The Beauty of Manau

The Beauty of Manau

Manaus is on the banks of the Negro River in north western Brazil. It is the major starting point for the surrounding Amazon Rainforest. The city was founded in 1693-94, as the Fort of Sao Jose do Rio Negro. The culture of Manaus preserves the habits of Native...
St. Petersburg and Jewish History

St. Petersburg and Jewish History

The most famous of all the places to visit in St Petersburg must be The Hermitage (The Winter Palace). The Hermitage is on several sites but the main attraction is the Winter Palace. In there is centuries of European fine art and a rich collection of Roman and Greek...
The Cultural Gems You Find in Lyon

The Cultural Gems You Find in Lyon

Lyon is the second largest and most important city in France, after Paris. Its history dates back to ancient Roman times and it is now on the UNESCO World Heritage list. It has the oldest ancient ruins, medieval quarters and Renaissance houses in the whole of France....
Why Regensburg Is An Interesting Kosher Cruise Destination

Why Regensburg Is An Interesting Kosher Cruise Destination

The city of Regensburg is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is lovely to wander around the medieval streets and see the fine old aristocratic houses dating back to the 13th and 14th centuries. Near the Stone Bridge is the Domplatz, the Cathedral Sq, which was the...
A Taste of the Big Easy

A Taste of the Big Easy

No kosher cruise on the Mississippi is complete without spending some time exploring the vibrant city of New Orleans. Start off in the famous French Quarter and visit the infamous Bourbon Street with its bars and nightlife. Don’t forget to visit the famous Old...