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  Chassidic Discovery Center, Inc.
Ratings Summary:   Rating: 4.7 (193)
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Last 3 months 24 58 58 0 100% 4.7
Last 6 months 40 98 98 0 100% 4.7
Last 12 months 79 193   194   1 99% 4.7
All 161 404 406 2 99% 4.7
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Chassidic Discovery Daily Walking Tour 193 99% 4.7
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Rating: 4
good experience/interesting/personable guide
Mon, Nov 2  10:00 AM reneemilner Female 50-59 Local Individual
very personal which we liked--would have liked to have seen additional parts/people of this community although, I couldn't name what I was missing. Perhaps, seeing a wider area/businesses/homes etc.or visit the Jewish Children's Museum.
Rating: 5
Excellent introduction to Lubavtich Chassidism
Thu, Oct 29  10:00 AM boppenheim Male 70+ Domestic Tourist(s) Family Without Children
Don't be put off by the black hats and long beards. The two rabbis who led the tour were very personable and open, they were willing to answer any questions they were asked, and the tour took us to the heart of Lubavitch and really let us know how they tick. Only three of the nine on the tour were Jewish. The tour included a nice lunch. Very worthwhile.
Rating: 4
Instructive and educational tour
Tue, Oct 27  10:00 AM pkravitz Male 70+ Domestic Tourist(s) Unspecified
The tour was very well conducted by Rabbi Epstein. He spoke in understandable terms and was most willing to answer questions, enabling us to learn about Chabad, its roots, its teachings, and its logic in dealing with everyday living. We are glad we chose to take this tour.
Rating: 5
Must See for everyone interested in jewish culture
Sun, Oct 25  10:00 AM michaelsaya Male 30-39 International Tourist(s) Family Without Children
The tour was very interesting and the guides very friendly. I warmly recommend it to anyone who is interested in the jewish culture, for people of jewish background or not.
Rating: 5
Informative - Highly Recommended - Eye Opening
Sun, Oct 25  10:00 AM sag265 Male 60-69 Local Family Without Children
Very interesting insight into how other families conduct their daily lives. Facinating to see what takes place inside buildings that I've passed many times without giving a thought to the ferver and zeal that others have for their faith. Long discussions with the Rabbis on diverse topics.
Rating: 5
AUTHENTIC!
Fri, Oct 23  10:00 AM bjmcbeath Female 40-49 Domestic Tourist(s) Other
We are still talking about our tour with Rabbi Epstein. It was fascinating! We learned so much about the Chassidic Community. The community was authentically Jewish, with wonderful shops, families, and people hurrying to and fro. Observing in the Temple was mesmerizing. We long for such a devoted lifestyle! Rabbi Epstein was open and extremely knowledgeable. Thank you for a wonderful tour! The lunch at the kosher deli was also very enjoyable. We enthusiastically recommend this tour!
Rating: 4
Recommended for something different
Thu, Oct 22  10:00 AM gmurphy03 Male 50-59 Domestic Tourist(s) Individual
If you are interested in seeing a fascinating subculture preserving tradition within a modern society or if you have a general interest in religion/spirituality, this tour provides a glimpse into the Chassidic way of life. The rabbi gives a thorough one-hour discussion with the group (questions encouraged) before the actual tour. The highlight of the tour itself for me was the visit to the synagogue, which was far more interesting than I would have imagined. The dedication of the Chassidim to their beliefs and way of life was impressive.
Rating: 4
Fascinating
Wed, Oct 21  10:00 AM Turnwood Female 50-59 International Tourist(s) Family With Children
Interesting, informative and fascinating. It was a privilege for me and my two daughters to be able to observe this way of life.
Rating: 5
Extremely interesting and sympathetic
Sun, Oct 18  10:00 AM Feilberg Male 60-69 International Tourist(s) Individual
Basically, for those of us who have no access to hassidic thought and faith, it is very interesting to have it presented by people, who live the faith. One could comment on this or that minor aspect to the tour, but I don't want to, because it would detract from my overall enthousiasm.
Rating: 4
A Great Experience
Mon, Oct 12  10:00 AM cadelstein Female 40-49 Domestic Tourist(s) Group of Friends
Our group of three joined four other people for a personalized tour of Crown Heights. Both of our tour guides were knowledgeable and very open about their beliefs and their community. It was an eye opening experience we never will forget.
Rating: 4
Recommend with caveat
Thu, Oct 8  10:00 AM sheilajasper Female 60-69 Local Group of Friends
My group thoroughly enjoyed this tour of Crown Heights, especially since it was holiday time. However we are from NYC and suburbs and knew what to expect. There were people in our group who were from out of town and out of the country who did not understand what the community was about. They expected to learn about all aspects of Judaism, not realizing that this tour was one aspect of Judaism. They were confused, and really did not totally understand what they were seeing. Rabbi Beryl Epstein is funny , entertaining and very informative about the Lubavitch lifestyle. I think the description of the tour should emphasize that this is a glimpse at the lifestyle of the Lubavitch sect of Judaism.
Rating: 5
A must-do tour suitable for everyone! Fascinating!
Wed, Oct 7  10:00 AM karenhayward Female 30-39 International Tourist(s) Other
This tour offers a fascinating insight into the Hassidic way of life - I would highly recommend this to everyone.
Rating: 5
Lubavich 101
Thu, Oct 1  10:00 AM flowersdolly Female 60-69 Domestic Tourist(s) Individual
I enjoyed this tour very much. It was very informative and certainly gave me an education into the Lubavich life. Many thanks to Rabbi Epstein.
Rating: 5
Wonderful
Wed, Sep 30  10:00 AM Goerger Male 60-69 Domestic Tourist(s) Other
My wife, our friend, and myself greatly enjoyed our tour. Rabbi Epstein was very friendly and informative. We learned a great deal about the Chassidic way of life. Our lunch on the tour was excellent, also. We would highly recommend this tour to everyone.
Rating: 4
Increased understanding
Thu, Sep 17  10:00 AM turnbow Female 70+ Unspecified Unspecified
Answered questions that I had about the traditions and beliefs of the Jewish group. Increased understanding of the reasons for traditions and daily activities. Immersion in the local community was very helpful. The attitude of the guide was very conducive to questions.
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