can you one day make a compilation of every single time you set down the camera, walk out of frame, walk across frame, and then run and grab your camera before someone steals it
I actually was wondering the same question, is it your country safer than us, then you don't afraid about people coming and stealing that camera, just in a blink of an eye? :D :D :D
It’s 2019 and we’re trying new things (!!!), including this more in-depth, 23-minute format. It’s more chill, yet still jam-packed with funny/interesting footage I found necessary to keep in…especially that monologue at 20:34. 😂🤣. Check the description for a breakdown of the segments, if you ain't got the time and just want to skip around. Oh, and regardless of your view of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, I hope you sit back, relax, and enjoy the show. We’re gonna get there. Next up: The West Bank, Jerusalem, and Everything You Need To Know For Your Trip. Three more videos! 🌟 Subscribe to our channel → goo.gl/H8i5DP 🌟 All The Resources I Used For My Israel-Palestine Trip → shutupandgo.travel/all-the-resources-i-used-for-my-israel-palestine-trip/
DamonAndJo I was in Tel Aviv last month and I absolutely loved it! The people are so friendly, the people are Gorgeous especially the men ;) the food is phenomenal. Definitely want to go back for Pride. Check out the Sarona Market!
Oh Damon! I've been watching your videos for the last few months and I really enjoy it! I live in Haifa, a cool and interesting city in Israel that you should visit and I'd love to meet you if you make it here! Enjoy your time here and in Palestine!
this is the nicest friggin comment section i have ever seen lmao ive never seen a video on israel and palestine with no conflict in the comments and im lovin it
The best quote from this video? 🤔 1. Not goin’ back and forth with you b!tches! 2. ALL IN THE NAME OF RESEARCH! 3. Get a bottle, go home, and get drunk. 4. The American dream is to get out of America. 5. And I thank God for all these cuties...
" I want my country to make better choices " as a Palestinian i do too. the only thing war does is cause hurt to all parts , and we're getting sick of it and just want peace but governments don't, and just like Damon said governments don't represent people and i can confirm.
I visited Israel solo last year (I’m female) and fell in LOVE. What an AMAZING place. Also doesn’t help that literally everyone and everything is beautiful 😩
Same, in June it will be my 4th visit in less than two years. I am obsessed and spending time away from it makes me genuinely sad. And yes, everything and everyONE is so beautiful ahhhhh
Please don't look at vlogs before coming... They get everything wrong about the whole country... They make it look beautiful and everything... But not as it is
cammy isAthot He says she's talking bullshit because they both are very extreme in their liberal opinions, like a 60s-70s American hippies, which is OK, some Israelis are like that, especially in Tel Aviv, but those two are not a real representation of the opinions of the average Israeli, and the short haired girl which is cute looks very young and naive, she's only 17 if she'll go to the army in a year, so I recommend people to take their words as their own.
it's funny how he said "bye" in Hebrew because he imitated that man's accent and he had a Russian accent so he said it with a Russian accent not an Israeli one xD
Props to you for this video, Damon. The Israel/Palestine conflict is a contentious issue, but you're navigating it gracefully and with a lot of respect. It's also nice to see someone travel through the middle east and not focus solely on the government's actions, but the actual everyday lives of the people living there. I look forward to your next video!
You know what...this IS a movie. You gotta sit back in bed or on chill out on the bus (and miss your stop) to watch this one. This isn't no hold-up-let-me-watch-this-real-quick kind of TH-cam video!
@@DamonAndJo Omg I love that :) lol I love you guys! I found you at first for selfish reasons because my name is Joanna too but I have learned so much over the years. Keep it up!
It’s just my opinion but approximately how much money would I need to travel Europe for a month all together? I’m just curious because I’ve been saving all year
kristeen it really depends. You can live in hostels, eat cheaper meals, book cheaper flights or trains. So you would have to do research because some countries are more expensive to stay at.
I’m so fascinated by how you’re so comfortable meeting new people in new cities! Whenever I’m in a new city by myself it’s still super hard for me. It’s true though that meeting locals is a huge part of experiencing the culture. It probably makes the trip more memorable (and an interesting vlog aswell haha) thanks for the inspiration! 🙂
Wow, I'm speechless, this was amazing, Damon. And those girls are so incredible. The people are so nice. The guy straight up laughing at your face was hilarious. The gays™ are so cute. You put things in such an interesting and humane perspective. Thank you for this and well fucking done.
I am an teenage Israeli girl, Jewish and religious, and soon I will be joining the army! I am so happy and grateful for that and I can't wait to serve my country !!
Not many people are, and the ones who are usually are happy about it because we are raised to believe it's really good and cool and what not. Most people who are, usually figure out in the military that they are either waisting their time or are actively hurting others, and a huge chunk of us can't wait to get out and be a fucking person for a minute. And some of us are like myself and are just bitter from before they even knew what their stats are Besides, when everyone knows that you'll end up 18 and than waist two to three years of your life, convincing yourself that this is good and you want it is easier then crying
This 22 minute video is undoubtedly so much more expressive than the short ones... doesn't mean the short videos are any les expressive....but yeah I'd love to see these longer videos.....one can never have too much of #damon_and_jo
The pink-haired girl just confirmed what i always thought about Israel's mindset "Render unto Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and unto God the things that are God's". Definitely down to see more of this format
That pink haired girl from the coffee shop is straight out of a YA romance book. She is the fresh breath of air, non-filtered, witty, manic pixie dream girl that I think we all either aspire to be or aspire to fall in love with. She seems like the carefree, clever, adventurous girl that you love but honestly also can be problematic at time and maybe attracts a lot of tragic situations and has a rough background that gets romanticized a lot in media but in all reality really sucks. Which probably makes her really smart and compassionate at some times, but also angry, and frustrated, and sad. I could be wrong, but I could be right too. She seems like a unique soul. I wanna meet her and know her and find out.
