Program Details

📅 Program Dates: Wed, April 1 – Fri, April 10, 2026

Optional Pre-Day: Tues, March 31, 2026

Everything You Need for an Unforgettable Passover

Join us for a Passover experience like no other at the beautiful Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort. Our program is thoughtfully designed to provide luxury, comfort, and entertainment for the entire family. From gourmet Glatt Kosher dining to exciting daily activities, every detail is carefully planned to make your holiday both meaningful and fun.

Luxury Rooms

Elegant Stays

Schneur Wineberg

Director, CEO

See the Experience for Yourself

Explore photos of our beautiful resort, luxurious rooms, and world-class facilities. Get a glimpse of the unforgettable Passover experience that awaits you.

Traditional Passover Seder setup at the Elevated Passover program. — The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort

Drone view of Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay surrounded by water and greenery.

Golf course at Hyatt Chesapeake Bay during the Elevated Passover retreat. — The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort

Traditional Passover Seder setup at the Elevated Passover program. — The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort

Traditional Passover Seder setup at the Elevated Passover program. — The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort

International Kosher Mehadrin supervision for Elevated Passover meals — The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort

Relaxing spa and wellness facilities at Hyatt Chesapeake Bay resort. — Sunset at The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort

Aerial view of Hyatt Chesapeake Bay waterfront resort. — Golf Course at The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort

Drone view of Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay surrounded by water and greenery. — Sunset at The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort

Drone view of Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay surrounded by water and greenery. — Sunset at The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort

International Kosher Mehadrin supervision for Elevated Passover meals — Indoor Pool at The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort

Walking path leading to the waterfront areas at the resort. — Outdoor Activity Pool at Sunset at The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort

Golf course at Hyatt Chesapeake Bay during the Elevated Passover retreat. — Water Slide at Sunset at The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort

Drone view of Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay surrounded by water and greenery. — Outdoor Activity Pool at Sunset at The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort

Drone view of Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay surrounded by water and greenery. — Resort View Double Queen

Drone view of Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay surrounded by water and greenery. — Water View Balcony King Room

Luxury Passover program at Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort. — Suite with Balcony Water View

Aerial view of Hyatt Chesapeake Bay waterfront resort. — Water View King Room

Luxury Passover program at Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort. — Suite Powder Room

Front entrance of Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay at sunset. — Family Petite Suite

Exterior view of Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort during Elevated Passover. — Family Petite Suite

Spacious luxury guest room at Hyatt Chesapeake Bay for Elevated Passover. — Suite Bathroom

Spacious luxury guest room at Hyatt Chesapeake Bay for Elevated Passover. — Presidential Suite Entrance

Outdoor resort pool overlooking the bay at Hyatt Chesapeake Bay. — Presidential Suite Bedroom

Family-friendly swimming pool at Hyatt Chesapeake Bay for Elevated Passover guests — Presidential Suite Living Room

Elegant hotel suite with premium amenities for Passover guests. — Michener's Library Adult Lounge

Elegant hotel suite with premium amenities for Passover guests. — Michener's Library Adult Lounge

Spacious waterfront room at Hyatt Chesapeake Bay for Elevated Passover. — Relaxing Seating Areas at The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay

Exterior view of Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort during Elevated Passover. — Relaxing Seating Areas at The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay

Spacious waterfront room at Hyatt Chesapeake Bay for Elevated Passover. — Games Room

Relaxing spa and wellness facilities at Hyatt Chesapeake Bay resort. — Arcade Room

Families are enjoying Passover vacation activities at Hyatt Chesapeake Bay. — Pool Tables

Relaxing spa and wellness facilities at Hyatt Chesapeake Bay resort. — Spa Treatment Room

Relaxing spa and wellness facilities at Hyatt Chesapeake Bay resort. — 24 Hour Fitness Center

Live entertainment and evening programs at Elevated Passover. — The Pier at The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay

Aerial view of Hyatt Chesapeake Bay waterfront resort. — The Marina at The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay

Front entrance of Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay at sunset. — Sunset at The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay

International Kosher Mehadrin supervision for Elevated Passover meals — Breakwater Pavilion at Sunset

Front entrance of Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay at sunset. — Sunset on the Beach at The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay

Relaxing poolside bed at Elevated Passover 2026 resort — Ballroom Foyer at The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay

Family-friendly swimming pool at Hyatt Chesapeake Bay for Elevated Passover guests — Ballroom at The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay

Family-friendly swimming pool at Hyatt Chesapeake Bay for Elevated Passover guests — Ballroom at The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay

Relaxing spa and wellness facilities at Hyatt Chesapeake Bay resort. — Kayaking on the Choptank River

Golf course at Hyatt Chesapeake Bay during the Elevated Passover retreat. — River March Golf Course at The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay

River March Golf Course at The Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay

Our Rooms and Suites

Discover spacious rooms, elegant suites, and first-class facilities designed for your comfort. From relaxing spa treatments to exciting outdoor activities, everything you need is right here.

