FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q. Who is eligible for this trip?
A. This trip is being made available for the Jewish community of the greater GTA (Greater Toronto Area) for the ages of 20 and up. There is a heavy focus on young professionals which is reflected in the highly subsidized price for under 30 year olds.
Q. What are the dates for the November 2024 trip?
A. The trip is scheduled to depart from Toronto on Sunday, November 3rd with a return date of Sunday, November 10th.
Q. How much is the deposit?
A. Upon completing the registration form, you will be asked to make a deposit of $399 USD.
Your application is only complete with your deposit.
Q. What will the weather be like in November?
A. Poland weather is much like Ontario, often mimicking its inconsistent weather patterns. Like Toronto, you can expect cooler temperatures for early November. A warm jacket will be highly recommended.
Q. Which flight are we taking?
A. We will be flying with LOT Airlines
- Departure - Sunday, November 3rd - 10:45pm - FLIGHT 046 direct to Warsaw - arrival at 1:00pm Monday.
- Return - Sunday, November 10th - 5:00pm - FLIGHT 045 direct to Toronto - arrival at 8:35pm Sunday.
Q. Do I need to be on that flight?
A. Ideally yes, so that you are with the entire group, but if taking an alternate flight, you must be at the Warsaw Airport by 12:30pm Monday.
Q. I see multiple options for a flight home on the 2nd. What is my best option?
A. We will be in Krakow on Sunday morning. Its a 4.5 hour drive to Warsaw. We will be leaving around 8am from Krakow and driving north, stopping in the town of Kielce on the way to the airport. If you take an earlier flight out of Warsaw, you will need to either fly or take a train out of the Krakow Airport.
Q. When should I book my flight?
A. Please do not book your flight until you receive written confirmation from us.
Q. What is the trip itinerary?
A. Please click below for a sample itinerary from the trip. Please use this only as a guide as it is subject to change.
CLICK HERE FOR SAMPLE ITINERARY
Q. I want to experience this trip with my child/parent/sibling/spouse, will they be on the same bus as me?
A. The buses are divided by age and for the most part, will be travelling together.
We can arrange to room together, but we strongly recommend you travel with your age group.
It creates a more conducive atmosphere for each bus.
Q. When is full payment due and what is the actual cost?
A. The full application and payment must be submitted by September 30th , 2024.
The true land cost of the trip is $1,900 USD.
If you are 18-29 years old AND LIVING IN TORONTO, the amount due is $399 USD. Each participant is being subsidized $1,500 through Aish HaTorah and community philanthropists. If you are in a position to pay the full amount, it will assist us in helping others who cannot afford the cost of this trip.
If you are 18-29 years old and live outside Toronto, the amount due is $1,149 USD. Each participant is being subsidized $750 through Aish HaTorah and community philanthropists. If you are in a position to pay the full amount, it will assist us in helping others who cannot afford the cost of this trip.
If you are 30-44, the amount due is $1,149 USD. Each participant is being subsidized $750 through Aish HaTorah and community philanthropists. If you are in a position to pay the full amount, it will assist us in helping others who cannot afford the cost of this trip.
If you are 45+, the amount due is $1,699 USD. Each participant is being subsidized $200 through Aish HaTorah and community philanthropists. If you are in a position to pay the full amount, it will assist us in helping others who cannot afford the cost of this trip.
The fees are based on your age as of November 3rd, the day the flight leaves (not when you register).
Q. What can I expect from the trip?
A. There is no sugar-coating this… the trip will be the one of the most intense & emotional experiences of your life. You will witness the remnants of the world’s largest modern day genocide with many sites still left intact. But this is our history and you need to witness it firsthand. There will be many moments of introspection, inspiration, song & hope.
Q. Is the deposit refundable?
A. Yes, until September 3rd. After that date, the deposit will be non-refundable.
Q. Who will be leading this trip?
A. Each bus will have a licensed educational guide from Israel, a professionally trained veteran on Holocaust education. The trip will also be accompanied by a Holocaust Survivor, a community leader and trip logistics will be coordinated by a member of The Living Legacy Experience committee.
Q. What type of security will be on the trip?
A. The trip will be accompanied by a Polish security officer from start to finish. This individual will assist us with the driver and maintain security for the participants.
Q. Can you tell me about the food & accommodations?
A. Three certified kosher meals will be provided daily by a company out of Israel who will follow us from Hotel to Hotel. The Hotel accommodations will be 4 star and the price is based on double occupancy. The single occupancy rate is $495 USD
Q. What is expected of me from this experience?
A. Our goal with this experience is 3-fold:
- To educate participants about pre-war Poland & Jewish life, the Holocaust, the impact & the aftermath
- To have participants hear live testimony from a Holocaust Survivor to ensure the continuity of their legacy
- To inspire participants to come back to Toronto and make a difference in Jewish Toronto
Q. What are the expectations over Shabbat?
A. We will be in the beautiful town of Krakow... so rich in Jewish History. Participants are expected to be with the group at all times. When in public with the group, we expect participants to respect the Shabbat and those observing it. No phones, cameras or pictures please.
