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MetroWest New Jersey Trips
Come join Jewish eighth graders from all over MetroWest and embark on a journey to remember. You’ll explore must-see spots in Israel, dive into immersive, educational experiences, and make life-long connections. Your IsraelNow trip awaits!
Travel to Israel has never been more important!
We recognize that the situation in Israel is constantly changing and want to be transparent about how we are planning our upcoming trips. We hope that these FAQs help you to understand our approach.
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Get a taste of what to expect
Our community has made the difficult decision to not participate in the 2025 season. If you have questions please contact us.
Come join Jewish eighth graders from all over MetroWest and embark on a journey to remember. You’ll explore must-see spots in Israel, dive into immersive, educational experiences, and make life-long connections. Your IsraelNow trip awaits!
HERITAGE
Visit historical sites and museums and go on an archaeological dig.
CULTURE
Explore cities such as Jerusalem and Tel Aviv and the breadth of diverse Israeli culture.
COMMUNITY
Make friends with Israelis and engage in social justice projects.
EXPLORE
Hike through the beautiful landscape of Israel and swim in the Dead Sea.
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Our community has made the difficult decision to not participate in the 2025 season. If you have questions please contact us.
Come join Jewish eighth graders from all over MetroWest and embark on a journey to remember. You’ll explore must-see spots in Israel, dive into immersive, educational experiences, and make life-long connections. Your IsraelNow trip awaits!
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Our community has made the difficult decision to not participate in the 2025 season. If you have questions please contact us.
Come join Jewish eighth graders from all over MetroWest and embark on a journey to remember. You’ll explore must-see spots in Israel, dive into immersive, educational experiences, and make life-long connections. Your IsraelNow trip awaits!
HERITAGE
Visit historical sites and museums and go on an archaeological dig.
CULTURE
Explore cities such as Jerusalem and Tel Aviv and the breadth of diverse Israeli culture.
COMMUNITY
Make friends with Israelis and engage in social justice projects.
EXPLORE
Hike through the beautiful landscape of Israel and swim in the Dead Sea.
Frequently asked questions for MetroWest
Our community has made the difficult decision to not participate in the 2025 season. If you have questions please contact us.
Come join Jewish eighth graders from all over MetroWest and embark on a journey to remember. You’ll explore must-see spots in Israel, dive into immersive, educational experiences, and make life-long connections. Your IsraelNow trip awaits!
IsraelNow Metrowest NJ Staff
Avi Siegel, Director of Teen Initiatives Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest
Avi Siegel is the Director of Teen Initiatives at Jewish Federation of Greater MetroWest. He focuses on educational strategy, engagement, and partnerships. He collaborates with partner agencies and teen professionals supporting their initiatives for teens and their families. He believes in empowering youth to explore and develop their sense of identity, character strengths, and ties to the community. He is a huge fan of Jewish rituals that involve candles and bringing light into our world. He lives in Essex County and is a husband and father of three powerful girls.
Here are some of Avi’s IsraelNow highlights:
Favorite stop on the itinerary– Every hummus shop we go to.
Favorite Snack- Shoko B’Sakeet (Chocolate milk in a bag)
Something you will always find in Avi’s Suitcase– Chapstick
Contact us
Our community has made the difficult decision to not participate in the 2025 season. If you have questions please contact us.
Come join Jewish eighth graders from all over MetroWest and embark on a journey to remember. You’ll explore must-see spots in Israel, dive into immersive, educational experiences, and make life-long connections. Your IsraelNow trip awaits!
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