After settling into Ketura (a kibbutz in the south), we had a pool party there and got to meet some residents and other groups as well as spend quality time within our own. The next day had an early wake up for us but was nothing but fun: rolling in the sand dunes, banana boating [...]

We had a relaxing and rejuvenating Shabbat yesterday! We started the day by sleeping in and then going to morning Shabbat services led by Rabbi Silvers. We discussed how people think of God differently and believe in different things, but are still able to come together as a community and a family. We went around [...]

Hello everyone who is following our journey! This is what we’ve done for the past few days: On Wednesday, we got up bright and early to go hike in the Golan Heights, where we observed all the beautiful scenery of the mountains. After breaking a sweat there, we stopped at an olive oil factory and [...]

Our first Shabbat in Israel was relaxing at Lochmei HaGetaot. We experienced a creative service using contemporary music and lyrics provided by our students and a Torah study that helped them explore their Jewish values. But mostly we rested and enjoyed the kibbutz swimming pool. After Shabbat we enjoyed the night out on a disco [...]

Our first full day in Israel was packed with activities and excitement. After a long string of flights for most of us, we all enjoyed a good night of rest at Caesar hotel in Jerusalem. Thursday morning we awoke bright and early for breakfast before heading back to Montifiories windmill, a great lookout spot in [...]