בהמשך לתשובות שפורסמו כבר ומצורפות כאן בהמשך, להלן תשובות לשאלות הבהרה נוספות שהופנו אל הסוכנות היהודית.

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1 מסמך מעודכן מיום, 2019 th February 14 מסמך שני של שאלות ותשובות - הזמנה להציע הצעות מספר 05/2019 בהמשך לתשובות שפורסמו כבר ומצורפות כאן בהמשך, להלן תשובות לשאלות הבהרה נוספות שהופנו אל הסוכנות היהודית. תשומת ליבכם: המציעים נדרשים לצרף מסמך זה כשהוא חתום להצעות שתוגשנה. כל המפורט במסמך זה נחשב כחלק בלתי נפרד ממסמכי ההזמנה להציע הצעות. אין באי התייחסות של הסוכנות היהודית לשאלה כלשהי או לפרט כלשהו בשאלה כדי להוות הסכמה להנחותיו של השואל, או כדי לשנות בדרך כלשהי את פרשנות תנאיי ההזמנה להציע הצעות. להלן התשובות: G2: Additional Information #2 1. Tour operators should provide transportation to the partnerships region on Wednesday and pick-up on Friday morning from partner city to Jerusalem. You do not need to provide transportation during the stay in the partner region 2. Participants range from Unaffiliated to Orthodox. Any program we offer on Shabbat must be Shabbat friendly but if participants decide to do their own thing on Shabbat, that is fine. We suggest that this be the free day they can visit relatives, friends, etc. We should offer options of Synagogues/Kotel for prayer service for those who choose on their own. We should offer Friday night dinner and Shabbat lunch as a group. 3. On Monday, the program should end at 4:00 PM and then having bussing to the airport. 4. The hotel should be one that is appropriate for the Grandparents population. It doesn t not need to be fancy or 5 star but yet should be comfortable and clean. 5. We need the breakdown of cost of the total trip per person, both with single, double and triple occupancy. The breakdown of costs for activities, hotels, etc. is not needed 6. In terms of subcontractors, please list anything related to the activities, meals, hotel and busses. Anything related to others parts of the trip (tour guides, etc) do not need to be listed מסמך שאלות ותשובות - הזמנה להציע הצעות מספר 05/2019

2 לאור שאלות הבהרה שהופנו אל הסוכנות היהודית, להלן מספר תשובות שמצאנו לנכון לפרסם כבר בשלב זה, ועוד בטרם הסתיים המועד להגשת שאלות הבהרה. תשומת ליבכם: המציעים נדרשים לצרף מסמך זה כשהוא חתום להצעות שתוגשנה. להלן התשובות: כל המפורט במסמך זה נחשב כחלק בלתי נפרד ממסמכי ההזמנה להציע הצעות. אין באי התייחסות של הסוכנות היהודית לשאלה כלשהי או לפרט כלשהו בשאלה כדי להוות הסכמה להנחותיו של השואל, או כדי לשנות בדרך כלשהי את פרשנות תנאיי ההזמנה להציע הצעות. 1. Attached is the itinerary from our pilot year Global Israel Experience. This is just a sample to give a taste of what the program looked like but we want YOU to share your own creativity and not to be bound by last years program (and of course, follow the general instructions of locations as shared separately). 2. Tour Operator does not need to include outside speakers or scholar in residence. However, the cost of a tour guide should be included. 3. Tour Operator does not need to include health/travel insurance 4. Shabbat program should be a Shomer Shabbat program (only walking tours) and should leave free time as well. בנוסף, להלן הבהרה לעניין אופן בדיקת ההצעות: We will first judge proposals based on educational quality, creativity and uniqueness. Only those that qualify based on those standards will be looked at for pricing. The goals of the trip are to create meaningful INTERGENREATIONAL experiences between the Grandparents & Grandchildren through travel in Israel. G2: Global Intergenerational Initiative Powered by P2G An Innovative Jewish Experience for Grandparents and Grandchildren Global Israel Experience Best. Week. Ever. Together. December 24 31, 2018 Meet GIE s Tour Guide: Maje Meiri