You literally just need to go Tel Aviv, there it is pretty much impossible not to make friends, they are crazy and so open and... I just don't know any other people who are like them
I'm an Israeli ... Do not make a fuss about the army! It's been almost a year and a half since the army has been there for almost three years. There are a lot of things in the army except fighting ... There are those who work in the kitchen. There are paramedics ... there are pharmacists ... there is a military band ... the secretaries ... the air force. There are a million and one things that are not fighting. I am very, very happy that you enjoyed!
When Damon did his coming out video, he kept insisting that "it's not a big thing, this is a travel channel, nothing to hide, who cares"... yet I think without that clarification he would never be so comfortable to tackle that topic in depth in newer videos.
To anyone who was ever curious about Israel, rad articles online and really wants to see Israel for themselves, I truly recommend that you visit our small yet very diverse and unique society. Tel Aviv has its own unique perspective on Israel and I think that anyone who comes to visit needs to see Jerusalem, needs to visit settlements to get familiar with the people, to meet Arab Israelis, meet Christian Israelis and Muslims who serve in the army. Reach out and see Israel. There's so much to see and learn. So much beyond headlines and social media.
I love this video! It's so cool (and brave) that you travel on your own and meet all those people. I really liked how you talked about the country with everyone you met. Isreal seems like a beautiful country. I really want to go there some day! I'm half Jewish (not raised religious though) so I definitely feel some sort of connection with Isreal. Thank you for making this video!!
My school had an exchange with Israelis, and they were sooooo excited to go to Army. I was really surprised by their approach and enthusiam. We also expressed ste mutual love for Gal Gadot, but I was still really taken aback. All in all I find these people extremely nice and so curious about other cultutres, it was a blessing to meet them. Love from Poland!
i can’t express how much i love this... how much i appreciate this... how happy my heart is that y’all have shared this video. i have very strong feelings about the israeli-palestinian conflict (namely that palestine is being unjustly oppressed) and i just appreciate so many things about this, i just gotta list them out because i’m so emotional rn: -the energy damon immediately brought to the video, highlighting that there truly are beautiful, kind-hearted people all over the wold. it’s so true. borders are used to divide and incite violence on both sides... we rarely focus on all the goodness that exists in our world. -the perspectives of israeli locals. i just looove that damon opened up the conversation for people to share their thoughts, whatever they were. and that he got young queer folks’ perspectives!!!! important!!!!! -the beautiful editing. it’s always beautiful. ugh. -every country has a history of conflict (see above comment about borders), damon is right. it’s so powerful to choose to enjoy all the beautiful peale and places and experiences a land has to offer. it’s powerful to change the narrative. ive seen a lot of israel vlogs on youtube (and they’ve been beautiful!) but never ever one from palestine... i’m beyond excited to see more from your travels, damon! also i swear this is the longest comment i’ve EVER left on a youtube vid but you got a girl in her feelings. much love from california!
Y’all just opened a can of worms, a pandora box even.. I finished the video and it’s great! And not controversial, AND YES WE ARE LIVING FOR THE LONG VIDEOS
Thank you so much for this video. My family is Israeli and I haven't been able to go there for a few years now and it's just so nice to see everything and to hear my people in a way that is not negative. I am totally against the Israeli army and their treatment of Palestinian people, but I still love this country and I've missed it so much.
"The American dream is to get out of America" OMG i love that quote HAHA! I've been doing my best to shutup and go, but i would love to stay gone! haha. Anywho could you make a video about problems you've faced while at customs? I've always wondered how people deal with that. ALSO I didn't even realize this video was 22mins long, great job at keeping it fun and interesting. I'll probably watch it again for tips on my own travel vids. :-)
*I honestly love this longer format so much, and I’ve always wanted to visit Israel but these videos are definitely making me want to even more. Great documentary Damon* :)
@@DamonAndJo hahaha yeah I'm not sure because I don't know any Hebrew! I've got to be honest.. I'm feeling a little starstruck right now that you just replied haha. Damon, you and Jo are amazing! You just made my day! Bon voyage!
Please read before watching: Some Israelis especially the older ones may look intimidating because of their direct language and brash comments. In Israeli culture, it`s called "Stalbet" To take a piss on someone. We got it from the Brits. So just take it lightly and you`ll be fine.
I honestly got the impression that both sides grew up being told to dislike the other side, and clearly that breeds nothing but blind hate. I wanted to come to this part of the world to show both sides, and next week I get even more into this!
True, I'm moroccan from meknes and my neighbours are jews and we have no problems, we even share dishes, like kosher food is halal, we have a lot of commun points, I mean we're all humans at the end of the day.
I went to Tel Aviv in 2018 for pride (from the UK) and I found your video fantastic and endearing. I'm so glad you had a good time, covered the markets, LGBT aspects and I completely agree about the people; they are stunningly beautiful.
I only just discovered you and Jo in the last month. I’ve watched many of your videos. This is one of my favorites! I love to travel solo. I am very curious about this region. Yes... governments don’t reflect the people... such beautiful people in the world. ❤️
LOVED THIS. I received a negative reaction when I was about to go to Istanbul Turkey because of the government there ect. People were even telling me to cancel my trip! But I had the exact same thought, if I don't go to any countries with political conflict I can't even return home! So I went to Istanbul and had one of the most amazing trips of my life. Gotta do what you gotta do, ya know? Keep on keeping on.
