January 14, 2011
Michael Lucas Leads Second Israel Tour
Robert Doyle READ TIME: 2 MIN.
NEW YORK - Michael Lucas recently announced that he'll be leading a second tour of Israel in May 2011, pairing with one of Israel's top travel agencies for a 9- or 12-day tour.
"I was told before I went to Israel that it is more than just a gay tourist destination, it's a place that will change you," said Moiz Everett, a traveler on last year's Tour of Israel. "And the nation came through. It was a beautiful and powerful experience. The people, food, sights, culture and history will all leave you astounded."
Ofakim Travel & Tours is one of Israel's premier travel agencies - and Lucas's successful 2010 tour of Israel was a testament to the virtues of working with a strong local presence.
"There was such a great demand after last year's successful tour that I am incredibly excited to spend time with a new group of travelers," said Michael Lucas. "The feedback from each participant was overwhelming."
"Some of the most asked questions I get about the tour are: is it a sex tour and what is the age range of travelers. It is not a sex tour at all, it's an amazing way to visit the country and see all of the insider spots and secrets most people miss out on, and yes, you have your own free time at leisure to explore the stunning men here," says Lucas. "The age range from last year's tour was very diversified from 25-65 years old. Everyone is welcomed and, of course, we are looking forward to both younger and older participants."
There are two options: a 9-day tour, and a 12-day extended option, both departing on May 11, 2011. Trip packages and prices start at $2,755.
"I assure you this will be the trip of a lifetime," says Lucas, "and I will be honored to experience it right alongside you. However, we only have room for a small group of no more than 20 travelers. Otherwise, the trip would become too much of a 'pilgrimage', and that would be far too hectic! It is always best to travel in an intimate group. This is why you must book your reservation in advance!"
For a complete price list, itinerary and video of last year's tour please visit:
"I had a remarkable time," said last year's traveler Jacob Stallman. "There was a great group bond and we had amazing evenings chatting by the sea and having dinners. This was a unique experience and the people in Israel are so friendly and easy to meet and talk to and it was so great that everyone spoke English."
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VIDEO LINK: Michael Lucas's Israel
Long-term New Yorkers, Mark and Robert have also lived in San Francisco, Boston, Provincetown, D.C., Miami Beach and the south of France. The recipient of fellowships at MacDowell, Yaddo, and Blue Mountain Center, Mark is a PhD in American history and literature, as well as the author of the novels Wolfchild and My Hawaiian Penthouse. Robert is the producer of the documentary We Are All Children of God. Their work has appeared in numerous publications, as well as at : www.mrny.com.
