Israel Trip November 6-15, 2023
After many years of promising that I would lead a trip to Israel, it's finally here!
I was actually indifferent about trips to Israel. I knew that I could read a lot about Israel, and I thought I didn't need to see it with my own eyes. There is still some truth to that. What you and I read in the Bible is the best. That is truly being with Jesus and all the other believers who have gone before us. But going to Israel did reinforce many things that I had read in the Bible. The ancient sites, archeology, landscape, weather, and especially the political situation truly reinforced my faith in Jesus the Messiah, and the only Savior of mankind. I've spoken many times in Bible classes about my trip to Israel in June of 2003.
Informational Video March 2, 2023
To Register for the Trip: Go to www.RegisterNow.ittworld.com Use Tour Code: Wather23
Questions and Answers
Passport?
You will need a valid passport that is good at least until six months after the trip (May 15, 2024). A good place to apply for a passport is the Maryville post office. Please get started soon, since this can take a while.
Costs?
The total cost for the trip is $4,522 if you are leaving from St. Louis. You can meet us in Israel, if you are flying from another location. The trip cost in that case is $3,622. You need to pay $500 with your registration. The total amount needs to be paid by 90 days in advance (August 8th, but try to be paid by July). There are late fees and cancellation fees.
What's Included in the Cost?
Airfare, Hotels, Breakfast, Supper, Museum Fees are all covered. The only out of pocket expenses are lunches and sovenirs. There are some potential extra costs that may come from fuel surcharges. We are checking on that.
Cell Phones?
We are checking on this. AT&T charges $10/day for international data, texting and calling. Check with your provider on costs.
Credit Cards, Debit Cards & Cash
Notify your credit card companies that you will be travelling to Israel in November. Exchange rates are automatically calculated on credit cards. You can get cash from ATMs.
How Physically Demanding Is the Trip?
Imagine Tours rates this trip as "energetic," a "4" on a scale of 1-5. We will get more information about this.
The Itinerary Is Packed. Do Items Get Dropped Sometimes?
We are checking on this question.
Are There "Add On" Trips to Other Locations?
Imagine Tours offers various addon trips. We are checking on how this could work.
How Many Are Going So Far?
We have twelve people registered (March 3, 2023). We need a minimum of 20, and we have a maximum of 40.
Check back. We will be adding to the Questions and Answers as well as provided other information to help prepare for the trip.