Absolutely love the longer, in-depth video. There have been a few times, like Jo's learning Greek in Greece videos, where I absolutely loved them but only wished they were longer! This was such a beautiful video, Damon...thank you so much for this! Lots of love to all the Israelis and Palestinians who just want to live their lives in peace but aren't allowed to by their governments. Love and peace to all of us who live under governments who don't represent us and manufacture conflict for their own interests. Looking forward to the next 3 parts...I so want to go to Israel and Palestine now. :-)
This longer video is GOLDEN! I don't think anyone has ever showed Tel Aviv as well as you did. I mean, HGTV showed some apartments on House Hunters International one time but that's it...
loved this vlog! you and Jo have given me so much inspiration to travel the world and not just the tourist spots! thanks for the great content and stay safe traveling!
one of the reasons I l-o-v-e this channel is that, as the lady said, tourists come with an objective perspective, knowledge, they see the big picture and explore it - they see it as it really is for themselves and decide whether love it or not. as opposed to the Indigenous people who live in the place and usually know just what is around them and not much more. Toda Raba - תודה רבה for coming here, you brought, at least for me, a different and new aspect in tel-aviv-yafo, thank you and - Le-it-ra-ot - להתראות (literally: goodbye and see you in the next time) Un bon voyage à Jérusalem!
Beware of pickpockets and go off the beaten track ! Don't hesitate to ask me for any advice as I live there but unfortunately won't be there at that time hahaha
UGHHHH I LOVE ISRAEL SO MUCH! What beautiful place! The people there are amazing and so nice. Also, most people in Israel do speak English, but I love how you were able to confidently ask them if they spoke english in Hebrew! Way better than what I would be able to do! Hope you enjoyed it and have fun in the holy city!!!
Military service is mandatory in Finland too🇫🇮 At first I was annoyed when I received my conscription letter (I live in Canada so it's optional for me, however I can't live in Finland without doing it) but now I just look at it as a reason to shut up and go and also get free tuition. Wish me luck lol
I've lost track of you guys for a while but I had to write and say I LOVED this video. Your conversations with the locals really add a lot to getting the feel of the place. Pictures are good for atmosphere but to get the true vibe of a place hearing the voices of her people, that is the BEST. Thanks!
5:56 when they say corn flour, they mean cornstarch. they are also talking about rose water, which you eat with sahleb. lehitraot means "see you again"
LOOOOOVE the longer format. We get more of a feel for what you're doing day to day when you're in these places. I took a Judaism class in college and have been fascinated with Israel/Palestine ever since. Can't wait to see what else you have in store.
These longer videos are a wonderful format for your channel -22 minutes is a LOT of content to get out of a 5 day trip and I applaud you for getting us to experience as much of your trip as you could! x
This video makes me jealous beyond words. Soon I'll visit Israel myself. Also I'm excited about the upcoming videos dealing with more of the political stuff. I've been reading tons of stuff about Israel and the development of the conflict with the Palestinians and other surrounding countries like Iran for example. I personally think, the existence of Israel is an invaluable chance for so many people living in the Middle East to escape oppression. Also the historical necessity for a Jewish state to exist is in my opinion unnegotiable. Israel is the only nation on earth that has succeeded to protect Jewish lives from prosecution and death for 70 consecutive years. That alone makes Israel indispensable.
Great video! I did a solo one month trip to Israel and Palestine in September and I too had a difficult time with immigration at the airport. They couldn't understand I just wanted to visit the country even though I didn't know anyone there. I loved Tel Aviv, but the 3 hour questioning at my departure was a horrible experience and will probably not go back alone. Best quote: "The American Dream is to get out of America."
Hi Damon & Jo, I just got back from Israel traveling with an educational school group exploring the politics, conflict, and state itself! We visited the Golan Heights, Gaza Strip boarder, West Bank Bethlehem, lots of markets and incredible speakers as well ask TEL AVIV!! It’s really cool seeing someone who I subscribe and admire so much visiting the same locations! Glad you enjoyed it as much as I did. -Emmerson
I'm living for these longer videos!! Can't wait for the next one. Thank you guys for inspiring us to travel. I did my own shut up and go and now I'm living in Melbourne Australia but planning to go around the whole country soon. Cheers!!!
oooh!! you're here.. I'm so happy that you came (even though I live in the other side*Palestine).. I hope you come to the occupied westbank and see what's really happening because tel-Aviv TBH isn't related to the conflict.. LOVE YOUR CONTENT...
Was cool to meet and talk to you Damon! I'm the guy at 10:05 :) By the way just to make it clear, Shpaggat isn't the worst party but it definitely isn't the best New Year's party and still is amazing, that was the more full version of my drunk speech :) cheers!
Omg! I can't stop myself commenting to this video...Great content as your own way, waiting for next videos like that. Put all details about politics or governments away, we love to see and hear from open-mind people all around the world with different cultures. That's the spirit about sharing & discovering.
I’m Palestinian and we eat Sahlab. It’s made out of milk, cornstarch, vanilla, and cinnamon. It literally just taste like delicious warm horchata pudding (if made right).
There is not such thing Palestinian... your origins from neighboring countries of Israel. All "Palestinians" are Syrians, Egyptians or Jordans that crossed the border into Israel & call themselves "Palestinians" only to get more land. Give the Israelis ALL Israel back. U Arabs have all the middle east.
I love this style of video. It's really nice seeing both sides of a conflict from the YOUNG people's point of view. It's so important to hear their voices!! keep it going!
