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2013 travel Guide 

Summer teen travel 

march of the livinG 

Beyond—Gap year 

adult & family travel

Welcome to BBYO Passport—the 

leader in travel for Jewish teens and 

their families. Journey with us to Israel 

or explore a world of meaningful travel 

opportunities on five continents. All 

of our programs embrace pluralistic 

Jewish values and are designed to 

provide opportunities for inspiration, 

connection, and community. 

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Prior affiliation with BBYO is not necessary. 

Summer Teen Travel 

Summer programs for high school and 

middle school teens represent our flagship 

experiences. Since 1956, BBYO has 

provided eye-opening journeys to Israel, 

and now to 18 different countries! Although 

every program is different, they all share the 

same core elements—active touring, crosscultural 

interactions, and new friendships 

with fellow Jewish teens of all backgrounds 

from all around the world. 

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March of the Living 

The March of the Living is a two-week 

international experience where teens from 

around the world come together each year 

and bear witness to the destruction of the 

Holocaust in Poland and then travel to Israel 

to rejoice in the Jewish Homeland. The 

program commemorates Yom HaShoah 

(Holocaust Memorial Day) by marching from 

Auschwitz to Birkenau and celebrates 

Yom HaAtzmaut (Israeli Independence Day) 

in the streets of Jerusalem. 

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Beyond—Gap Year 

Beyond is BBYO’s Israel-based gap year 

experience for Jewish students following 

their high school graduation. Participants 

can choose between a 5-month or 9-month 

experience. The program weaves together 

academic study, leadership development, 

community service, eduational travel, 

and Jewish life experiences in Israel. The 

program is designed for aspiring students 

seeking a unique launching point into 

adulthood. 

Why Travel Jewishly? 

Exploring new places is inherently 

enriching; doing so with a diverse 

group of Jewish peers can be uniquely 

powerful. Whether you come from a 

traditional Jewish background or a 

more secular one, we strive to create a 

sense of community on the road where 

everyone feels welcome. Connecting 

through our shared identity and 

learning about our colorful history in 

every corner of the globe will ensure 

that you not only have a great summer, 

but a meaningful one, too. 

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Adult & Family Travel 

The BBYO Passport experience is open 

to adults and families, too! Join an 8-15 day 

multi-generational trip to Israel or Europe. 

Let us take care of all the planning so that 

you can focus on the experience. Be a part 

of a close-knit touring community and create 

your next travel memories with us.

Summer 

Teen 

Travel 

Red Sea, Israel 

Your Ticket to the World This Summer 

Join us for a summer of new experiences and new 

friendships. BBYO Passport organizes the most popular 

summer travel programs for Jewish high school and 

middle school teens. Our trips are open to anyone with 

a spirit for adventure and a desire to experience the full 

color of the world. All Jewish teens can participate— 

BBYO membership is not required. 

BBYO Passport is the most popular provider of Jewish teen travel experiences. Here’s why… 

Worldwide Destinations 

Passport programs travel 

to Israel and destinations as 

diverse as Italy, Costa Rica, 

South Africa, France, Spain, 

England, Poland, Bulgaria, 

and the Western USA. 

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All Jewish Teens 

Passport programs embrace 

pluralistic Jewish values and 

are appropriate for Jewish 

teens of all backgrounds. 

Whether you come from a 

traditional or a more secular 

background, we strive for 

everyone to feel welcome. 

Chart Your Own Course 

Passport makes it easy to 

experience the world the way 

you want. Trips depart every 

Tuesday from mid-June to 

late July. Travel experiences 

range from ten days to six 

weeks. Many of our programs 

are modular — which means 

that two individual programs 

can be linked together for 

maximum summer globetrotting 

travel. 

Israel Experiences 

Israel programs are at the heart of 

BBYO Passport. Since 1956, BBYO 

has been sharing the magic of a 

summer in Israel with Jewish teens. 

Teens who travel to Israel during 

their high school years develop a 

profound understanding of Jewish 

history; can better appreciate 

the miracle of modern Israel, and 

benefit from a stronger sense of 

their own Jewish identity—without 

any specific denominational or 

ideological approach. 

