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On Sunny St. Lucia, Chabad Couple Builds a Jewish Community
Category : Editor's Picks
Creating programs for 200 Jewish residents and thousands of visitors. When Yaniv and Marcia Gliksman, and their children moved a few years ago to St. Lucia—an idyllic island nation nestled among the Windward Islands at the eastern edge of the Caribbean Sea—they found warm waters, inviting beaches and tropical forests. While the towering Pitons—St. Lucia’s […]
Read MoreFriday, February 15th, 2019
Sick or hurt while traveling? Air Doctor has your back
Category : Blog
A terrible experience on vacation inspired an Israeli to start a service linking travelers to trusted physicians in a growing variety of countries. After completing his military service, Yam Derfler did what many newly released Israeli soldiers do: He went off to see the world. Only something went wrong in Mexico, when Derfler got sick […]
Read MoreSunday, February 10th, 2019
Israel Talks: The Real Story with Dr Tuvia Book
Category : Blog
Israel Talks: The Real Story In the words of famed Birthright tiur guide and IDF hero Dr Tuvia Book Get in the know with this inspirng interactive multi media presenation Wednesday, March 6th 730pm @ Chelsea Landmark (55 West 25th Street) Dinner. Discussion. Desserts. $20 Limited Spots RSVP now Dr. Tuvia Book was born in […]
Read MoreThursday, February 7th, 2019
Tourism Ireland Unveils World’s First Heart-inspired Campaign
Category : Travel Services
Tourism Ireland launched its first major global campaign since 2011. “Fill your heart with Ireland” was created using the heart rate data of two first-time visitors to Ireland, wearing heart monitors, which were linked to a head-mounted camera that captured all of their experiences. The data provided by these monitors determined what footage would be […]
Read MoreWednesday, February 6th, 2019
Ashdod market tour tempts with delicious ethnic delights
Category : Featured Dining
Discover Moroccan, Ethiopian, Georgian and Yemenite specialties in the outdoor market of Ashdod. Only one piece of advice, come hungry. Ask an Israeli about the coastal city of Ashdod and you’ll probably hear about the beach, the seaport and a few famous fish restaurants. But unbeknown even to most Israelis, the city is much more […]
Read MoreSunday, February 3rd, 2019
Jewish Africa Conference Past, Present, and Future
Category : Featured Article
The American Sephardi Federation (ASF) and Association Mimouna presented their Jewish Africa Conference from Sunday, January 27th, through Tuesday, January 29th, at the Center for Jewish History in New York City. The event was intended to coincide with International Holocaust Remembrance Day, for we are one people. We share each other’s successes and feel each […]
Read MoreWednesday, January 30th, 2019
POLES WITH JEWISH ROOTS GATHER IN ŁÓDŹ FOR TU B’SHEVAT SEDER
Category : Blog
A group of Poles who have recently discovered their Jewish roots gathered yesterday with members of the Jewish community of Lodz to celebrate the holiday of Tu B’Shevat with a special Seder organized by the Jerusalem-based organization Shavei Israel. Approximately 25 people attended the event, including local Jews and other Lodz residents who say they […]
Read MoreTuesday, January 22nd, 2019
Now Open: Hotel Concord Brings Unique Boutique Hotel Experience to the Heart of New England
Category : Blog
The first upscale boutique hotel in the state capital has a revitalized downtown and cultural hub at its doorstep Concord, New Hampshire, is in the middle of a cultural renaissance and the newly completed Hotel Concord provides visitors access to all the city has to offer. The top floor rooms were recently completed and became […]
Read MoreThursday, January 17th, 2019
Portugal to celebrate European Cycle Tourism Week with events around the historic town of Belmonte
Category : Blog
The hills and walls of Belmonte, Portugal, were once home to Romans, a secret Jewish community and the explorer who first sighted Brazil. From June 29 to July 7, 2019, they will play host to dozens of cyclists as part of European Cycle Tourism Week, a Europe-wide event organized by the European Union of Cycle […]
Read MoreWednesday, January 16th, 2019
ISRAELI CHEF YORAM NITZAN UNVEILS nomi RESTAURANT, A NEW TAKE ON INNOVATIVE KOSHER CUISINE
Category : Featured Dining
Renowned Israeli Chef Yoram Nitzan — previously head chef of Tel Aviv’s Mul Yam and Bindella restaurants — announces the opening of his latest culinary venture, nomi, at InterContinental David Tel Aviv. Just steps away from Tel Aviv’s Carmel market, nomi is influenced by cooking techniques hailing from kitchens across the globe. nomi brings an […]
Read MoreMonday, January 14th, 2019