Reasons Why You Should Take A Kosher Cruise

 Kosher cruises are the best way to spend your kosher vacations. It's a good way to have tons of fun and enjoy your time in an incredible setting. Cruises are known to be luxurious, but kosher cruises take that luxury up a notch by making sure everyone is satisfied with their meals.

With the amount of cruises that are being offered on a yearly basis, it's no surprise that people are beginning to wonder what kosher cruises are, and just how they differ from others. With the right information and a little bit of research, you can find yourself on a kosher cruise in no time, enjoying all the perks and luxuries that come along with them.

Traveling with Kosher cruises is an halachically-observant way to travel. There are many benefits to traveling with a Kosher Cruise:

Kosher Cuisine

Passengers are able to enjoy delicious kosher meals prepared under strict rabbinic supervision. The chefs are well trained in servicing the needs of the Jewish passengers and the choices available for dining are very satisfying and appetizing.

Kosher food is usually prepared with fresh ingredients and cooked in healthy oils such as olive oil and canola oil. This makes it healthier than most other types of food found on ships. It is made without any preservatives or artificial flavors. It's not processed or frozen and it's almost always served fresh from the kitchen. As a matter of fact, kosher meals are known to be tastier too! Most major cruise lines have started preparing their meals using organic fruits and vegetables, making the kosher meals healthier than ever before.

Kosher meals are prepared in accordance with Jewish dietary laws, including the use of separate utensils for dairy and meat products and supervision by a rabbi.

Sabbath Mode

Many cruises offer different activities for those who wish to rest on Shabbat, such as lectures and classes for enrichment activities, and movies or dancing in the evening. Some cruises even have special Shabbat dinners with live entertainment.

Comfortable Environment

Kosher cruise ships are comfortable environments to enjoy a vacation in. There will be people from all over the world aboard the ship, but you may feel like you're with all members of your own family since everyone will share a common bond: their religion and values. It will be easy to strike up conversations with other passengers who might even become friends for life.

Variety Of Entertainment Options

For those who like to stay active, there are plenty of ways to stay busy on a kosher cruise line. The majority of cruise lines offer a wide range of activities such as pool games and contests, bingo nights, fitness classes, dance lessons and shuffleboard tournaments. Most cruises also feature live music or nightly shows at the theater venue. Some even have sports courts where one can play basketball or volleyball during free time.

If you haven’t tried any kosher travel but feel that it fits your plans then look no further than this. It is a once in a lifetime experience so be sure to consider this kind of trip on your next glatt kosher holidays.

What to expect at Valparaiso — The Jewel of the Pacific

The city of Valparaiso is the second largest seaport city in Chile. The name literally means Paradise Valley, and it does indeed live up to its title. The historic quarter of the city was designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2003, a testament to its beauty. The city is blooming with vibrant buildings, street art and culinary magnificence. If Jewish cruises weren’t on your mind for a vacation, consider visiting this underrated destination. 

Here Are Some Things You Can Do and Places You May Visit as Soon as You Drop in the City.

Exploring the Streets 

A little vague to just explore random streets, however, the roads and buildings are all covered in colorful art. The buildings themselves are colorful, so take pictures anywhere and it’ll turn out great. The historic center of Valparaíso is covered in art illustrations and murals that bring the city alive. Grab your camera, maybe a can of spray paint and start exploring this colorful city.

Take a Ride on the Funiculars 

The city is built upon hills, which can be traveled by foot or you can have a fun ride on the Funiculars. There are 16 extant historical elevators around the city, which allow citizens to travel up and down the hills. They carry a lot of history, since they have been used since the 20th century. Some of them have fallen into disrepair, however, you can still find working ones to ride. Take the elevator up a hill for a small price and experience a fun up-hill elevator adventure. 

Visit the Playa Laguna Verde

A vacation isn’t complete without a beach trip! Playa Laguna Verde is a beach south of Valparaiso that consists of a beautiful green lagoon, thus its name is Laguna Verde. The long stretches of sand and towering cliffs overlooking the beach are worth visiting. Relax and savor the calm and tranquil atmosphere at this beautiful beach. 

The Flower Clock

If you can’t tell the time, visit the fully functioning flower clock at Viña del Mar, Valparaíso. This vibrant flora art piece was built for the World Cup 1962. The bright bed of flowers does have the arms of the clock built above it, and accurately tells you the time. Different species of flowers make up this iconic floral art piece. Make sure to visit the flower clock in Valparaiso.