A. This trip is being made available for the Jewish community of the greater GTA (Greater Toronto Area) for the ages of 20 and up. There is a heavy focus on young professionals which is reflected in the highly subsidized price for under 30 year olds.
Q. What are the dates for the November 2024 trip?
A. The trip is scheduled to depart from Toronto on Sunday, November 3rd with a return date of Sunday, November 10th.
Q. How much is the deposit?
A. Upon completing the registration form, you will be asked to make a deposit of $399 USD.
Your application is only complete with your deposit.
Q. What will the weather be like in November?
A. Poland weather is much like Ontario, often mimicking its inconsistent weather patterns. Like Toronto, you can expect cooler temperatures for early November. A warm jacket will be highly recommended.
Q. Which flight are we taking?
A. We will be flying with LOT Airlines
- Departure - Sunday, November 3rd - 10:45pm - FLIGHT 046 direct to Warsaw - arrival at 1:00pm Monday.
- Return - Sunday, November 10th - 5:00pm - FLIGHT 045 direct to Toronto - arrival at 8:35pm Sunday.
Q. Do I need to be on that flight?
A. Ideally yes, so that you are with the entire group, but if taking an alternate flight, you must be at the Warsaw Airport by 12:30pm Monday.
Q. I see multiple options for a flight home on the 2nd. What is my best option?
A. We will be in Krakow on Sunday morning. Its a 4.5 hour drive to Warsaw. We will be leaving around 8am from Krakow and driving north, stopping in the town of Kielce on the way to the airport. If you take an earlier flight out of Warsaw, you will need to either fly or take a train out of the Krakow Airport.
Q. When should I book my flight?
A. Please do not book your flight until you receive written confirmation from us.
Q. What is the trip itinerary?
A. Please click below for a sample itinerary from the trip. Please use this only as a guide as it is subject to change.
CLICK HERE FOR SAMPLE ITINERARY
Q. I want to experience this trip with my child/parent/sibling/spouse, will they be on the same bus as me?
A. The buses are divided by age and for the most part, will be travelling together.
We can arrange to room together, but we strongly recommend you travel with your age group.
It creates a more conducive atmosphere for each bus.
Q. When is full payment due and what is the actual cost?
A. The full application and payment must be submitted by September 30th , 2024.
The true land cost of the trip is $1,900 USD.
If you are 18-29 years old AND LIVING IN TORONTO, the amount due is $399 USD. Each participant is being subsidized $1,500 through Aish HaTorah and community philanthropists. If you are in a position to pay the full amount, it will assist us in helping others who cannot afford the cost of this trip.
If you are 18-29 years old and live outside Toronto, the amount due is $1,149 USD. Each participant is being subsidized $750 through Aish HaTorah and community philanthropists. If you are in a position to pay the full amount, it will assist us in helping others who cannot afford the cost of this trip.
If you are 30-44, the amount due is $1,149 USD. Each participant is being subsidized $750 through Aish HaTorah and community philanthropists. If you are in a position to pay the full amount, it will assist us in helping others who cannot afford the cost of this trip.
If you are 45+, the amount due is $1,699 USD. Each participant is being subsidized $200 through Aish HaTorah and community philanthropists. If you are in a position to pay the full amount, it will assist us in helping others who cannot afford the cost of this trip.
The fees are based on your age as of November 3rd, the day the flight leaves (not when you register).
Q. What can I expect from the trip?
A. There is no sugar-coating this… the trip will be the one of the most intense & emotional experiences of your life. You will witness the remnants of the world’s largest modern day genocide with many sites still left intact. But this is our history and you need to witness it firsthand. There will be many moments of introspection, inspiration, song & hope.
Q. Is the deposit refundable?
A. Yes, until September 3rd. After that date, the deposit will be non-refundable.
Q. Who will be leading this trip?
A. Each bus will have a licensed educational guide from Israel, a professionally trained veteran on Holocaust education. The trip will also be accompanied by a Holocaust Survivor, a community leader and trip logistics will be coordinated by a member of The Living Legacy Experience committee.
Q. What type of security will be on the trip?
A. The trip will be accompanied by a Polish security officer from start to finish. This individual will assist us with the driver and maintain security for the participants.
Q. Can you tell me about the food & accommodations?
A. Three certified kosher meals will be provided daily by a company out of Israel who will follow us from Hotel to Hotel. The Hotel accommodations will be 4 star and the price is based on double occupancy. The single occupancy rate is $495 USD
Q. What is expected of me from this experience?
A. Our goal with this experience is 3-fold:
- To educate participants about pre-war Poland & Jewish life, the Holocaust, the impact & the aftermath
- To have participants hear live testimony from a Holocaust Survivor to ensure the continuity of their legacy
- To inspire participants to come back to Toronto and make a difference in Jewish Toronto
Q. What are the expectations over Shabbat?
A. We will be in the beautiful town of Krakow... so rich in Jewish History. Participants are expected to be with the group at all times. When in public with the group, we expect participants to respect the Shabbat and those observing it. No phones, cameras or pictures please.