Reached our hotel David Intercontinental after my flight from the US into Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion international airport. As advised, I had signed up for the VIP service to be escorted from the arrival gate to the waiting limo outside the airport via a quick stop at customs. Typically this takes about 4 hours if you do not avail the special service; was worth the $.
Impressive airport !
Surprised to hear from the customs officials that US citizens have an option to get their passports stamped (or not) from Israeli authorities when you enter the country.
I carried mixed opinions about the city while traveling from airport to the hotel. Quite a juxtaposition of modern architectures co-located with delapidated houses and stores. As it was a weekend, there was minimal traffic. Limo driver was courteous and quite engaging in explaining the city, history, areas to visit etc.
Did you know all Israeli citizens have to undergo 2 years of mandatory armed forces training once they are 18. Isn't that an interesting concept?
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