The purple girl you met in the coffee shop is very wrong, as a combat soldier in the IDF I can tell you it's the most important thing in the country, We wouldn't have a country without it We are surrounded by people that hate us and want to kick us out from the country. And girls have very important "jobs" and things to do in the army, if you have time I wish we can meet up and I will explain more to you
ido hermel people have mixed feelings. My Israeli friends are kinda annoyed that they have to serve be cause it takes a lot of time and they feel like it it takes so long for their life to actually begin
@@shulidernis1418 People have mixed feelings, it's true, but you usually won't hear that kind of talk from people who served in a meaningful position, men or women, the people who thinks it's a waste of time or holding them back are usually the ones who served on positions who are insignificant and in a way really are a waste of time, but the thing is that they get to those positions usually because of their "it's a waste of time" attitude to begin with, so if that's what your friends(and the pink haired girl) thinks then it's says more about them rather than the army itself, I don't mean to insult or offend you or your friends by saying that, but knowing the subject firsthand it's just usually is the case.
I was waiting for the war to be over to visit israel, but that is no longer a factor. You guys are making the world a better place with each video you make. Love from portugal
can you one day make a compilation of every single time you set down the camera, walk out of frame, walk across frame, and then run and grab your camera before someone steals it
I actually was wondering the same question, is it your country safer than us, then you don't afraid about people coming and stealing that camera, just in a blink of an eye? :D :D :D
omg i wonder about this every single time!
Ashleeeeeyyy
they dont steal in israel. its a safe country
And then every time someone offers to take the shot for him. Side note: this is a collab I'd love to see.
“The american dream is to get out of America” LOL i loved that girl!
Thank you! it was me in the video :)
Gili G :))
That's definitely my dream!
Ha
It’s 2019 and we’re trying new things (!!!), including this more in-depth, 23-minute format.
It’s more chill, yet still jam-packed with funny/interesting footage I found necessary to keep in…especially that monologue at 20:34. 😂🤣. Check the description for a breakdown of the segments, if you ain't got the time and just want to skip around.
Oh, and regardless of your view of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, I hope you sit back, relax, and enjoy the show. We’re gonna get there. Next up: The West Bank, Jerusalem, and Everything You Need To Know For Your Trip. Three more videos!
🌟 Subscribe to our channel → goo.gl/H8i5DP
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DamonAndJo living for the longer vids 😍
DamonAndJo I was in Tel Aviv last month and I absolutely loved it! The people are so friendly, the people are Gorgeous especially the men ;) the food is phenomenal. Definitely want to go back for Pride. Check out the Sarona Market!
DamonAndJo yes that’s why I love you guys channel
Oh Damon! I've been watching your videos for the last few months and I really enjoy it! I live in Haifa, a cool and interesting city in Israel that you should visit and I'd love to meet you if you make it here!
Enjoy your time here and in Palestine!
Love you guys and the longer videos
this is the nicest friggin comment section i have ever seen lmao ive never seen a video on israel and palestine with no conflict in the comments and im lovin it
sivan rottelman נכון?😂
free palestine
The best quote from this video? 🤔
1. Not goin’ back and forth with you b!tches!
2. ALL IN THE NAME OF RESEARCH!
3. Get a bottle, go home, and get drunk.
4. The American dream is to get out of America.
5. And I thank God for all these cuties...
Number 6.
Visit Palestine
4
And the world dream is to get to America .. anyway they can.
8. The answer, there isn't one.
4
Yessss I am so here for these longer videos
So you we t to the state of where satanists
Lives with his children
okay im living for the in depth longer video style, this is the content we've been waiting for. Damon killed it in this
THANK YOU SO MUCH! Palestine and Jerusalem are up next and it gets even more...intriguing!
LOVE this longer style video/short documentaries, more P L E A S E. Also that person with the pink hair is a dream!!
Your not a millionaire?
Not yet
THATS THE SPIRIT
superduperjoi but he is hahaha 1.1 million
IN HEBREW THE PRICE WAS 200 AND IN ENGLISH 1000 LOL THATS SO ISRAELI
😂😂😂😂 i love him
"there's something specific about their look here in Israel, that i'm like *long pause*....BEAUTIFUL"
lmfao me too damon
The people in Tel Aviv are beautiful. Jerusalem people are beautiful in a different way.
" I want my country to make better choices " as a Palestinian i do too. the only thing war does is cause hurt to all parts , and we're getting sick of it and just want peace but governments don't, and just like Damon said governments don't represent people and i can confirm.
💗💙
Jeaniene lslg truth 🤙🏾
I pray for you my friend 💗
Hey I’m Israeli and I couldn’t agree more! Most of us just want to find a way to stop all this useless wars😅
@@khadijafayyaz6184 thank you for your kindness ❤
I visited Israel solo last year (I’m female) and fell in LOVE. What an AMAZING place. Also doesn’t help that literally everyone and everything is beautiful 😩
💖👍
Same, in June it will be my 4th visit in less than two years. I am obsessed and spending time away from it makes me genuinely sad. And yes, everything and everyONE is so beautiful ahhhhh
@@jogo5732 Thank you for loving Israel. You are always invited to our charming country💖💚💛
Please don't look at vlogs before coming... They get everything wrong about the whole country... They make it look beautiful and everything... But not as it is
@@dimamelihov6434 Indeed. Listen to Dima, #NoSpoilers
The pink haired girl was so special she had her own style, such a beautiful soul, also the short haired girl was so sweet, damn I love your vlogs
@Ray _ which one? The pink haired? I just don't agree with the fact that "Israël is nothing", but what do you think about what she said?
