No matter your guilty pleasures, or dietary restrictions, our guide will help you find your dream destination by the end of 2010. Don’t let the year pass you by, OK? Please? For our sake.
Note: Please check each listing for S (singles only), K (Strictly Kosher) YP (Young Professionals) and J (Just Jewish) to narrow down your criteria.
South of the Border: Costa Rica Singles
S, YP, J
This Costa Rican Adventure trip is the perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. You can bet to see tropical wildlife in the rainforest while rafting down their waters, and then laying on the beach to get a golden tan. The trip is packed with professionally guided adventure tours. Not to mention, the area is filled with deep Jewish history and heritage, today housing 600 Jewish families who keep the Jewish community in the area alive.
The travel groups consist of 30 - 65 participants from cities around the US and Canada, often joined by young professionals from Europe, Mexico and Israel.
Trip Price: $1,850 for double occupancy.
Dates: July 24 - Aug 1, Nov 20 - 28, Dec 25 - Jan 2
Note: Each trip varies in activity based on season. Please check site below for sample itineraries and information for each group.
Itinerary and information: www.costaricasingles.com.
Back to our Roots: Israel
Tel-Aviv Unplugged
S, YP, J
Want to spend this summer vacation meeting hundreds of young, Jewish singles from all over the world while partying nonstop in Tel-Aviv? Us too. But it won’t be all in vain. Beside the drinking, dancing, guided tours, great food, this trip is also Shabbat-friendly and has scheduled volunteer time to help out while you are there. Your life might just change after you recover from the previous night.
Trip Price: $350 Euro (Includes program only)
To book hotel, visit www.telavivunplugged.com.
Rates start at $250 USD
Date: Aug 26 - 30
Itinerary and information: www.telavivunplugged.com
Keepin’ it Local: Connecticut
Club Getaway
YP, J
Club Getaway is the ultimate camp for adults, hosting several Jewish weekends throughout the summer. Serving as a mini-adventure getaway, you will be sleeping in built-up cabins, jet skiing on the lake, zip-lining across the fields and trying to impress everyone with your new trapeze skills. Plus, there are multiple activities happening at all times of the day such as dance classes and wine tasting. (Think of it like a cruise on land.)
Trip Price: $379
Date: August 20 (Weekend)
Itinerary and Information:
www.clubgetaway.com
Cruisin’ along
Canada & New England Kosher Cruise
K, S, J
Travel through the Northeast by boat, stopping at unique spots along the way in Gourmet Kosher cuisine style. The trip offers a Shabbat at Sea and a free session with the J Singles Dating Coach. Beat that.
Trip Price: Starting at $1750
Date: Aug 1 - Aug 8
Itinerary and Info:
www.jsinglescruise.com
Cookin’ in Italy
L’Amore di Cucina Italiana - Toscana
K
This may just be our favorite discovery. Visit the land of Tuscany or Romagna for a 10-day excursion plus cooking trip - limited to just 10 people per trip! Unfortunately, the Kosher trips have already passed this year. But if you are not strictly Kosher, or love cooking, we recommend you take a look at the trips they have to offer below (and schedule way ahead of time for the next Kosher trip)!
Trip Cost: $3,200 pp
Please see listing of all Italy cooking trips here:
www.cookeuro.com
Sephardic Traditions
Andalucia Spain
K
Travel to the south of Spain, a land of rich history in Muslim, Jewish and Christian tradition. Start your tour at the Palace of Alhambra in Granada, to the famous Jewish quarter of Cordoba. The trip will feature authentic local culinary which will include participation in preparing some of the dishes following strict Kashrut.
Trip Price: Starting at $2500
Dates: August 5-12, October 7-14, November 4-11
More Info: www.traveljewish.com
Buenos Aires Jewish Singles Adventure
S, J
Literally spend a week of dancing tango in this City of Steaminess. Meet the locals, dance with the locals, and discover a whole new meaning to passion. The trip will include classes in tango, culinary and artistic activity.
Trip Price: $2540
Dates: October 3-10, November 7-14
Itinerary and Info:
www.traveljewish.com
Solo Traveler
Prague and Budapest
J
Amazing Journeys is offering an amazing opportunity for Jewish solo travelers to experience two amazing lands, known for their culture, fairytale architecture and rich Jewish history. This trip includes musical events, visiting local synagogues and a boat ride down the Danube River.
Trip Price: $3199/Double Occupancy, $4299/Single Occupancy
Date: Oct 8 - 17
Itinerary and Info:
www.amazingjourneys.net
The Great Outback
Australian Outback Adventure
S, J, YP
Hang out with kangaroos and koalas after a long day of snorkeling, walking through a 100 million year old rainforest and climbing the world-famous Sydney Bridge. Beside all the adventures, you will also enjoy touring the Sydney Opera House and relaxing on the beaches. This trip is for the faint of heart.
Trip Price: $4099/Double, $5199/Single
Date: Oct 31 - Nov 14
Itinerary and Info:
www.amazingjourneys.net
Volunteer
Bolivia
J, YP
Want to travel the world while fixing it? American Jewish World Service hosts travel opportunities for young professionals year-round, with the next one in Bolivia. Travelers of this trip will visit rural villages of the Andes, meet local female artists and learn about the land through the culture, people and history. This trip will empower you, as well as the people you meet.
Trip Cost: $3500
Date: Oct 3-10
Itinerary and Info:
ajws.org