The details

This trip is intended for:

• Angelenos that identify as Jewish and who are between 21-45 years of age.
• Individuals that are eager to immerse themselves in Dominican and Caribbean culture.
• Lovers of group learning and group travel.
• Curious souls ready to connect with the global Jewish community and deepen their understanding of our collective heritage.

We are thrilled to announce that, thanks to the generous support of our funders and our partnership with NuRoots, the ROOTAS Dominican Republic trip is offered at a highly subsidized sliding scale cost of $750-$1250. This fee covers accommodations, meals, and in-country transportation, offering an affordable and inclusive experience. Please note that the cost does not cover airfare to and from the Dominican Republic or personal spending money.

Day 1: Arrival to Santo Domingo

• Arrival and check-in at your accommodation in Santo Domingo.
• Welcome and community grounding programming.
• Welcome dinner with an introduction to Dominican Republic's history as a haven for Jewish refugees during World War II.

Day 2: Discovering Santo Domingo

• Visit the Museum of the History of the Dominican People, highlighting Jewish migration stories.
• Visit Jewish sights of Santo Domingo.

Day 3:  Discovering Santo Domingo

• Connecting to social issues of the Dominican Republic.
• Guided tour of the Colonial Zone.
• Explore Dominican dance culture.

Day 4: Depart for Sosua

• Departure for Sosua and check-in at accommodation.
• Introduction to Sosua's Jewish heritage.
• Visit the Jewish Museum of Sosua and the local synagogue, learning about the Jewish settlers' impact.
• Shabbat in Sosua

Day 5: Exploring Sosua's Jewish Heritage

• Discovering the beaches of Sosúa.
• Group processing sessions.
• Havdalah

Day 6: Departure

• Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the hotel.
• Individual departure.

*Please note that this itinerary is subject change.