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 […]
Read MoreThursday, September 21st, 2023
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 […]
Read MoreTuesday, September 19th, 2023
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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 […]
Read MoreTuesday, September 19th, 2023
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, […]
Read MoreFriday, September 15th, 2023
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 […]
Read MoreTuesday, September 12th, 2023
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, […]
Read MoreTuesday, September 12th, 2023
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 […]
Read MoreWednesday, September 6th, 2023
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 […]
Read MoreTuesday, September 5th, 2023
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 […]
Read MoreMonday, August 28th, 2023
Category : Editor's Picks
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. […]
Read MoreThursday, August 24th, 2023