New Caribbean Synagogue Joins One Of The Oldest In The Hemisphere
WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO---It's not everyday, or every year, or every decade, or even every century, that a beautifully-designed, 180-seat, air-conditioned synagogue rises in the Caribbean, let alone a modern Orthodox one.
The Stones, Fauna And Flora Of The Kotel
When we come to the Kotel we may be so engrossed in our tefillos that we don’t notice the numerous birds flying close by and the plants growing out of her stones. But the Kotel—spiritual home to millions — is built of stones that serve as the physical home for various animals and plants.
Pesach at the Kinar
The hotel was great, but the best part - the kids were kept so busy, we actually had a vacation!
Traveling Jewish: Philadelphia Revisited
Last month, my husband and I spent a couple of days revisiting the 'city of brotherly love.' Here are some of the highlights:
King David Hotel Named One of World’s Top 100
Jerusalem’s historic King David Hotel is being called one of the top 12 “iconic hotels” and one of the world’s best 100 by Fodor’s.
Jerusalem Walking Tour (Along part of the 1948 armistice line)
For 19 years Yerushalayim was a city divided, cut in two by the 1948 armistice line. After Israel’s War of Independence on November 30, 1948, at the time of the official cease-fire, Moshe Dayan sat with Abdallah Tell and UN mediators, slicing up Yerushalayim. Using a map scaled at 1:20,000, each side used a different coloured wax pen to delineate the furthest point under its control. Israel drew a red line and Jordan a green line. This is the origin of the phrase used to describe land that is “behind the green line.”
How To Travel As An Aveil – A Case Study
My Mother, a”h, passed away last August. That meant I needed to find many minyanim along the way. I figured if there were ever a place to do it, it was Israel. What follows are the highlights of my adventures in minyanim.
The Marriott Imperial Palm Villas: A Perfect Family Getaway in Orlando, Florida
As a visitor from New York, I was eagerly anticipating the sunny weather, refreshing pools, and iconic palm trees. This hotel delivered on all fronts.
New Orleans Still Mourns Bourbon Street Terror Victims as Super Bowl Festivities Kick Off
Despite the excitement and anticipation surrounding the Super Bowl, many in New Orleans are still grappling with the aftermath of the tragedy. The city's famous French Quarter, normally bustling with revelers and partygoers, is still acutely aware of the recent bloodshed.
Feast Your Mind, Soul And Body On Rechov HaRav Kook
"I didn't choose the landscape; it chose me."
A Students Primer: 5 Steps to Surviving an Extended Stay in Israel
By following these helpful tips, you will be one-step ahead and prepared for an exciting, life-changing experience in Israel.
Boston
The Boston Public Garden is the first public botanical garden in America and dates back to 1838.
Harmony Waters – Judea
Even if you are not Shwekey, and you want to come with your family, this is a nice place to spend Shabbat and unwind, or take a quiet hiatus from manic touring.
The Winter Break List
Below is a listing of many attractions that are open during January and February's winter break.
The Einot Tzukim Nature Reserve: Oasis In The Desert.
Only half an hour’s drive from Jerusalem, the majestically beautiful Einot Tzukim Nature Reserve is a lush, green oasis surrounded by miles of flat arid, desert.
The Berkshires and Six Flags New England
There are plenty of fun activities for all ages and some relaxing scenic spots to enjoy.
Magdala
In July 2009, when the IAA began a five-month excavation at Magdala, it didn’t expect to find much… until, right beneath a wing of the proposed guesthouse, the top of a buried wall was discovered.
Jewish Morocco: Sorting Wheat From Chaff
The country was once home to the largest Jewish community in the Muslim world, and Jews have lived here – largely free from oppression apart from some rocky periods – for more than 2,000 years.
Shalom From Kenya
Jews integrated into life in Kenya to such an extent that in 1955, Israel Somen, who had worked extensively on the Lunatic Line (the colloquial name for the railway that was forged madly through forests and ravines, troops of tribesmen and lions) was elected the mayor of Nairobi.
Jerusalem’s Waldorf Astoria Offers A Class Act
The hotel’s location is incomparable. You can see the old city from your balcony, and it’s a five-minute walk to the Light Rail.
A Historic City: Philadelphia
The Liberty Bell is a symbol of American Independence.
The Chol Hamoed List
Below is a listing of many attractions that are open during Chol Hamoed Sukkot.
Gush Etzion
Honestly, it would be hard to choose the one area that could win the title “the most dramatic site” in Eretz Yisrael. However, one strong candidate has to be Gush Etzion.
