Travel
מפל סקוגפוס באיסלנד
Tourism shake-up: the countries that became tourist hotspots and those that crashed
Wars, coups, border openings and massive investments have redrawn the global tourism map; from Dubai's rise as a tourism hub to Iceland's surge and Eastern Europe's opening, we explore destinations that boomed, crashed or are reinventing themselves
Asaf Rosen | 22:55 | 10.29.26
דניאל פינסקי מפליג לבד בסערה
Alone in a small boat against the storm: Israeli sailor's ordeal in the open ocean
Soaked and shivering without sails, Daniel Pinsky, 35, steered for hours amid breaking waves and 110 km/h gusts; Israel's first Golden Globe Race entrant sails solo, nonstop and without GPS navigation, with damaged self-steering gear: 'I was scared'
Roy Elman | 21:31 | 10.29.26
אזהרה: שיחה קשה לפניכם
2027 travel trends: ghost hotels, AI at work and vacations without kids
Booking.com and Expedia reveal surprising vacation trends for 2027, from ghost-hunting trips and one-night escapes to AI handling work while travelers relax; surveys suggest a growing appetite for unconventional experiences, though actual bookings may tell a different story
Asaf Rosen | 09:45 | 10.27.26
Austrian Airlines flight
‘So you are all Israelis? We are so lucky’: Midair emergency ends with unlikely friendship
An overnight Austrian Airlines flight from Washington to Vienna turned into a medical emergency when a passenger collapsed; two doctors and a fellow traveler rushed to help, only to discover they were all Israelis heading home ahead of the election
Roy Elman | 13:35 | 10.26.26
מטיילים על מצוק טרולטונגה שבמחוז וסטלנד, נורבגיה, מעל אגם טורקיז מוקף הרים
How many have you visited? National Geographic reveals 25 best places to travel in 2027
From rare solar eclipse in Egypt and Norway's spectacular fjords to millennium celebrations in France and hidden gems in Asia and South America, National Geographic's annual travel list reveals where to go in 2027 and why next year is the perfect time to visit
Roy Elman | 02:45 | 10.26.26
מטוס של יונייטד איירליינס. בחברה בודקים את הטענות
‘I felt trapped’: United Airlines faces second in-flight masturbation complaint
A first-class passenger says a man watched pornography and masturbated under a blanket on an overnight flight; crew moved her only after she complained twice. United apologized and banned the man pending an investigation as lawmakers demand answers
Asaf Rosen | 10:19 | 10.25.26
לילה בגבעת העב"מים
UFO hunters search for alien encounters on Israel's Mediterranean coast
At a secluded cliff overlooking the sea in Netanya, a group of UFO enthusiasts gathers after dark to investigate mysterious lights, share accounts of unexplained sightings and attempt to contact extraterrestrial beings through meditation
Assaf Kamar | 02:02 | 10.25.26
תיירת לצד בריכה המשקיפה על מרקש
Sun d'Or joins Arkia and Israir in suspending Marrakech service amid security concerns
Airline cancels flights to the Moroccan city through December 15, offering passengers refunds or alternative destinations; Arkia and Israir have halted ticket sales as Israeli airlines face tighter security requirements following flydubai incident
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 19:07 | 10.22.26
מטוס איירבוס A321 Neo LR של ארקיע
flydubai attack fallout: Arkia halts Morocco ticket sales, leaving travelers in limbo
Israeli airline suspends new bookings to Marrakech following security directives issued after Sept. 30 flydubai attack; existing flights have not been canceled, but passengers face uncertainty as Arkia weighs alternative arrangements with commercial partners
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 14:53 | 10.21.26
סינא אמג'דייאן
United Airlines pilot barred from flying to Israel over alleged support for Iran, Hezbollah
Transportation Ministry officials confirm flights crewed by United pilot Sina Amjadian will not be allowed into Israel following a security alert based on unverified social media allegations; no affected flights have been identified
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 13:28 | 10.21.26
ליסבון, פורטוגל
Europe's best city for 2026 revealed, and it's not Paris, London or Rome
Lisbon takes Europe's top city destination award and wins for cruises, while Athens leads for short breaks; Portugal dominates the World Travel Awards, with Greece winning several major hotel categories
Roy Elman | 10:09 | 10.21.26
מטוס של אוסטריאן אירליינס בנמל תעופה באירופה
Three bomb threats, one week: How airlines respond to security scares
Three bomb threats in less than a week forced a flight to divert, delayed a takeoff and triggered an evacuation at Ben Gurion Airport; who decides how to respond, and how can a single anonymous phone call send fighter jets scrambling?