Parents and Teens Agree 

Parents know that BBYO 

Passport experiences 

will be enriching and 

meaningful. Teens know 

that they have signed on 

for the adventure of a 

lifetime. It’s truly the best 

of both worlds. 

Membership Not Required 

Passport programs are 

open to all Jewish teens— 

regardless of prior BBYO 

involvement. In fact, typical 

trips are evenly comprised 

of members and nonmembers. 

Worldwide Experiences 

Chart your own course. Explore the 

cultural treasures of Western Europe, 

retrace the story of Jewish life in 

Poland, join a service experience 

in Bulgaria, explore the natural 

beauty of Costa Rica and South 

Africa, or stay closer to home on an 

adventure in the American West. 

International teen travel presents a 

unique opportunity to reach out and 

touch our world, while gaining a new 

perspective on life at home. 

Specialized Staff Teams 

Passport programs are 

staffed by a highly selective 

group of licensed guides, 

community professionals, 

informal educators and 

emerging leaders. Many 

of our staff return each 

summer and bring a 

passion for leadership, 

mentoring, and creating 

inspirational travel 

experiences. 

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Summer Teen Travel March of the Living Beyond—Gap Year Adult & Family Travel

Israel 


Casui Sand Dunes, 

Israel 

BBYO B’Yachad 2013 Celebration 

This coming July 2013, BBYO Passport will convene 

hundreds of teens on virtually all of our Israel trips for 

a massive celebration. The name of the event, BBYO 

B’Yachad, is Hebrew for the word “togetherness”. 

True to its name, the 2012 event drew together an 

international community of Jewish teens from South 

Africa, Australia, Turkey, Bulgaria, France, Israel, and 

from 41 states and provinces in the USA and Canada. 

Join us for the party of the summer in 2013! 

iSrael Journey* 

21 Days 

21 Days 

Departing every Tuesday from June 18 to July 16 

BBYO Passport’s most popular Israel experience. Journey from the Galilee in the north to 

the tropical Red Sea in the south. Experience a Shabbat in Jerusalem, watch the sunrise 

from on top of Masada, and tap into the innovative spirit of Tel Aviv. Israel Journey is a wellbalanced 

opportunity to explore the history, natural beauty, and modern culture of the Jewish 

Homeland. $4,950 

iSrael Journey pluS 

28 Days 

June 25 – July 22 / July 2 – 29 

Extend the core Israel Journey with an elective and enrichment week. During the first part 

of the week, participants choose from either a “Sea-to-Sea Hike” or a “Culture & Innovation 

Tour”. The second part of the week is dedicated to living in and supporting a local community 

through a series of service projects and cross-cultural exchanges. $5,800 

trek iSrael* 

July 2 – 22 

All of the core elements of the Israel Journey program combined with a special focus on 

connecting to the beauty of the Land of Israel through a series of active outdoor experiences— 

including a “Sea-to-Sea Hike” and a desert orienteering challenge in the heart of the Negev 

Desert. $4,950 

impact: iSrael* 

21 Days 

July 2 – 22 

A service learning program in Israel for teens seeking to make an impact and understand Israel 

on a deeper level. Give of yourself on a series of extended community service projects, meet 

Israeli teens from varied backgrounds, explore Israel’s multicultural richness, and learn about 

the technological, environmental and social innovations that are driving the development of 

contemporary Israel. $4,950 

international leaderShip Seminar iSrael (ilSi)* 

“People should go on this program not only 

because it’s an incredible experience to be in 

Israel with your closest friends, but it helps you 

find out who you are culturally and spiritually. 

It helps you find yourself.” 

21 Days 

July 2 – 22 

ILSI is an elite leadership program designed for BBYO members and welcomes Jewish teens 

from around the world. The experience combines educational touring, leadership training, 

interactive seminars and meaningful community service. Gain a fuller understanding of Jewish 

history, an appreciation for the complexity of modern Israel, and an enduring connection to 

the Jewish People and Jewish State. $5,350 

* keep the memorieS GoinG! thiS trip can Be comBined With a 7-day iSrael 

eXtenSion proGram 

Alec Werner / Philadelphia, PA 

Israel Journey 

many proGramS can Be connected toGether. for more detailS, See paGe 11. 

