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From troubled teens to a multimillion-dollar industry: How surfing conquered Israel

Once seen as a pastime for troubled teens skipping school for the beach, surfing is now one of Israel’s fastest-growing sports, with tens of thousands of surfers, new schools, a wave park, a multimillion-dollar industry and booming surf tourism

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 08.08.26

These are the 8 cheapest days to fly in the coming weeks

As children return to school, the best flight deals can be found from Sept. 1 until the days before Rosh Hashanah, with fares to Greece from $130 and Burgas from $245

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 08.05.26

Ben Gurion Airport’s busiest stretch begins as August travel surges

Five peak days could bring nearly 100,000 travelers each as new routes launch, US carriers stay away and Eilat flights expand; 2.6 million passengers expected in August

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 08.03.26

Shanti Boutique Hotel in Koh Phangan displayed the message across photos of its pool, rooms and grounds despite high ratings; Booking.com told ynet it had opened a comprehensive investigation

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 07.28.26

Ben Gurion Airport chaos: only 1/3 of flights depart on time as delays and cancellations mount

Nearly 100,000 passengers a day face average delays of 40 minutes, with military aircraft, Greek radar failures and peak-season congestion disrupting hundreds of flights

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 07.28.26

33 US refueling aircraft remain at Ben Gurion Airport, threatening major flight delays

Thirteen American tanker aircraft were due to leave by Tuesday evening, but escalating tensions with Iran are expected to keep them in place; officials are avoiding cancellations for now, though the arrival of even one additional tanker could force them

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 07.21.26

‘Afraid to leave the ship’: Huge Palestinian flag greets Israelis in Crete

Pro-Palestinian protesters gathered at the port of Sitia as a Mano Maritime cruise arrived, with passengers saying some Israelis returned to the vessel after feeling threatened; local police maintained a barrier between demonstrators and tourists

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 07.21.26

'I hope you suffer another Oct. 7': three arrested after attacking police on plane

Police say two brothers from Jaffa and a friend from Bat Yam refused to leave the aircraft before takeoff, injuring four officers, some of whom were allegedly bitten

Meir Turgeman, Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 07.17.26

From Tokyo to Tel Aviv: The cities reshaping the global cost rankings

A new Deutsche Bank report shows a shift in global prices, with once-expensive cities becoming more affordable and others rising in cost; Tokyo is now cheaper than expected, while Tel Aviv ranks among the world’s priciest cities in several categories

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 07.15.26

How much will Israelis abroad pay to fly home and vote in Israel’s election?

As Israelis abroad book costly trips home to vote in the Oct. 27 election, travel companies report rising interest in flights, with industry officials expecting demand to increase as many view the vote as pivotal

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger, Roy Elman | 07.15.26

Iran escalation freezes US tanker removal from Ben-Gurion Airport

Israel Airports Authority warns airlines may have to cut service and cancel tens of thousands of tickets in early August as 33 American refueling planes occupy parking spaces also needed for civilian aircraft

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 07.14.26

We found bargain flights to Europe, with one catch

Foreign airlines’ return is beginning to lower fares, but High Holiday flights remain costly; flexible travelers who act fast can still find bargains

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 07.10.26

Direct flights from Israel to Morocco to resume after 3-year halt

Arkia says it will operate two weekly flights to Marrakesh starting August 24, with one-way fares from $329; Israeli passport holders must obtain a visa before travel

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 07.08.26

Europe lowers Israel flight warning, opening door for airlines to return

EASA removes Israel from its highest-risk conflict-zone bulletin and replaces it with a medium-risk regional note, shifting the decision back to airlines including Ryanair, easyJet and KLM

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 07.08.26

Mount Etna eruption disrupts Sicily flights for Israelis

Catania Airport temporarily closed as volcanic ash rose over eastern Sicily, forcing flight diversions to Palermo and delaying Israir passengers

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 07.07.26