The history of Jewish exploration features a fascinating figure from the 9th century: Eldad Hadani, or Eldad Hadanite. Claiming to be a member of the lost tribe of Dan, Eldad appeared in Kairouan, in present-day Tunisia, in the year 883. He told the local Jewish...
The Jewish presence in China is a fascinating part of Jewish history. Jewish communities are often linked to Europe, Israel, or North America. However, the Jews of China show a unique blend of cultures that developed over centuries. The Kaifeng community is one of the...
Eurafrican Jews in the Caribbean have a story linked to migration, trade, and social dynamics. This history shows how Jewish communities adjusted to new places. They also navigated the larger economic and social systems of the colonial era....
Devorah Rom stands out in the history of Jewish printing in Eastern Europe. She was the pioneering CEO of the Rom Publishing House in Vilnius, Lithuania. Her impact is still felt today. Her leadership saved a key cultural institution. It also changed how Jewish texts...
One fascinating group of Jewish travelers in the early medieval period was the Radhanites. Records about them are scarce, but they had a big impact on trade in the 9th century. These merchants were far-reaching, influential, and remarkably versatile in their trade...
Ibrahim Ibn Yaqub was a notable Jewish traveler from the 10th century. His journeys helped Jewish and Islamic scholars see into the medieval world. His journeys provide valuable insights into Jewish communities, trade, and Europe's cultural landscapes, especially when...
Rabbi Avraham Rovigo’s journey to the Land of Israel in the early 18th century shows the mix of mysticism, scholarship, and social issues in Jewish communities. As a wealthy scholar, Rovigo helped create a cabalistic yeshiva in Jerusalem. He also dealt with the legacy...
In November 1570, a powerful earthquake hit Ferrara, northern Italy. The physical damage was severe, but the long-term effects on Jewish thought were even greater. This event sparked a significant change in rabbinic scholarship, reshaping Jewish intellectual history....
What Is Crypto-Judaism and Why Is Mashhad Unique? Crypto-Judaism connects to the forced conversions of Jews in Spain and Portugal. This happened after the pogroms of 1391 and the rise of the Inquisition. In these areas, Jews publicly adopted Christianity. At the same...
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We could not believe what we were served. Chef Malcom is a GENIUS!!! Please tell the directors that we do not have words to express how pleased we were. I suppose that we will be recommending you to every friend we know.
Rhone River Cruise 2019
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I have been totally spoiled for future vacations. Riverboat is the way to go. I’ve met such nice people, staff was great, food fantastic. A really well run and well thought out trip
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Our experience was unique in that we were able to tour a lot of territory and a variety of places with minimal inconvenience. The fact that our boat was always with us and there were no long bus rides or waits made this mode of travel extremely enjoyable.