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euro-iSrael Journey central* 

30 Days 

June 23 – July 22 

Travel to Prague and Budapest to explore the cultural riches and achievements of the Jewish 

People in Europe. Continue on to Poland and bear witness to the destruction of the Holocaust 

at Auschwitz-Birkenau, Krakow, and Warsaw. From Europe, we journey to Israel for our threeweek 

Israel Journey experience and celebrate the renewal of the Jewish People in the Land 

of Israel. $6,900 

euro-iSrael Journey Spain* 

28 Days 


A weeklong tour of Spain’s Andalusia region followed by the core three-week Israel Journey 

experience. Retrace Jewish history during the Golden Age of Spain, climb the Rock of Gibraltar, 

and soak up the sun on Spain’s famous Costa Del Sol. Then travel on to Israel for a once-in-alifetime 

journey from north to south and from sea to sea. $6,650 

* keep the memorieS GoinG! thiS trip can Be comBined With a 7-day iSrael 

eXtenSion proGram 


Eiffel Tower, France 

Europe 

+Israel 


“This was the most amazing trip I have 

ever been on. I genuinely enjoyed 

learning about the history of every 

place we went to and I loved the 

people I met this summer. Thank 

you for an amazing experience!” 

Ari Richmon / Glencoe, IL 

Euro-Israel Journey Spain 

euro-QueSt WeStern 

Europe 

14 Days 

Travel to the grand capitals of Amsterdam, Brussels, Paris and London. Visit the Anne Frank 

Home, the Eiffel Tower, the Mona Lisa, Normandy, and Big Ben. Experience the highlights, 

heritage, and treasures of Western Europe. $4,900 

euro-QueSt mediterranean 

14 Days 

Travel along the Mediterranean Coast and explore the treasures of Italy in Milan, Rome, Venice, 

Florence and Verona. Hike in the Italian Alps, go rafting in the backcountry of Slovenia, and 

explore the majesty of the Coliseum, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, and the Vatican. $4,900 

euro-QueSt Spain 

14 Days 

Explore the cities of Barcelona, Madrid, Seville, Toledo, Cordoba and Granada. View the art of 

Picasso, climb the Rock of Gibraltar, tour the Alhambra Palace, and spend a Shabbat on the 

island of Majorca surrounded by the Mediterranean Sea. Learn about the richness of Jewish life 

in Spain, old and new. $4,875 

euro-QueSt continental 

28 Days 

Travel from Rome to Amsterdam on a grand European tour. Explore Italy, Slovenia, France, 

England, Belgium, and Holland—combining all of the highlights of Euro-Quest Mediterranean 

and Euro-Quest Western. Get the full flavor of Europe on this four-week transcontinental 

program. $7,500 

amBaSSador to BulGaria 

10 Days 

June 25 – July 8 / July 9 – 22 

July 2 – 15 / July 23 – August 5 


July 2 – 29 


Be a part of a close-knit group of teens instilling hope in a Jewish community with a remarkable 

past. Take part in community service projects, build lasting friendships with local Jewish teens 

from Eastern Europe, and tour a hidden gem of Europe. $3,400 


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Africa 

“I had an AWESOME summer. 

I met great people and did 

TONS of new things.” 

Noah Goldman / Rye Brooke, NY 

South Africa Journey 

South african Journey 

21 Days 

July 2 – 22 

Travel into the southern hemisphere on an epic safari adventure. The South African Journey is 

a 3-week experience combining safari, service, and programming with local Jewish teens from 

Cape Town. Learn about the achievements of the anti-apartheid movements, make a difference 

volunteering at a local school, and come face-to-face with the “Big Five” and exotic wildlife of 

all kinds. $6,975 



Kruger National Park, 

South Africa 

eco-QueSt coSta rica 

14 Days 

June 25 – July 8 / July 2 – 15 / July 23 – August 5 

Journey into the jungles of Costa Rica. This active travel experience features zip-lining above cloud 

forests, hiking on active volcanoes, and kayaking on the tropical beaches of the Pacific Ocean. 

