos .Greetings from BRASIL

Thank you so much for finding common ground and yet maintaining your own integrity with your faith and identity as a Jew. Great work.

Great video!

Thank you for your excellent videos, so informative. I'm now looking forward to my visit in September even more.

Amazing interesting🎉

Excellent! Regards from Serbia👍👍👍👏👏👏

I’d say you left out tomatoes, hard boiled eggs, cheese, black break, and cans of sardines. This seemed to be the main food I ate every time I went on a hike and had a some kind of communal lunch. Very tasty.

Thank you So Much For Your Videos...

The issue about Personal space and lack of distance in Israeli society has to do with the deeply rooted paradigm of Israel, that we are all a big family, You don't have distance with your brothers or Uncle but the opposite side of the coin is you fall always will be 10 people trying to help you, people will not try to con you.

Great video. Shimon Peres was far too left for me but he certainly had a very accomplished life.

We have Matkot in Rio de Janeiro too! It is called “frescobol” or something like “freshball”, please don’t ask me to make sense of this name, as we Brazilians are not strong in making sense...

Plus schwarma (lamb cut from a rotating spike) , pitta, chips and choice of a dozen different salads eaten outside in the town square, all for such a modest cost. This is where the families go for a treat. If only the rest of the world would copy this !

Thank you for sharing!

~10:55 :Thank you so much for the good laugh about Shimon Peres. I miss him very much these days.

Thank you.

Lovely camping , enjoy every moment of life,

Really genuine and nice guy

Greetings from Holland🇳🇱 Israel is a very fascinating country. Hope to visit someday👍