Many Jewish travellers have gone through the hardships of going to a country that doesn’t cater to their needs that well. Kosher cruises and tours make life easier for them. These days, river cruising has become a more popular way of traveling throughout countries. Jewish cruise lines like Kosher River Cruises and Kosherica have been gaining more traction over the past years, and with them, we are given more options on how we want to spend our Jewish vacation. But what is there to expect while you’re on a kosher river cruise ship? A Variety of Amenities Contrary to what many people might think, riverboats aren’t comprised of just fancy dining areas, cabins, and view decks. It’s true that there probably won’t be any swimming pools and giant movie theatres like in big ocean cruise ships, but they make up for it through other ways. Oftentimes, luxury river cruises feature gyms, spas, and sometimes even hair salons. The crew will spoil you with their impeccable customer service. There will also be on board entertainment as always, as well as Wi Fi, among other things. Heritage and Religious-related Activities Since this is a Jewish cruise, you can also expect lectures and religious services. There’ll be a synagogue on the ship and a daily minyanim. You may be accompanied by special guests on board, like university lecturers and historians depending on where you’re cruising. Some kosher cruises in Europe have talks about WWII and the Holocaust—a painful subject but one that has made a large mark on Jewish history. They even invite Jewish military veterans on board to come speak about their own experiences. Kosher Buffets Everyone knows the best cruises—whether ocean or river--serve an abundance of delicious food. One could say that it’s sometimes one of their main attractions. Kosher river cruises are no exception. They also serve amazing and mouth-watering buffets and have a bar where you can drink. The thing is, all the food is strictly kosher, so passengers can be sure that the chefs adhere to the laws of kashrut and there will be a rabbi who makes sure they are doing the right things. This is a far cry from other non-kosher cruises, wherein you have to tell them in advance that you need kosher food. And even then, you can’t be sure if what they prepared is actually kosher. This is what truly differentiates a Jewish-themed cruise from a kosher cruise. A themed cruise doesn’t necessarily cater to one demographic. Yes, you may be learning about the history of the Jews in the place you are passing through, but there are no rabbinical services, Shabbat, and the food won’t be kosher. But an actual kosher cruise caters to Jews and all the corresponding needs. So if you’re looking for an easy but more luxurious way of spending a Jewish vacation, why not join a kosher cruise?
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