Learn about Costa Rica’s unique approach to ecological sustainability, give back on community 

service projects, and spend a Shabbat with the Jewish community of San Jose. $3,200 

trek WeSt uSa 

21 Days 

June 25 – July 15 / July 2 – 22 

A grand adventure and tour in the American West. Travel throughout California, Nevada, 

Utah, and Arizona. Explore the national park marvels of Yosemite, Zion, Bryce, and the Grand 

Canyon. Volunteer at a world-renowned shelter for abused dogs; experience the very best 

of Los Angeles and San Francisco; and come away with a much deeper appreciation for the 

richness of America. $4,950 


there are additional travel optionS for 7th and 8th GraderS. See paGe 10. 

La Fortuna Waterfalls, 

Costa Rica 

“BBYO Passport is a reputable organization that delivers. 

I wanted my son to be with Jewish teens and I knew his trip 

would be the smashing success that it was.” 

Lisa Brodsky / Tulsa, OK 

Eco-Quest Costa Rica 

The 

Americas 

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7 th & 8 th 

Grade 

Do Something Unique and Extraordinary This Summer 

Join a BBYO Connect experience and travel with a group of current 7th and 8th 

graders in the American West. Each trip combines elements of outdoor adventure, 

active touring, service projects, and Jewish experiences on the road. Choose from 

a 2-week journey in either the Pacific Northwest or in the Southwest/California. 

Looking for more? Link the two programs together for a 4-week road trip to 

remember from Seattle to Phoenix. See a brand new side of America that you have 

only dreamed about, and challenge yourself along the way. 

northWeSt connect 

15 Days 


Travel from Seattle to San Francisco—exploring the rugged Pacific beaches and trendy cities 

of Washington, Oregon, and northern California. Walk in the shadow of the redwood trees, go 

rafting on the Columbia River Gorge, and visit the campus of Microsoft and Amazon. Along the 

way, we explore the national park marvels of Olympic, Mt. Rainier, and Crater Lake. $4,100 

SouthWeSt connect 

15 Days 

July 10 – 24 

Travel from San Francisco to Phoenix—exploring the cities and natural wonders of California, 

Nevada, Utah, and Arizona. Walk across the Golden Gate Bridge, stay at a dude-ranch, and 

kayak on Lake Tahoe. Along the way, we explore the national park marvels of Yosemite, Zion, 

Bryce, and the Grand Canyon. $3,900 

pacific connect 

28 Days 

Bryce Canyon National Park, 

Utah 


Combine Northwest and Southwest Connect for an extraordinary four-week summer adventure. 

Travel from Seattle to Phoenix, going on breathtaking hikes, exploring new cities, giving back on 

local service projects, and bonding with new friends on the ultimate road trip. $7,400 


Connections & Extensions 

Israel Extension 

Most Israel trips can be combined with a weeklong elective week experience. The 

first half of the week is an elective where teens can choose from a “Sea-to-Sea 

Hike” from the Mediterranean Sea to the Sea of Galilee or a “Culture & Innovation 

Tour” based in the Tel Aviv area. The second half of the week is a community 

service experience. The 7-day Israel extension is a great complement to the 

traditional touring and is designed to shed light on unique aspects of Israeli society. 

Connected Experiences 

BBYO Passport makes it easy to customize your travel experience by selecting 

two core programs for a more complete summer of eye-opening travel. Connected 

experiences provide a wonderful opportunity to see more of the world and meet 

a wider circle of friends. Trip connections have full staff supervision and typically 

include a rest day in between experiences. 

