Ezra Adventures

Episode XI: The Coolest Thing I've Ever Done

One of the first questions I’m often asked when some finds out about Ezra Adventures, these Chocolate Fish Tales or my documentation work...

Episode X: Permission Vs. Forgiveness

The popular saying, “It’s easier to get forgiveness than permission” would be a great motto for the state of Israel. In fact, Israel’s...

Avi, The Eilat Sabra: Chocolate Fish Tales IX

Some people are just unforgettable, Israelis perhaps even more so. Unique, eclectic, and at times, stubbornly quirky. Once a conversation...

Doug's 4 Personal Exports Treasures

For many first-timers to Israel, it’s hard to go there without bringing something back from what is often a life-changing trip....

Jericho John: Chocolate Fish Tales VIII

During the 6-week photoshoot for Israel Rising, there were many unexpected adventures and side stories worthy of the “Chocolate Fish...

Coffee Rant: Chocolate Fish Tales VII

I grew up with a coffee drinking father who was both a farmer and a long-haul truck driver. The amount of coffee he drank daily was...

Dueling Darbukas...at a Barbershop: Chocolate Fish Tales Episode 6

One afternoon as some of the Galileans were hanging out (the name for the group of guys that I run around within the Galilee), we were...

Pyramids Not Lines: Chocolate Fish Tales Episode 5

One of the social quirks of Israel is the lack of lines. It's been jokingly said that Israelis while waiting for something, don't believe...

Introvert's Nightmare: Chocolate Fish Tales continue

Introvert’s Nightmare in Row 8 In the early days of Ezra Adventures, I flew standby, A LOT. Flying standby is not the most reliable...

Chocolate Fish Tales: Olga's Massage

I tend to strive for a holistic lifestyle as life on the road can be hard on your body. I do my best to eat clean, exercise, and get in...