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 04:57 | 10.21.26
נתב"ג ריק
Airlines seek protection from passenger lawsuits over wartime flight cancellations
El Al, Delta, Air France and other carriers petition Israel's High Court to waive compensation for flights canceled during the 40-day airspace closure during Operation Roaring Lion, seeking similar exemptions in future wars as passenger lawsuits mount
Tomer Hadar/Calcalist | 19:11 | 10.20.26
דרימליינר של אל על
Poke bowls in economy, pajamas in business: El Al upgrades its in-flight experience
El Al will begin rolling out in-flight upgrades in November, with changes for economy passengers and extra perks in premium cabins; a new entertainment category will cater to religious travelers, while free high-speed Wi-Fi is planned only from 2027
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger, Roy Elman | 20:44 | 10.19.26
הלגונה הכחולה, איסלנד
Israel's Arkia launches first nonstop flights to Iceland
Flights to Reykjavik begin in June 2027, with round-trip fares from $798; new destinations include Manila, Tallinn, Yerevan and Sarajevo, while discounted tickets to Greece and Cyprus start at $163 under a sale running through November 3
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 21:26 | 10.18.26
טבילה מהנה רגע לפני הסתיו
‘Two minutes and you're in the water’: The magical Galilee trail to visit before winter
After two years away because of the war, Israeli travel blogger returns to Ein Hardalit in Western Galilee and finds clear pools, lush greenery and shaded paths as enchanting as ever; with autumn leaves falling and water still pleasant, now is the time for one last swim before winter
Assaf Kamar | 05:27 | 10.18.26
מבט מהאוויר על אזור אגם טאהו, בגבול קליפורניה ונבדה
Full of surprises: Expedia reveals the top trending travel destinations for 2027
A California resort town topped Expedia's 2027 ranking of trending destinations after a 195% surge in searches; where are travelers around the world planning to go next year? Here are 10 destinations worth knowing about, according to the travel giant
Roy Elman | 03:31 | 10.18.26
נחל צלמון
The Galilee stream turning into one of Israel’s most talked-about swimming spots
Galilee’s Nahal Tzalmon is flowing again after years of near-drought, and its new pools are drawing hikers; spring blogger Chen Yosef explains how to get there, who it suits and what to know before taking a dip
Assaf Kamar | 05:11 | 10.17.26
קארל בושבי
He set off on foot in 1998 and is finally coming home in 2026: Karl Bushby's incredible journey
After setting out from Chile with $500, the former British paratrooper crossed jungles, the Bering Strait and the Caspian Sea before swimming the English Channel; now, with 250 miles left to walk, he is nearing a reunion with his mother in Hull
Roy Elman | 17:18 | 10.15.26
אוריינט אקספרס, רכבת היוקרה של אירופה
The Orient Express is back with a new route: 19 hours of luxury for $5,000
Nearly century-old carriages, marble bathrooms, gourmet dining and a late-night piano bar: the legendary Orient Express launches a Paris-to-Monaco route in May 2027; what does the $5,000-per-person journey offer?
Roy Elman | 05:14 | 10.15.26
המלון החדש שפתאל יפתחו באילת
Fattal announces 12 new hotels, luxury resorts and Dead Sea water park
Fattal Hotels plans to open 12 new properties across Israel by 2030, adding more than 2,000 rooms; The expansion includes luxury and boutique hotels, a Dead Sea water park and major renovations of existing properties
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 01:51 | 10.15.26
הענבים ביקבי כרמל
Israel's Jezreel Valley wins international wine tourism award in Croatia
The region's Wine Valley initiative, connecting 18 wineries, was recognized at the Iter Vitis Awards for sustaining wine tourism through the COVID-19 pandemic and war, while supporting local businesses and promoting the area's agricultural heritage
ynet Global | 09:23 | 10.14.26
מטוס של חברת ישראייר. החברה החלה במהלך שבסופו תפעיל גם מטוןסים רחבי גוף
Flydubai effect: Israir halts Morocco ticket sales, freezes Marrakech flight expansion
After attempted terror attack, Israeli airline puts plans to increase weekly flights from one to three on hold, suspends negotiations to lease another aircraft; existing flights have not been canceled, and status of previously booked tickets remains unclear
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 19:59 | 10.13.26
מבט מהאי הידרה אל חוף קמיני וקסטלו הידרה
Europe's best islands for 2026: Hidden gems outshine famous hotspots
