Travel
החלון המנופץ לאחר הנחיתה
'If we die, we die together': Ryanair passenger’s wife recalls fight to save him
Days after the rare aviation incident, Svetlana Grkovic says she held her husband’s legs for long minutes after a window shattered at 20,000 feet, and is searching for the stranger who helped her save him
Assaf Rosen | 14:45 | 07.14.26
מטוסים של צבא ארה"ב בנתב"ג
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 | 13:28 | 07.14.26
מיקונוס. טחנות הרוח המפורסמות הממוקמות סמוך לאזור "ונציה הקטנה"
Is Mykonos really that expensive? A practical guide to Greece’s glam island
The Cycladic island has a reputation for luxury prices, but with the right timing and choices, visitors can find excellent food, beaches, boat trips and hotels that offer real value
Yael Garty | 10:32 | 07.14.26
Birthday-themed playground has opened in Ma’alot-Tarshiha
Israel’s first birthday-themed playground turns celebrations into child’s play
New northern Israel park aims to make birthday parties easier for local families, offering reservable outdoor space, play equipment and themed installations as part of the city’s new sports complex
ynet Global | 06:50 | 07.14.26
"הזוג המשוגע" עושה את תאילנד
‘We said yes to every bad idea’: The Israeli couple’s wild Thailand trip
Content creators Ofek Edri and Neta Marko gave up the classic beach vacation for a month of strange choices in Thailand, from crocodile meat and a parking-lot haircut to a filthy hotel, tourist traps and a quieter side of Krabi that changed how they saw travel
Assaf Kamar | 21:37 | 07.11.26
קופי הגלדה באתיופיה
Beyond Safari: the rare wildlife making Ethiopia a photographer's dream
Award-winning Israeli nature photographer Amit Eshel keeps returning to Ethiopia's dramatic highlands, revealing one of the world's least appreciated wildlife treasures; from the endangered Ethiopian wolf, now known to pollinate flowers by drinking nectar-to the highly social gelada monkeys and the giant mole-rat that spends its life underground, Eshel offers a rare glimpse into one of the planet's last truly wild landscapes.
Yogev Israeli | 09:19 | 07.11.26
Legend of the Sea
I thought I knew cruise ships; Then I stepped aboard the world’s largest one
Aboard Royal Caribbean’s Legend of the Seas, the world’s largest cruise ship, we discovered a floating city with more than 40 dining venues, thrilling attractions, spectacular shows and one challenge: five days were not enough to experience it all
Ron Crissy | 19:41 | 07.10.26
מטוס ריאנאייר שבו התנתק חלון במהלך טיסה
Terror in the air: Passenger left hanging out plane window after it breaks midair
A Ryanair passenger was partially 'sucked' out of a Boeing 737-800 after a window shattered midair on a flight from Greece to Germany; Fellow passengers, including his wife, held him until he was pulled back inside
ynet Global | 18:39 | 07.10.26
The Cactus Deck VIP pool area features shaded seating, private cabanas and dedicated guest services
Private check-in, poolside cabanas: Israel’s vacation capital goes VIP
Dan Eilat hotel’s new GALA category covers 69 rooms and suites, adding poolside VIP entry, lounge and wellness access, and other perks
ynet Global | 13:41 | 07.10.26
העיירה הקסומה שמאיימת בקנסות כבדים
Bikini or shirtless? New fines at one of Europe’s dream destinations
Varenna, a small village on Italy’s Lake Como, says visitors can still wear swimwear on beaches and near boats, but not in its streets, shops or restaurants, as locals push back against overtourism and disruptive behavior
Roy Elman | 11:02 | 07.10.26
חוף קסיופי
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 | 09:13 | 07.10.26
פתאום כולם מדברים על המקום הזה
Israel’s latest nature hotspot? The tiny sulfur spring taking over social media
As the Sea of Galilee receded, Ein Gofra’s sulfur spring resurfaced and became a social media sensation; Spring blogger Hen Yosef visited the site, praising its charm while warning visitors not to expect a large-scale attraction
Assaf Kamar | 03:45 | 07.10.26
חוף לאס טרסיטאס, טנריף, האיים הקנריים, ספרד
Forget Santorini: The European islands ranked best for nature, food and sun
A new ranking by British travel company Saga names Europe's best islands based on weather, nature and dining; Spain and Croatia dominate the top 10, while famous Greek and Italian islands fail to make the overall list
