Fortunately, kosher touring services are becoming more widespread now, providing more choices for the Jewish traveler. Companies like Kosher River Cruises, for instance have 5-star luxury riverboats with onboard synagogues and kosher buffet meals.
Aside from superb service and elegant ship, Kosher River Cruise offers excursions and programs that give you more knowledge about Jewish history and culture. They are current making trips to various great rivers around the world like the Amazon River and the Danube. Here are some of the destinations you might want to check out for your next Jewish trip abroad:
The Douro River
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| Douro River in Portugal |
Imagine having yourself a glass of Spanish wine while cruising along the great Douro River, watching the perfect romantic scenery from Porto to Salamanca.
Relaxing, isn’t it? On the five-star MS Douro Serenity, you will have a spacious seating area, marble bathrooms, and your own private balcony where you can enjoy the view.
The cruise also prepares amazing Western European culinary experience complete with local specialties, all of them kosher.
On board, you will enjoy engaging lectures with special guests, Portuguese lessons and cooking classes on local cuisine.
The excursions also include a visit to Salamanca, one of Europe’s oldest colleges, museum tours, meeting local Jewish communities, wine tours and more!
The Rhone River
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| Rhone River |
This beautiful stretch is one of the major rivers in Europe and can be found right in the heart of Provence, France.
Provence is popular because of the books of Marcel Pagnol and Van Gogh paintings, but did you know that there is also a significant Jewish history in this part of Southern France?
You will get to visit Jewish heritage sites including the places where Jews found refuge during their exile in the 14th century and their quarters and places of worship.
You will be boarding the Emerald Liberte, a river cruise ship that will let you experience the true meaning of luxury.
This deluxe cruise has balcony suites, onboard entertainment, and even a heated swimming pool with a retractable roof.
The Amazon River
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| Amazon Sunset River |
On the Iberostar, a super luxury riverboat that specially made for Amazon exploration, you will make stops at several spots in the rainforest and have the chance to explore the dense jungle and see exotic plants and animals.
This river cruise tour in Brazil will give you the thrill that you are missing for your entire life!
So what are you waiting for? Check out their website here for more information.
