Australian ultra marathon runner ran through Lebanon, Jordan, the Palestinian territories to Israel arriving at the Jaffa Gate, Jerusalem yesterday afternoon.

The  Dan Hotels continues to Lead with Example and Support... Running for Peace in Israel

Tel Aviv, Israel, May 20^th, 2014: Dan Hotels Israel was delighted to be a part of Pat Farmer’s mission to complete his Middle East Peace run. Starting on May 1^st, Pat 52, the Australian ultra marathon runner ran through Lebanon, Jordan, the Palestinian territories to Israel arriving at the Jaffa Gate, Jerusalem yesterday afternoon.

The celebratory reception last night at the King David Hotel, Jerusalem, was hosted by the Australian Ambassador to Israel, Mr. Dave Sharma, who spoke about this wonderful and inspiring achievement that shows one man’s efforts to overcome obstacles.

Farmer told the audience how he hoped that running together could help show the positive side to the places that he had visited. He commented on the great support he received in all areas and how the Dan Hotels had looked after him all the way through Israel. 

Pictured here in the grounds of the King David: Pat Farmer, 

sporting the Dan Logo on his arm, with 

Rafi Baeri, VP Marketing and Sales, Dan Hotels, on the right 

and Dror Danino, Hotel Manager.

Danny Hakim, the founder and chairman of Budo for Peace, who helped untangle some of the bureaucracy involved in crossing borders, also spoke at the reception, explaining how the initiative came about and how he believes that sport is an agent for change. Hakim also commented on the Dan involvement saying: “Imagine how it feels, running 80 kms a day knowing that you’re going to end up in a Dan Hotel.” Pat himself added jokingly, "it made starting the next morning more difficult.”

In addition to creating awareness and better understanding among people in the Middle East, Pat wanted to show the unique and beautiful tourist attractions of the region and its people. A documentary film crew with LIVE TV feed accompanied him throughout the run.

About the Dan Hotels:

Dan Hotels Israel is the country’s leading luxury hotel chain with 14 properties located around the country. Established in 1948 the company motto has also been to provide guests with the very best in luxury, service and cuisine. The King David is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World. During his run, Pat Farmer was hosted at; Dan Eilat, Dan Gardens Ashkelon, Dan Accadia, Herzliya, Dan Carmel, Dan Jerusalem and the King David.

www.danhotels.com