Nestled in the northern region of Morocco, Tetouan derives its name from the Berber language, which signifies “open your eyes.” This name likely reflects the city’s historical development, shaped by the influx of Muslim and Andalusian refugees who sought shelter in Spain. Situated along the Mediterranean coastline, Tetouan holds the unique distinction of being the […]
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Nestled in the heart of Tangier’s historic Kasbah, a fortified inner citadel overlooking the Mediterranean Sea and Spain, lies the enchanting secret known as La Maison Blanche. Meticulously renovated, this traditional five-story townhouse, centered around a serene courtyard, boasts nine uniquely appointed rooms. Each of these light-filled havens, named in honor of distinguished Kasbah visitors, […]
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One of the highlights of the Yiddish New York Festival will be the remarkable photography display called ‘Hanukkah in Mea Shearim’ When the Yiddish New York Festival kicks off on the first night of Hanukkah, the coincidence of the weeklong celebration of Yiddish culture, food, music and dance with the Festival of Lights will be […]
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11 years overdue and after countless setbacks and malfunctions, regular service on bridge-and-tunnel railway set to begin on Saturday night. Israel’s top transportation officials gathered underground in central Jerusalem on Wednesday to formally inaugurate the long-awaited Jerusalem-Tel Aviv fast train. The direct line between Israel’s two major metropolitan centers has been under construction for 18 […]
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Israel is prepared to welcome approximately 165,000 visitors to the Holy Land during the Christmas holiday season. The Tourism Ministry will help Christians celebrate the miracle of Christ’s birth by hosting its annual pre-Christmas reception for Israeli Christians and church leaders. Ambassadors, leaders of Christian organizations in Israel, and other dignitaries are expected to attend […]
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Dan Hotels’ David “Dudu” Biton, the executive chef of the iconic King David Hotel in Jerusalem, was named Israel’s “Chef of the Year” by coveted French food guide, Gault & Millau. La Regence, the hotel’s fine-dining restaurant helmed by Chef Biton, was awarded the highest score among restaurants throughout the country. On Sunday, November 24, Gault & Millau celebrated Israel’s burgeoning […]
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It’s no secret that hotel accommodations in Israel are on the pricey side. But never fear — capsule hotels are here! This Japanese concept in affordable vacationing skimps on space so you can skimp on the budget. Capsule rooms (also called “pods”) are modular chambers holding not much more than a bed. If you want […]
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The beauty of this little land is so paradoxically vast that sometimes it’s best to focus on a few outstanding spots at a time. The range of gorgeous scenery in the very small state of Israel can be a bit overwhelming when you’re planning to stop on a trip. The Israel Nature and Parks Authority […]
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Madeira, Portugal, was again recognized by the World Travel Awards (WTA) as the best island destination in the world at a ceremony held in Oman on Thursday night. This international award was given for the fifth consecutive year (2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019), in a year in which Madeira was also recognized as the […]
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Conversations on Jewish Life on the Island of Rhodes, a multimedia pop-up installation in the West Village. Free admission. Through Nov 24th About this Event Los Corassones Avlan is a full immersive experience exploring centuries of Jewish life in Rhodes before World War II. A multimedia installation playing on the tension between personal memory, official […]
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