Birthright Israel Blog

Recent events at leading universities are shameful dismissal and abandonment of the core American value: ‘that the Government of the United States gives to bigotry no sanction, to persecution no assistance.

Ever wondered who pays for Birthright trips? Discover how the 10-day trip is funded by 40,000 donors and how you can help keep this Jewish rite of passage alive.

Great! We're excited to have you. You're going to see a lot of beautiful sights, and so will your cameras. This is the trip of a lifetime and one you’ll remember forever. Especially since we’re gonna set you up for success when it comes to capturing your experience.

So, you're going on Birthright Israel – are you really ready? There's a lot to take in, but that's why we're hooking you up with the insider's guide to Israel.

Foodie culture is huge in Israel, and it’s no surprise that Tel Aviv is at the center. Whether you’re craving a traditional falafel or looking to settle down for a weekend brunch, you can find all types of eateries in the White City.

One of the most common questions that people have before signing up for Birthright Israel, is whether they are Jewish enough for the trip. But whether you’re from an interfaith family or never been to synagogue, Judaism is more than a religion.

There’s no denying that a Birthright Israel trip leaves an impact in more ways than one. It’s an opportunity to connect with one’s roots, visit ancient holy sites, and experience once-in-a-lifetime adventures with friends from all around the world.

Did you know that 9 out of 10 people who travel with Birthright Israel rate their trip as great or “one of the best experiences of my life” Our past alumni love to tell us how much their 10-day adventure in Israel meant to them.

My first trip to Israel was on a Birthright Israel trip in January 2013; this also happened to be my freshman year of college at Temple University.

These are all comments we’ve heard our Jewish American friends tell us for years about the Birthright Israel experience that drew us to apply for the trip in the first place.

Israel stretches over 260 miles from the North to the South. During my 10-day trip on Sachlav’s Israel on the House, we covered a total of 744 miles. If you’re having trouble picturing this, it’s roughly the same distance from Kansas City, Missouri, to Austin, Texas.

If your son or daughter has been talking your head off about this free trip to Israel, you might be feeling nervous or wondering what it’s all about. As a parent, it’s natural to feel apprehensive about your baby taking a journey across the ocean.