PACKING LIST
LUGGAGE
1 Suitcase/bag – 50 pound limit, maximum exterior dimension: 62in.
1 Backpack (to carry on the plane, for daily use on bus, and for an overnight stay)
1 Small bag for easy access on day trips
Labels for all luggage/bags
SHOES
1 Pair sturdy walking/hiking/gym shoes (lightweight recommended)
1 Pair Tevas or other secure water sandals (Closed heel – no flip flops)
CLOTHING
8 T-shirts or tank tops (one white)
6 Pairs of shorts
2 Pairs of long pants or jeans
15 Pairs of underwear
15 Pairs of socks
2 Pairs of summer pajamas
2 Swimsuits (we recommend 1 older, one-piece suit for the Dead Sea and water hikes)
1 Sweatshirt or lightweight jacket
NOTE: These are recommendations. Bring more or less as you see fit.
ALSO FOR GIRLS
1 Outfit for religious sites: dress or skirt/top that covers elbows and knees
1-2 Outfit(s) for Shabbat/events: skirt/top or dress
1 White shirt – polo or button down
ALSO FOR BOYS
1 White shirt for religious sites
1-2 Pair long-pants (dressier, i.e., khakis) for religious sites, Shabbat & events
2 Short-sleeved Polo shirts (Shabbat and events)
1 Kipah
MISCELLANEOUS
Hat
Water bottle
Insect repellent
Gift for home hospitality (recommended $25.00 hostess gift and/or “Cincinnati
2 Beach towels
Sunglasses
Extra pair of prescription glasses and/or contact lenses
Extra contact lens solution (very expensive in Israel
Camera
Shampoo/conditioner
Soap and covered soap dish or liquid soap
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Shaving equipment
Alarm clock (battery-operated)
Watch (with alarm ideally)
Flashlight and extra batteries
Sun block
Prescription medicine (enough for 3 weeks + the prescription)
Dop kit (for toiletries)
Adapter for Poland/Israel (220 converter)
Toilet paper (sometimes not available at rest stops)
Mini packages of Kleenex, chapstick, and anti-bacterial soap or wipes
Large plastic bag for clothing that gets wet
Thermal Lunch bag (optional)
What we DO NOT recommend
Linens and pillows
Luggage that is not easily carried
Expensive jewelry or other valuables
Heavy backpack
Hiking boots
Laptop or expensive electronics
Please Note: weather changes drastically between cold, rainy Poland and hot, sunny Israel
REMEMBER TO LABEL EVERYTHING!
