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Is now a good time to travel to Israel?

What is the best time of the year to travel to Israel with Birthright?

  • I heard that I can only go for free with Birthright until I turn 26, I'm 24 now and really don't want to miss the opportunity to go. So I have 1.5 years left. I want to travel in the best possible time. Also which Birthright program is the best one? (if anyone can recommend from personal experience)

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    Birthright runs trips in the winter (Dec/Jan) and in the summer (Jul/Aug). I would prefer the summer, it's so beautiful there. But it's hot hot hot, so if you don't like heat, you probably want to go in the winter. Birthright runs all different programs with different focuses. They all have to meet certain safety standards, visit certain places... but other than those requirements, they can do whatever they want. Personally, I love the Learning program. There are trips that tour the country and do all the fun stuff but they also hear lectures and attend classes on Judaism and Israel. My take on it is, if you're going to Israel, it's because you are Jewish and want to connect with your heritage. What better way than to learn Torah in Jerusalem? Good Luck, Have a safe and meaningful trip.

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Yes, you'd better jump on it. Birthrite is one program. Anyone else that has it in their name is still the same program, trust me. My boyfriend went during Chanukah last year and it was an amazing life-changing experience for him. We both fantasize about living in a place where being Jewish is the norm and not the exception, where we can eat without worrying about whether or not the food is Kosher. EDIT: I see from your previous questions that you're not Jewish. You will not be accepted by Birthrite unless you can provide documented proof of your conversion.

Your Friendly Jewish Accountant

Um...best time around september october I think it's less hot, but still hot.

JewishFeminist&Geek

I went on Birthright at the end of last year/beginning of this year and I loved it. It was quite cold at times but it depends where you are. In the Golan it could get really cold but in Haifa it felt like it was summer. You will love it! Make sure you don't waste the opportunity. My brother just turned 26 and has never been to Israel.. one of his biggest regrets was not applying for birthright last year. He didn't end up applying because he was scared he would be with a bunch of 17-18 year olds. I'm 17 and there were a good amount of people my age but there were plenty of people around your age that went as well. We all had a blast and got along great! I wish I could go again! Haifa was one of my favourite places and Zfat was very interesting culturally.

Blue8

You can go on Birthright if you are between the ages of 18 and 26, so you should sign up as soon as possible. I have heard from people who have gone on Birthright trips that both Aish HaTorah and NCSY are excellent trip providers.

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