Updates from Israel

Everything has gone super well so far. After a little delay at the airport in Toronto, we landed in Israel, had our COVID tests, got wonderful sandwiches from Dr. Shakshuka (my favorite), and drove off to Tiberias. We’re staying at the King Solomon hotel which has amazing views of the Galilee (photo attached for the…

Days 5-8 updates Day 5 On Friday, we started our first full day in Jerusalem with a drive across the city, moving away from the modern high-rise apartment buildings and into the ancient, historic core: the Old City. We arrived at Jaffa Gate, navigating along the Armenian Quarter on our way to the Jewish Quarter. One moment,…

Shalom from TL-46-585! Had a wonderful time in Jerusalem! We explored the Old City, reflected at the wall, and went to an amazing lookout! #bus585

Good morning! Jess and Cole from Bus 976 here with another update! The trip has been absolutely incredible. We are currently on the way out of Jerusalem heading to the desert to see the Bedouins. The last few days have been full of wonderful activities and engaging educational material. We embarked on a walking tour…

Bus 567 as done SO MUCH! From celebrating Independence Day in Tiberias to walking the streets of the Old City of Jerusalem, #bus567 has seen so many sides of this beautiful country. Our group has seen so many amazing spots in Israel and has grown so close as a group. With the help of our…

We rocked Jerusalem. From touring the Jewish Quarter and Machane Yehudah market, to spontaneous Bar and Bat Mitzvahs for some of the group, we have conquered Jerusalem. A meaningful geopolitical discussion helped give us context of the last one-hundred years and a beautiful talk in small groups with our former and current Israeli soldier friends…

Thursday, May 5th — Day 4 update Today, we made it to Jerusalem — a perfect culmination to Yom HaAtzmaut, the Independence Day of the State of Israel. But that was just the second half of the day’s itinerary: the first half was the mind-opening journey to get there. The day began with checking out…

Day 2: The group was really excited to explore Tzfat, we could feel it after the long day of travel the day before. Today was a reflective day for everyone, as it was Yom HaZikaron (Israeli Memorial Day). Our tour guide, Bar, went through the special meaning of the day to him and this had…

Shalom from TL-46-585!! Having the best time ever! Taking outdoors max to the extreme!! We went repelling, ATVing, and did another amazing hike!  Making friendships and memories to last a lifetime.

Northern Israel Hike at Mount Arbel