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A nonprofit, independent news source to inform, inspire, educate and connect the St. Louis Jewish community.

St. Louis Jewish Light

A nonprofit, independent news source to inform, inspire, educate and connect the St. Louis Jewish community.

St. Louis Jewish Light

A view of Akko’s harbor, walls and houses of worship. Photo by Alex7370 via Shutterstock.com

11 reasons Akko is one of Israel’s most exciting destinations

DIANA BLETTERPublished September 15, 2022

Add this ancient city to your bucket list. Acre, also known as Akko or Akka, is one of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites, and it is no wonder. The massive stone walls surrounding the city are set above the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean Sea. Acre...

Hiking on Mount Hermon. Photo by Miki Inbar

The 15 best hikes in Israel’s north

Brian Blum, Israel21c.orgPublished August 18, 2022

Israeli summers are hot all over. So, if you’re planning on hiking, a shady forest or a wet and wild river stream might be your most comfortable options. And the best place for both is in Israel’s mountainous north. Before you strap on your...

There’s no such thing as too much Eilat, and getting in and out of the country there is a great, slightly less expensive solution. Photo by Yossi Aloni/Flash90

10 ways to travel Israel on a budget

NAAMA BARAK, Israel21c.orgPublished May 19, 2022

Despite being a fabulous destination, Israel is unfortunately not the cheapest place on the planet. Sky-high hotel prices, super-expensive restaurant checks and rip-off cabs are often the hallmarks of a vacation in our little corner of the Middle...

Rabbi Hershey Novack of Chabad on Campus says Birthright Israel
trips like the one above (led by his wife, Chana Novack), are an
important part of getting students to connect with Israel - and
bringing an understanding of the Jewish State to campuses.

Do you know a teen or twentysomething headed to Israel in the next few months?

Ellen Futterman, Editor-in-ChiefPublished May 5, 2022

The Jewish Light is looking for local high school and college-age students traveling to Israel this summer who would be willing to take a few short videos on their phone of the people, places, and events on their trip that most inspire them and/or make...

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