PAS Adult Learning Israel Trip 2011 - Park Avenue Synagogue

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
I have been to Israel many times. Why should I join this trip?
1. This will be a unique trip to Israel. With the facilitation of outstanding master educators, you will have the
opportunity to join with other motivated adult learners to experience intensive, thematic on-site text study in
small, interactive groups. We will go beyond the typical tourist experience for a deeply substantive
exploration of the land and people of Israel in all their complexity.
2. Even when visiting sites that you have seen before, we will be approaching them in a completely new way and
we guarantee that it will be a valuable and meaningful experience!
3. Traveling to Israel with other PAS members offers an unparalleled opportunity to develop new and deep
relationships as a community.
I have never been to Israel. Will I see the basic sites?
First-timers are strongly encouraged to elect the Yisrael: Wrestling with the Angels track. Each of the three tracks offered
is designed to answer different interests. We will not be traveling to the Galil or the Negev. All participants will be
exposed to many key sites in the country and will be left with a desire to come back again. If you would like to
extend your trip to explore more, our travel agent can help design a pre-trip or post-trip extension package for you.
I prefer traveling with a smaller group. Is this trip for me?
Most of the trip will take place in small groups of no more than 25 people. The full PAS group will gather on
Shabbat and for a few other experiences during the trip. We will all be staying at the same hotel each night.
Can I come for part of the time?
The trip has been designed as a full, community-building experience – from arrival to departure. All participants are
expected to join us for the full trip. If you would like to extend your trip to explore more, our travel agent can help
you design a pre-trip or post-trip extension package.
Will I have time to visit my Israeli relatives and friends?
We have set aside limited free time for you to make your own plans. If you are looking for more time with Israeli
relatives or friends, please consider coming early or leaving late.
I am concerned about security. What precautions will be taken?
Every security precaution will be taken for each of our groups. Itinerary plans are checked and changed if necessary
before departure each day, to ensure the safety of all participants.
Can I pay the land costs via credit card?
Payment by check is preferable. PAS does accept credit cards; however, there is a 2% convenience fee added.
What is not included in the Land Costs?
Almost everything is included: 7 nights in Israel, professional guides, daily breakfast and at least one other meal each
day, site admissions, special services and security. Gratuities and property/cancellation insurance are not included.
How can I purchase travel insurance?
You are more than welcome to arrange your own travel insurance. Our Air Travel Agent recommends contacting
Travelex, which can be reached at 1.888.322.6776 or www.travelex-insurance.com; when prompted please reference
OKT Travel’s location #320246.
How do I know what to pack and what the exact itinerary will be?
After you register via the Trip Registration Form, you will be hearing from us. In the spring, we will host an
orientation meeting for registered participants to discuss all logistics.