cammy isAthot He says she's talking bullshit because they both are very extreme in their liberal opinions, like a 60s-70s American hippies, which is OK, some Israelis are like that, especially in Tel Aviv, but those two are not a real representation of the opinions of the average Israeli, and the short haired girl which is cute looks very young and naive, she's only 17 if she'll go to the army in a year, so I recommend people to take their words as their own.
cc c moi actually she is pretty normal for Tel Aviv
Coolest person in the video
it's funny how he said "bye" in Hebrew because he imitated that man's accent and he had a Russian accent so he said it with a Russian accent not an Israeli one xD
Props to you for this video, Damon. The Israel/Palestine conflict is a contentious issue, but you're navigating it gracefully and with a lot of respect. It's also nice to see someone travel through the middle east and not focus solely on the government's actions, but the actual everyday lives of the people living there. I look forward to your next video!
You know you’re asking “I speak English?”, not “do you speak English”? So cute
I didn’t until now 😩🤣
אני יודע. 😂
This is an entire movie. I'm done Damon you are so good
You know what...this IS a movie. You gotta sit back in bed or on chill out on the bus (and miss your stop) to watch this one. This isn't no hold-up-let-me-watch-this-real-quick kind of TH-cam video!
@@DamonAndJo Omg I love that :) lol I love you guys! I found you at first for selfish reasons because my name is Joanna too but I have learned so much over the years. Keep it up!
"Probably not the best place to be throwing around Jesus causally." I'm weak! 😂😂😂😩😩👌
Right!? I laughed out loud.
notifications? on
sadness? gone
damon? and jo
hotel? trivago
COMMENT? RESPONDED TO! ❤️
Yee?Haw🤠
Flight? Skyscanner ❤️
@@DamonAndJo Day? Made 100x better
You stole this from another video
I have to add that I am a lesbian and live in Jerusalem and I love it, and have never felt any problems being open and out.
I agree... my American Dream was to get out of America! Not because I don’t love America but because I want something more... something meaningful!!
Same, thats why im in south korea
me too!
greenytaddict I’ve never been to Sourh Korea but it’s on my list! I’ve been traveling Europe for about 4 months.
It’s just my opinion but approximately how much money would I need to travel Europe for a month all together? I’m just curious because I’ve been saving all year
kristeen it really depends. You can live in hostels, eat cheaper meals, book cheaper flights or trains. So you would have to do research because some countries are more expensive to stay at.
I’m so fascinated by how you’re so comfortable meeting new people in new cities! Whenever I’m in a new city by myself it’s still super hard for me. It’s true though that meeting locals is a huge part of experiencing the culture. It probably makes the trip more memorable (and an interesting vlog aswell haha) thanks for the inspiration! 🙂
Wow, I'm speechless, this was amazing, Damon. And those girls are so incredible. The people are so nice. The guy straight up laughing at your face was hilarious. The gays™ are so cute. You put things in such an interesting and humane perspective. Thank you for this and well fucking done.
Couldn't have said it better
@@maggiet.8424 thank you 💙
I am an teenage Israeli girl, Jewish and religious, and soon I will be joining the army! I am so happy and grateful for that and I can't wait to serve my country !!
@ⵜⴰⵏⵉⵔⵉ Taniri even if it's true, we have to serve by law so like,,,,,,,not too many choices, from an Israeli who serves
Not many people are, and the ones who are usually are happy about it because we are raised to believe it's really good and cool and what not. Most people who are, usually figure out in the military that they are either waisting their time or are actively hurting others, and a huge chunk of us can't wait to get out and be a fucking person for a minute.
And some of us are like myself and are just bitter from before they even knew what their stats are
Besides, when everyone knows that you'll end up 18 and than waist two to three years of your life, convincing yourself that this is good and you want it is easier then crying
Damon, this is a truly fantastic video. Your need to understand the world through your own eyes is amazing. Can’t wait for the Jerusalem vlog!
You were actually saying in hebrew "I speak English", instead of "Do you speak English?"😂
yea...
This 22 minute video is undoubtedly so much more expressive than the short ones... doesn't mean the short videos are any les expressive....but yeah I'd love to see these longer videos.....one can never have too much of #damon_and_jo
> Longer video is so much more expressive
> Doesn't mean short videos are less expressive
Wut??
The pink-haired girl just confirmed what i always thought about Israel's mindset "Render unto Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and unto God the things that are God's".
Definitely down to see more of this format
Honestly living for this content! You know what that is? Growth!!!
the classic "come to brazil" lol
welcome to lsrael
excuse me but victor's beauty has shaken me to the absolute core
That pink haired girl from the coffee shop is straight out of a YA romance book. She is the fresh breath of air, non-filtered, witty, manic pixie dream girl that I think we all either aspire to be or aspire to fall in love with. She seems like the carefree, clever, adventurous girl that you love but honestly also can be problematic at time and maybe attracts a lot of tragic situations and has a rough background that gets romanticized a lot in media but in all reality really sucks. Which probably makes her really smart and compassionate at some times, but also angry, and frustrated, and sad. I could be wrong, but I could be right too. She seems like a unique soul. I wanna meet her and know her and find out.
I feel the same way about her. She's inspired me to write a short story.
Yes, I've fallen in love with her and wanted to be her at the same time in two minutes :D
This is me in the video and omg u got it spot on 😂😭
Do you randomly talk to yourself outloud because you're so used to vlogging? 😂
wow, much like, no reply
damn I do that and I don't even vlog ; - ;
I did an instgram live in a morning one day and kept speaking to myself for the rest of the day
as someone who is jewish this vlog was absolutely amazing to watch and helped me become even more educated in this topic so THANKYOU
Making friends. Unfortunately I don't yet posses this superpower.
