Pesach in the lap of luxury

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We can’t all afford it, but if you can, there are few experiences more decadent than being able to pay for Pesach to be conducted for you in the utmost style and magnificence.

Retreats on offer this year include:

The Pesach Retreat at the Protea Marriott Hunters Rest Hotel

Hosted by Rabbi Ari and Batya Kievman, this retreat from 18 to 28 April in the Magaliesberg offers the strictest kashrut, gourmet cuisine, and the entire resort is koshered for Pesach. According to the Kievmans, you will have access to world-class attractions and adventures, including shiurim and workshops, as well as special children’s programmes. There will also be entertainment on Chol HaMoed (the weekdays of the festival).

For more information, contact: 072 801 7491 or pesachsa@gmail.com

Passover at the Premier Hotel, Cape Town At this fabulous establishment, guests have access to five shuls within walking distance. The hotel offers a range of kosher packages, from seder only to an all-inclusive nine-day package with accommodation, meals, and excursions. Contact 021 430 3400 to discuss your needs.

Pesach at The Krystal Beach Hotel This hotel on the Gordon’s Bay waterfront offers superb Pesach options. Each one is strictly Glatt kosher, with the highest standards of kashrut. There are many activities available, including a children’s programme and shul on the premises. The goal is to provide a fun-filled, luxurious, kosher Pesach vacation at a unique location. Dates: 19 to 28 April. Contact: 082 444 9574 or info@capekosher.co.za

The Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel 5**** offers exclusive Pesach packages. Organisers describe these seders as events of quintessential elegance. Resident and guest rabbis, lecturers, and visitors offer and conduct daily shiurim and fun interactive workshops. Kashrut is strictly Glatt kosher. There is also a fun-filled programme of entertainment on Chol HaMoed evenings. Children are kept busy with fabulous entertainment. Dates: 19 to 28 April. Contact: 082 444 9574 or info@capekosher.co.za

Cape Town’s beautiful, iconic hotel, The President, offers a true Yom Tov atmosphere. Ideally located in the eruv, and within easy walking distance of five shuls, the hotel maintains the highest level of kashrut under strict, expert rabbinical supervision through the Cape Beth Din. World-class facilities and attractions are available, including children’s’ programmes. Dates: 19 to 28 April. Contact: 021 434 8111 or pesach@presidenthotel.co.za