Fall Travel to Israel: A Most Festive Time of Year!

Category : Events & Festivals

Here are additional noteworthy dates and celebrations observed in Israel: The sound of live music will punctuate the Negev Desert near the Dead Sea (little-known fact: it’s actually a lake) during the Tamar Festival (Tamar means date), a four-day event beginning Oct. 2 that celebrates Sukkot, one of the Three Pilgrimage Festivals. Simchat Torah, which signifies the […]

Discover the hidden heritage treasures of Jewish Budapest, Hungary

Category : Must-See Travel Destinations

Budapest, Hungary, left an indelible impression as the most captivating and unforgettable city I’ve ever had the privilege to explore. Its rich historical tapestry and unparalleled beauty made a profound impact on me. My visit to Budapest was part of a Jewish heritage press tour, and it’s no wonder that this city is often hailed […]

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Explore the Hidden Jewish Treasures of Trebic, Prague, and Ustek, Czech Republic

Category : Latest Destination

The Czech Republic has a rich and enduring Jewish heritage spanning centuries. This legacy is evident through its 10 thriving Jewish communities and an impressive 350 Jewish cemeteries. Notably, the country is home to the second-largest synagogue in Europe (and the third largest globally). Many towns in the Czech Republic have significant Jewish populations, and […]

Exploring the history of the Sephardic community in Cáceres, Spain

Category : Editor's Picks

Cáceres (the name of the city is pronounced káθeres) is the capital of the autonomous community of Extremadura in Western Spain. It is a beautiful medieval city and has always been an important regional commercial center. The present residents of the city are proud of their history and are doing their best to preserve it, […]

Discover the Finest Hotel in Lisbon: Four Seasons Hotel Ritz Lisbon –Truly a 5-Star Hotel

Category : Featured Hotel

During a recent press trip to Lisbon, I had the pleasure of being hosted at the exquisite Four Seasons Ritz Lisbon. My stay there exceeded all expectations! This luxurious business hotel is strategically located at the top of Avenida de Libertad, offering convenient access to the city’s attractions, including the nearby Gulbenkian art museums, and […]

Baudelaire’s Passion Performances : 9/21/23-9/30/23

Category : Nightlife

Get ready to indulge in our epic theatrical play about love, passion, and the art of Baudelaire’s poetry based on his extraordinary life! Charles Baudelaire, the influential 19th-Century French poet, “Enfant Terrible,” and author of the infamous “Les Fleurs du Mal (Flowers of Evil),” is in Purgatory. Satan and Saint Peter battle for his soul, […]

Ishay Ribo’s Madison Square Garden Debut Makes History

Category : Blog

Ahead of Rosh Hashanah, Ishay Ribo’s historic concert united Jews of all backgrounds for an emotional evening of unity, togetherness, and a heartfelt song featuring Avraham Fried, Amir Dadon, and Akiva. Ishay Ribo became the first Israeli artist and the first orthodox Jew to headline a concert at New York’s renowned Madison Square Garden arena […]

GAL GADOT, FAMED AS WONDER WOMAN, TO BE HONORED BY ELEM/YOUTH IN DISTRESS IN ISRAEL

Category : Featured Article

Gal Gadot has been named ELEM’s 40th Anniversary LifeSaver Award recipient, along with Daniel and Rabbi Sara Sapadin. Former recipients include Rachel Bloom and Fran Drescher. The board of directors at ELEM/Youth in Distress in Israel chose Gadot due to her role in empowering young women and girls with projects such as Wonder Woman and Impact, both in front of the camera as well […]

El Al Plans to Expand with Routes To The United States And Asia-Pacific

Category : Travel Services

El Al beginning Aug. 24 will add connecting service from six U.S. airports to 10 global destinations via Tel Aviv, the carrier announced Thursday. Passengers also can schedule a free stop-over in Israel for up to seven days, with no visa required for U.S. citizens to visit or transit Israel. The destinations include Bangkok, Hong […]

Kosovo inaugurates ‘Wall of Honor’ statue for 23 Albanians who rescued Jews during the Holocaust

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 A statue bearing the names of 23 Kosovo Albanians who rescued Jews from the Holocaust during World War II was inaugurated Wednesday in the capital, Pristina. The “Wall of Honor” statue was placed in a park in Pristina in the presence of some of the rescuers’ descendants, political leaders, and the U.S. and German ambassadors. […]