Price & Room Information

Elegant rooms, premium service, and all-inclusive rates.

Everything you need — from gourmet dining to full program access — is included.

12% OFF - LIMITED TIME ONLY
$1,695 OFF A CONNECTING ROOM* FOR CHILDREN 12 AND UNDER
*not including suites

ALL RATES ARE PER PERSON, PLUS 25% APPLICABLE TAXES AND SERVICE CHARGES.

Category Rates - Per Person (Double Occupancy)	Full Stay 10 Days / 9 Nights Wed, April 1 - Fri, April 10	Partial First Days 5 Days / 4 Nights Wed, April 1 - Sun, April 5	Partial First/Mid 7 Days / 6 Nights Wed, April 1 - Tues, April 7	Partial Mid/Last 6 Days / 5 Nights Sun, April 5 - Fri, April 10	Partial Last Days 4 Days / 3 Nights Tues, April 7 - Fri, April 10
Resort View with Step-out Balconette	$ 5,995	$ 3,695	$ 4,695	$ 3,995	$ 2,695
Resort View with Furnished Balcony	$ 6,195	$ 3,795	$ 4,895	$ 4,195	$ 2,795
Water View with Step-out Balconette	$ 6,195	$ 3,795	$ 4,895	$ 4,195	$ 2,795
Water View with Furnished Balcony	$ 6,395	$ 3,995	$ 4,995	$ 4,395	$ 2,995
Petite Suite	$ 6,995
Family Petite Suite	$ 6,995
Chesapeake One Bedroom Suite	$ 8,495
Presidential Suite	$ 10,995
Single Room Rate	$ 8,495	$ 5,195	$ 6,795	$ 5,895	$ 3,995
ADDITIONAL OCCUPANTS IN SAME ROOM
Adult \| 3rd/4th in Same Room	$ 2,995	$ 1,895	$ 2,695	$ 2,195	$ 1,295
Child \| 6 – 12 in Same Room	$ 2,795	$ 1,695	$ 2,395	$ 1,995	$ 1,195
Child \| 3 – 5 in Same Room	$ 1,895	$ 1,195	$ 1,695	$ 1,395	$ 795
Infant \| Under 3	$ 895	$ 595	$ 795	$ 695	$ 395
PRE-NIGHT \| TUESDAY, MARCH 31 (ROOM ONLY RATE – NO FOOD)
Resort and Water View Rooms		$ 400 per room including tax
Petite and Family Petite Suites		$ 500 per room including tax
Chesapeake One Bedroom Suite		$ 600 per room including tax
Presidential Suite		$ 750 per room including tax

Rabbis and Scholars in Residence

We are delighted to welcome the following Rabbis, Scholars in Residence, and Lecturers for Pesach 2026

Rabbi Poupko

Rabbi Reuben Poupko is a passionate advocate for the Jewish community. Rabbi Poupko is a sought-after speaker, and frequently quoted in print and electronic media on issues related to the State of Israel and antisemitism. Throughout his 35 plus years in Montreal, he has held numerous key positions in the community leadership, including Co-Chair of the Canadian Rabbinic Caucus, President of the Rabbinical Council of Canada and Chairman of the Executive of Canadian Jewish Congress – Quebec Region, member of Federation CJA’s Executive Committee and served as Co-President of CIJA-Quebec. He has been the spiritual leader of Beth Israel Beth Aaron Congregation since 1986. Rabbi Poupko has led dozens of Jewish groups, students and adults, on tours of Poland and Eastern Europe. He is well known as an indispensable resource for Jewish students on university campuses and has spoken on campuses across North America. In the 1970s and 80s, Rabbi Poupko was an outspoken advocate for Russian Jewry, helping to establish an underground Jewish kindergarten in Moscow while it was still under Communist rule. In 1998, he played an integral role in the prosecution and conviction of a Nazi war criminal in Austria. Rabbi Poupko has received honours from Bar Ilan University, The Association for the Soldiers of Israel – Canada (ASI Canada), the Canadian Zionist Federation Jerusalem Prize and from Federation CJA. In 2017, he and his wife Mindy led Federation CJA’s Montreal Mega Mission: Centennial Edition.

