TL-46-354/1082 Update 7

Many of us can’t believe the trip is coming to an end! It feels both like it’s been weeks, and also that it has flown by far too fast. Either way, many of us shared our gratitude for this experience throughout the day with the realization we will be returning home soon. Ok, here we…

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TL-46-2/577 Update 1

Day 1 and Day 2 Update On Sunday morning, thirty people interested in exploring their Jewishness and the State of Israel made their way to the airports in Los Angeles and Toronto to begin their Birthright trip. After months of anticipation and the incredible work of teams around the world, we were about to begin…

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TL-46-906 Update 1

Our group met up at the airport yesterday and was so excited to get to know each other. Little did we know we’d get more time together before the plane than we bargained for when our flight was delayed nearly 3 hours! After 7 hours in the airport we finally set off and had a…

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TL-46-585 Update 1

Shalom from Outdoors Max TL-46-585! We are having the best time! After our long flight we are headed to the North. We are enjoying  getting to know each other and are already feeling like family! We did a beautiful hike in Banias. We are having the time of our lives!! #bus585

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TL-46-976 Update 1

Hello! This is Cole and Jess from group TL-46-976! We landed yesterday and now we are in Tiberius about to begin our first full day including rafting on the Jordan River as well as a beautiful nature walk! The participants as well as Jess and I are just so excited to be in the Holy…

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TL-46-354/1082 Update 6

Wait, is it Monday already?!? The time flew – yet at the same time it feels like we have known some of these folks on this journey for weeks now. So many lifelong friendships formed and memories created. Today was a long but fulfilling day. We woke-up for coffee and cake at 4am (yes, you…

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TL-46-354/1082 UPDATE 5

What an evening! Last night, the Kotel was a powerful experience. Some cried, some leaned on each other for emotional support, others prayed in silence, and some just took their time to experience the Kotel their way. The tour in the old city was delightful with a rich history thanks to our tour educator, Amir.…

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TL-46-354/1082 Update 4

What a busy week! Can you believe it’s only been 5 days?!? We began Friday like every other day- with a tasty Middle Eastern breakfast. We were then joined by our Israeli friends (six Israelis in the army/post-army to join, mingle, and learn with our Americans). We did ice breakers to get to know each…

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TL-46-354/1082 Update 3

Day 3, we sure sung with glee! Although it has only been 3 days, it has felt like we have been together almost a week by this point! Our day began with breakfast, followed by a tour of Tzfat, the Jewish mysticism birthplace. Israel stood still when the Memorial Day siren went off to remember…

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