Program Ages Length Dates Cost 

israel + europe trips 

Euro-Quest Western + Israel Journey 9-12 Grade 35 Days Jun 25 – Jul 29 $8,250 

Euro-Quest Spain + Israel Journey 9-12 Grade 35 Days Jun 25 – Jul 29 $8,150 

Euro-Quest Mediterranean + Israel Journey 9-12 Grade 35 Days Jul 02 – Aug 05 $8,150 

Ambassador to Bulgaria + ILSI 9-12 Grade 29 Days Jun 24 – Jul 22 $7,050 

Ambassador to Bulgaria + IMPACT: Israel 10-12 Grade 29 Days Jun 24 – Jul 22 $6,850 

Ambassador to Bulgaria + Israel Journey 9-12 Grade 29 Days Jun 24 – Jul 22 $6,850 

Ambassador to Bulgaria + Trek Israel 9-12 Grade 29 Days Jun 24 – Jul 22 $6,850 

israel + uSa trips 

Trek West USA + Israel Journey 9-12 Grade 42 Days Jun 25 – Aug 05 $9,350 

israel + costa rica trips 

Eco-Quest Costa Rica + Israel Journey 9-12 Grade 35 Days #1: Jun 25 – Jul 29 

#2: Jul 02 – Aug 05 

$7,750 

ILSI + Eco-Quest Costa Rica 10-12 Grade 35 Days Jul 02 – Aug 05 $8,050 

IMPACT: Israel + Eco-Quest Costa Rica 9-12 Grade 35 Days Jul 02 – Aug 05 $7,750 

Israel Journey Plus + Eco-Quest Costa Rica 9-12 Grade 42 Days Jun 25 – Aug 05 $8,500 

Trek Israel + Eco-Quest Costa Rica 9-12 Grade 35 Days Jul 02 – Aug 05 $7,750 

costa rica + europe trips 

Eco-Quest Costa Rica + Euro-Quest Western 9-12 Grade 28 Days #1: Jun 25 – Jul 22 

#2: Jul 09 – Aug 05 

$7,600 

costa rica + uSa trips 

Trek West USA + Eco-Quest Costa Rica 9-12 Grade 35 Days Jul 02 – Aug 05 $7,750 

uSa + europe trips 

Trek West USA + Euro-Quest Mediterranean 9-12 Grade 35 Days Jul 02 – Aug 05 $9,275 

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Summer 2013 Trip Calendar 


How to Participate 

What’s included 

Summer teen travel experiences include all meals, 

accommodations, touring activities, and medical 

insurance covering non pre-existing conditions. All 

programs in Israel, Europe and Africa include a round 

trip flight from New York City as part of the core tuition. 

BBYO Passport trips are staffed by a combination of 

licensed professionals and young adult leaders. Our 

teen-to-staff ratio is typically eight-to-one. Most groups 

range in size from 25 to 40 teens, and participants are 

assigned to age appropriate groups wherever possible. 

how to register 

Sign-up online at www.bbyopassport.org. 

BBYO Passport is proud to offer risk-free registration 

for summer teen travel programs through February 28, 

2013. You can register now, pay the $250 trip deposit 

to lock in your space and feel 100% comfortable 

knowing that you can cancel for any reason without 

penalty. Many trips sell-out early. Confirm your plans 

with confidence today. 

israel teen travel Scholarships available 

In keeping with our mission to share the experience 

of Israel with as many Jewish teens as possible, 

generous need-based scholarships are available 

to all teens traveling with BBYO Passport to Israel 

on a peer experience. 

Milk & Honey National Israel Scholarship is available 

for all Summer 2013 Israel programs. Funding is 

available according to need and up to $2,000/ 

participant. 

The Spitzer Fellowship is for teens taking part in 

International Leadership Seminar Israel, BBYO’s 

premier members-only program in Israel, where 

finances are a restricting factor. 

Community Funds. Many local Jewish Federations, 

synagogues and other community institutions offer 

funds for teen Israel travel. A partial list is available 

at www.passport.bbyo.org/israel/scholarships. 

BBYO Regional Scholarships. Members of BBYO can 

contact their Regional/Council Staff for additional 

scholarships available in their community. Additionally, 

chapters occasionally set aside scholarship money 

or can help raise money for members to use for 

travel to Israel. 

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March of 

the Living 

Treblinka, 

Poland 

Join thousands of Jewish teens on April 3-17, 

2013. The March of the Living is a two-week 

international experience where teens from 

around the world come together and bear 

witness to the destruction of the Holocaust 

in Poland and then travel to Israel to rejoice 

in the Jewish Homeland. The program 

commemorates Yom HaShoah, Holocaust 

Memorial Day, by marching from Auschwitz to 

Birkenau and celebrates Yom HaAtzmaut, Israeli 

Independence Day, in the streets of Jerusalem. 


