1.	Q.	Who are the participants on our teen programs?
	A.	Each group is typically made up of 30-40 Jewish participants from all over the the world predominantly the US and Canada. Participants range in age from 15-18 years old (graduating seniors included). Groups are created to be as geographically diverse as possible (i.e. no large clusters of participants from the same city). We also take care in ensuring an even age distribution within each group and an even ratio of boys:girls.
2.	Q.	Who is the staff?
	A.	Each group of 30-40 participants will be accompanied by three staff members at all times. The two North American staff members are over the age of 22 and have extensive experience in working with teens and informal Jewish education. The Israeli staff member is a professional tour educator, expert in guiding teens through the exploration of the many amazing destinations we offer. While in Israel, a fourth staff, the Israeli paramedic is also with the group at all times to ensure health, safety and security.
3.	Q.	Is there an educational component?
	A.	Yes there is. All of our programs are combinations of leisure and fun together with deep study of our Jewish heritage, the history of the Jewish people, and the State of Israel. This is accomplished through informal interactive educational programming.
4.	Q.	Is there a religious component?
	A.	Oranim is not affiliated with a particular sect of Judaism. Our programs explore Jewish heritage and traditions in a pluralistic fashion. Shabbat is observed - participants and staff create a Shabbat atmosphere with programs and creative services, and transportation is not used. All programs provide kosher meals in Israel. Because kosher meals cannot be guaranteed in Europe, vegetarian meals can be provided.
5.	Q.	What are the accommodations and mode of transportation?
	A.	In general, participants stay in hotels and guest houses (3-4 stars). 3-4 participants share a room with private bath. Oranim Educational Initiatives is known for the quality of accommodations used. Transportation in Europe and Israel is with chartered air-conditioned motor coaches.
6.	Q.	What does the price include?
	A.	Oranim Educational Initiatives international travel programs are inclusive of: Roundtrip airfare from a New York area airport. All transfers abroad. Full emergency medical coverage and medical insurance. All educational programs and entrances to sites as per itinerary. Qualified American counselor and Israeli guide throughout. Armed paramedic with group (only in Israel) Accommodations in hotels and guest houses 3-4 in a room with private facilities 3 meals a day First class air conditioned coaches 24 hour-a-day dispatch office throughout the programs.
7.	Q.	I am currently living outside the USA. Can I still join a program?
	A.	Yes. Please contact us for further details.
8.	Q.	What are the age requirements?
	A.	In order to be accepted for an overseas travel program, candidates must have reached their 15th birthday by July 1st, 2006.
9.	Q.	Is there an orientation prior to the departure?
	A.	On the day of departure, all program participants meet at the airport of departure for a half day orientation meeting.
10.	Q.	Is there time to visit family and/or friends in Israel?
	A.	Yes, there is a free weekend when family and friends can be visited in ISRAEL ONLY. If you don't have anyone to visit, we will take care of you during this weekend.
11.	Q.	What differentiates Oranim programs from others offered?
	A.	Not only does Oranim differ by the quality of our staff and the educational components included in our programs, but we also have Israelis Inside TM. We show you Israel and the world through the eyes of Israelis, with specialized Israeli staff and programming. While in Israel participants also have the opportunity to tour together with Israeli peers for an entire week.
12.	Q.	A word about security.
	A.	Oranim Educational Initiatives Ltd. considers security as its top priority. We are in contact with the Israeli authorities with regard to all sites visited and routes traveled. We will not hesitate to change the itinerary should there be a need. All groups in Israel are accompanied by an armed paramedic.
13.	Q.	When should we schedule our domestic travel?
	A.	During the spring you will be notified about when and where you should schedule your travel. Please wait until you hear from our office. Please feel free to call International Travel Exchange for more information regarding flights. 1-800-752-6050.
14.	Q.	Do you offer traveler's insurance?
	A.	Yes. Please click here for more information
15.	Q.	What next?
	A.	Complete the registration process on line. Print out the forms attached to the registration form, fill thema out and send them to our office You will receive notification of flights, finalized itinerary and other details soon after. Start packing !