3 Maje Meiri will be our tour guide for the trip. Maje has been guiding groups for many years, has a background in informal Jewish education, theatre and sports. He has run leadership training for students of all ages and is also a medical clown in a Medical Center in Tel Aviv. Maje has been active for many years in the youth movement called Tzofim- The Israeli Scouts Movement. He is a father of two children: Maya & Lavi, and is always learning from them. He is knowledgeable, fun & creative and will certainly make the Global Israel Experience an incredible week!

4 Meet GIE s Scholar in Residence: Dr. Ruth Nemzoff Dr. Ruth Nemzoff is a resident scholar at Brandeis Women's Studies Research Center. She has lectured in over 350 venues on emerging adulthood, parenting adult children, empty nest, intermarriage, grandparenting, and family dynamics in intergenerational families. Currently, she is an advice columnist for the American Israelite, as well as a frequent blogger for The Huffington Post and Betterafter50. Ruth is the mother of four adult children, four in-law children and grandmother of ten. Day 1: Monday, December 24 th, :00 PM Arrive to Ben Gurion International Airport. Welcome by an Amiel representative and assistance with arrival procedures. Transfer to the hotel. 6:30 PM 7:30 PM Check in at Medi Terre Hotel on the Mediterranean shore. The Medi Terre is a new modern Class A hotel created for those who value comfort, exclusivity, non-intrusive quiet service, and superior quality. The hotel is located just across from a gorgeous beach with umbrellas, sun loungers, and cozy coffee shops. Welcome Dinner & Grand Opening of G2 s Global Israel Experience including fun games to meet & interact with the other G2 participants. There will be special time for the Grandparents to meet the other Grandparents and Grandchildren to get to know the other Grandchildren. And Israel Gemories! 9:00 PM Layla Tov! Israel Gemories! During the Global Israel Experience, you will have the opportunity to make this week even more meaningful through your Israel Gemories (gems/memories). Each GPGC family will be given a scrapbook: in which

5 you can journal, reflect, color and enjoy throughout the week. The book is yours, so feel free to be creative and use it in whichever way is most meaningful. Day 2: Tuesday, December 25 th, 2018 The Coast Area 7:30 AM Breakfast at the hotel 8:15 AM Depart on the bus 10:00 AM Finding the Lost Tribes: We ll visit the ancient city of Akko and meet with actors dressed as people from the specific time of the site s history. You will be briefed on the history of the site and will lead yourselves through riddles and clues from one point to another on the site. At each point you will meet the instructor who will be acting as a character from the history. 1:00 PM Enjoy lunch at Roots in Historic Akko. 2:30 PM 4:00 PM View scenic Haifa from the Rakevel cable cars! The line runs from the Bat Galim Promenade to the Stella Maris lookout point on top of Mount Carmel. The ride is five minutes in a glass car that allows you to enjoy the scenery from every angle, including the beautiful Bahai Gardens with its impressive gardens. Our final stop for the day will be the Cave of Elijah. Cave is where the prophet Elijah is believed to have prayed before challenging the priests of Ba al on Mt Carmel and where he is said to have hidden from the wrath of Queen Jezebel afterwards. At this holy and mystical place, GP s will have an opportunity to share a prayer or poem of hope with their GC. 6:30 PM Arrive at the Medi Terre Hotel 7:15 PM Dinner at the hotel 8:15 PM Optional Night Activity: Take a walk along the Rishonim Promenade with nine unique pergolas made of wood and stone in different geometric structures and colors. Along the promenade there are cafes and restaurants as well as activities. In its center, you can ride the elevator to the sea, which allows you to descend from the cliff to the beach in only 20 seconds!

