What are the kashrut standards on this cruise?

The cruise provides strictly Glatt Kosher, Chalov Yisroel, and Pas Yisroel meals. All catering is conducted under the supervision of Maritime Glatt Kosher (MGK).

Are there daily prayer services available?

Yes, there are minyanim held three times daily. A Sefer Torah is brought on board specifically for the journey to facilitate public Torah readings.

How is Shabbat observed while at sea?

The organizers provide comprehensive Shabbat solutions, including pre-arranged meals, Kiddush, and technical guidance regarding cruise ship logistics such as electronic door locks and elevators.

What kind of Jewish educational programming is offered?

Guests can expect a range of Torah classes, including the daily Daf Yomi shiur and specialized lectures from the Scholar in Residence.

Where does the cruise begin and end?

The cruise departs from Southampton, England, and concludes in Reykjavik, Iceland. Intermediate stops include ports in Belgium, the Netherlands, and Norway.

ICELAND & NORWAY CRUISE

AUGUST 6 - 17, 2023

✡ Glatt Kosher

Location: Southampton, England, United Kingdom

Organizer: Kosherica

About

Day 1, Sun, August 6
London (Southampton), England (EMBARK)
Departs 5:00pm

Day 2, Mon, August 7
Brussels / Bruges (Zeebrugge), Belgium
Arrives 9:00am - Departs 6:00pm

Day 3, Tue, August 8
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Arrives 7:00am - Departs 6:00pm

Day 4, Wed, August 9
At Sea

Day 5, Thu, August 10
Bergen, Norway
Arrives 7:00am - Departs 4:00pm

Day 6, Fri, August 11
Geiranger, Norway (Tender Port)
Arrives 8:00am - Departs 10:00pm

Day 7, Sat, August 12
à…lesund, Norway
Arrives 7:00am - Departs 5:00pm

Day 8, Sun, August 13
At Sea

Day 9, Mon, August 14
Akureyri, Iceland
Arrives 9:00am - Departs 8:00pm

Day 10, Tue, August 15
Isafjordur, Iceland
Arrives 9:00am - Departs 6:00pm

Day 11, Wed, August 16
Reykjavik, Iceland
Arrives 7:00am

Day 12, Thu, August 17
Reykjavik, Iceland (DISEMBARK)
Disembark 8:00am

About the provider

Welcome to Kosherica, the Leader in the Glatt Kosher Cruise and Tour Industry. For over 25 years we have pleased more Jewish Travelers than all cruise and tour companies combined. We pledge a commitment to the Jewish community to provide five star Glatt Kosher, Chalov Yisroel Pas Yisroel cuisine on the world's most respected cruises, cruise lines and Passover resorts / hotels.

You'll find that our Glatt Kosher vacations are land or floating resorts offering every comfort, convenience and amenity that one could imagine. You can lie back and be completely pampered. Or you can go non-stop enjoying one great show after another "” dine like never before "” try your luck in the lively casino "” or just be pampered in stunning spas. Welcome aboard the Glatt Kosher Cruise and Passover Tour of a lifetime. We look forward to being your guide on this magnificent Glatt Kosher adventure.

Rooms & accommodation

Norwegian Cruise Line

Kashrut & dining

When evening falls and candlelight glows, you will dine on our Glatt Kosher (Cholov Yisroel, Pas Yisroel) award winning gourmet cuisine prepared under the strict supervision of the MGK (Maritime Glatt Kosher). Under the guidance of world-renowned Master Chefs, our culinary delights are made from scratch and seasoned with fresh herbs. Our beautiful main restaurant presents soft music, exquisite settings of china and gorgeous linen with attentive yet unobtrusive service from the trained staff.

Morning may bring a delicious breakfast cuisine with a variety of hot and cold dishes and appetizing gourmet buffet display in a special dining room area reserved especially for Kosherica guests.

In the afternoon you can savor the views along with delicate finger sandwiches at our Elegant Tea.

And to ensure that you don't go to sleep hungry we invite you to our midnight nosh featuring a variety of delicious treats.

Religious life & Shabbat

SCHOLAR IN RESIDENCE

Rabbi Zev Meir Friedman is Rosh HaMesivta of Rambam Mesivta of Lawrence. He is noted for his leadership and activism on behalf of Jewish causes, leading demonstrations against former Nazis residing in the US, French acquiescence to anti-Semitism, Saudi support of terror, and supports a myriad of causes on behalf of Medinat Yisrael.

His continued efforts and protesting against Jakiw Palij, the last Nazi war criminal in the United States resulted in Palij's deportation to Germany.

These efforts were recognized By the Department of Justice in a ceremony at the White House where they declared,"Deserving of special mention are several generations of high school students at Rambam Mesivta in Lawrence, Long Island, under the leadership of their revered teacher, Rabbi Zev Friedman, himself a child of Holocaust virus, never stopped crying out publicly for justice in this case." Rabbi Friedman is a noted lecturer and Maggid Shiur in the Five Towns and has served as a scholar in residence across the United States, Europe and Israel.

Rabbi Friedman received his rabbinic ordination at Yeshiva Bnei Torah and his D.P.M. (Doctor of Podiatric Medicine) from the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, after graduating Brooklyn College.

Kosherica provides minyanim three times a day. A Torah is brought onto the ship for Torah readings. There is also a Daf Yomi shiur and fascinating guest lectures to help you connect with your spiritual side.

Shabbat on a Kosherica cruise is a unique and uplifting experience. Our experienced team has thought of every possible concern, from Shabbat minyan and Shabbat meals to locking doors, flushing toilets, and Shabbat elevator. From sunset to nightfall, Shabbat with Kosherica is a day of rest like no other on the planet. Kosherica's lavish glatt kosher, chalav Yisroel and pas Yisroel five-course Friday night dinners and Kiddush lunches provide all the gefilte fish, Moroccan salmon, lox, herring, chicken soup, cholent, kugel and kishka you could wish for, topped with fresh salads, fresh fruit, meats and decadent desserts. Spend your day learning, reading, playing games, making friends and marveling at the serene seascapes and spectacular coastlines.

Activities & entertainment

Prima

Location

Address: Southampton, England, UK

Contact

Organizer: Kosherica
Location: Southampton, United Kingdom
Phone: +13056952700
Phone: +442033182725
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://www.kosherica.com