You literally just need to go Tel Aviv, there it is pretty much impossible not to make friends, they are crazy and so open and... I just don't know any other people who are like them
@@jogo5732 lol...yes israeli are very friendly
No friends. Just acquaintances
I'm an Israeli ... Do not make a fuss about the army! It's been almost a year and a half since the army has been there for almost three years. There are a lot of things in the army except fighting ... There are those who work in the kitchen. There are paramedics ... there are pharmacists ... there is a military band ... the secretaries ... the air force. There are a million and one things that are not fighting.
I am very, very happy that you enjoyed!
imagine travelling that much... can’t relate
Max shut up and go!
Will S You’re right ! Shut up and go is my new motto this year
Didn't realize the video was over 20 minutes until it finished and i wanted it to be longer. lmao
Damon you didn't need to come for me like this, this is ART. You know I'm boutta sit down and watch this whole ass thing
“You can never express yourself like you can in your native language” 🤯👌🏻
When Damon did his coming out video, he kept insisting that "it's not a big thing, this is a travel channel, nothing to hide, who cares"... yet I think without that clarification he would never be so comfortable to tackle that topic in depth in newer videos.
To anyone who was ever curious about Israel, rad articles online and really wants to see Israel for themselves, I truly recommend that you visit our small yet very diverse and unique society. Tel Aviv has its own unique perspective on Israel and I think that anyone who comes to visit needs to see Jerusalem, needs to visit settlements to get familiar with the people, to meet Arab Israelis, meet Christian Israelis and Muslims who serve in the army. Reach out and see Israel. There's so much to see and learn. So much beyond headlines and social media.
I love this video! It's so cool (and brave) that you travel on your own and meet all those people. I really liked how you talked about the country with everyone you met. Isreal seems like a beautiful country. I really want to go there some day! I'm half Jewish (not raised religious though) so I definitely feel some sort of connection with Isreal. Thank you for making this video!!
My school had an exchange with Israelis, and they were sooooo excited to go to Army. I was really surprised by their approach and enthusiam. We also expressed ste mutual love for Gal Gadot, but I was still really taken aback. All in all I find these people extremely nice and so curious about other cultutres, it was a blessing to meet them. Love from Poland!
You met some cool ass people on your trip! Makes me so happy :D
i can’t express how much i love this... how much i appreciate this... how happy my heart is that y’all have shared this video. i have very strong feelings about the israeli-palestinian conflict (namely that palestine is being unjustly oppressed) and i just appreciate so many things about this, i just gotta list them out because i’m so emotional rn:
-the energy damon immediately brought to the video, highlighting that there truly are beautiful, kind-hearted people all over the wold. it’s so true. borders are used to divide and incite violence on both sides... we rarely focus on all the goodness that exists in our world.
-the perspectives of israeli locals. i just looove that damon opened up the conversation for people to share their thoughts, whatever they were. and that he got young queer folks’ perspectives!!!! important!!!!!
-the beautiful editing. it’s always beautiful. ugh.
-every country has a history of conflict (see above comment about borders), damon is right. it’s so powerful to choose to enjoy all the beautiful peale and places and experiences a land has to offer. it’s powerful to change the narrative.
ive seen a lot of israel vlogs on youtube (and they’ve been beautiful!) but never ever one from palestine... i’m beyond excited to see more from your travels, damon! also i swear this is the longest comment i’ve EVER left on a youtube vid but you got a girl in her feelings. much love from california!
Y’all just opened a can of worms, a pandora box even..
I finished the video and it’s great! And not controversial, AND YES WE ARE LIVING FOR THE LONG VIDEOS
Welcome!
Nah, their audience is better than that.
DamonAndJo I love you guy D&J! ❤️
honey, it's been open for centuries
michael guez tea!
Thank you so much for this video. My family is Israeli and I haven't been able to go there for a few years now and it's just so nice to see everything and to hear my people in a way that is not negative. I am totally against the Israeli army and their treatment of Palestinian people, but I still love this country and I've missed it so much.
I missed Damon lol
Hey baby! You'll be missing Jo next week when I post three videos from back to back!
@@DamonAndJo aw that's fine babe. 💛 Any plans on when u two will release content together again?
@@raphaelmarleyalves7475 We'll be together in three weeks in Los Angeles!
@@DamonAndJo yaaay luv u guys
are you guys doing any LA meet ups soon by any chance?? :)@@DamonAndJo
"The American dream is to get out of America" OMG i love that quote HAHA! I've been doing my best to shutup and go, but i would love to stay gone! haha. Anywho could you make a video about problems you've faced while at customs? I've always wondered how people deal with that. ALSO I didn't even realize this video was 22mins long, great job at keeping it fun and interesting. I'll probably watch it again for tips on my own travel vids. :-)
Thank you! I'm the girl who said this quote in the video, I think it's still true haha, sad.
This is a new peak of quality for the channel! Keep it up 😍
*I honestly love this longer format so much, and I’ve always wanted to visit Israel but these videos are definitely making me want to even more. Great documentary Damon* :)
15 seconds in and I can tell this is gonna be interesting
TO SAY THE LEAST! 🤣
that girl was literally the cutest omg we need more people like that!!!
I heard Corn flour
OK I THOUGHT I WAS THE ONLY ONE. I WAS GOING TO PUT THAT BUT DIDN'T WANT TO BE A DUMBA$$ IF HE WAS ACTUALLY SAYING SOME HEBREW WORD???