6 Day 3: Wednesday, December 26 th, :30 AM Breakfast at the hotel 8:15 AM Depart on the bus 10:00 AM 12:15 PM 3:30 PM 5:00 PM The Latrun Armored Museum (Yad Lashiryon) is Israel s official memorial for soldiers from the Armored Corps who fell in combat. Latrun is one of the largest and most diverse tank museums in the world, located on the site of a significant battle during the 1948 War of Independence. The tour will be led by an Israeli soldier. Grandparents will have an opportunity to share with Grandchildren what they remember hearing, seeing and feeling during significant moments of Israel s history. Grandchildren will have the opportunity to learn and explore the tanks of the IDF from all their wars. Beta Yisrael Village step into the world of Ethiopian Jews. Through fun and interactive workshops (including Amharic writing, fire building & pita making, mud building, farming, etc.), you will discover the rich Ethiopian-Israeli culture and heritage. Meet and interact with member of the Ethiopian-Israeli community. Enjoy a traditional Ethiopian lunch. Jeep ride through the desert at Kibbutz Sde Boker where we will learn about Israel s first Prime Minister David Ben Gurion Depart for P2G Communities Overnight in Home Hospitality with the Partnership (Separate schedule to be sent) Day 4: Thursday, December 27 th, 2018 A full day in your Partnership2Gether Community. (Separate schedule to be sent)

7 Day 5: Friday, December 28 th, :00 AM Depart Community 8:15 AM 10:15 AM Ein Bokek: Hike to an Oasis & Swim on the shores of the Dead Sea. Cover yourselves with mud and enjoy the therapeutic waters of this mineral-rich sea. Masada: Who's Got Talent? Using props & costumes, GPGC s will be invited to create a theatric performance around the story of Masada. You will visit one of the oldest Synagogues after a meaningful ceremony and have an opportunity to write home a postcard from Masada. We will all ascend and descend by the Cable Car. 12:00 PM Lunch & Depart Masada 2:00 PM 3:30 PM 6:30 PM 8:00 PM Arrive at Ibis Hotel, of the famous European hotels brand, has recently opened this new and modern Ibis Jerusalem Hotel. Located at Zion Square, Ibis Jerusalem is within walking distance to the Old City, Tower of David, Ben Yehuda Street, Ticho House, Friends of Zion Museum, the Music Museum and the top restaurants, galleries and pubs in Jerusalem. Prepare for Shabbat. Shabbat Candles Depart to Experience Kabbalat Shabbat at the Kotel (Western Wall) (For those who want to attend prayer services, please let us know so we can help you find the appropriate Synagogue). Shabbat Dinner with IDF Soldiers as one G2 family, Grandparents and Grandchildren will enjoy a Shabbat dinner together at the hotel in which we ll have time to reflect, connect and inspire each other. At this meal, we will be joined by Lone Soldiers who are IDF soldiers that serve after immigrating to Israel. We will have a chance to hear their stories, ask questions and bond with these special friends. GC s: Playback Theatre with Maje Meiri GP s: Unleashing the power of Grandparents with Dr. Ruth Nemzoff

