Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina, sits quietly in a valley surrounded by green mountains—its cobblestone streets and historic mosques, churches, and synagogues tell stories of a city that has long been a crossroads of cultures and faiths. On my recent Jewish heritage press trip to Sarajevo, I had the privilege to explore this […]
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In the rugged landscapes of the Balkans, where mountains, rivers, and cultures converge, a quieter yet profound story of heroism lives on—etched not in monuments, but in memory. During the darkest days of the Holocaust, as much of Europe was engulfed in terror, brave men and women in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia chose defiance […]
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Nestled in the picturesque region of Herzegovina, the town of Stolac is a hidden gem steeped in layers of history. Celebrated for its ancient Illyrian roots, medieval fortresses, and Ottoman-era charm, Stolac also harbors a poignant, lesser-known chapter in Bosnia and Herzegovina’s multicultural story: its Jewish heritage. At the heart of this narrative stands the […]
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During a recent visit to Sarajevo, I had the distinct privilege of meeting Ms. Miriam Tauber, an artist, cookbook author, and passionate guardian of Sephardic Bosnian culinary heritage. Through her work and warm hospitality, Tauber is keeping alive a rich legacy of Jewish traditions brought to Bosnia and Herzegovina over 500 years ago by Jews […]
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In the annals of Jewish heritage and Cuban history, few figures stand out as distinctly as Ricardo Wolf—a man whose remarkable journey spanned science, diplomacy, and philanthropy. As I returned from a Jewish Heritage press trip with Jewish Heritage Travel, I found myself inspired to delve deeper into the story of this extraordinary individual. Ricardo […]
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Down a narrow alley in the Moroccan coastal town of Asilah, is a building of historical and spiritual significance. After decades of neglect, the centuries-old Kahal Synagogue was recently restored and brought back to life. Moroccan Jews are an ancient community, dating back to Roman times, and the Asilah synagogue was built in 1824. At […]
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Poland has agreed to return to Greece 76 Greek Jewish artifacts to be displayed in the Jewish Museum of Greece in Athens, the Greek Culture Ministry has announced. The ministry had filed a formal request for the repatriation of the historical artifacts before Lina Mendoni, the Greek Minister of Culture who, while attending the Informal […]
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Israel prepares to welcome a growing wave of international travelers as it enters the holiday season The beginning of 2025 has introduced significant updates to Israel’s tourism offerings, including a series of hotel and restaurant openings, airport upgrades and new attractions. As more legacy U.S. airlines announced that they will be reintroducing flights to Israel […]
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The Jewish history of Versailles, a city renowned for its opulent palace and significant role in French history, reflects a rich and evolving narrative. The community has roots extending back several centuries, with fluctuating periods of growth and decline influenced by broader socio-political events in France. The Jewish community in Versailles is vibrant and active, […]
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Hotel Raquel, a kitschy, Jewish-themed hotel that opened in the city’s old Jewish neighborhood in 2003, is renowned for its unique dedication to Jewish heritage. In addition to the rooms named after biblical matriarchs and the Star of David chandeliers in the lobby, the hotel’s restaurant is called Jardín del Edén, or Garden of Eden, […]
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