@@DamonAndJo hahaha yeah I'm not sure because I don't know any Hebrew! I've got to be honest.. I'm feeling a little starstruck right now that you just replied haha. Damon, you and Jo are amazing! You just made my day! Bon voyage!
haha he was saying cornflower and rose water!
DamonAndJo I’m Israeli, and yes that’s what they said
@@DamonAndJo LMAO he was def saying cornflour it's just his accent.
Man the people there are so nice!!! The video is too cute
Damon coming in 2019 with fire content 😍
Damon I am LIVING for the long videos!! Why did it still feel like five minutes though, I’m not even joking!
"The American dream is to get out of America"
So real.
Please read before watching: Some Israelis especially the older ones may look intimidating because of their direct language and brash comments. In Israeli culture, it`s called "Stalbet" To take a piss on someone. We got it from the Brits. So just take it lightly and you`ll be fine.
As an Arab. We always told to dislike Jews but the thing is...I'm Moroccan and we have a lot of Jews in here and we get a long 😂
I honestly got the impression that both sides grew up being told to dislike the other side, and clearly that breeds nothing but blind hate. I wanted to come to this part of the world to show both sides, and next week I get even more into this!
@@DamonAndJo true. But both sides has come Along way! W lot of them want nothing but peace and to live together side by side
That's awesome. I hope there are more people like you
Hellooo fellow moroccan. also Gotta agree with u !!✌✌
True, I'm moroccan from meknes and my neighbours are jews and we have no problems, we even share dishes, like kosher food is halal, we have a lot of commun points, I mean we're all humans at the end of the day.
I went to Tel Aviv in 2018 for pride (from the UK) and I found your video fantastic and endearing. I'm so glad you had a good time, covered the markets, LGBT aspects and I completely agree about the people; they are stunningly beautiful.
The people were really charming !
I only just discovered you and Jo in the last month. I’ve watched many of your videos. This is one of my favorites! I love to travel solo. I am very curious about this region. Yes... governments don’t reflect the people... such beautiful people in the world. ❤️
Damon & Jo Documentaries in 2019.... Here for it!
LOVED THIS. I received a negative reaction when I was about to go to Istanbul Turkey because of the government there ect. People were even telling me to cancel my trip! But I had the exact same thought, if I don't go to any countries with political conflict I can't even return home! So I went to Istanbul and had one of the most amazing trips of my life. Gotta do what you gotta do, ya know?
Keep on keeping on.
I’m going to Tel Aviv in 10 days ahhh this just got me so excited!! And a 23 minute video, I’m living for it
I'm sure you'll have a great time here :)
@@baidan10 just got back, it was incredible!
@@annamelnik2458 glad you enjoyed! I'm watching your vlog right now (:
Absolutely love the longer, in-depth video. There have been a few times, like Jo's learning Greek in Greece videos, where I absolutely loved them but only wished they were longer! This was such a beautiful video, Damon...thank you so much for this! Lots of love to all the Israelis and Palestinians who just want to live their lives in peace but aren't allowed to by their governments. Love and peace to all of us who live under governments who don't represent us and manufacture conflict for their own interests. Looking forward to the next 3 parts...I so want to go to Israel and Palestine now. :-)
He's one of the most well educated ppl i ever saw on TH-cam..
This longer video is GOLDEN! I don't think anyone has ever showed Tel Aviv as well as you did. I mean, HGTV showed some apartments on House Hunters International one time but that's it...
loved this vlog! you and Jo have given me so much inspiration to travel the world and not just the tourist spots! thanks for the great content and stay safe traveling!
one of the reasons I l-o-v-e this channel is that, as the lady said, tourists come with an objective perspective, knowledge, they see the big picture and explore it - they see it as it really is for themselves and decide whether love it or not. as opposed to the Indigenous people who live in the place and usually know just what is around them and not much more. Toda Raba - תודה רבה for coming here, you brought, at least for me, a different and new aspect in tel-aviv-yafo, thank you and - Le-it-ra-ot - להתראות (literally: goodbye and see you in the next time) Un bon voyage à Jérusalem!
Y’all my first solo trip is going to be to Paris in August 🥰
yeees girl get that travel
Beware of pickpockets and go off the beaten track ! Don't hesitate to ask me for any advice as I live there but unfortunately won't be there at that time hahaha
damn I dream of going to Paris this summer but I'm kinda scared to travel solo tbh 😣
UGHHHH I LOVE ISRAEL SO MUCH! What beautiful place! The people there are amazing and so nice. Also, most people in Israel do speak English, but I love how you were able to confidently ask them if they spoke english in Hebrew! Way better than what I would be able to do! Hope you enjoyed it and have fun in the holy city!!!
Hi where are you from
Military service is mandatory in Finland too🇫🇮 At first I was annoyed when I received my conscription letter (I live in Canada so it's optional for me, however I can't live in Finland without doing it) but now I just look at it as a reason to shut up and go and also get free tuition. Wish me luck lol
Wow! I didn't know military service is mandatory in Finland. Good luck!
enjoy it! being in the military is an unusual experience and one of the best places to meet new people
I've lost track of you guys for a while but I had to write and say I LOVED this video. Your conversations with the locals really add a lot to getting the feel of the place. Pictures are good for atmosphere but to get the true vibe of a place hearing the voices of her people, that is the BEST. Thanks!
