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Before You Go

The resources listed should help in the planning of your trip, and in helping you get excited and inspired about your upcoming travels.

About Israel
Israel's Ministry of Tourism offers a brief primer on Israel's past, leading up to the establishment of the Jewish State.

Reading list
Here's a list of suggested books, films and news sources to get you up to speed and thinking about Israel.

Packing Information
Click here for packing tips to help make your trip as smooth as possible.

Hebrew Words and Phrases
Print this user-friendly list of some basic words and phrases to carry along during your trip.

Cell Phone Rentals
There are several companies that provide international cell phone rentals. Three that people in our community have used are: TravelCell, Israel Phones, and Cell Talk.

Destination Information


 
News
Agriprocessors' former top manager was arrested a day after the company was fined $10 million for alleged labor infractions.
American voters in Israel supported John McCain over Barack Obama by a margin of more than 3 to 1.
The American Joint Distribution Committee is collecting donations to benefit Pakistani earthquake victims.
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Federation Trips
The Jewish Federation Valley Alliance Israel 60th Mission I Reunion
Thursday, January 15, 2009
Real Estate Principals Organization Mission
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
RPO Mission to Cuba
Thursday, March 5, 2009
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Community Trips
Jski MLK Weekend Mammoth Trip Jan 16-19, 2009
Friday, January 16, 2009
Jski Mammoth trip- Jan 23-25, 2009
Friday, January 23, 2009
Vail Ski Trip February 12-16, 2009
Thursday, February 12, 2009
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Events
Annual Dinner - Merkaz HaTorah Community Kollel
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
The Changing Dynamics of U.S.-Israel Relations
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
The Art of Public Speaking with Rabbi David Wolpe
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
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