Europe's best islands for 2026 have been revealed, with a largely car-free destination taking the top spot ahead of some of the continent's most popular vacation spots; The top 20 ranking also delivers surprises, with several famous islands falling far behind
Asaf Rosen | 17:57 | 10.11.26
אדם מול היכל מראיה
‘They searched my bag, and my Israeli passport was inside’: An extraordinary journey through Saudi Arabia
Beyond Riyadh, Adam Jano found nearly empty luxury resorts, met Saudis who said they were secretly Jewish and put on tefillin near a rock some link to Moses, before a frightening search by religious police nearly exposed his Israeli identity
Assaf Kamar | 10:49 | 10.10.26
הבריכה המרכזית בריזורט החוף של קלאב מד
From lions at sunrise to Indian Ocean surf: inside Club Med's new South Africa escape
Club Med combines thrilling wildlife safaris and luxury glamping with a beachfront resort near Durban, offering everything from game drives and ocean surfing to pools and nightlife; a seven-night family vacation costs 7,730 euros, excluding flights and transfers
Idan Bloemhof | 23:00 | 10.09.26
תיירים מסיירים בין בתי האבן המסורתיים בכפר הציורי ביבורי
Residents flee ‘world’s most beautiful village’ as tourists invade their privacy
They came for six months and stayed 14 years; Now Brian and Jill Skarda are fleeing one of England’s most beautiful villages, where tourists peer through windows, knock on doors and invade private gardens, leaving residents feeling under siege
Roy Elman | 15:32 | 10.09.26
For first time since war began, Israelis return to once-dangerous Lebanon border lookout
Anti-tank missile warning signs still line the roads, but visitors are returning to a once-restricted lookout overlooking Lebanon after the IDF destroyed Hezbollah tunnel infrastructure; among the guides are reservists who fought in the villages below
Yair Kraus | 14:06 | 10.09.26
מטוס של חברת איבריה אקספרס
Iberia returns to Israel as LOT opens new Bangkok route for travelers
Spanish carrier resumes Tel Aviv-Madrid service Oct. 25, while LOT adds Warsaw-Bangkok flights that could offer Israelis another route to Thailand after Flydubai’s suspension
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 02:13 | 10.09.26
British Airways returns to Ben Gurion Airport at end of month with daily flight to London
British Airways will resume flights to Israel on October 25 after suspending service during Operation Roaring Lion. Iberia will also return with daily Madrid flights, joining Delta, United and Air India in restoring service to Ben Gurion Airport
Chofit Cohen-Olay/Calcalist | 15:20 | 10.07.26
שוק חג המולד
Where to find the cheapest flights for a European Christmas getaway
Flights to Salzburg and Vienna are up more than 50% from last year, while Zurich and Munich are sharply cheaper; late-December bookings are also up 10%, with Prague, Budapest, Dubai, Athens and Berlin leading demand for Israeli travelers this year
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 11:42 | 10.06.26
מטוס נוחת בחוף מָאִי-קָאו, פוקט
From $447 to $1,966: Asia flight fares surge amid flydubai fallout
Flydubai was a key gateway for Israelis traveling through the UAE to Asia; since flights were suspended, reduced capacity and fewer connections have sent fares soaring, hitting Manila, Bangkok, Phuket, Tokyo and Sri Lanka routes hardest
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 19:56 | 10.05.26
נוסעים באמצע שום מקום
Israeli couple takes South America road trip one breakdown at a time
Amir Eshel and his wife travel the continent in Bonita, their German motorhome, returning to Israel between legs; from Patagonia breakdowns to Boca Juniors, he says chance encounters are what make the journey unforgettable
Assaf Kamar | 21:14 | 10.04.26
מנזר קן הנמר, השוכן על מצוק בבהוטן
Israel gets direct flights to Bhutan, one of the world’s most restricted kingdoms
Five Drukair flights will take organized tours from Tel Aviv to Bhutan from February through mid-March 2027, with eight-day packages priced at 5,395 dollars per person; direct flights to Finnish Lapland will also return
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 18:30 | 10.04.26
30.9 נתב"ג נוסעים עולים על מטוס של פליי דובאי
flydubai passengers could receive $250,000 each after hijacking attempt, experts say
Aviation lawyers say passengers may be compensated even without physical injuries, as possible PTSD and other lasting effects emerge; attorneys are examining whether claims under the Montreal Convention could be pursued in the US rather than Israel
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 11:25 | 10.04.26
"אהבה היסטרית לישראל": המסע המפתיע אל השבטים הנידחים