Roy Elman | 18:39 | 07.08.26
תיירת בשפשאוון שמוכרת גם כ"עיר הכחולה"
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 | 17:25 | 07.08.26
מטוס בואינג 737 של חברת ריינאייר
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 | 16:15 | 07.08.26
ירושלים
Jerusalem named one of the world’s best cities for travelers
Travel + Leisure readers name Jerusalem the top city in Africa and the Middle East and seventh overall as Israel’s tourism industry struggles to recover
Asaf Rozen | 11:40 | 07.08.26
התפרצות הר הגעש אטנה בסיציליה
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 | 06:43 | 07.07.26
סופיה לי במהלך בתימן
She started traveling alone at 13. Now she is 9 countries from a world record
Sophia Lee, 20, has already visited 186 countries and needs only nine more to complete all 195 destinations recognized by Guinness World Records; if approved, she will become the youngest person ever to do it
Assaf Rosen | 13:56 | 07.06.26
משפיענית הכושר שהתאמנה בתוך המטוס
Fitness influencer turns airplane aisle into workout space | Watch
A viral video of Rosa.Adventures doing squats, stretches, headstands and flips during a commercial flight drew accusations of 'main character syndrome,' though she insists the crew and passengers had no problem with it
Assaf Rosen | 17:32 | 07.05.26
בינגסון ג'ון
Luxury hotel conman caught after decades-long fraud
India police arrested 69-year-old Bingson John after a 36-year scam in which he allegedly stayed at about 300 luxury hotels without paying, posing as a guide or teacher and fleeing before checkout
Assaf Rosen | 15:37 | 07.05.26
רחוב הקניות סאנן-זקה בקיוטו, שלאורכו בתי מאצ'ייה מסורתיים, עמוס במבקרים
Japan without the filter: The blogger who says the hype went too far
Travel blogger Orit Yalon-Shoshan expected the world’s most amazing destination, but a long family trip exposed endless lines, packed stores, tiny hotels and a gap between viral videos and life on the streets of Tokyo and Kyoto
Assaf Kamar | 05:57 | 07.05.26
המופע הלילי באולמות האבירים בעכו
Ancient Acre fortress comes alive in new nighttime spectacle
After a $4.5 million investment, Old Acre’s Knights’ Halls are launching a 35-minute video-mapping show tracing the city’s history from the Hellenistic period to modern Israel, in a bid to bring visitors back north and help struggling local businesses
Yair Kraus | 01:18 | 07.04.26
גורדוניה זכרון יעקב
'Are you in Greece?' Inside Israel’s buzzy new luxury resort
Gordonia Zichron Yaakov overlooks the Mediterranean from the Carmel slopes, with an adults-focused atmosphere, all-day wine and snacks, photogenic infinity pools and prices that start at nearly 3,000 shekels ($830) a night
Assaf Rosen | 12:20 | 07.02.26
דירוג הדרכונים החזקים בעולם
Sweden tops new passport 2026 ranking, while Israel falls far from the elite
Israel’s passport still offers visa-free access to many destinations, but a broader Global Citizen Solutions index that also weighs quality of life and economic appeal ranks it only 55th
Roy Elman | 10:56 | 07.02.26
חובבי הצילומים יאהבו
‘Full of tourist traps’: Israeli traveler questions Vietnam’s most hyped mountain town
Travel blogger Yonatan Herskowitz says Sapa’s rice terraces and mountain views lived up to the hype, but the promised encounter with local culture felt staged, commercialized and built around tourists
Assaf Kamar | 09:29 | 07.02.26
חוף ים בקופנגן
'Those who want kiddush can go to Chabad': first 'secular house' opens in Thailand
Free Seculars movement will launch what it calls the world’s first 'secular house' next week, offering Friday dinners, Israeli music, community gatherings and Jewish-secular identity programming for travelers and Israelis living on Koh Phangan
Alexandra Lukash | 18:15 | 07.01.26
הדמיית כלי הטיס ההיפרסוני INVICTUS
London–Sydney in 3 hours? Europe’s hypersonic jet raises big questions
The European Space Agency is advancing the INVICTUS hypersonic program, aiming to test technologies that could one day enable aircraft flying at more than five times the speed of sound, but commercial passenger travel remains far off
Assaf Rosen | 02:58 | 07.01.26
Airbus A320
Fighter jets scrambled after Israel-bound flight reports hijacking
