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TelAvivGayVibeFAQ

Is it dangerous to visit Israel?

Not at all! Israel is now one of the worldsmost progressive countries in terms of

equality for the GLBTQ community. We enjoy

growing visibility and acceptance. True, the

small Jewish state is surrounded by hostile

Arabs, and even inhabited by some, but we

made sure you will not encounter them. They

are imprisoned in their cities and villages bymeans of state-of-the-art security systems,

such the Separation Wall and numerous

military checkpoints.Furthermore, thousands

of sexy, armed soldiers patrol the streets of

Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, so that you could feel

safe, as well as aroused, at all times.

Fun facts and answers to frequently asked questions dispelling common

stereotypes about Israel. *

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What are the main tourists attractions?

How to best enjoy Tel Aviv and its LGBT vibrant night life?

Tel Aviv is designed to offer everyone the ultimate

holiday experience. The key for this welcoming

atmosphere is the people. To ensure friendly and

easy going communication with the locals, avoid all

references to local politics, social-economic and cultural

topics. Earn their respect by exchanging experiences of

military service and discussing the increasing Muslim

threat across Europe. Attention! Avoid hazardous

misunderstandings with the security personnel and

patrons of night life, dining and shopping spots. Show

cultural sensibility by cultivating a credible white,

afluent and gender normative Identity. Under no

circumstances allow yourself to be, or be mistaken for

an Arab! Explain that LGBTQ Arabs DO NOT EXIST, and

therefore this must be an ill informed error. Failing to

do so may provoke a violent reaction.

*Disclaimer: This information only applies to white middle class male tourists. Israel is a modern western

country. As such, people of color, women, poor income, and people of counter- normative gender identities

may encounter verbal and physical abuse, and sexual harassment. If lucky enough to enter the gates of

Israel at the air-port, they still might be denied access to public and commercial spaces and services.

Israel: the cutting edge of high-tech development:

The main export of Israel is military technologies

and homeland security. Come and experience

Hands-on advanced civilians control and

surveillance by visiting shopping centers in theheart of Tel Aviv or see the gated settlements in

romantic Jaffa. Cruise down the spectacular Jewish-

only roads, take a walking tour around selected

sections of the Separation Wall (Bigger and

Better then Berlins and STILL STANDING!), or the

imposing sealed borders of Gaza. Have a leisurely

picnic by one of the numerous checkpoints, or at the

demolished Bedouin villages in the majestic Negevdesert. Directly upon arrival at the airport you

could admire the newly constructed and brightly

decorated incarceration center for children!

We are all about being FREE!For additional information we recommend: www.birthrightunplugged.org | http://www.alternativenews.orgPalestinian Queers for BDS > pqbds.wordpress.com | http://israeliqueersforpalestine.wordpress.com