8 Day 6: Saturday, December 29 th, 2018 Free Day Enjoy a leisurely Shabbat in Jerusalem- Shabbat Shalom! Morning Optional: Choice of Synagogues to attend Shabbat Services 9:00 AM Breakfast at Hotel 12:00 PM Optional: Shabbat Lunch at hotel 2:00 PM 4:30 PM Optional: Enjoy a walking tour of Mount Zion and explore different views and perspectives of the Old City of Jerusalem GC s: Exploring Israel through Drama GP s: Taking G2 s Experience to Next Level 5:25 PM Havdalah Ceremony 6:00 PM Dinner 7:00 PM In the evening, we will go to Migdal David to see the famous King David Sound and Light Show which displays the history of the city of Jerusalem along the ancient stones. Throughout history, King David has always been a legendary character who has caught the attention of many painters, sculptors, and poets. Using cutting-edge technology, the show creates an unprecedented international and artistic attraction suitable for all ages. The show features powerful laser projectors, a computerized system operating, audio players, computers and 10 kilometers of advanced cable infrastructure. Additional Jerusalem Shabbat Activities Synagogues Kehilat Har- El- 16 Shmuel Hanagid Street (Reform) USCJ-Agron Street 8 (Conservative) Jerusalem Great Synagogue-56 King George (Orthodox) Parks Liberty Bell Park-Keren Hayesod Street Sacher Park- 1 Sderot Ben Tsvi, San Simon Park- Hizkiyahu HaMelech St. 59 Museums Israel Musuem- Derech Ruppin The Science Museum Jerusalem- Shderot Hamuzeonim, Givat Ram The Kids Station- 4 David Remez Street Jerusalem Aquarium -Derech Aharon Shulov

9 Day 7: Sunday, December 30 th, 2018 Together with G2 Israeli Participants 7:30 AM Breakfast at the hotel 8:15 AM Depart on the bus 8:45 AM 11:15 AM The story of The City of David began over 3,000 years ago when King David left the city of Hebron for a small hilltop city known as Jerusalem, establishing it as the unified capital of the tribes of Israel. Years later, David's son, King Solomon, built the First Temple next to the City of David on top of Mount Moriah, the site of the binding of Isaac, and with it, this hilltop became one of the most important sites in the world. Western Wall: Moments to Last a Life Time. Walking from The City of David to Robinson's Arch, we'll be accompanied by special Klezmer music. We will have a special ceremony including an opportunity to write notes and place in the Kotel 12:30 PM Lunch at The Quarter Café 1:45 PM 4:00 PM We ll proceed through the Old City and walk through the Jewish Quarter, which was reconstructed after the city was unified after the Six-Day War in We ll enjoy fun and games as we take part in a Scavenger Hunt through the Old City finding archeological artifacts and sites. This hunt paints a majestic canvas that tells the story of Jerusalem through the ages. Our adventure continues in the Machane Yehuda Market (shuk), one of the most beautiful markets and familiar icons in Israel. Located in Jerusalem, the market and its character adds to the city s unique flavor. Within the market you can find everything, from clothes to housewares; flowers, art, accessories; and every variety of fresh and specialty food: sweets, baked goods, meat, fish, eggs, produce, spices, dairy products and so much more. 7:00 PM Dinner at the hotel 8:00 PM Debriefing by Community 8:45 PM Optional: Explore Ben Yehuda Street & Mamilla Mall

10 Day 8: Monday, December 31 st, 2018 Together with G2 Israeli Participants 7:15 AM Boker Tov & breakfast at the hotel 8:00 AM Depart on the bus 9:45 AM 12:45 PM 3:15 PM Beit Hatfusot: Museum of the Jewish People Our Global Israel Experience will culminate in a very special visit to the Museum of the Jewish People. We will have the opportunity to look back into our family tree and learn new facts about our heritage. There are special exhibits including: Let There Be Laughter Jewish Humor Around the World, Heroes Trailblazers of the Jewish People and My Family Story a fun-filled, meaningful, personal, global and multigenerational Jewish heritage journey to the past, where the exploration of one s Jewish family story, genealogy and traditions culminates in an artistic installation. Explore Tel Aviv/Yafo through the Generations Beautiful Jaffa Lookout to see the beautiful & bustling Tel Aviv, short walk through one of the oldest cities in the world to modern first Hebrew city. Concluding Ceremony with Mr. Isaac Herzog, Chairman of the Jewish Agency for Israel We will conclude the G2 experience through a fun and meaningful ceremony at the Hagana Museum. Mr. Herzog will reflect on the influence of his grandparents in his life. 4:00 PM L Hitraot: Depart for Ben Gurion Airport & Hotels Thank you for joining us on G2 s Global Israel Experience!

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