If you like to appreciate wildlife in settings other than a zoo or typical nature preserve, experience the adventure of a lifetime in the Galápagos Islands. Famous as the place which inspired Charles Darwin’s theory of natural selection, the island archipelago is renowned by nature …
From Soviet Russia to Today Part 2 — Moving Forward
In Part I, the history of the refusenik movement in the Soviet Union was reviewed, and I shared my own experience in going underground in Soviet Russia to provide support to this growing Jewish movement. Since my visit, the landscape of Russian Jewry has changed …
From Soviet Russia to Today: My Personal Experience Part 1 — A Historical Perspective
My married life began in a somewhat unusual way. During the very first month of our marriage, my wife and I were sent to the now former Soviet Union to try and bring some hope and courage to the “refuseniks” that were fighting for the …
For the Love of Umbrian Markets
If you are planning a trip to central Italy, one of the items on your itinerary should be a visit to some of the Umbrian markets that have become so much a part of life there. These open-air markets spring up on designated weekdays or …
Famous Peruvian Jews
It is difficult to find a pure descendant of the Peruvian Jewish community, and I can safely say that not more than 3,000 of them still remain in the Peruvian capital city of Lima. The Inquisition which gained momentum in the colonial days saw many …
Famous Indian Jews
Jews in India can be traced back to at least 2,000 years. Well, some believe they are the direct descendants of the 10 Lost Tribes that moved out of Israel around 720 BC. From what is evident now, I gather we can go by the …
Fall Recipes, Asian Style
Within kosher cuisine, October is commonly known as “after the holidays” month. After three weeks of delicious holiday meals, many find that their pants may be fitting tighter around the waistline, and start spending a bit more time on the treadmill and a little less …
Exploring Agra: India’s Exotic Medieval City
If you’re planning a trip to India, make sure you include Agra as one of your major stops. Among India’s most popular tourism areas, the ancient city of Agra is home to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites, a thriving marketplace, and fascinating architecture. Most visitors …
Experience Shtetl Life
There are many reasons to travel to a faraway place for a vacation. One of those is to have the chance to experience something that you would otherwise miss. A visit to the Baltics with Deluxe Kosher Tours gives you such a chance in that …
Eurovision- Israel’s Success
If you live in America, you are surely familiar with the extreme popularity of the television show called American Idol. This televised singing contest is a spin-off of the British talent search called Pop Idol. And the American version is not, by any means, the …