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Meet Your #Birthright Israel #Shorashim #Bus352 Staff

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Shoshana Gibbor


Where are you from?

Toms River, NJ

Where do you currently live?

Cambridge, MA

What is your favorite place in Israel?

The beach in Tel Aviv and the shuk in JLem & TLAV (shuk = open air market), specifically the stores with tons of spices, tea blends, and dried fruits.

What is a fun fact about yourself?

I just got really into spinning and think I might be addicted to Soul Cycle!

What are your words of wisdom for your future participants?

You are about to get an opportunity that could change your life. You should savor every moment, say yes to every new experience and make the most of each day. You Only Birthright Once! My goal on Birthright is to massage your exclamation points back into question marks - come on the trip with an open mind but don't forget to be critical thinkers - the more questions you ask - the more you will gain from this experience. 

Dan Yolles

Where are you from?

Denver, CO.

Where do you currently live?

Denver, CO.

What is your favorite place in Israel?

For nature, The Yam L'Yam (Sea to Sea) trail is fantastic, especially around Safed. For Culture, Acco in the North. beautiful architecture, interesting history, fantastic pita/humus/falafel. For social, Tel Aviv. So much opportunity to meet people randomly on the beach or see live music or have a nice meal/drink. Thriving city with lots to do.

What is a fun fact about yourself?

I lead a live electronic dance music project called Wei-Chi Field, and have been fortunate to be blessed with the opportunity to perform my music in various states across the US and other countries as well.

What are your words of wisdom for your future participants?

My advice to you is to disconnect from whats not in front of you and around as much as you can while on the trip (i.e. internet world). There is so much to experience and learn from through the connections you will make, places you'll see, and things you'll experience. The world will still be there when you get back or when you lay down, but I urge you to be as present as possible so you don't miss out on a thing. :-)

Anything else?

I'm here to offer as much of my guidance, perspective, and experience with you all to enhance yours and help to make it truly meaningful. I'm talking individually! Don't be afraid to reach out. I love to help and I love to learn.

Elaun Rave

Where are you from?

Dayton, Ohio

Where do you currently live?

Haifa

What is your favorite place in Israel?

My home town, duh!

What is a fun fact about yourself?

I have four sisters. 

What are your words of wisdom for your future participants?

I have four sisters. 

Anything else?

I love cheese. Literally and figuratively.