KOSHERICA CRUISES, INDUSTRY LEADER FOR LUXURY KOSHER CRUISING FOR NEARLY A DECADE, ANNOUNCES 2006 DESTINATIONS

12/16/2005

From the tropical sun of the Caribbean to adventures in Alaska, from the special flavors of South America to voyages Down Under, Kosherica is the premier glatt kosher (chalov yisroel, pas yisroel) cruise line for couples, families and singles.

For nearly a decade, Kosherica has been known for top-of-the line luxury accommodations, inventive aboard-ship programming, and glatt kosher gourmet meals. With the JSinglesCruise division for the unattached and the Fun Factory for children, Kosherica is committed to providing you and your family with the distinctive luxury of five-star cruising.

Since its founding in 1996, Kosherica has hosted more Jewish cruise vacationers than all other kosher cruise companies. Kosherica’s Jewish programming includes a stunning Shabbat service, top notch Jewish musical entertainment, women’s Israeli dance class, lectures, Daf Yomi’s, Minyanim, Mixers, private movie screenings and non-stop fun.

As the sun sets, elegant showrooms light up the evening with Kosherica's superb concerts featuring renowned performers like Dudu Fisher, Mordechai Ben David, Shlomo Simcha, Benzion Miller, Daniel Gildar, Heshi Kuhnreich, Shai Bachar, Alberto Mizrachi, plus many more. Highly regarded speakers like Rabbi Yochanan Zweig, Rabbi Mordechai Shifman, Rabbi Maurice Lamm and others provide stimulating lectures. Or just jump in a woman’s Israeli dance class lead by Dassie Schuster. Of course, you can also take advantage of the ship's own wide array of world-renowned entertainment.

A Kosherica cruise is also an opportunity to expand your horizons. A rainbow of shore excursions is also available on every sailing. You’ll meet people from all over the world, and explore amazing cities through excursions that may take you snorkeling with dolphins, helicoptering over a volcano, or marveling at glaciers. You can spend your shore time biking along a stunning coastline, exploring rain forests, shopping at duty-free shops, or lounging on the beach. At night, come back home for gourmet dining, entertainment, private movie screenings; a wide variety of non-stop family activities; fitness classes; and spa treatments. Each activity on a Kosherica cruise is another opportunity to indulge yourself in something different, something relaxing, something wonderful.

All Kosherica cruises set sail on five-star ocean liners from industry leaders like Celebrity and Holland America. Kosherica’s cruise staff publishes a daily program of events including everything from concerts, art auctions and lectures to mixers and Israeli dance.

2006 DESTINATIONS

Eastern Caribbean, January 15-22 / January 22-29 (singles option available) Say goodbye to winter and board a Kosherica cruise to the Eastern Caribbean. Surrounded by turquoise waters and warm sun, you can snorkel coral reefs, explore ancient caves, stroll through silky sands, climb fortresses and hike through rainforests as you visit exotic ports of call like Puerto Rico, Antigua, St. Maarten, the Dominican Republic and Nassau, Bahamas.

Panama Canal, February 2-13
Vacation in both the Caribbean and the Pacific as you luxuriate in eleven days aboard Kosherica’s tour of the Panama Canal. From Cozumel and Costa Maya, Mexico to Costa Rica, Panama and Grand Cayman. You can hike stunning Costa Rican rain forests, learn about Mexican Mayan ruins, relax on Caribbean-style beaches or explore one of the engineering marvels of the world: The Panama Canal.

Alaska, June 18-25 / June 30-July 7 / August 4-11
With Kosherica’s Inside Passage tours of Alaska, you’ll see its breathtaking natural beauty—Klondike gold, glaciers glowing blue and magnificent wildlife—from your vantage point aboard the five-star Celebrity Mercury. Visit Anchorage, where gleaming high rises stand in dramatic contrast to surrounding mountains and the wilderness. Whether you’re touring the rainforests and fjords of Ketchikan, or panning for gold in Skagway, you’ll understand that Alaska’s something entirely different.

Gems of the Baltic, August 11-21
Kosherica partners with Holland America cruises—caring for guests in Europe for more than 132 years—to bring you a unique view of the Baltic. Take an archipelago cruise or tour the Arctic Circle, and immerse yourself in the history, culture and beauty of Estonia, Sweden, Finland and Denmark.

South America, November 20-December 6
From the sound of a flute floating over the Andes to the rhythm of tango in Rio and the hush of Chilean fjords, Kosherica and Holland America bring you the unique sounds and sights of South America. Visit Buenos Aires, Argentina, and experience its European heritage, its creative intensity, and its famous night-owl social life. Uruguay, and Chile round out your trip for an unforgettable journey.

Australia & New Zealand, December 8-22
On Kosherica’s journey Down Under, your Holland America cruise ship will sail past the Sydney Opera House, snorkel the Great Barrier Reef and explore both Melbourne and Tasmania before leaving Australia for the lush green scenery of New Zealand. In the land of the kiwi, you’ll learn why Auckland is known for its boats, beaches and barbecues, and visit Wellington, the country’s capital, for views of its unique architecture, museums, and art galleries.

Prices start at under $2000 for an inside stateroom, based on double occupancy. Cabin and all meals are included. Spa services, excursions and roundtrip transportation to point of departure are additional costs.

When you cruise with Kosherica, you’re sailing into a vacation you’ll never forget.

For more information and reservations, contact Kosherica at (877) 724-5567, email information@kosherica.com or visit Kosherica.com