'Hysterical love for Israel': Journey to the remote tribes of Papua New Guinea
Meir Waxman didn't expect the welcome that awaited him: hundreds and thousands of locals with trumpets, red carpets and immense love for Israel; but the local enthusiasm also became a burden; 'It was a bear hug. They made us a traveling circus'
Assaf Kamar | 12:30 | 10.03.26
דרימליינר של אל על
Dubai rescue flights to Israel cleared after last-minute security crisis threatens operation
El Al, Arkia and Israir flights will begin Friday after urgent talks with UAE officials, though security preparations are expected to cause delays
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger, Itamar Eichner, Roy Rubinstein | 04:11 | 10.02.26
דרימליינר של אל על
UAE reconsiders approval for Dubai rescue flights, threatening Friday departures
El Al’s first two flights sold out within five minutes, but Israeli officials entered urgent talks after UAE authorities began reconsidering clearance
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 22:40 | 10.01.26
נמל התעופה בדובאי
'Is someone supposed to take responsibility?': Hundreds of Israelis stranded in Dubai after Flydubai suspends flights
Travelers returning from Asia face canceled connections after attempted hijacking; Israeli airlines prepare rescue flights as UAE offers alternate routes
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 10:53 | 10.01.26
מטוסים של איתיחאד, פליי דובאי ואמירייטס
‘Already looking for another flight’: Flydubai attack leaves Israelis facing costly reroutes
After the dramatic Dubai-Tel Aviv flight incident, Israeli travelers are weighing alternatives and agencies report initial cancellation requests; for now, cancellations are nonrefundable and switching airlines could cost thousands
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 19:00 | 09.30.26
זנב המטוס נפגע כתוצאה מהצניחה המהירה NYUX PKHHSUCTH
Flydubai kept flying to Israel through war. Now a suspected cockpit attack threatens that bond
The Emirati carrier launched Tel Aviv service after the Abraham Accords, carried more than 800,000 passengers through Ben Gurion last year and at times operated 10 daily flights each way; the suspected terror attack aboard FZ1073 now puts that relationship under unprecedented strain
Roy Elman | 16:20 | 09.30.26
גל שילר
After Oct. 7, she packed her dog into a Hyundai and left her old life behind
After two difficult years serving in the reserves recovering bodies and volunteering with hostage families, Gal Schiller left her old life behind; for the past year, she and her dog Milo have traveled across Israel in her small car
Orit Merlin Rozhenzwaig | 10:41 | 09.30.26
מטוס של אייר אינדיה
Air India to resume Israel flights Dec. 1 after more than seven months
Carrier will operate five weekly Boeing 777 flights between Tel Aviv and Delhi, restoring Israel’s only nonstop link to India and connections across Southeast Asia and the Pacific through March 2027
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 14:02 | 09.28.26
נמל התעופה סכיפהול
Israel warns travelers to Netherlands of ‘long, invasive’ checks under settlement-goods ban
Foreign Ministry says reports involving passengers arriving from Israel are being examined as Dutch ban on goods from Israeli settlements takes effect, with violations potentially carrying fines or prison terms
Itamar Eichner | 10:57 | 09.28.26
הר הגעש סופרייר הילס באי מונסראט
From a Swedish riviera to a volcanic island: 8 places worth discovering
Lonely Planet’s 2027 list features 50 destinations worldwide, from a Spanish city with vibrant nightlife and Japan’s subtropical islands to an Irish fjord, and we take a closer look at eight of its most intriguing picks
Asaf Rosen | 03:15 | 09.28.26
Officials attend the cornerstone ceremony for the Joshua Trail in Elon Moreh
Israel launches first ‘Biblical Trail’ in West Bank
$1 million Joshua Trail will link Elon Moreh to Mount Kabir with accessible promenade and suspension bridge as part of broader tourism initiative
ynet Global | 12:17 | 09.27.26
אקספלורה 3. פחות נוסעים, יותר כסף
Inside Explora III, the luxury cruise ship with $67,000-per-person suites
With about 800 passengers, 640 crew, 461 suites, five pools and 12 bars and lounges, Explora III offers a more intimate take on luxury cruising, as we discovered on a voyage from Rome to Barcelona
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 20:55 | 09.26.26
המפל העירוני שהפתיע את בלוגר המעיינות
Kiryat Shmona’s hidden gem: a urban waterfall that feels like Europe
