In fact, there is little written about the birth of Safi because we know little about its origins Comptoir Phénicien – If we must believe the geographer Ptolémée – probably attended later by the Romans, it appears in Arabic texts under the name of Asfi, from the 11th century, it is then a small harbor […]
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Few things seem more appropriate than visiting Israel during the holiday of Passover. It is this very time of year that one can feel a palpable connection to the Bible and the Israelites who made their journey out of slavery and into the promised land. Jews with limited options back at home by way of […]
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Jamaica is home to a plethora of sites and attractions tailored for Jewish travelers from all over the world, making for memorable, educational and meaningful trips in the Caribbean. Kingston is home to the Shaare Shalom Synagogue, the only temple on the island, and one of four “sand floor synagogues” remaining in the world. Built […]
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Visitors seeking insider tips on food, entertainment and activities can text their query to local Knowers app and get an answer – and maybe a new friend. Coming to Israel for the Eurovision in May? Or planning a trip any other time? If you don’t have friends or relatives to give you tips on what […]
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A growing number of organized hiking groups help you hoof it into nature, whether a self-guided one-day trek or a 65-day chauffeured hike. Visitors to Israel looking for an outing slightly more adventurous than another museum, archeological site or outdoor market can take advantage of the growing number of organized hiking groups. There is no […]
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How do objects in the museum tell stories of immigration throughout history? What artworks or artifacts can be added to the museum’s collection to tell the story of the immigration wave from the Former Soviet Union to the United States? We investigate how Jewish people and their ideas came to America from the 1800’s until […]
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The New York Jewish Travel Guide had the opportunity to interview Mr. Antonoaldo Neves, the Chief Executive Officer of TAP Air Portugal, during the inaugural flight from Lisbon to Tel Aviv. We discussed the motivations behind introducing these strategic routes to Tel Aviv and the timing of their launch. NYJTG: Could you share what prompted […]
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Israel’s capital city has it all: History, culture, great food and great vistas. Enjoy it all while staying at one of Jerusalem’s diverse hotels. The hospitality industry is booming in Israel’s capital city. The Jerusalem Hotel Association counts 10,500 rooms in its member hotels. And that number does not include dozens of small B&B and […]
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The Spanish & Portuguese congregation of Holland Park, London built their beautiful synagogue in 1928. I had the pleasure of celebrating its 90th anniversary on 10 March 2019. Despite my having moved to London over three years ago, it was my first occasion visiting the synagogue, and it did not disappoint! It is a wonderful […]
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Weekend gathering immerses men and women into the richness of Judaism The visible group of young men and women crossed the street in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, N.Y., stopping at a shop called Primo Hatters. “This is where the rabbis get their gear,” said their guide, Rabbi Mendy Levertov. “To you, the hats […]
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