Southern Schmooze Shabbaton

2027 Rates

Payment Schedule

• Due at Registration: A $50 non-refundable deposit per participant, ages 3 and up, will be processed.
• January 11, 2027: Full payment due. See ‘Cancellation Policy’.

Payment can be made via credit card, e-check, or by mailing a check. If paying via credit card, a 2.5% fee will be added to cover the processing fees charged to Ramah Darom by the credit card companies. There is no fee to pay via e-check or mailed check. Please ensure mailed checks reach our Atlanta office by the payment due date indicated.

We strongly encourage purchasing Trip Protection Insurance. This insurance must be purchased before your final payment is made! While we understand that unexpected life events can happen between registration and the retreat, please note that our refund policies are based on the significant upfront costs we incur once your registration is confirmed. As a result, we regret that we cannot provide any refunds after January 11, 2027 for any reason.

Cancellations must be submitted in writing to retreats@ramahdarom.org.

Housing Descriptions

Hotel Rooms

There are four hotel buildings on our 185-acre campus. All hotel rooms have a private bathroom, heating and air conditioning, a dresser, a table with two chairs, a personal coffee maker with pods, a mini-fridge, complimentary toiletries, and bed and bath linens. Most rooms have two queen beds, and a few have one king bed or two full beds. A limited number of connecting rooms are available, and some hotel rooms are ADA-accessible.

Cottages

There are four private cottages on Ramah Darom’s campus—our most luxurious accommodations. Nestled among the trees, these cozy, studio-style cottages feature a king-sized bed, a full-sized pullout couch, a private porch, and a bathroom with a walk-in shower. A small kitchenette includes a sink, refrigerator, and a personal coffee maker with pods. All cottages have heating and air conditioning, a dresser, a table with two chairs, complimentary hotel-style toiletries, and bed and bath linens. These charming accommodations are best suited for two guests and provide an elevated retreat experience. Cottages are not ADA-accessible and can only be accessed via stairs.

Alabama

Temple Beth El, Birmingham

Agudath Israel Etz Ahayem, Montgomery

North Carolina

Beth Israel Congregation, Fayetteville

B’nai Israel Congregation, Wilmington

The Fort Bragg
Jewish Community 

South Carolina

Congregation Beth Israel, Greenville

Tennessee

B’nai Zion Congregation, Chattanooga

Heska Amuna Synagogue, Knoxville

If you are interested in bringing your small Jewish community to Southern Schmooze, please reach out to retreats@ramahdarom.org.

Check-in: Friday, February 5, 2027, 2:00-5:00pm ET
L’hitraot: Sunday, February 7, 2027, 11:00am ET

Ramah Darom is two hours from Atlanta, in Clayton, GA. Please download and print these Driving Directions and bring them with you when you travel. GPS shortcuts can lead you to dangerous mountain roads!

Ramah Darom does not offer transportation from the Atlanta airport to campus for this retreat as there is not typically a large interest or need. If you have difficulty coordinating travel to Ramah Darom’s campus, please contact retreats@ramahdarom.org, and we will assist you. Ultimately, we do not want this to hinder your participation in this program.

Please use this Packing List as a guide and bring any specific items that you feel are necessary for your health, safety, and enjoyment.

Below are answers to our most frequently asked questions. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, please reach out!

Ramah Darom Retreat FAQ