Frequently Asked Questions
REGISTRATION
What is the price difference between In Person and Virtual Event tickets?
There is no price difference, Virtual tickets and In person tickets both cost $149.
When attending In Person, you can stay on site and your ticket price ($399 early bird or $499 regular ticket) will also include lodging and meals.
Who can come to the retreat?
All KabU students are invited to attend: virtual and physical, beginners and grad students will all find this to be a life changing experience.
Can I bring friends and or members of my family to the retreat?
The retreat schedule and activities are geared to Kabbalah students.
You are welcome to register friends and family who wish to come and enjoy the camp and its beautiful surroundings but there will be no other organized program besides our planned Kabbalah activities. We advise you to take this opportunity to be fully engaged in the retreat activities, and of course, your friends and family members are also welcome to participate in the program.
Can I bring my Kids with me?
The retreat activities are not suitable for children under 18. There will be no special program for children.
What happens if I pay and I have to cancel?
All refunds that are not COVID related, will incur a cancellation fee of 25% of the registration cost which will be applied when received prior to August 26. Cancellations received less than 2 weeks before the first day of the retreat will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
All cancellations must be sent to the retreat organizers at KabU@kabbalah.info
For COVID related cancelations please see the Health And Safety section on this page
Can I make a down payment and pay the remainder in cash when I arrive?
The retreat can be paid in full via PayPal, credit card or by check. You may pay in cash upon arrival but you will not be able to take advantage of the Early Bird rate.
HEALTH AND SAFTY
Are there COVID-related restrictions about who can attend?
Currently there is no restriction to hold an event within the State of New York, however there might be travel restriction from the place you are travelling from. Please defer to your local jurisdiction to determine if restrictions apply.
What if I suddenly can’t travel and attend In Person due to Covid restriction?
We know things can change quickly when it comes to Covid. If for whatever reason you can’t travel due to a Covid restriction in your County/State/Country and due to that you are unable to travel, we will happily replace your ticket with a Virtual attendance ticket and refund you on the difference.
Please let us know ASAP if such a situation arises.
What covid protocols will be in place?
We will follow the State and Hotel Guidelines/Regulations at the time of the event. More information will be provided as appropriate.
Are you going to be enforcing a mask policy?
We will be following State/City/Hotel guidelines for masks and overall safety. Our ability to host this event will be determined by following the rules and regulations at the time of the event.
Can you tell me what health and safety precautions are going to be in place?
– We will continue to analyze and make determination on appropriate precautions.
– Masks and hand sanitizer will be available. We will also be adhering to the New York State and the Camps policies and guidelines that are in place at the time of the event.
Do I need a Vaccine to attend?
We will be following covid and safety protocols. At this time, in the state of New York there is no requirement to be vaccinated in order to attend gatherings, however as we know health and safety related matters are subject to change.
What happens if I get sick while travelling to the Event and/ or get sick at the Event?
Will you be able to accommodate people with special dietary needs?
The meals at the retreat will be buffet style with great variety including vegetarian and gluten free options. If you have other special dietary requirements, please contact us at KabU@kabbalah.info We will do our best to try to accommodate your needs.
Is the Retreat Wheelchair accessible?
The campsite is fairly hilly with gravel paths. Most of the retreat facilities including the cabins have stairs and are not easily accessible for a wheelchair-user. Having said that, If you are a wheelchair user and wish to participate in the retreat please contact us at KabU@Kabbalah.info to find out about accommodation alternatives at one of the nearby hotels. If you travel with a Caregiver, we will gladly accommodate them free of charge.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Can I request specific roommates? Can we choose who to share a room with?
The sleeping accommodations have separate cabins for men and women. We will try to honor requests for specific roommates in the same cabin, but please keep in mind that this is a retreat based on connection. Making new friends that share the same goal as yourself is a huge spiritual gift!
Can I have my own room?
The venue offers a limited number of private rooms which are reserved for students or staff members with special needs. Let us know if you require such special accommodations by sending an email to info@kabuconnect.com
TRAVELING
Where should I fly to?
We recommend flying to Newark International Airport. Please plan to arrive before 12:00 p.m. EDT. A chartered bus will be available at 12:00pm to take you to the Iroquois Spring Camp. Reservations for the bus should be made as soon as possible as space is limited. Reserve your seat in advance by filling out this form.
How do I get there independently?
You can reserve a spot on the charter bus at Newark International Airport even if you are not flying in. If you don’t want to go to the airport, you can use public transportation from Manhattan or drive by car. Check out our travel page for further info.
For those choosing to use public transportation and arrive independently to the Retreat site, please make sure to send us an email at info@kabuconnect.com with your contact information including your phone number and approximate time of arrival, one of our KabU representatives will be in touch with you to coordinate your pick up.
I’m coming by car. Is there free parking?
Yes and plenty!
