The Jewish Travel Guide

by Betsy Sheldon

Book Overview

This travel guide to American cities covers activities and attractions with special appeal or significance to Jewish travellers. For each city it offers a history of Jewish presence, museums and... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1556508794
• ISBN13: 9781556508790
• Release Date: January 2001
• Publisher: Hunter Publishing (NJ)
• Length: 259 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.4" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

Enticing... worthwhile

Fifteen major North American cities are the focus of this useful travel guide, with mention of the most notable Jewish sites in the hinterland. Includes sightseeing, synagogues, kosher dining, events, heritage tours, museums, lodging, and more. For every key attraction, Sheldon provides a long and detailed paragraph filled with enticing tidbits. Highlighted sidebars scattered throughout draw attention to fascinating trivia. A useful resource... sure to fill a gap. (Library Journal)

Packs in U.S. destinations of special interest

Jewish travelers or those with a special interest in Jewish history and culture receive a listing of Jewish sights and resources in an easily-used handbook to Jewish travel. From a directory of synagogues and community centers to notable homes, kosher restaurants and Jewish retreats, The Jewish Travel Guide packs in U.S. destinations of special interest.