BBYO is the leading worldwide, pluralistic Jewish youth movement currently spanning 60 countries and engaging more than 65,000+ teens as the principal provider of Jewish travel and service-learning. Organized in tandem with expert local travel partners, BBYO programs combine the best of informal education and travel expertise.

Our programs embrace pluralistic Jewish values and provide opportunities for inspiration, connection, and community. Plus, prior involvement with BBYO is not needed to participate!

OUR PROGRAMS

BBYO Passport encompasses the following major program areas:

SUMMER EXPERIENCES
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Elevate your summer with new experiences, new friendships, and a new way of looking at the world. BBYO Passport summer programs combine elements of active touring, community service, and meaningful Jewish experiences. Spanning more than a dozen countries, we offer nearly 30 different programs with a range of program themes for teens currently enrolled in grades 8–12.

Grade/Age: 8th–12th Grade

Duration: 8–36 Days

Destinations: 12+ Countries

Seasons: Summer

Scholarships Available

ROOTONE VOUCHERS
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Thanks to a generous gift from The Marcus Foundation, and powered by The Jewish Education Project, summer travel to Israel with BBYO can be subsidized with a RootOne voucher. Simply register for a BBYO Passport experience in Israel and we’ll send you application information when it becomes available.

Grade/Age: 9th–12th Grade

Destinations: Israel

Seasons: Summer

$3,000 Trip Subsidy

ISRAEL FAMILY JOURNEY
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Treat your family to Israel’s rich history, modern culture, and natural beauty on an 8–12 day multi-generational tour with travel dates offered during the summer and winter vacation seasons.

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Grade/Age: All Ages Welcome

Duration: 8–12 Days

Destinations: Israel

Seasons: Year-round

Bar/bat mitzvah option

OUR VALUES

While each BBYO Passport experience is unique, they share these common programmatic goals:

COMMUNITY

Teens will develop a sense of being part of a community of travelers – living in the same space, sharing meaningful experiences, and forming lasting friendships.

JEWISH LIFE

Teens will nurture a love and appreciation for Jewish life in all its forms around the world while embracing values of mutual respect and learning.

SAFETY & FUN

Each experience optimizes fun while maximizing safety; teens will be able to live the fullest expression of adventure travel without fear.

CULTURAL UNDERSTANDING

Teens will engage in experiences outside of their comfort zone and will return home with greater confidence, sense of self, and independence.

PERSONAL GROWTH

Teens will be exposed to new cultures and ideas, and in so doing will develop the capacity to see their own life from a broader perspective.

ROLE MODELING

Teens will benefit from invaluable connections with their trip staff, viewing their staff as role models.