A clear stream, waterfalls and hidden pools run through the heart of Kiryat Shmona, surprising even locals, while travel blogger Kobi Peled says the main waterfall feels like a European nature reserve despite being just minutes from homes
Assaf Kamar | 13:38 | 09.25.26
מטוס של אייר קנדה
Air Canada removes senior crew member over alleged antisemitic posts
Air Canada removed in-flight service director Blair Boudreau from duty after allegations of antisemitic and violent social media posts, as the airline separately moved up the return of nonstop Toronto-Tel Aviv service to Nov. 30
Itamar Eichner | 11:07 | 09.16.26
Iranian Boeing 737 shakes violently as ceiling panels fall and passengers pray | Watch
Sepehran flight returned to Mashhad after tire tread separated during takeoff and the pilot reported an engine malfunction; cabin panels fell as passengers shouted and prayed, but the Boeing 737 landed safely with no injuries
Asaf Rosen | 09:42 | 09.16.26
השגרירה ד"ר אלונה פישר-קם
Israeli ambassador to Thailand: Some tourists think ‘anything goes’
Ambassador Alona Fisher-Kamm says Israeli misconduct is sometimes ‘embarrassing and even shameful,’ while warning that social media is amplifying incidents amid growing anti-Israel sentiment
Itamar Eichner | 07:35 | 09.15.26
סונדהי לימטונגקול, איש תקשורת ופעיל פוליטי, נואם מול תומכיו בהפגנה מול שגרירות ישראל בבנגקוק
Thai poll finds 77% exposed to Israeli misconduct reports back tougher enforcement
Days after hundreds protested outside Israel’s embassy in Bangkok, 45% of respondents familiar with alleged misconduct also backed shorter permitted stays for Israelis, while the poll itself was unusually published under the title ‘Jewish people’
Itamar Eichner | 07:39 | 09.14.26
מירו במונגוליה
He left Haredi life, lived with Mongolian nomads and got stranded penniless in Siberia
Raised in a Haredi family in northern Israel, Miro left religious life at 21 and later set out across Asia; from Hindu studies in India to nomadic life in Mongolia, he found echoes of the world he thought he had left behind
Assaf Kamar | 19:35 | 09.13.26
דניאל פינסקי
No GPS, no internet, no help: Israeli sailor sets out on 9-month race around the world
The first Israeli to compete in the Golden Globe Race has set sail alone on a nine-month voyage around the world, without GPS or modern technology; Here’s how to track Daniel Pinsky, and what life is like at sea
Roy Elman | 16:40 | 09.11.26
מפגינים מול שגרירות ישראל בבנגקוק במחאה נגד השתלטות לכאורה של זרים על קרקעות
Anti-Israel protest erupts outside Bangkok embassy
Thai nationalists accuse some Israelis of disrespecting local culture and laws as embassy closes briefly and vows to address concerns
Itamar Eichner | 12:32 | 09.10.26
נאפולי
Booking.com keeps property after Israeli told: 'I don't accept citizens from countries guilty of genocide'
A Naples property refused to honor an Israeli tourist's confirmed reservation because of his nationality; Booking.com issued a warning but left the property on its platform despite its nondiscrimination policy, saying it could take further action if it happens again
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 02:13 | 09.10.26
פקחים מקומיים מסיירים בחוף פאטונג שבפוקט
Thailand warns Israeli misconduct could harm bilateral ties amid growing public backlash
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow tells Israel’s ambassador that violations of Thai law and behavior offending local customs could have consequences beyond tourism, as negative coverage and protests intensify
Itamar Eichner | 19:34 | 09.09.26
Airbnb
EU proposes new powers to curb Airbnb rentals in areas struggling with housing shortages
Cities could curb vacation rentals and purchases of homes for tourist accommodation in areas facing housing shortages; Airbnb says Europe needs more housing, while the proposal still requires approval from EU lawmakers and member states
Roy Elman | 16:42 | 09.09.26
Kochav HaYarden National Park
Rosh Hashanah outdoors: Israel’s best family adventures
From migrating cranes in the Hula Valley and kite-making above the Jordan Valley to cave art at Beit Guvrin and a nighttime spectacle at Masada, the Israel Nature and Parks Authority is offering outings for families across the country
ynet Global | 08:47 | 09.09.26
פסל החירות
Who has the cheapest flights to New York? ynet compares 5 airlines
After Israir joined the New York route, ynet compared fares from 5 airlines across 6 dates through early January; no single carrier was cheapest, with gaps topping $1,000 per passenger and US airlines leading on some dates
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 05:23 | 09.09.26
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