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Israel’s lost tourism summer: Jewish groups abroad cancel trips in droves

Taglit hoped to bring 20,000 young participants and the Maccabiah expected about 10,000 athletes and relatives, but war fears, travel warnings and limited flights are expected to cut arrivals by more than half

Navit Zomer | 06.03.26

10 times larger than a cruise ship: The floating city planned for 80,000 people

Nearly 30 years after it was first proposed, Freedom Ship is again drawing global attention with plans for schools, a hospital, parks and homes at sea, though the $15 billion project still lacks the funding needed to begin construction

Asaf Rozen | 06.02.26

'Everything is fine': Noam Bettan hits wrong note with ankle sprain after Eurovision high

Eurovision runner-up took 'break a leg' a little too seriously; Bettan posted a photo on crutches but reassured fans: 'Next week we’re back in full force for performances'

Yaara Zamir | 05.28.26

From $99 one-way to 60% off: new flight deals to Europe and Mediterranean

Israir launched a 10-day sale on discounted flights and vacation packages, while Greek airline Sky Express announced steep discounts across its route network

Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 05.25.26

‘If you oppose your government’s policy, you’re welcome’: host asks guest to state Israel stance

An Israeli woman says a Tuscany host on Booking.com asked her to state her views on Israel’s policies and offered free cancellation if she disagreed, prompting her to cancel the trip and file a complaint alleging political discrimination

Alexandra Lukash | 05.25.26

Luxury Sea of Galilee resort to open in 3 years after $173 million investment

The Amnon Bay resort will include 200 suites with private pools, restaurants and commercial space on the northern shore of the Sea of Galilee, with Isrotel set to operate the hotel

Navit Zomer | 05.24.26

Travel slows aging? New study reveals surprising health benefits

New research suggests travel can boost immunity, reduce stress and keep brain active; from physical activity to new experiences, experts say well-planned trips may help slow some effects of aging — but benefits depend on safe and positive travel

ynet | 05.12.26

זה לא נדמה לכם, חופשות באמת מגבירות את החשק

What makes vacation so good for intimacy

From hotel balconies to beaches, travel strips away stress and routine, reigniting desire; experts say novelty, dopamine and emotional freedom recreate early relationship chemistry, making intimacy stronger, bolder and far more frequent

Roy Elman | 04.13.26

Road trip in the sky: this Israeli flight instructor takes her getaways in a small plane

From fuel stops in the Bahamas to landings in remote corners of America, for Nir Levy, vacations start not at the terminal but in the cockpit, as the Israeli flight instructor turns a four-seat plane into a passport to adventure

Assaf Kamar | 04.08.26

Leave the swimsuit at home: the world’s top 10 nude beaches, from Miami to the Dead Sea

From a full-fledged naturist village to a secluded bay reached by 500 steps and a hidden beach beyond an abandoned tunnel, these are the 10 best nude beaches for 2026 — from California and Miami to quiet Mediterranean shores near Israel

Roy Elman | 04.02.26

Passover 2026: last-minute destinations still open to Israelis

Flight disruptions and security concerns are driving Israelis toward nearby, flexible getaways this holiday, with Cyprus and select European cities still offering bookable family breaks

Yifat Hen Manor | 03.30.26

Desert oasis escape: inside the serene Moa Living retreat in the Arava

In the heart of the Arava, Moa Living offers a carefully curated desert wellness retreat with a slower pace and prices starting at NIS 1,400 per night — delivering calm that lingers beyond the stay

Assaf Kamar | 02.26.26

שנה על אי שקט? אתם מוזמנים להגיש מועמדות

Win your own private island for a year in bold new global contest

New Swedish tourism campaign will name 5 global winners as ‘island custodians’ for 12 months, offering free use of remote islands to promote quiet, simplicity and deeper connection to nature

Roy Elman | 02.22.26

Sailing with the 1%: A glimpse aboard the new superyacht cruise for the global elite

With just 95 suites, a one-to-one crew-to-guest ratio and a midship deck that opens directly onto the sea, Four Seasons launches its first floating hotel, crowned by a four-level mega-suite priced like a small apartment and set to debut in the Mediterranean soon

Roy Elman | 02.16.26

Planning a Disney World trip? Simple tips to make your vacation magical and avoid costly mistakes

A Disney World vacation in Orlando can be an unforgettable treat for kids or an expensive nightmare for parents: this guide offers practical tips to help you get it right

Levia Koren | 02.06.26