BBYO Delegations 

Teens wishing to join the March of the 

Living can join the National Teen Delegation 

or travel locally on select Community 

Delegations. 

national teen delegation 

BBYO’s National Teen Delegation is open 

to all Jewish high school teens. As with all 

BBYO Passport programs, this experience is 

designed for Jewish teens of all backgrounds 

and does not require prior BBYO involvement. 

community delegations 

BBYO Passport partners with select 

community organizations to offer regional 

delegations to the March of the Living. Visit 

www.bbyo.org/march for more information. 

adults participants 

Parents and other adults (age 21 and over) 

can take part in the March of the Living 

experience alongside our National Teen 

Delegation. 

“I felt that it was my responsibility as 

a Jew to witness the atrocities of the 

Holocaust and help educate others.” 

Allexie Boydman 

Marlboro, NJ 

march of the livinG 

15 Days 

“There was nothing more powerful, 

nothing more uplifting than walking 

out of the gates of Auschwitz with 

thousands of other Jewish teens. 

I took a moment to look back. It 

was unbelievable.” 

Tamir Shargal 

Dallas, TX 


program cost: $5,050 

Tuition includes roundtrip flights from New 

York City, accommodations, all meals and 

programming. Participants are responsible 

for their own travel to JFK Airport and 

suggested gratuities of $100. 

how to register 

Sign-up online at www.bbyo.org/march. 

BBYO Passport is proud to offer risk-free 

registration for the March of the Living 

through January 8, 2013 Registration is 

available for only 200 teens, after which 

we will open a wait list. 

Scholarships Available 

In keeping with BBYO Passport’s mission 

to share the experience of Israel with as 

many Jewish teens as possible, the March 

of the Living—National Teen Delegation 

Scholarship is available for participation in 

MOTL 2013. Funds are available according 

to need in the amount of $1,000-$2,000. 

Deadline to apply: December 17, 2012 

April 3 – 17 

Week #1: poland > Travel to Poland to honor the Jewish community of the past in cities like 

Krakow, Lublin, and Warsaw—and emotionally retrace the history and horrors of the Holocaust. 

To mark Yom HaShoah, teens from over 60 countries take part in a moving two-mile “March 

of the Living” from Auschwitz to Birkenau— concluding with the singing of Hatikvah, which 

reaffirms “Am Yisrael Chai—The Jewish People Live.” 

Week #2: israel > Fly from Poland to Israel to join millions of Israelis in celebrating Yom 

Ha’Atzmaut— Israel’s 65th Independence Day festivities. Travel to Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and the 

Dead Sea. Walk in the footsteps of 3,000 years of Jewish history and experience the modern 

day miracle of Israel’s creation with a deep sense of appreciation and joy. 

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5-month proGram 

August 22, 2013 – January 22, 2014 

Tel Aviv University Campus, Tel Aviv Experience the best of city and campus life in a vibrant Mediterranean metropolis. Tel Aviv 

is one of the world’s most innovative cities, and it’s yours to call home in Israel. The first 

session of Beyond is centered within Tel Aviv and takes advantage of its many assets—Hebrew 

language immersion, a taste of campus life at Tel Aviv University, service learning projects, 

Summer 

Gap Year 

new media electives, educational travel, and ample opportunities for self-discovery. $15,250 

Teen 

9-month proGram 

9 Months August 22, 2013 – May 21, 2014 

The second session on Beyond is about choosing your own path. The session begins with a 

series of elective program options, and culminates with a community-based service experience 

where participants are able to focus on a project in Jerusalem or Ethiopia that most speaks to 

them. Together, these experiences are designed to open a window onto a unique aspect of 

society and give participants a chance to leave their own personal mark. $20,950 

Beyond is BBYO’s Israel-based gap year experience 

where pre-undergraduate Jewish young adults 

gain important life skills, earn academic credit and 

Why a Gap Year? 


