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חוף עמוס בתיירים באיביזה. למקומיים מתחיל להימאס

‘Everywhere you look, tourists’: Ibiza locals protest overtourism

Young residents say soaring rents, strained infrastructure and mass tourism are pushing locals out, warning that ‘the island is no longer for them’

Asaf Rosen | 09.01.26

Thailand cuts visa-free stays for Israelis to 30 days

The new rules take effect Sept. 15, halving the current 60-day stay; travelers entering earlier keep the period granted on arrival, while 30-day extensions will remain possible

Itamar Eichner | 09.01.26

Israelis top Cyprus tourist spending at 174 euros a day

Israeli visitors stayed just 3.9 days on average in June, but spent more per day than any other group in the data; by July, they made up one in five tourists on the island

Asaf Rosen | 09.01.26

‘This is hell’: Crete’s picture-perfect Balos Beach goes viral for all the wrong reasons

Footage viewed more than 940,000 times shows tourists packed around the famous lagoon at peak season, as local authorities weigh reservations and visitor limits to protect one of western Crete’s most fragile natural attractions

Asaf Rosen | 08.31.26

Haifa unveils ambitious $1 billion waterfront ‘Strip’ with arena, hotels and moving walkway

The proposed redevelopment would expand Haifa’s southern gateway to 130 dunams, add 191,000 square meters of construction, 750 hotel rooms and a 10,000-seat arena, but financing and approvals remain major obstacles

Assi Haim | 08.26.26

טיול אמור להיות כיף, אבל לפעמים זה מה שקורה

Why great friends can make terrible travel partners, and 9 other vacation mistakes

Even seasoned travelers overload itineraries, trust social media too much or book hotels without checking the location; here are 10 common mistakes that can spoil a trip and how to avoid them

Asaf Rosen | 08.26.26

Thailand threatens visa revocations as Israeli tourists face fresh scrutiny

Thailand is stepping up scrutiny of foreign tourists, with Israelis named in several local reports; after complaints and incidents in Phuket and Koh Samui, the tourism minister warned that lawbreakers could face visa revocation and deportation

Itamar Eichner | 08.25.26

Israel revives China tourism push with first influencer event in three years

Chengdu gathering brings Chinese media and creators together as Israel seeks to rebuild tourism ties ahead of 35 years of diplomatic relations in 2027

ynet Global | 08.24.26

From landing applause to mile-high sex: Travel’s strangest habits

Georgians clap most after landing, cruise lines battle rubber-duck and mattress trends, while surveys reveal travelers’ strangest rituals

Shahar Ilan, Calcalist | 08.22.26

A favorite among American tourists; Scotland

Europe’s heat is fueling a ‘coolcation’ boom, and Scotland is cashing in

Flight bookings to Scotland are up 15% as travelers seek cooler weather, while heat waves reshape tourism across Europe

Roy Elman | 08.19.26

ריטה בדראן, סטודנטית לרפואת שיניים ומדריכת תיירים בסוריה

Syria becomes a destination for cheap dental care, attracting expats and Jewish visitors

Syria has become a hub for affordable dental tourism, attracting returning Syrian expatriates, including Jews, after years when clinics mainly served Iranian and Iraqi Shiites under Assad’s rule; 'A Hollywood smile' can cost less than $1,000

Lior Ben Ari | 08.07.26

Jerusalem outranks Tel Aviv in global tourism ranking

Jerusalem placed 48th among 200 cities and reached the global top 10 for culture and history, while Tel Aviv ranked 120th overall and near the bottom for visitor experience

Asaf Rosen | 08.04.26

Israel launches AI travel-tech network to boost tourism

Tourism Ministry’s NIS 1 million Travel Innovation IL initiative will connect startups, investors, tourism companies, government agencies and academia to develop AI tools, improve visitor experiences and strengthen the industry’s competitiveness

ynet Global | 07.18.26

Paradise by reservation: Sardinia’s beaches tighten access rules

Daily visitor caps, entrance fees, QR codes and umbrella restrictions are reshaping vacations on the Italian island as authorities try to curb overcrowding and protect its fragile white-sand beaches

Asaf Rosen | 07.18.26

המסעדה ממנה תיירת ישראלית סולקה במרכז אתונה רק בגלל שציינה שהיא מישראל

Israeli tourist says Athens restaurant refused service over nationality: ‘I was humiliated’

A worker allegedly removed the hookah from Anna Doshin’s table after she said she was from Israel; ‘I was scared because I was there alone, and I’m a woman,’ she told ynet

Itamar Eichner | 07.16.26