After landing we met our guide, medic, and driver. We exchanged money, ate breakfast, got SIM cards, and traveled north to do shehecheyanu at Aqueduct Caesarea. We continued on to Ein Tzur, where we toured Hanadiv Gardens, went for a hike, dipped our toes in a small pool, and got to know eachother with some [...]
And just like that Day One is complete for trip TL-48-93!After a record breaking flight across the Atlantic, we landed in Tel Aviv and took off for the North! Because of our early arrival, we had time for an impromptu beach visit at the Caesarea Aqueduct. Sandy toes and ocean breezes do well for tired [...]
On Thursday we went riding on the ATVs, followed by by a trip to Tzfat (where the participants got to see an amazing synagogue and shop in the Artist’s Colony). The participants then got to enjoy Amiad Winery. On Friday before Shabbat, we went to Yad Vashem. The participants opened up about their own family [...]
We are halfway through our second day in Israel. Everyone was exhausted but excited yesterday after getting off the plane. We went to Caesarea where the participants started learning about the history of the region and the country. Afterward, they had their first Israeli lunch :) We gave them a few hours to relax at [...]
Day 7- Our last day in Jerusalem. Participants have been learning about Jewish history, tradition, and culture. From the mysticism of Tzfat to the religious significance of Jerusalem. We learned by day and rejoiced by night. In Jerusalem, students experienced the bustle of Mahane Yehuda, the open-air market as Israelis do their weekly shopping in [...]
Hope you enjoyed July 4th! Sharing another update from here in Israel. Yesterday, we had an amazing day where we spent the first part of the morning at an old Syrian base camp, and heard some context about the border, the base itself, and the conflict between Israel and its borders. After, we spent the [...]
Today is our 2nd day together. We started our journey Sunday afternoon when 40 students filled with excitement and expectation met Zohar and me at SFO. After a 13-hour flight, we arrived in Tel Aviv, tired but in great spirits. At the airport, we received a warm welcome by Gai, our tour guide, and Neta [...]
Hi all, Excited to share an update from Birthright bus 260! After a long travel day, we landed in Israel at 4am this morning. We had a busy day exploring Caesarea and participating in a water hike in the upper Galilee. We all had a great time (group photo attached!) Everyone is excited to get [...]
After visiting the old city in Jerusalem, we went to Kfar Hanokdim to feed camels and camp out in the Bedouin tents. We woke up early the next morning to hike Masada and watch the sunrise. We then did a relaxing yoga session on top of Masada. Following Masada, we went to the Dead Sea [...]
On Monday, we visited Har Herzl. This was one of the most impactful experiences for our group. Along with the basic tour, we heard stories from our mifgashim and our Israeli staff. They shared stories of friends, family, and other fallen soldiers who they hold close to their heart. Hearing these stories helped our American [...]
