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Mark Around the World Posts


A Guide to Istiklal Street: Istanbul, Turkey’s Iconic Pedestrian Avenue
Istanbul, Turkey ✈ Istiklal Street in Istanbul, Turkey During my stay at the Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus in Turkey, I took a short walk to...

Mark Vogel
Feb 2, 2025


Galata Tower: Where History Meets the Best Views of Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul, Turkey ✈ Galata Tower in Istanbul, Turkey During my visit to Istanbul, Turkey, I made a stop at Galata Tower , one of the...

Mark Vogel
Feb 1, 2025


Fort Tryon Park: A Revolutionary War Battleground Turned Scenic Retreat in Manhattan
New York City ✈ Sunset View of the Hudson River and the New Jersey Palisades from Fort Tryon Park in Upper Manhattan Fort Tryon Park is...

Mark Vogel
Jan 31, 2025


Stop & Shop’s Full Kosher Bakery in Yonkers, New York: From Bagels to Cakes in Westchester County
Kosher Bakery in Yonkers, New York ✈ Stop & Shop’s Full Kosher Bakery in Yonkers, New York Stop & Shop is a well-known supermarket chain...

Mark Vogel
Jan 30, 2025


The Palace of Versailles: A Day Trip to France’s Iconic Royal Palace
Versailles, France ✈ Palace of Versailles in Versailles, France The Château de Versailles , or Palace of Versailles , is located in the...

Mark Vogel
Jan 29, 2025


Planning a Trip Abroad? A Guide to New Visa Requirements for Travel to the UK, Europe, and Israel
Everything Americans Need to Know About New Visa Rules for the UK, Europe, and Israel ✈ In recent years, the landscape of international...

Mark Vogel
Jan 28, 2025


Gruenebaum's Bakery in Riverdale, New York: A Kosher Tradition of Challah and Cakes
Kosher Bakery and Café in Riverdale, Bronx, New York ✈ Gruenebaum's Bakery and Café in Riverdale, New York During my recent visit to...

Mark Vogel
Jan 27, 2025


Hyatt Place New York/Yonkers at Cross County Center Mall: The Ultimate Staycation and Shopping Destination
3-Star Hotel in Yonkers, New York ✈ Hyatt Place New York/Yonkers at Cross County Center Mall I recently stayed at the Hyatt Place New...

Mark Vogel
Jan 26, 2025


Sammy's in Teaneck, New Jersey: The Go-To Kosher Spot for Bagels, Pizza, and More
Kosher dairy restaurant in Teaneck, New Jersey ✈ Sammy's Kosher Restaurant in Teaneck, New Jersey During a recent visit to Teaneck, New...

Mark Vogel
Jan 25, 2025


Exploring the Jewish Quarter in the Old City of Jerusalem: A Walk Through History to the Western Wall
The Jewish Quarter in the Old City of Jerusalem, Israel ✈ The Western Wall and Dome of the Rock in the Jewish Quarter of Jerusalem's Old...

Mark Vogel
Jan 24, 2025


Visiting the Christian Quarter: What to See and Experience in Jerusalem’s Old City
The Christian Quarter in the Old City of Jerusalem, Israel ✈ The Church of the Holy Sepulcher in the Christian Quarter in the Old City of...

Mark Vogel
Jan 23, 2025


Naomi's Kosher Pizza & Falafel: From College Days to Today
Kosher Restaurant in New York City's Queens Neighborhood of Flushing ✈ Naomi's Kosher Pizza & Falafel in New York City's Queens...

Mark Vogel
Jan 22, 2025


My Visit to J. Korn's Bakery in Borough Park: A Sweet Taste of Brooklyn
Kosher Bakery in New York City's Brooklyn Neighborhood of Borough Park ✈ J. Korn's Kosher Bakery in New York City's Brooklyn Neighborhood...

Mark Vogel
Jan 21, 2025


Meisner’s Take Home Food: Where Borough Park Shops for Kosher Cuisine
Kosher Take Home Food in New York City's Brooklyn Neighborhood of Borough Park ✈ Meisner’s Take Home Food in New York City's Brooklyn...

Mark Vogel
Jan 20, 2025


Dairy Palace in Staten Island, New York: A Regal Kosher Dining Experience
Kosher Restaurant in Staten Island, New York ✈ Dairy Palace Kosher Restaurant in Staten Island, New York During my recent visit to Staten...

Mark Vogel
Jan 19, 2025


Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort: A Relaxing Escape on the Hollywood Boardwalk
4-Star Hotel in Hollywood, Florida ✈ Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort in Hollywood, Florida Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort ...

Mark Vogel
Jan 18, 2025


Grand Café in Hollywood, Florida: Kosher Dining Done Right
Dairy Café in Hollywood, Florida ✈ Grand Café Kosher Restaurant in Hollywood, Florida Grand Café , a kosher dairy restaurant located at...

Mark Vogel
Jan 17, 2025


Discovering T.Y. Park: A Nature Retreat in the Heart of Hollywood, Florida
T.Y. (Topeekeegee Yugnee) Park in Hollywood, Florida ✈ T.Y. (Topeekeegee Yugnee) Park in Hollywood, Florida Topeekeegee Yugnee Park ,...

Mark Vogel
Jan 16, 2025


My Stay at the Iconic Fontainebleau Miami Beach Hotel: Morris Lapidus’ Masterpiece
5-Star Hotel in Miami Beach, Florida ✈ The Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach, Florida The Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach, Florida ...

Mark Vogel
Jan 15, 2025


41 Pizza and Bakery in Miami Beach: Kosher Pizza and Pastries in Paradise
Kosher Restaurant in Miami Beach, Florida ✈ 41 Pizza Kosher Restaurant in Miami Beach, Florida 41 Pizza is a kosher pizza store and...

Mark Vogel
Jan 14, 2025
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