explore their Jewish identity while setting a course 

Gap year programs take place following high one Session / 5-months 

for their future. The program offers a unique balance 

school graduation and before embarking Dates: August 22, 2013 – January 4, 2014 

on an undergraduate degree track. A gap Tuition: $15,250 

TravelMarch 

of academics, experiential travel, enrichment 

year program enables participants to 

of 

step outside of the typical high school-to- two Sessions / 9-months 

education, cultural immersion, and community 

the 

college-to-career progression and reflect on Dates: August 22, 2013 – May 21, 2014 

service. Beyond is open to applicants of all Jewish 

who they are now and what they want to be Tuition: $20,950 

as a budding adult. In the process, gap year 

Living 

financial aid 

backgrounds and nationalities. 

participants gain confidence, focus, and life 

Most Beyond participants are eligible for 

skills. Ultimately, participants on gap year 

an automatic $1,000 grant from Masa. 

programs are better positioned to succeed 

An additional $3,000 in needs-based 

on campus and beyond. 

scholarships is also available from Masa. 

Discount opportunities as well as other 

College Credit 

scholarship resources are available. 

Although Beyond is not a traditional study- how to apply 

abroad experience, the first session of 

Enrollment in Beyond is limited to 60 

the program offers a taste of academic participants for the 2013-2014 program year. 

and campus life. Tel Aviv University (TAU) Make the decision to embark on Beyond 

is Israel’s largest academic institution, 

today. Applying through the online 

attracting leading students from across application is easy—no application fee is 

Israel and from around the world. Beyond required, and all program payments are 

participants are enrolled as official students 100% refundable through March 15, 2013. 

and have full access to TAU’s vibrant campus The application and detailed payment and 

Beyond—Gap 

life—taking at least two college-level 

registration terms are available online at 

courses for credit. It is a wonderful way to www.beyondyear.org/admissions. 

Year 

prepare for the rigors of college life and 

instill a love for learning. 

What’s included 

Beyond is a generally all-inclusive 

“A gap year in Israel is an incredible way to experience 

NOTE: Participants may opt to take part in an abbreviated 

experience. Tuition covers accommodations, 

two session experience by special advance request. 

Israel as a tourist never could and emerge with 

food, transportation, programming, and 

Participation in the second session alone is discouraged. 

remarkable learning and growth that will propel 

academic credit. Although some travel 

opportunities are offered as an “optional 

your success on campus and beyond.” 

add-on”, the core Beyond program is a 

Graham Hoffman 

comprehensive and rich experience. 

Associate Vice President– 

Strategy for Hillel International 

Beyond is a program of BBYO, the world’s leading pluralistic Jewish youth movement. The program 

Adult 

brings together the experience and expertise of BBYO and its local partner, Authentic Israel. 

& 

Key supporting partners include Hillel: Foundation for Jewish Campus Life, Tel Aviv University, 

and Masa Israel Journey. 

Family Travel 


5 Months 

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Adult 

& Family 

Travel 

The BBYO Passport experience is open to adults 

and families, too! Join an 8-15 day multi-generational 

trip to Israel or Europe. Let us take care of all the planning 

so that you can focus on the experience. Be a part of a 

close-knit touring community and create your next travel 

memories with us. 

Prior affiliation with BBYO is not necessary. 

Dead Sea, Israel 


“This was the trip and 

experience of a lifetime for 

myself, for my wife, and our kids.” 

Jeff Kohos / Montreal, QC 

Israel Family Journey 

iSrael family Journey 

Explore the beauty of Israel on this active travel experience for adults and families. Join travelers 

from across North America and take in Israel’s rich history, modern culture, and landscapes. 