Stephen Savitsky

Stephen Savitsky was both the former President and Chairman of the Orthodox Union. He was a member of the Board of Governors of the Jewish Agency, a board member of Mesorah Heritage Foundation, and founder and President of the Kew Gardens Hills Eruv which led the movement for Eruvim across America. He was the Chairman of Mesivta Ohr Torah, and President of Congregation Anshei Chesed in Hewlett. He currently is President of the Bnai Zion Foundation, Chairman of Partners in Torah, on the executive committee of the Conference of Presidents of Major Jewish Organizations and President of the Vaad Hakashrus of the Five Towns and Far Rockaway. He has traveled the world speaking and representing the Jewish community on many occasions. Mr. Savitsky has been in the Health Care industry for many years and has been CEO and founder of several public traded companies. His new book Kan Tzipor inspiring stories on seizing magic moments of opportunity to do chesed published by Feldheim Press was a best seller this year and received wonderful reviews from the press. He lives in Woodmere NY with his wife Genie and has been blessed with a large family of children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Micah D. Halpern

Micah D. Halpern is a columnist, a social and political commentator, a television host, a fundraiser, a rabbi and an educator. Host of “Thinking Out Loud with Micah Halpern”, a popular weekly program on JBS-TV, he also writes the columns “Above the Fold” for the Jerusalem Post and “Insighter” for Newsmax. He was the foreign affairs columnist for the Observer. His insight and analysis can now be found on his website “The Micah Report”. Halpern is a dynamic speaker and lecturer who specializes in analyzing political and world events. He has been a commentator for ABC, CBS, Fox, i24News and is the go-to for a host of international media. Immediately following 9-11, he was the terror analyst for WCBS. He has appeared in documentaries on The Food Network, The Learning Channel, The History Channel and offered religious commentary for CNN, BBC and other outlets including Al Arabia. The author of “THUGS”, which spent weeks on Amazon’s best seller list, “What You Need To Know About: Terror” and “On Line With Israel at the Millennium”, Micah has been invited for consultations in the White House and the Justice Department. He keeps CEO’s around the world up-to-date as a Vistage lecturer. Micah Halpern is one of the only exclusively Kosher wine reviewers in the world. For fun, he hosts a Substack blog on chocolate chip cookies.

Fun and Excitement for All Ages

From live concerts and comedy shows to hypnotists, magicians, and themed nights, our entertainment lineup keeps the fun going every day. Enjoy a vibrant atmosphere filled with music, laughter, and surprises for the whole family.

Stand-Up Comedy

Performers:
1. Alonzo Bodden
2. Johnny Lampert
→ Professional comedians with TV and live stage credentials.

Mentalism / Mind Magic

Performers:
Guy Bavli
→ Mind reading, psychological illusions, and mental magic performances.

Live Music / Concerts

Performers:
C Lanzbom & Noah Solomon of Soulfarm
→ Musical duo blending world music, jam band vibes, Mediterranean-influenced live performances.

Hypnosis Comedy Show

Performers:
Bruce James
→ Comedy through audience-participation hypnosis shows.

Evening Social Atmosphere

Features:
1. Late-night tea room with snacks
2. Open bar
→ Not “performances,” but part of nightly entertainment atmosphere.

Tal Vaknin

Tal Vaknin is an internationally acclaimed singer and composer of Jewish pop and soul music. Tal is known for his amazing vocal abilities and his success among all different streams of Jewish audiences both in Israel and abroad. Born in Jerusalem, and son of a musical cantorial parent, Tal was discovered at an early age as a musical prodigy child. Tal continued to wow audiences in concerts up until he joined the IDF. During his service in the IDF he performed in the Israeli Army band at bases all around the country. Following the Army, Tal began performing his own unique Jewish hits. He quickly became a sought-after singer and began to perform in concerts and festivals for Chabad Israel and in communities all over the USA and Europe. Tal performed with famous opera singer Andreas Bocelli. Tal founded the radio station Galey Yisrael along with “Lehakat Darom” and served as the Music Director of the station. He founded the children’s group “Musickids”. Among his hits is the album “Prayers” with singer Yossi Azulay; his single “Aneni Basharim” written by singer Kobi Aflalo; his single “Neshama” which he wrote along with Barak Elisha; a music video duet with Israeli Superstar Gad Elbaz called “Emunah” which Tal composed together with the arranger Ran Aviv; “Clouds in the Clouds” which was written by Kobi Afallo;; the song “Soul” composed by Uriel Aharoni and arranged by Ran Aviv and Gad Elbaz; “Ala” which he composed and wrote together with Ma’ayan Tamir to the words of Rabbi Kook; “Morning” composed and written by Elhanan Elhadad along with a music video with Rudy Rochman, Gad Elbaz, Binyamin Elbaz and Aharon Holder; the Hebrew adaptation of the French singer Daniel Levy’s song “l’envie d’aimer”; ‘Hallo‘ a duet with singer Yossi Azulay; “Moda Ani”, a performance sign in 4 languages and the hit song “My Day”. At the beginning of the Iron Swords War, Tal enlisted to establish a special unit in his area of residence and at the same time handled the donations of tactical equipment to two thousand soldiers in the various sectors every night since the beginning of the war. At the same time as his military service, Tal travels between Israel Defense Forces bases and performs for the soldiers. Tal is loved by his many fans.

