I fly at least twice a year, sometimes four times, rarely more. From the US to Europe and back, often within the US. On these occasions, I sit at the window, if possible, and not only look out the window, but also, if nothing else, take pictures with my phone. I flew several times in …
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A little getaway to Miami
I went on a very short trip to Miami. Some pictures from the trip.
Balatonfüred Jewish memories
While I was in Hungary, I visited Balatonfüred and saw the Jewish cemetery and museum. Here are some pictures from my visit.
Excursion to Balaton
In April 2025, a trip to Balaton took place. Some pictures from the trip. Tihany, Balatonfüred, (Hungary)
A Cruise trip
I went on a cruise that ended up on an island in the Bahamas and Mexico.
In the Central Park
Central Park is an urban oasis in the heart of Manhattan, New York City. Spanning 843 acres, it offers a respite from the city's hustle and bustle with its lush landscapes, peaceful lakes, and winding pathways. A blick from the Central Park. https://youtu.be/XTE8-n-NJ3w
Kiryas Joel
Kiryas Joel is a village in New York, United States. The vast majority of its residents are Yiddish-speaking Hasidic Jews. Nearly 20% of the inhabitants are Hungarian. I visited here. Kiryas Joel residents, like those of other Haredi and Orthodox Jewish communities, typically have large families.
Tappan See
Tappan Zee is a natural widening of the Hudson River in southeastern New York. It stretches about 10 miles (16 km) along the boundary between Rockland and Westchester counties1 and is about 3 miles (4.8 km) wide at its broadest point. I visited as a tourist. The area is known for its scenic beauty, with …
Scottish Rite Freemasonry
The Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry is a rite within the broader context of Freemasonry. It is the most widely practiced Rite in the world. The Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite is a rite comprising 33 degrees. The first three degrees are administered by "blue lodges" or "symbolic lodges." They are called "Blue …
The Met Cloisters
The Met Cloisters is a museum in Fort Tryon Park, New York City. It specializes in European medieval art and architecture, focusing on the Romanesque and Gothic periods. The Cloisters is designed to evoke the atmosphere of medieval European monastic life; the museum's collection includes approximately 5,000 works of art, such as stone and wood …
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