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Gap year in israel - aardvarkisrael

Weekly Updates – Tel Aviv November 2, 2018

Dear Parents, What a great week we had here in Tel-Aviv, despite the clock changing to wintertime, we are still enjoying, and taking advantage of, the warm “summery” weather. Here are some of this week’s highlights: On Sunday – Our sea sport group went for another exciting paddle boarding session; it ...
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Czech Republic 2018

Shalom from Ben Gurion airport! After waking up early and working our way through the airport, we are now just one-step away from boarding. We all are tired but very excited to start our trip and explore the history and the culture of the Czech Republic. I will be in ...
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Israeli cosmetics

Israeli Cosmetics

Israel is known for producing many things, from technological innovations, to fruit and vegetables. Another area where the country excels is cosmetics. There are numerous Israeli brands that are popular across the world and it’s more than likely that you have seen them on sale near you. The most famous ...
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Things To Do For Free in Tel Aviv

During your gap year in Israel you will have plenty of free time in which to pursue your own interests and activities. There is plenty to do in Tel Aviv, but the city can become quite expensive. Luckily, there are many things you can do absolutely free of charge. You ...
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Student of the Week- Jasper Newman

Shalom, my name is Jasper Newman. I’m 18 years old and currently living in Florentine, Tel Aviv. Born and raised in Rochester, New York, I’ve had a strong involvement in Judaism at a Modern Orthodox level for as long as I can remember. I’ve been blessed to grow up in ...
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Weekly Updates – Jerusalem October 25, 2018

Dear Parents & Students, What a week! Between a three-day seminar in the desert and rain finally falling in Jerusalem, it has been busy and exciting. Ready to hear all about it? Here we go! The highlight of the week was our 3-day Ketura Seminar. On Sunday morning, bright and early at 6:00 ...
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Weekly Updates – Tel Aviv October 25, 2018

Dear Parents & Students, What a week! With a three-day seminar in the desert, activities, and workshops, it has been a busy and exciting. Ready to hear all about it? Here we go! The highlight of the week was our 3-day Ketura Seminar. On Sunday morning, bright and early at 6:00 am, ...
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Noah hirsch

Student of the week – Noah Hirsch

Hey Aardvark, it’s Noah Hirsch for the student of the week. I was born in the greatest city in America, Indianapolis, Indiana. I am the youngest of seven children, five boys and two girls, and my siblings are my best friends. Ever since I visited in seventh grade and saw ...
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Weekly Updates – Tel Aviv October 19, 2018

Shalom Parents, We hope that you have had just as fantastic a week as we have had here in Israel. It was a great week full of fun and educational activities. Ready to read about it? Here are some highlights: On Sunday, after internships, all of our students gathered in ...
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Weekly Updates – Jerusalem October 19, 2018

Dear Parents & Students, This week was eventful and productive, and we have so much to tell you! On Sunday afternoon, after a morning of internships and volunteering, Orly Wahba came to speak to the students. Orly Wahba is an educator, entrepreneur, author and community activist passionate about inspiring and motivating ...
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Hadassa abrahams

Student of the Week – Hadassa Abrahams

Hi, my name is Hadassa Abrahams. I was born and raised in an Ultra Orthodox Jewish community in Passaic, New Jersey. During high school, I slowly started drifting away from Judaism. As I had never been exposed to the “outside” culture, music, movies, etc., I was always curious to know ...
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Weekly Updates – Tel Aviv October 11, 2018

Dear Parents, We were finally able to spend a full week with the students after the holiday season and it was great fun! Here are some highlights from the week: On Sunday: The Sea Sport group had another surfing class. This time our Internship Coordinator, Idan Levy, joined them, as he ...
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Weekly Updates – Jerusalem October 11, 2018

Dear Parents and Students, We have had a very special and exciting week full of great activities enjoyed by all the students. On Sunday, we began the week in the Ulam for the monthly community talk led by me. In these talks, the students can share their experiences and address the ...
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Israel’s hidden architectural delights

Israel’s Hidden Architectural Delights

Israel is well known for its beauty and while you are on your gap year in Israel, you are sure to see many stunning views. However, the country is also home to a number of amazing buildings and while you are there, you should definitely be keeping an eye out ...
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The Theatres of Tel Aviv

While on your gap year in Tel Aviv you may be looking for an interesting way to spend an evening or two and one way you can do this is by exploring Tel Aviv’s theatres. There are a number of theatres in Tel Aviv, putting on different kinds of shows, ...
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Sam lipschitz

Student of the week – Sam Lipschitz

Hi! My name is Sam Lipschitz and I’m from Tenafly, New Jersey. I’m in Tel Aviv for the first semester of Aardvark, and so far I’m loving it! I went to a Jewish high school, but I wouldn’t say I know Hebrew very well. One of the main goals I ...
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Weekly Updates – Tel Aviv October 4, 2018

Shalom Parents, The holidays have ended and here at Aardvark Tel-Aviv we have finally returned to our normal routine with a fantastic week full of activities. Today Eyal is attending a family wedding and we send best wishes from all of us, therefore, in his place I am happy to ...
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Weekly Updates – Jerusalem October 4, 2018

Dear Parents and Students, On Sunday evening Simchat Torah began. Simchat Torah is the holiday that celebrates and marks the conclusion of the annual cycle of public Torah readings, and the beginning of a new cycle. On Monday night the holidays ended and we finally returned to our regular schedule!! ...
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Spain 2018

We’re on our way… Dear Parents (mine included ), As you’ll see in the attached photo, we are at the airport waiting for our flight. (I think Justin has found the most comfortable place to crash for now – on the golf cart!) We are tired and looking forward to settling ...
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Go Hiking and Explore Israel’s Nature

Most folks that want to explore Israel are drawn to its historical and cultural sites. Others to the beaches and night life of Tel-Aviv or Eilat. But on top of these known attractions, Israel also offers fantastic hiking options and unique natural phenomenon to explore. Below are just a few ...
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