The most important person on the tour is, of course YOU - the tourist. And your satisfaction is the essence of our business. The fact that I enjoy being a tour guide certainly makes my job easier, however the numerous letters that I have received and continue to receive throughout the years give me tremendous encouragement to continue striving to do my best. Perhaps I don't get a chance to say this on tour but I wish to thank each and all of you for enriching my life also.
Udi

In our troubled times, tourists are worried about travelling in a country that is so often in the media. We sit glued to our television sets to the news reports of clashes throughout the world. What we fail to realize is that most of the time and in most of the places, it is... business as usual. After all, no news is good news. So although there are incidents in Israel, these do not occur throughout the country on a constant basis.

So, yes we travel throughout Israel comfortably and safely. We contact the tourist bureau and the security forces before and during your tour to ensure your safety. Udi continues to travel throughout Jerusalem and Israel on a regular basis.

Tourist Comments (Text Version Excerpts)

A Jewish philosopher ( I have forgotten if Maimomides or Hillel or even someone else !!) said, "If you want to learn, first find yourself a teacher". We were given the best teacher - one who has knowledge, explanation, wisdom, coupled with understanding and love. Your 'children' are very lucky. Shalom Aleichem,
Barbara

Thank you very much for a wonderful holiday. It was excellent to have a guide like yourself plus all the extras. I hope to see you again. All the very best to your family.
John

I do not think I have ever met a man more in love with his job than your good self and although your job is your living, I know it gives you great pleasure to impart your great fund of knowledge and love or your country's history to others. I very much hope that you continue to do this for a very long time, and give as many people as possible the benefit of your passion and interest. You have no doubt worked very hard to attain the highest level in your chosen vocation. As I have already said to you, I do not believe that there could be anyone in the whole of Israel who could excel at his job as you do, but I am open to the suggestion of being biased towards you ! The people who have shared the benefit of your presence on tour are extremely lucky.
M.Locke - Kent - England.

Israel, with its rich history and breathtaking scenery, is a fascinating country but what made this visit really special was our guide for the week Mr. Udi Guberman.
Udi's extensive knowledge, coupled with detailed preparation and excellent presentation, made the past come alive as well as giving us a better understanding of more recent events and putting the whole into proper context. His day to day management of the tour group and organization of our visits was faultless. On top of this he did all the driving ! Udi, Thank you again for making our silver wedding holiday/study tour so wonderful.
J. and P. Rounce - Driffield - England

Dear Udi,
Just a note to thank you for such an interesting tour,entirely due to your personal attention and instruction. As a matter of interest I completed the crossword but a few of the answers, I needed to look up.
Gloria and I have both enjoyed our visit to Eilat and your tour contributed to that enjoyment in no small measure.
J. & G. Horwell-Surrey- UK -Nov 14,1999.

Thanks Udi for a fantastic lively week. You've brought the whole area alive for me. God Bless.
Maggie

Corinne called us back to say that Udi Guberman, who was to be our guide would collect us, which he did.
Within minutes of leaving the airport, Udi had united these 12 different people into one united group, happy to feed on his charm, wit, knowledge and enthusiasm. He knew how to get the most from our days, and we were happy to rise early and get the edge on the other tourist groups. We can't pretend to remember all that he told us but he presented everything in such a clear and interesting manner that I am sure we have all brought home a vast amount of information and experience. He is to be recommended.
L.& A.Armstrong-Ilford-Essex-UK- Oct 30 1999

To instruct is one thing,
to teach another
but to enlighten is an entirely different matter.
Thank you for a most inspiring and challenging week in Israel, the memory of which will linger for a long time to come.
C.& N Brechman- April 18,1999

Dear Udi,
We just wanted to thank you for the insight you gave us of Israel, and your passion in explaining over and over again about your country. Here is our home town !! Not quite as historical (biblically) We were the Jackson's that sat at the front of the bus with a little girl, blond hair called Emmy.
The Jacksons

UDI WAS OUR SHEPHERD
WE COULD NOT WANDER
HE MADE US SIT WHEN WE WANTED TO WANDER
HE LED US WHEN WE WANTED TO REST
HE RESTORED OUR CAFFEINE LEVELS
AS HE TOOK US O'ER THE PATHS OF THE HOLY LAND
FOR THIS WE THANK HIM .
A Longwood Tour Group of 1998

Thank you for 7 memorable days. All best wishes
Andrew

It was nice to have a Canadian Tour Guide. This was our lifetime experience. Many thanks for your patience and excellent job.
Sam & Sara, Canada

Thanks for the eye opener. Its been a wonderful full week which is going to stick with me for a long time. I look forward to the travel show.
Kevin

Dear Udi, Well we are back home now in a very wet and cold England but we can all say that we had an exceptional week in Israel. Enclosed is a copy of a letter we have sent to Longwood in England singing your praises (which you deserve!) Many thanks again, with best wishes to you and your family.
Nikki and Tony,
Anneka and Lauren

Thank you very much for your help and the excellent tour ! May God continue to bless you and your family.
Southeastern Babtist Theological Seminary
Wakeforest, North Carolina

We have shared a great life experience. MAY BE !! Best wishes
Julia & Ron

Thank you for an unforgettable week. We'll probably be back so be prepared. Best wishes
Dorothy & Eleanor

Thank you both. It is difficult to believe that the tour could be improved due to your untiring efforts.
Peter & Jean

With grateful thanks to our excellent shepherds - we wanted for nothing.
Allan and Debbie

Udi -
As you started the tour you said, to look is one thing, to see another, but to understand, is an entirely different matter. Thank you for helping me to understand
Kelli

Thanks seems so inadequate for what you've been doing foor us all week. We really enjoyed the whole experience. Love & God Bless
Margaret