To give a real pre-Purim fun experience, both ECJS & JEP joined together to explore the Dutch capital city of Amsterdam . The event began with a visit to the heart of the city, where the group strolled through the charming streets of the Jordaan district including the De Negen Straatjes, Begijnhof inner court, and the inconic floating flower market (Bloemenmarkt).

On Friday, the group visited the traditional Dutch villages of Zaanse Schans, Volendam and Marken with their iconic windmills, traditional green wooden houses and live demonstrations of cheese-making and clog carving.

Shabbat continued the fun Purim spirit with plenty of l’chaim’s, as well as Mrs. Devora Leah Hurwitz teaching us that we are all unapologetically human. Finally on the Sunday, the event ended with the opportunity to discover the famous Dutch Portuguese Synagogue and enjoy a boat trip on scenic Dutch canals.