Only in New York would two local Gay nightlife scene-makers find a way to battle against each other in — of all places — The Holy Land. But it looks as if porn king Michael Lucas will take on club king Josh Wood (the man who’s brought the likes of Kylie Minogue, Lady Gaga and Pet Shop Boys to NYC) this spring and summer as both launch luxe-Gay tours of Israel.
As we’ve widely reported, Lucas (above) — the Jewish, Russian-born Zionist who loves Israel and hates Arabs — was in the Holy Land last year where he produced the first-ever Gay Israeli porno, Men of Israel.
Now fans of the film can meet Lucas’ discoveries on the first-ever Travel with Michael event — a Lucas-planned and guided visit to the Holy Land taking place in May. The trip — from May 26th to June 8th — will make the most of all the insider knowledge Lucas gleaned while making his Israeli porn, as well as from earlier visits, including a trip to cheer up battle-weary soldiers during 2006′s Lebanon War.
Meanwhile, event producer and club king Wood is partnering with Steele Luxury Travel — a big-time Gay travel specialist — on a similar trip taking place a few days later. Coinciding with Tel Aviv’s annual Gay Parade extravaganza, the Wood/Steele event will show Gay travelers the best of what they’re branding as “the new Ibiza”, and includes a major nightlife component with local club titan Shirazi.
Both trips will include the usual Israeli suspects — Jerusalem, Dead Sea and the best of Tel Aviv. Lucas’ excursion, however, promises to have a little something extra.
“I’ll also be sure to take you to one of my favorite beaches, hidden far away from the overcrowded coastal scene: Gaash Beach. This is the premiere clothing-optional beach in Tel-Aviv known only to insiders,” he enthuses. “You can feel free to lie in the sun as nude as you’d like, enjoy the ocean, or feel free to watch any number of hot guys have sex up and down the shore! I have traveled all around the world and never encountered a beach like this one.”
Doesn’t sound too Kosher to me!
While sex is certainly not guaranteed, Wood’s itinerary does feature insider nightclub access and tours of Tel Aviv’s historic Bauhaus architecture. It’s all part of what makes Israel, Wood says, the destination of the moment — despite lingering security fears.
“Israel is safer than ever, the Gay community of Tel Aviv is thriving and the land is extreme and versatile,” Wood notes. “The nightlife is simply outrageous, and makes for a perfect destination!”
Both trips are not cheap: Wood’s tour is roughly $3,000 (w/o airfare); Lucas has a pair of price structures; A 9 day tour for $2755 and also a 12 day tour for $3790.
But, hey — it’s certainly less expensive (and far more interesting) that a boring old Fire Island share.
Both trips sound great, but I think I’d feel more comfortable with Lucas’ trip. He’s done more to promote Israel, so I think he’d be a better guide of the two.
Oooh fierce!
Transracial is now promoting Miss Michael Lucas! Really!
Who regularly bashes African Americans, Palestinians and Muslims? And makes racial comments about Mr. Obama!
But he is white and Jewish so that is okay, right luv? Right! Can’t let down “your” people, no matter how hard he bashes us coloreds. Cuz you’re part of the light skin Negro elite, yes boo? He would never say these things about you!
NOT!
Lucas never made any racial remarks about Obama.Never bashed African Americans. Got any proof? Please share…No??:) Maybe a link to his article??Yes he does not like Muslim. Well, they kill his kind and probably your kind as well.And i think that YOU are the resist one and totally discredit yourself by calling a writer Negro.(Lucas never used this word-that would be racist)
Two words: boring sex.
or perhaps sexy boring…..