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Transnistria, the country that doesn't exist

1 week ago

We draw back the curtain on the mysterious land locals call Pridnestrovie – better known to the world as The Transnistrian Region or…

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Miles, memories, and microphones: The fifth anniversary special

3 weeks ago

Welcome to a very special edition of The Jerusalem Post Podcast – Travel Edition, coming to you live from Netanya in front of a wonderful audience as…

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Moldova: Wine, Jewish heritage and hidden treasures

1 month ago

Moldova is one of Europe's most delightful surprises. Blessed with rolling vineyards, picturesque countryside, welcoming cities, and a fascinating…

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Vienna's museums, Michelin heaven and the meaning of life

1 month ago

Vienna isn’t just grand palaces and classical music—it’s a city layered with stories, ideas, and unexpected discoveries. In this episode, we explore…

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Noshing and nightcaps in South Tel Aviv

2 months ago

Step into the flavors, stories, and nightlife of south Tel Aviv as Mark and David explore the vibrant Levinsky Market by day before heading out for a…

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Budapest uncovered: Castle caves and thermal spas

2 months ago

Budapest is a city that constantly reinvents itself—where grand imperial history, cutting-edge culture, and world-famous wellness experiences exist…

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Slovakia's high tatras: Skiing, spas, Jewish heritage and Kempinski luxury

3 months ago

Snow-capped peaks, world-class skiing, and a rich cultural tapestry—Slovakia’s High Tatras offer far more than just a winter (and year-round) escape.…

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Soak, sip, savor: The ultimate Budapest experience

3 months ago

Budapest is a city where history, indulgence, and rejuvenation flow together—quite literally. Built atop a network of natural thermal springs…

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Shanghai: Exploring the living history of a city’s Jewish legacy

4 months ago

This episode continues our journey through Jewish China alongside the descendants of Jews who found a home here nearly a century ago. Shanghai was…

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Vienna: A Jewish story of resilience and rupture

4 months ago

In this episode, Mark and David explore Vienna’s Jewish story, one marked by resilience, rupture, and remarkable renewal. From a vibrant medieval…

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Budapest: Spa hotel, Jewish heritage, and Danube nights

5 months ago

In this episode, Mark and David explore the beauty and grandeur of Budapest, where the Danube divides the historic hills of Buda and the lively…

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Why Slovakia? Castles, culture and a surprise for Israeli travelers

5 months ago

Exciting news for travelers departing from Tel Aviv! Slovakia is becoming easier and more appealing than ever to visit, opening the door to one of…

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The Jews of China: Harbin (part three)

6 months ago

If Beijing was the beginning of the journey, Harbin is where memory takes hold. In the third episode of our China series, we arrive in Harbin—the…

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Medieval magic & farmyard feasts: discovering rural Bavaria

6 months ago

Bavaria is more than just Oktoberfest. In this episode, we leave the big cities behind and head deep into rural Bavaria, where alpine beer huts perch…

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Jews of China special: Tianjin (part two)

7 months ago

In this episode we head to Tianjin in search of the traces left behind by the city’s once-thriving Jewish community in the first half of the 20th…

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Coco Cay, Paradise for a Day With Royal Caribbean

7 months ago

Welcome to our latest episode, where we’re taking you straight to Royal Caribbean’s Perfect Day at CocoCay — the private island escape that’s all…

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Jews of China: Beijing (part one)

8 months ago

Every great journey needs a starting point. For The Jerusalem Post Podcast – Travel Edition’s new three-part special from China, that is Beijing—not…

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The fate of the Israeli tourism industry | Travel Edition

8 months ago

Join Mark Gordon and David Harris in conversation with Hassan Madah, the international marketing director of The Israeli Ministry of Tourism. Edited…

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Layers of Nuremberg: shadow and light

9 months ago

Step into Nuremberg, a city where sweetly-spiced lebkuchen and sizzling sausages share the stage with medieval alleys, centuries of Jewish life, and…

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Chabad Hospitality in the cloud forest of Boquete, Panama

9 months ago

In the lush, misty highlands of Boquete, Panama, Rabbi Yakov and Hana Poliwoda have created something extraordinary. Perched in the remote cloud…

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Munich Like Never Before: Jewish History, Sausage Tales & an Arts Explosion

9 months ago

Join Mark and David as they wander through Munich’s surprising mix of culture, history, and flavor. From the city’s buzzing contemporary arts scene…

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Orlando Beyond the Mouse: Upside-Down Houses, Lakeside Views & 100+ Beers on Tap

10 months ago

Think Orlando is all mouse ears and rollercoasters? Think again. In this episode, we flip the script—literally—inside WonderWorks’ upside-down…

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Czechia Beyond Prague: Synagogues, Caves & Mansions

11 months ago

When most travelers think of Czechia (or the Czech Republic), Prague steals the spotlight. But venture a little further east and you’ll find…

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Bayreuth uncorked: Beer, wine & stories between synagogues and palaces

11 months ago

Welcome to Bayreuth, a city where baroque beauty, rich brewing traditions, and deep cultural heritage come together. Famous for its beer and…

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Beyond Iconic: Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas

12 months ago

🎙️ Beyond Iconic: Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas! Join The Jerusalem Post Podcast – Travel Edition, Episode 113, as we set sail on one of the…

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Panama City: Hats, cigars, food, and a pretty big canal

1 year ago

Panama City is a vibrant crossroads of cultures, where colonial ruins and gleaming skyscrapers frame a city shaped by the legendary Panama Canal and…

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Montenegro's Crown and Coast: A Journey through Cetinje and Budva

1 year ago

Montenegro is a jewel on the Adriatic Coast. This Balkan gem offers sun, sea, skiing, history, great food and wine, and a whole bunch of surprises.…

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Boquete Uncovered: Pumas, Pastries & Panama’s Cloud Forest Jewels

1 year ago

We travel deep into a tropical cloud forest in stunning Boquete, Panama, where we meet armadillos, sample the world's most expensive coffee bean and…

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Dukley, Montenegro: A stunning view and kosher options too

1 year ago

On the shores of the Bay of Budva, on Montenegro's Adriatic Coast, sits the wonderful Dukley Hotels & Resort. Mark and David sample the delights of…

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Classic Regensburg, Taipei Stopover & the Mysterious Tefillin Case

1 year ago

We're delighted to welcome three guests on this episode of the podcast: We quickly stop in Taipei and a small airport in northern China before…

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