Transportation: Our flight will depart from Toronto and be a direct flight to to Tel Aviv, Israel. Transportation on the ground will be by bus with a licensed company and driver. Witte Travel in Grand Rapids will be handling the travel arrangements and has years of experience planning trips to Israel.
Lodging: Lodging in Israel will be at hotels, all of which are modern, clean, safe, and affordable. Breakfast and dinner will be provided at the hotels.
Safety: The Middle East is an ever changing region and often in the news. Safety while in Israel will be a priority for the group. However, tourism in Israel has reached record highs and has never been safer. We will monitor the current situation in Israel before and during the trip to make sure that the group is kept safe. We will also take safety precautions as we hike through rugged terrain and often hot conditions. Israel is a modern, developed country, so travel conditions will be quite comfortable for the group.
Optional Course Credit: Because of the pace of study for the trip, LCS high school students will have the option of earning a ½ credit Bible elective through the trip. Most days will include at least 8 hours of study time as well as time for personal reflection and processing. To earn credit, there would be both a preparatory assignment, journaling on the trip, and a concluding assignment. The assignments will ensure that students are prepared for the trip and applying what they are studying. Credit will be optional for students, but will challenge them to go even deeper and will prove to be personally and spiritually rewarding.