Scared of the winter cold? Visit Montreal this summer and enjoy the outdoors. There’s lots of beauty and lots to do in any weather. Hi, I’m back again, this time with a couple of activities to do in and around Montreal. In the winter, Montreal is kind of cold and unless you enjoy winter sports,…
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You’ll Love This Garment Bag Hack When Packing
Often, less is more. Sure, a suit bag is great, but this neat hack is sometimes better, and for a few reasons: Rip and toss the bag once you arrive at your destination. You can bunch up more clothes together at a time than with a suit bag. You don’t need to find that suit…
Everything You Need To Know When Traveling To Switzerland
Switzerland may be Europe’s most beautiful vacation spot. And your trip will be memorable and amazing, especially if you’re well-prepared. Switzerland. The land of breathtaking views, freakishly clean streets, iconic red choo choo trains, chocolate (that isn’t necessarily kosher) and punctuality. I grew up in the city of Lugano which is in the south of…
7 New Destinations for Your Chol Hamoed Trip (CT/NY/NJ)
Want to try something new this Chol Hamoed? From a seaport…to magnificent hikes…to fun indoor parks, there’s a new activity here that your family will love. When chol hamoed Pesach comes, I look forward to finally spending some time enjoying the outdoors. However, the weather does not always lend itself to outdoor adventures, so when…
This Toothbrush Travel Hack Will Save Loads of Time
You’re buying new toothbrushes anyway, so now’s the time to assemble your toothbrush travel bag. You’ll be thrilled you did it whenever you go away with the family. The most annoying part of going away with the family, whether for just one night or for a couple of weeks, is collecting each person’s toothbrush from…
It’s is a Great Time for a Trip to Newport, RI
A four day Chol Hamoed is a great time to get away for an overnight trip – to Newport, Rhode Island This year, with no Shabbos breaking up Chol Hamoed, there’s a great opportunity for overnight trips. With Pesach at the end of April, we will hopefully enjoy nice weather too! Want to know where…
How to Make Your Own Beef Jerky
This perfect on-the-go protein can be easily made at home. Beef jerky is a super popular snack nowadays. If you like meat, we can’t think of a better protein-on-the-go. It’s definitely more wholesome and satisfying than other nosh and more filling than a protein bar (though it may be high in sodium. However, it is…
How to Get a Good Night Sleep on That Red Eye (or Any Flight)
Put your feet up and get some rest. Oh, so, how do you put your feet up on a red eye flight? A short flight is like sitting in a car. You get on, you sit a bit, perhaps get some reading in, take a short nap if possible, and you get to your location. …
What to See and Do in Venice, Italy
Planning a spring trip to Europe? Your European experience isn’t complete without getting lost in Venice, Italy. When I was a girl, and I’d come from Europe to spend my summers at sleepaway camp in the United States, my friends would ask me, “Do you live in the place with all the water? Or the…
Looking for a Beautiful European Destination with Great Sites and Kosher Life? Come to Vienna.
There’s tons to see and do in the beautiful city of Vienna. Here’s your roundup. Looking for a cool, new destination that has regular minyanim and kosher food? I bet Vienna, Austria hasn’t crossed your mind. As someone who was born in Vienna, and has lived here all my life, I can give you all…
