The global Jewish map is changing. Today, roughly 85% of Jews live in the United States and Israel, with only seven other countries home to Jewish populations of 100,000 or more. Over the past few decades, many historically rich Jewish communities around the world have declined by as much as 90%.

 

We do not want these communities to be forgotten. Our mission is to open access to rare journeys into ancient, shrinking Jewish communities for travelers seeking a deeper, small group experience. These trips are about understanding history and culture, and meeting those who have chosen to stay and sustain Jewish life against the odds.

 

In many places, time is running out. Centuries old communities are nearing the end of their historical presence, not because of catastrophe, but because of quiet demographic reality. Communities are aging, and in some cases, only a handful of members remain. 

 

Example: When Dan visited Syria earlier this year, the Jewish community had already declined from eight members to six in a matter of months. These are places that can still be visited today, but may not exist in any meaningful form tomorrow.