The Israel Family Journey itinerary includes all of Israel’s must-see sites like Jerusalem, Masada, 

Dead Sea, Judean Desert, Sea of Galilee, Golan Heights, Haifa, Caesarea, Mediterranean Coast, 

Tel Aviv, and an optional visit to Eilat. Along the way, we take the time to explore Israel’s off-thebeaten-path 

charm, diverse cultures, and uniquely delicious food. The Israel Family Journey is 

also about simply having a great time in Israel! $1,780-$2,150* 

iSrael family eXtenSion 

Join your teen in Israel after the conclusion of their experience on IMPACT: Israel or ILSI. The 

extension tour is custom designed to pick-up where our teen program leaves off, covering 

many of the Israel experiences not included in the core ILSI or Impact itineraries. $2,200 

italy family Journey 


In order to reserve your place on a program, 

a $250/person deposit fee is due with 

registration. The trip deposit is fully refundable 

up to 120 days prior to program start date. The 

balance of payment is due no later than 60 

days prior to trip start date. Participants who 

cancel within 120 days of the program start 

date will receive a refund, minus the deposit. 

Participants who cancel within 60 days of the 

program start date are not entitled to a refund. 

To register for Adult & Family Travel, download 

the program registration form online. 

Registration and payment for Adult & Family 

Travel is managed by our travel partner, 

Authentic Israel. 

8 – 11 Days 

11 Days 

age appropriateness 

Adult & Family Travel programs have active 

itineraries, packed with experiences designed 

to provide you with the full flavor of Israel or 

our European destinations. Although these 

programs do not have any formal age limits, the 

itinerary involves a good amount of walking and 

some long touring days. 

July 18 or July 21 – July 28 


Join us in sunny Italy this coming summer on an 11-day tour of Milan, Venice, Florence, Pisa, and 

Rome. Tour world-heritage sites such as the Coliseum, Sistine Chapel, Leaning Tower of Pisa, 

canals of Venice, and Michelangelo’s David. As a Jewish experience, the Italy Family Journey 

experience is also about connecting with the unique history of the Jewish people in Italy – 

alongside fellow Jewish travelers. We visit centuries-old Italian synagogues, spend Shabbat with 

the local Jewish community or Venice and Rome, and we explore the world’s original ghetto and 

learn about what it represents. $2,750 

Spain family Journey 

8 – 12 Days 

10 Days 

July 3 – 12 

Explore Spain’s southern Andalusia region—Madrid, Granada, Toledo, Seville, and Gibraltar. 

View the art of Picasso, tour the majestic Al Hambra Palace, climb the Rock of Gibraltar, 

luxuriate at a traditional hammam bathhouse, and relax along the beaches of the Costa del Sol. 

Retrace Jewish history during the Golden Age of Spain and celebrate Shabbat with the local 

Jewish community. $2,400 

march of the livinG—adult participantS 

May 23 / June 20 / June 27 / July 4 / Aug 1 / Aug 8 / Aug 15 

15 Days 

Is This Experience Right 

for Me? 

Group composition 

Group sizes typically range from 15-40. Groups 

are comprised of couples traveling without 

children, single adults, friends, and families 

traveling with children of all ages. Because 

of the active nature of the program, children 

traveling with their parents are usually over the 

age of 10, but activities are suitable for children, 

teens, and adults of all ages! When possible, bus 

groups are divided by adults traveling without 

children, and families traveling with children. 

a Jewish travel experience 

Adult & Family Travel programs are not affiliated 

with any Jewish denomination, however, all 

group meals are kosher or vegetarian, the 

itinerary focuses on telling the story of the 

Jewish People, and there is no bus-based 

touring on Shabbat. In other words, this 

tour is designed for Jewish travelers of all 

backgrounds. Each group forms a traveling 

community, often fostering new friendships 

that last long after the trip is over. 

*Discounts for children are available 

April 3 – 17 

Parents and other adults (age 21 and over) can take part in the March of the Living experience 

alongside our National Teen Delegation. Contact us for additional details. $5,450-$6,250 

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Beit Guvrin Caves, 

Israel 

“It was my first 

time abroad, 

and the trip of 

my life.” 

Rachel Blasen / New York, NY 

Euro-Israel Journey Central

Ramon Crater, Israel 

BBYOPASSPORT.ORG 

Take advantage of no-risk registration terms. 

Lisa Darling / New London, CT 

Israel Family Journey 

“The trip was a wonderful experience that I will treasure for a lifetime!” 

2020 K Street NW, 7th Floor 

Washington, DC 20006 

1-800-698-1002

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