5:56 when they say corn flour, they mean cornstarch. they are also talking about rose water, which you eat with sahleb. lehitraot means "see you again"
LOOOOOVE the longer format. We get more of a feel for what you're doing day to day when you're in these places. I took a Judaism class in college and have been fascinated with Israel/Palestine ever since. Can't wait to see what else you have in store.
- Just find a girlfriend?
- Yeaaah there's many, it's no problem for you
HAHAHAHAHAHA
I love the longer videos! I love how you're exploring controversial places. Stay safe on your travels!
I literally screamed when I saw this
Me too😂
These longer videos are a wonderful format for your channel -22 minutes is a LOT of content to get out of a 5 day trip and I applaud you for getting us to experience as much of your trip as you could! x
Absolutely loooove Israel!!! You depicted the vibe in Tel Aviv so beautifully!
Hi where are you from
@@kobias3555 I'm from California…Do you live in Israel?
@@grngal6156 Nice to meet you l from lsrael🌹
@@kobias3555 Aww, that's awesome! Nice to meet you, too! :)
@@kobias3555 smooth
I'm living for Damon's solo kitchen dance party. Such a mood
This video makes me jealous beyond words. Soon I'll visit Israel myself. Also I'm excited about the upcoming videos dealing with more of the political stuff. I've been reading tons of stuff about Israel and the development of the conflict with the Palestinians and other surrounding countries like Iran for example. I personally think, the existence of Israel is an invaluable chance for so many people living in the Middle East to escape oppression. Also the historical necessity for a Jewish state to exist is in my opinion unnegotiable. Israel is the only nation on earth that has succeeded to protect Jewish lives from prosecution and death for 70 consecutive years. That alone makes Israel indispensable.
Great video! I did a solo one month trip to Israel and Palestine in September and I too had a difficult time with immigration at the airport. They couldn't understand I just wanted to visit the country even though I didn't know anyone there. I loved Tel Aviv, but the 3 hour questioning at my departure was a horrible experience and will probably not go back alone.
Best quote: "The American Dream is to get out of America."
I am really impressed by this video, you really are good at what you do Damon!
I really love this video! So pleasant, with a lot of beautiful shots. I can’t wait for the next ones!
Hi Damon & Jo, I just got back from Israel traveling with an educational school group exploring the politics, conflict, and state itself! We visited the Golan Heights, Gaza Strip boarder, West Bank Bethlehem, lots of markets and incredible speakers as well ask TEL AVIV!! It’s really cool seeing someone who I subscribe and admire so much visiting the same locations! Glad you enjoyed it as much as I did. -Emmerson
I'm living for these longer videos!! Can't wait for the next one. Thank you guys for inspiring us to travel. I did my own shut up and go and now I'm living in Melbourne Australia but planning to go around the whole country soon. Cheers!!!
oooh!! you're here.. I'm so happy that you came (even though I live in the other side*Palestine)..
I hope you come to the occupied westbank and see what's really happening because tel-Aviv TBH isn't related to the conflict.. LOVE YOUR CONTENT...
Was cool to meet and talk to you Damon! I'm the guy at 10:05 :)
By the way just to make it clear, Shpaggat isn't the worst party but it definitely isn't the best New Year's party and still is amazing, that was the more full version of my drunk speech :) cheers!
this video was amazing, changed my entire perspective on israel
Omg! I can't stop myself commenting to this video...Great content as your own way, waiting for next videos like that. Put all details about politics or governments away, we love to see and hear from open-mind people all around the world with different cultures. That's the spirit about sharing & discovering.
I’m Palestinian and we eat Sahlab. It’s made out of milk, cornstarch, vanilla, and cinnamon. It literally just taste like delicious warm horchata pudding (if made right).
Eat not drink, right? With a spoon? I love horchata so I would probably like Sahlab.
There is not such thing Palestinian... your origins from neighboring countries of Israel. All "Palestinians" are Syrians, Egyptians or Jordans that crossed the border into Israel & call themselves "Palestinians" only to get more land.
Give the Israelis ALL Israel back. U Arabs have all the middle east.
I love this style of video. It's really nice seeing both sides of a conflict from the YOUNG people's point of view.
It's so important to hear their voices!! keep it going!
Toujours quand j'ai regardé leur vidéo, je me demande s'ils connaissent un pays comme le Ghana.
Un jour!!!
@@DamonAndJo OMG d'accord!
what the hell!! how did i not know you were here. my heart is shattered, no travel vlog ever comes here
The purple girl you met in the coffee shop is very wrong, as a combat soldier in the IDF I can tell you it's the most important thing in the country,
We wouldn't have a country without it
We are surrounded by people that hate us and want to kick us out from the country.
And girls have very important "jobs" and things to do in the army, if you have time I wish we can meet up and I will explain more to you
ido hermel people have mixed feelings. My Israeli friends are kinda annoyed that they have to serve be cause it takes a lot of time and they feel like it it takes so long for their life to actually begin
@@shulidernis1418 People have mixed feelings, it's true, but you usually won't hear that kind of talk from people who served in a meaningful position, men or women, the people who thinks it's a waste of time or holding them back are usually the ones who served on positions who are insignificant and in a way really are a waste of time, but the thing is that they get to those positions usually because of their "it's a waste of time" attitude to begin with, so if that's what your friends(and the pink haired girl) thinks then it's says more about them rather than the army itself, I don't mean to insult or offend you or your friends by saying that, but knowing the subject firsthand it's just usually is the case.
Im an idf solider and I'm pretty annoyed at my service. Some of my friends love it. Some dont
I was waiting for the war to be over to visit israel, but that is no longer a factor. You guys are making the world a better place with each video you make. Love from portugal