The Electra Airways Airbus A320, operating for LOT from Warsaw to Israel, circled near Cyprus and turned back after the pilot reportedly triggered a hijacking alert, then withdrew it; IDF says contact was restored and there is no security concern
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 16:43 | 06.30.26
Edda Elisa
'You're naked': Lufthansa boarding dispute sparks viral debate over airline dress codes
German fitness influencer Edda Elisa says Lufthansa staff stopped her from boarding in a sports bra and leggings, requiring her to wear and fully zip a sweatshirt; The viral video has reignited debate over airline dress codes and crew discretion
Asaf Rozen | 13:49 | 06.29.26
ה-Orient Express Corinthian
220 meters, 54 suites, 110 guests: Inside the world’s largest sailing yacht
Orient Express has unveiled the world's largest sailing yacht, with just 54 suites, personal butlers and a hidden bar, as it bets the world's wealthiest now value exclusive, one-of-a-kind experiences over more luxury goods
Assaf Rosen, Reuters | 12:02 | 06.29.26
אופל, חוצה את דרום אמריקה מלגונה ללגונה
'Every frozen lagoon, I jump in': Israeli traveler seeking adventures in places most tourists never reach
Opal Seror, 22, prefers remote trails to tourist sites, hitchhikes, swims in frozen lagoons and seeks places few travelers reach; in Chile, she got lost in the mountains after dark; 'It was the closest I’ve been to death,' she says
Assaf Kamar | 00:06 | 06.29.26
מטוס של חברת קונדור
Exotic destination, colorful planes: Air Seychelles, Condor head back to Israel
The airline will restart weekly flights between Tel Aviv and Mahé on August 20 after extending cancellations over security concerns, while Germany’s Condor says it is preparing to restore Frankfurt-Tel Aviv service later in the month
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 16:35 | 06.28.26
הטבע במלוא תפארתו
16 days of cold, ice and fear: the climb that pushed me to the edge of survival
Six months of intense training, including thousands of stairs, tire dragging on the beach, and an Alpine prep camp, prepared Shay Lachowitzer for Denali, North America’s highest peak, but when 5 climbers died, he was forced into a critical decision
Shay Lachowitzer | 15:23 | 06.26.26
מטוסים אמריקניים בנתב"ג
US jets exit Ben Gurion, ending summer flight disruption scare
Agreement to relocate dozens of US military aircraft from Ben Gurion Airport removes remaining threat to more than 200,000 airline tickets after earlier fears of mass cancellations
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 11:35 | 06.26.26
The Eighth Note exhibition at Beit Guvrin National Park
What happens when a cave starts singing?
Ehud Banai and Ronen Tanhum’s 'The Eighth Sound' transforms Beit Guvrin’s Bell Caves into an immersive journey of music, AI-driven video art, memory and birth
ynet Global | 09:36 | 06.26.26
Neil Chorgin moved to Israel from Maryland 40 years ago and 15 years ago he opened Beertzinut, a boutique craft brewery at Kibbutz Ketura
Desert magic: the dreamers and doers of the Southern Arava
In Israel’s Southern Arava, newcomers who left cities and abroad are building a desert culture of food, ecology and craft — turning a once-transit region into a destination shaped by community, creativity and quiet desert life
ynet Global | 06:49 | 06.26.26
דרימליינר של איתיחאד איירוויז, היום בנתב"ג
Seven costly mistakes that can ruin your vacation
Travel experts warn that overlooked travel details, from transit visa rules and medication storage to Wi-Fi security and rental car fine print, can cause costly disruptions, cancellations and preventable travel mishaps
ynet Global | 04:52 | 06.26.26
ארכיון מטוס לוגו אל על
EL AL suspends Tel Aviv–Moscow flights amid Ukraine-Russia escalation
Airline says service will remain suspended for days pending reassessment next week, as renewed drone strikes and deepening conflict raise security concerns over the route
Reuters | 12:24 | 06.25.26
מים צלולים בחוף באי מיניקוי
Up for an 18-hour journey? This is officially the world’s quietest beach
New global ranking highlights remote escapes for travelers seeking peace, with the top spot going to a secluded island in India’s Lakshadweep archipelago, reachable only by an 18-hour boat journey and limited by strict permits
ynet | 08:56 | 06.24.26
בקרוב: התחלה של תחרות אל היעד הפופולרי
Even short-haul flights aren’t cheap: holiday airfares climb across popular destinations
