Tamar Pearlman, based in Israel, was overwhelmed by the myriad requests from friends and families abroad who needed travel assistance to the bustling country. Pearlman runs a private speech and language therapist practice in Modi’in, where she has lived for the past 17 years. She channeled her passion for helping people by forming Tamarim Concierge, a premier service that caters to your every need in Israel, offering an unparalleled level of service and convenience.
Originally founded with her colleague Tammy, the legacy of Tamarim Concierge has only grown stronger over the years. Despite facing the challenges of Covid and the outbreak of war on October 7, with family and team members being called for active military service, the business has thrived, showcasing resilience and adaptability in the face of adversity.
Tamarim Concierge has maintained its commitment to providing seamless services, ensuring a personalized touch in every service provided.
The company, which has been up and running for 13 years, fulfills ordinary requests such as dorm supplies and equipment for gap year students, aliyah preparations and property management, but also goes beyond that. Pearlman said her company has evolved from bar and bat mitzvah planning to the most bizarre, exciting and interesting requests. She says when it comes to honoring a customer’s request, “nothing is too much… people ask all kinds of questions and we make them come to life.” Some examples include: Grandparents in London looking to send an alternative birthday gift to their 9-year-old grandson turned to Tamarim Concierge for ideas. The grandson was so excited to receive ice cream and soccer album cards. A girl on her gap year broke her leg and Tamarim Concierge managed to deliver a knee scooter to her dorm that same day! When someone is not feeling well, Tamarim Concierge can send over a food parcel with soup and other goodies.
The company also provides baby rental equipment so you don’t need to shlep yours, and delivers baby packs to parents containing diapers, wipes, baby food, formula and so much more. Pearlman said birthday gifts are a popular request, specifically for gap-year students, but also for families who live abroad, and children or grandchildren living in Israel. “Being able to bring a personalized gift to someone far away is such a nice thing,” she said. The company does a lot of great work with gap year students. For many students staying shana bet, who have gone back to America for the summer, the company collects their dorm items and linens and has them laundered, stored and ready for their arrival back to the Holy Land. They also store luggage if needed. New olim, arriving from all over the world, who need help settling in, are assisted by Tamarim Concierge with utilities, internet, appliances, unpacking and finding apartments. While the general New York area generates the majority of requests, Tamarim Concierge proudly serves clients from across the United States, from California to Alaska. Their reach extends globally, catering to clients from countries like the UK, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa, ensuring that no matter where you’re from, Tamarim Concierge is here to help.
Tamarim Concierge is “your one-stop shop in Israel.” “You don’t need to go to one person to help you with one thing and another person with another …we do everything,” Pearlman said. “We pride ourselves with being able to help with even the most random request…we are your hands in Israel.”
For more information, visit tamarimconcierge.com. The website also features a gap year student dorm store on the website where customers can pre-order items so students don’t have to schlep things from home.
