Authentic Israel

Thank you to an exceptional group of inter-generational travelers who just completed their Israel Family Journey – our first-time Israel tour for adults and children alike. Over the course of ten days, travelers of all ages formed new connections to Israel's land, people, and history – and to each other along the way.

We're SO delighted to be hosting many travelers returning to Israel this summer after an "eventful" spring. Am Yisrael Chai!

Start your own Israel Family Journey at https://www.authenticisrael.com/tours/israel-family-journey/. Groups are forming now for Winter Break 2026 and Summer 2027.

Availability update – 3 spots are now available for "Our Story Morocco" beginning October 12, 2026! This very popular tour of Marrakesh, Rabat, Fes, Casablanca, Chefchaouen, and Tangier has been sold out for months. Seize this 2nd chance opportunity to travel alongside our acclaimed staff team and explore the exquisite beauty of Morocco through the lens of Jewish history.

Learn more and confirm your spot at https://www.authenticisrael.com/tours/our-story-morocco/ while you can.

Special thanks to an artistically gifted traveler from Our Story Central Europe who created this loving sketch of our dream team of tour leaders and educators. Our professional staff works tirelessly to transform a trip into a cherished journey. Sending much love and appreciation to Toby, Dima, Miryam, and Norbert!

We're honored to have just hosted an extraordinary group of travelers who just completed Our Story Central Europe 2026.

Together, we honored our shared history, explored the treasures of Central Europe, and experienced so much colorful culture. Along the way, we forged a community of travelers as we traveled from Poland to Budapest, Vienna, Prague, and Berlin. Even a historic European heatwave did not break our onward spirit. Wishing everyone from the group safe travels home!

Learn more about Our Story Central Europe at https://www.authenticisrael.com/tours/our-story-central-europe/, and explore options for the full or partial tour route.

There’s something unforgettable about standing in Krakow’s Jewish Quarter on a summer night while Jewish music echoes through the streets again. ✨

As part of the Our Story: Central Europe experience, travelers on our June departures will experience the Jewish Culture Festival in Krakow — one of the world’s most unique celebrations of Jewish culture and revival.

This journey moves far beyond a typical European tour. Together we explore the story of Jewish life across Poland, Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Czechia, and Germany — from the difficult history of Auschwitz and the Warsaw Ghetto to the beauty of Prague and Vienna, alongside meaningful Shabbat experiences, incredible local culture, and unforgettable shared moments.

📍June departures are almost full, but a few spots are still available ➡️ https://www.authenticisrael.com/tours/our-story-central-europe/

Arrivederci Italy and a special gratzi to a wonderful group of travelers who just wrapped up their Our Story Italy journey with us on Sunday!

Our 2026 itinerary included a new stop in , often called “Little Jerusalem” for its deep history and its physical resemblance to , perched on a mountaintop. Pitigliano is also famous for a distinctively shaped Jewish-Italian cookie called the "Sfratti di Pitigliano" with its own story to tell.

This blend of iconic destinations, hidden gems, and expert guiding is what makes Our Story so special — moving between world-famous cities, compelling Jewish history, mouth-watering cuisine, and memories that will leave a lasting impression long after your return.

➡️ Registration is now open for Our Story Italy 2027 at authenticisrael.com/italy. Start your journey!

Today is Yom HaAtzmaut – Israel's 78th Independence Day – and in that spirit, we're excited to share video from our most recent adults trip.

We are humbled by the can-do spirit of volunteers who are supporting Israeli society in this moment of ongoing needs. We invite you to join the movement at www.authenticisrael.com/volunteer for a 4-day or 7-day service experience. Limited subsidized volunteer trips are also available at www.israeloutdoors.com/volunteer.

Chag sameach – Am Yisrael Chai!

Authentic Israel Volunteer for Israel, in Israel – February 2026

Our March of the Living 2026 program has now concluded in Poland. Special thanks to our extraordinary senior staff team – Toby Ayash, Gadi Ben-Dov, Dima Gohshtet, Alon Yotzhki, Hillel Kauffman, Betzi Lederfine, Norbert Krochmal, Alissa Polson, Chip Ware, and Jennifer Saber.

They poured their hearts into making this experience so memorable for our travelers. We are especially grateful to our Israel-based team members who took "the long way" to Poland during a very challenging time at home. Safe journeys back!

➡️ Ready to start your own March of the Living journey next spring? Sign up commitment-free for the 2027 National Adults Delegation at www.authenticisrael.com/march and take advantage of this year's program costs for a limited time.

As part of today’s , members of our group are taking part in the Daffodil Project 🌼

Authentic Israel is proud to host this special delegation, bringing together supporters of an initiative to build a worldwide living memorial—honoring the 1.5 million children who perished in the Holocaust and in support of children suffering in humanitarian crises around the world today.

Seen throughout the march—and carried by our group—the is a powerful symbol of remembrance and hope.

Today is Yom HaShoah – Holocaust Remembrance Day.

Together with thousands of Jewish travelers from around the world, our March of the Living group is marching in solidarity between Auschwitz and Birkenau. Together, we are bearing witness, strengthening our enduring values as a people, and reaffirming our commitment to Never Again. 🕯️