Jewish history has many fascinating chapters. One of the most intriguing is the story of Jews in the Lesser Antilles. These Caribbean islands became home to many Sephardic Jews escaping persecution in Europe. Their legacy, often overlooked, greatly shaped Jewish...
Bridge over the Dordogne riverBy Marcel Roblin - Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=168829452 To enhance your knowledge of shared Jewish history, join Jewish trips with Kosher River Cruises. Guests travel in style, enjoy fine...
In today's post, we explore a lesser-known chapter of our past. It is a story of innovation, commerce, and culinary delight. Caribbean Jews played a pivotal role in transforming chocolate. It started from an exotic beverage and turned into a global treasure. Let’s...
Italy has long been a haven for diverse Jewish communities. Each community contributes richly to the nation's cultural tapestry. Jews have been in Rome and Southern Italy since ancient times. More came after the first Roman-Jewish war. Italy's history is full of...
On June 20th, 1808, Rabbi Samson Raphael Hirsch was born, marking the beginning of a legacy that would profoundly shape the landscape of 19th-century Judaism and beyond. In an era of significant transformation and ideological divergence within German Jewry, Rabbi...
Welcome to a journey through the vibrant tapestry of Jewish history, where we uncover the radiant brilliance of the Rishonim, or the "first ones." It is a chapter in time that pulses with wisdom, innovation, and a profound dedication to understanding the divine...
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...
Jewish settlement in Eastern Europe is complex and remarkable. Especially in Poland and Lithuania. These areas were vital for Jewish culture, learning, and community life. They shaped the largest group of Jews during the early modern period. Poznań, Greater Poland...
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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.