1. The Family Cultural Journey to the Homeland

Israel: A Destination to Explore, Dream, and Discover.

Exploration lets the body and mind experience new things that may be good for the person to grow.

Dreaming allows someone to imagine their potential and place in the world without borders.

Discovering new things comes only with time and effort of exploration and dreaming.

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As a young Jewish person, I have been to Israel twice on sponsored trips to explore the land and my Judaism. Since my first day of travel, it has been my favourite destination I have ever been to. I felt like I was truly home, somehow connected with Israel even though I had never been. That is what most people admit when they first arrive. I am hoping that my brother, who has been once, my father, who hasn’t been since he was in high school, and my mother, who has never been, will feel the same way. I want to feel connected to myself and others on a new level by exploring, dreaming, and discovering new places. 

"In 20 years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the ones you did. Explore, Dream, Discover." - Mark Twain

This quote means a lot to me. I think it means to take life by the horns, grab onto any experience that comes your way, especially if it is unfamiliar. It means to think about what you really want to do with your life and go for it even though others around you may not agree. It means to be yourself.

There are things that I want to do in my life, and some others may not agree, but I will pursue them anyways. I value constant learning; I am always learning about myself, my family, and the world around me. I am planning this trip because it is the best destination where I can truly learn about myself.

Let me show you why Israel will facilitate my exploration, dreams, and discoveries.