An Overview of Yeshiva Week (Midwinter) 2026 Vacation Programs
Yeshiva Week 2026 (also known as Midwinter Break or Winter Break) typically runs from mid-January through early February, with exact dates varying by school and region. This comprehensive guide covers kosher holiday listings and vacation programs, resorts, cruises, and tours available during this popular winter break period.
CARIBBEAN
Bahamas
Year-round kosher dining at Cinko Asian Latino Grill and Knosh Food Truck, with expanded Yeshiva Week offerings including additional kosher restaurants, Shabbat meals, daily minyanim, and family programming (January 10 – February 16, 2026)
Chabad of the Bahamas
Daily minyanim, Shabbat services and meals, kosher takeout, and community programming at Baha Mar (January 16 – February 3, 2026)
Barbados
Daily Shacharit minyan, Shabbat services and meals, kosher takeout for midweek and Shabbat in the West Coast area
Dominican Republic
Elite Kosher Travel at Barceló Bávaro Palace, Punta Cana
Ten-day all-inclusive program featuring beachfront accommodations, gourmet kosher dining, kids programming, teen activities, fitness classes with Sarah Faks, entertainment by Zusha and Yoel Spielman (January 15-25, 2026)
Panama
Panama Yeshiva Week by Go Beyond Travel
Seven nights at Renaissance Panama City with daily kosher breakfast and Shabbat meals, Panama Canal tours, rainforest adventures, Emberá Village cultural experience, Playa Escondida beach day, Kosher Fest dinner buffet (January 18-25, 2026)
MEXICO
Riviera Maya
Glatt Kosher Vacations at Iberostar Selection ParaÃso Lindo
Family-friendly beachfront resort with daily kids programming, Jewish counselors, water parks, spa facilities (January 18-25, 2026)
KMR Winter Retreat at Sensira Resort & Spa
All-inclusive private beachfront escape with gourmet kosher dining, daily minyanim, entertainment, family activities (January 22 – February 2, 2026)
UNITED STATES
Vermont
Kosher Winter Resort at Equinox Golf Resort & Spa
Historic luxury resort in the Green Mountains, gourmet kosher dining by Greenwald Caterers, family programming, nearby ski slopes, winter activities (January 28 – February 2, 2026)
Pennsylvania
YeshivaMidwinter at Kalahari Waterpark Resort
Convention center programming with kosher food delivery, onsite options, complimentary indoor waterpark access, Avraham Fried concert February 1st, men’s only hours Sunday February 1st (Multiple sessions: January 18-23, January 25-29, January 31-February 4, 2026)
Florida
Kosher hotel in Bay Harbor Islands with special Yeshiva Week packages (Available through December 31, 2026).
Relatedly, see our guide to the best Miami kosher restaurants as well as options for Shabbat meals in Miami. Additionally, if interested in a kosher vacation rental in Florida, including in Miami and the surrounding environs, see our guide here.
CRUISES
Caribbean Cruises
Fresh Kosher Cruises on Royal Caribbean Symphony of the Seas
Sailing 1 (January 18-25, 2026): Miami to St. Maarten, St. Thomas, Perfect Day at CocoCay
Sailing 2 (January 25-February 1, 2026): Miami to Nassau, Perfect Day at CocoCay, Falmouth, Labadee
Fresh kosher dining program with daily meals, Shabbat services onboard
Australia & New Zealand
Golden Tours & Kosher Travelers Australia/New Zealand Cruise
14-night cruise from Auckland to Sydney with stops in Tauranga, Wellington, Milford Sound, Hobart, Melbourne; gourmet kosher dining, onboard mashgichim, daily minyanim (February 1-15, 2026)
EUROPE
Spain
Marvella Kosher Hotel, Marbella
Year-round boutique hotel on Costa del Sol, 18 elegant rooms and suites, full-board glatt kosher dining, Shabbat meals and services
Montenegro
Elegant oceanfront kosher retreat with luxury accommodations, gourmet kosher dining, welcoming Jewish environment
Italy
Loisirel Winter Ski Vacation at Savoia Resort, Bardonecchia
Alpine getaway with Olympic-level slopes, full-board kosher dining under Rav Cremisi, modern spa, family ski programming (February 22 – March 1, 2026)
Austria
MG Kosher Trips Luxury Ski Retreat, Kaprun
Boutique alpine getaway with gourmet kosher dining, ski-in/ski-out access, Kitzsteinhorn Glacier skiing (January 5-12 & 12-19, 2026)
SOUTH AMERICA
Argentina
Lebor Tours Argentina – Patagonia, Buenos Aires & Iguazu Falls
Explore Glacier National Park, cruise Lake Argentina, marvel at Iguazu Falls; 5-star accommodations, gourmet kosher cuisine (February 8-19, 2026)
AFRICA
Morocco
White & Blue Kosher Winter Vacation at The View Agadir
Glatt Kosher L’Mehadrin beachfront escape, gourmet dining by Royal Events, musical evenings, kids activities (December 22, 2025 – January 2, 2026)
Safari Programs
Gaya Tours Luxury Kosher Safaris
Private tours to South Africa, Cape Town, Kenya, Tanzania, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Rwanda with kosher dining
ASIA & PACIFIC
India
Gaya Tours India Discovery Tour
11-day luxury journey through Taj Mahal, Jaipur, Udaipur, Mumbai; Oberoi Hotels, Glatt Kosher cuisine, festive Shabbatot (January 26 – February 5, 2026)
Thailand
ANI Thailand Kosher Private Resort
Private all-inclusive island resort with bespoke experiences, luxury oceanfront villas, personalized kosher dining
Sri Lanka
ANI Sri Lanka Kosher Private Resort
Private beachfront all-inclusive resort with gourmet kosher cuisine, family activities
PRIVATE VILLA COLLECTIONS
Multiple Destinations
Kosher Casas Luxury Villas
Private villas and experiences in Costa Rica, Turks & Caicos, Dominican Republic, Thailand, Africa, Galapagos Islands, Bora Bora, Sri Lanka, Anguilla, Mexico, Italy
ANI Private Resorts
- ANI Dominican Republic: Private peninsula resort for 6-28 guests
- ANI Anguilla: All-inclusive ocean-view villas with Mashgiach-supervised dining
- ANI Thailand: Private island resort with cultural experiences
- ANI Sri Lanka: Beachfront private resort
ADDITIONAL TOURS & EXPERIENCES
Private catamaran charters in Caribbean (January-March) and Mediterranean (from June), gourmet kosher meals, Shabbat-friendly trips
Panama Luxury Kosher Tour Experience
5-day journey through Casco Viejo, Panama Canal, Caribbean beaches, Embera village, Jewish heritage sites
Glatt Kosher Vacations Peru – Machu Picchu
Journey through Lima, Cusco, Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu; luxury accommodations, Glatt Kosher Cholov Yisroel meals (February 16-23, 2026)
Note: Dates for Yeshiva Week vary by school and region, typically ranging from January 10 to February 5, 2026. Always verify kosher supervision, pricing, availability, and specific dates directly with each program before booking. Many programs sell out early, so advance reservations are strongly recommended.
Please confirm all details directly, as there may be errors in program information.
