Ask JCI&R: Connecting to Jewish communities while traveling
| Editor's note: Today I'm excited to introduce our newest contributor to this blog, Judy Musante, who will be writing a monthly column, "Ask JCI&R." The series will cover questions frequently received by the Federation's Jewish Community Information and Referral department. Judy, who is in her bat mitzvah year at the Federation, has been writing a similar column for other local publications for over a decade. We welcome her expertise, and look forward to her upcoming pieces. |
Q: We are planning our upcoming summer vacation abroad. We enjoy connecting with other Jewish communities while traveling. Where can I find out the names of synagogues, Jewish sightseeing, and kosher restaurants in our favorite destinations? A: For all you wandering Jews out there: Whether you are traveling for fun or business, relocating, or just plain curious, Jewish communities and synagogues exist everywhere, from Alaska (The frozen chosen) to Zurich. Call us and we will share capsule histories and demographics. We can connect you with synagogues, food, kosher restaurants, gift shops, mikvaot and historic sites. Cruising? We can tell you about kosher cruises. Surfing? We share websites for the world Jewish traveler.
For more information about connecting to Jewish life, call JCIR 415.777.4545 or local toll-free in the Bay Area 877.777.JCIR (5247), or email us at Info@JewishNfo.org Jewish Community Information and Referral is a free and confidential service of the Jewish Community Federation of San Francisco, the Peninsula, Marin, and Sonoma counties. Visit our websites www.JewishNfo.org and www.Jewishfed.org.