Ryan Quinn

Ryan Quinn is a singer and musician from Central NY most known for his four-chair-turning performance on Season 10 of NBC’s “The Voice.” While on “The Voice,” he was able to work with Adam Levine, Tori Kelly, Miley Cyrus, and Christina Aguilera, and advanced to the “Live Playoffs.” Since then, Ryan has had the pleasure of performing, touring, recording, and collaborating with some amazing acts, including: Postmodern Jukebox, Aubrey Logan, Loren Gold of “The Who,” Canadian pop artist Jocelyn Alice, and jazz legend Scott Kinsey. In November 2024, Ryan released a new musical project with bass virtuoso Hadrien Feraud called “June 32nd.” Having been influenced by multiple genres and as a multi-instrumentalist, Ryan has managed to combine elements of rock, pop, folk, soul, and jazz into a unique style of his own.

Program Staff

Monica Klein | Day Camp Director

Monica Klein has spent her career in all kinds of educational settings — schools, museums, and camps. She is currently the Director of Westchester Summer Day, a day camp in Westchester, NY, serving children 3-15 year olds. In addition to her camp work, Monica oversees all of the after school programming at Westchester Day School and is a part time 2nd Grade Religious School educator at Beth El Synagogue in New Rochelle.

In the past, Monica has worked as an early childhood teacher at HAFTR, a STEM and Education Technology specialist at Ramaz and the Dwight School, and a museum educator at the Museum of Jewish Heritage. She has held several leadership roles at 92Y’s Camp Yomi.

Monica lives in New Rochelle, NY, with her husband Ari and their two kids, Sammy and Elliot. She’s really looking forward to joining the Cambridge, MD program as the Day Camp Director, working with children ages 6 months to 15 years and supporting the staff who work with them.

Day Camp Director

Monica Klein

Monica Klein has spent her career in all kinds of educational settings — schools, museums, and camps. She is currently the Director of Westchester Summer Day, a day camp in Westchester, NY, serving children 3-15 year olds. In addition to her camp work, Monica oversees all of the after school programming at Westchester Day School and is a part time 2nd Grade Religious School educator at Beth El Synagogue in New Rochelle. In the past, Monica has worked as an early childhood teacher at HAFTR, a STEM and Education Technology specialist at Ramaz and the Dwight School, and a museum educator at the Museum of Jewish Heritage. She has held several leadership roles at 92Y’s Camp Yomi. Monica lives in New Rochelle, NY, with her husband Ari and their two kids, Sammy and Elliot. She’s really looking forward to joining the Cambridge, MD program as the Day Camp Director, working with children ages 6 months to 15 years and supporting the staff who work with them.

MEET OUR DIRECTOR

Schneur Wineberg

With over 15 years of experience running acclaimed Pesach programs like Pesach On The Mountain, Schneur Wineberg brings unparalleled leadership, warmth, and vision to Elevated Passover. Known for his attention to detail, warmth, and seamless execution, Schneur has built a reputation for crafting meaningful, luxurious, and uplifting holiday experiences that guests return to year after year.

Gourmet Kosher Cuisine

What truly sets us apart is our dedication to exceptional dining. Under the strict Glatt Kosher supervision of International Kosher Mehadrin (Rabbi Berel Simpser, Rav Hamchshir), we present a culinary experience that’s as memorable as the holiday itself. Whether in our elegant dining rooms, the popular tea rooms, or festive outdoor barbecues, your palate will be delighted by the range of gourmet dishes we prepare.

Luxury by the
Bay

Relax in a stunning waterfront resort with world-class amenities.

Family Fun for Everyone

Exciting programs and entertainment for kids and adults alike.

Unmatched Entertainment

We’re also known for our dynamic, world-class entertainment. Each year, our guests enjoy a lineup of:

Every night brings something new, dazzling, and fun for all ages.

A Place for Families

For families, our renowned day camp makes Elevated Passover an even better experience. Staffed exclusively by dedicated, experienced college and post-college counselors, our kids’ program is designed to keep children engaged, entertained, and excited each day. Because when your kids are having fun — your vacation becomes truly relaxing.

Join the Elevated Passover Family

We don’t just host a program — we build a community. Guests return year after year for the friendships, warmth, and personal touch that makes Elevated Passover feel like home.