A review found that High Holiday airfares have surged, with a family of four paying thousands of dollars even for nearby destinations such as Cyprus, Rome and Budapest. Flights to New York and Thailand can cost as much as 12,000 dollars, though some vacation packages are cheaper than airfare alone
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 06:26 | 06.23.26
ההיערכות לטיסות האולטרה ארוכות עולה שלב
How the world’s longest flight will look: wellness zones and sunrise-simulating lights
The Australian airline reveals details of its ultra-long-haul A350 flights, featuring wellness areas, circadian lighting and timed meals as it prepares to launch one of the world’s longest direct routes in 2027
Reuters | 15:31 | 06.22.26
מטוס איירבוס A321 Neo LR של ארקיע
Rats found in Arkia service cart on flight from Israel to Greece
Arkia and catering company Tamam trade blame after rat pups were discovered in a service trolley loaded onto a Greece-bound flight from Israel, prompting an internal investigation
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 12:56 | 06.22.26
בלאנש מונטמרד
Icelandair wanted the world’s worst photographer; 127,000 applied
Blurry shots, thumbs over the lens and hopelessly missed frames were exactly what Icelandair wanted for its ‘Real Unreal’ campaign; French winner Blanche Mortemard will receive $50,000 and a 10-day trip to prove Iceland needs no filters
Roy Elman | 07:28 | 06.22.26
מטוס ישראייר מתקבל בטקס הסלנה בנתב"ג
Israir’s first wide-body jet lands in Israel ahead of New York launch
The first of two Airbus A330 aircraft purchased by Israir landed at Ben Gurion Airport, with direct flights to New York expected to begin in early August; the planes will first operate on European routes in July
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 10:23 | 06.21.26
אוטובוס בכרם
The Negev’s quirkiest getaway: a bus, a plunge pool and total silence
In the Negev Highlands, an old bus hidden at the edge of a vineyard offers no room service, no staff and no cell signal, but its creators say that is exactly the point: solitude, silence and a rare chance to disconnect
Assaf Kamar | 20:25 | 06.19.26
קוסטה דל סול, דרום ספרד. חופים יפהפיים ושטופי שמש
Skip Greece this time: 6 unexpected vacation destinations worth discovering
These alternatives to the familiar Israeli travel circuit offer culture, nature, food, beaches and a quieter kind of escape
Tzvika Borg | 15:30 | 06.19.26
טרמינל 1, נתב"ג
Ben Gurion’s Terminal 1 to reopen as summer flight crunch looms
Airport officials say the added capacity will help ease passenger loads, but hundreds of thousands of tickets remain at risk because of aircraft parking shortages
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 20:18 | 06.17.26
חוף פראיה דה אטלנטה שבאי בואה ויסטה, כף ורדה
Beaches, volcanoes and 350 days of sunshine: meet Cape Verde, the World Cup's breakout team
Cape Verde’s World Cup surprise has put the Atlantic archipelago in the spotlight, with turquoise beaches, volcanic hikes, Afro-Portuguese culture and a relaxed island rhythm drawing new attention to the little-known destination
Roy Elman | 11:45 | 06.17.26
דיילת של חברת אמירייטס
Traveler favorite: Which airline has the best service in the world?
The 2026 APEX airline awards, based on passenger ratings from more than 1 million flights, names Korean Air, Emirates, Qatar Airways, EVA Air and Delta among global winners; no Israeli airline made the list
Asaf Rozen | 20:15 | 06.16.26
דרך התנ"ך
‘The Biblical Highway’: Israel moves to turn a biblical highway into a global tourism brand
Government-backed plan would turn the north-south route, which passes through Jerusalem, Hebron, Bethlehem and other biblical and historical sites, into a tourism corridor with visitor centers, multilingual signs and international marketing
Gilad Cohen | 19:26 | 06.16.26
מטוסים אמריקניים בנתב"ג
Ben Gurion flight crisis eases as US aircraft may leave, but cancellations still loom
Israel Airports Authority says progress on removing some American refueling and transport planes from Ben Gurion Airport has reduced the risk from 2.4 million affected tickets to hundreds of thousands, but warns more aircraft must leave
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 09:14 | 06.16.26
מטוסים אמריקניים בנתב"ג
Will 2.4 million tickets be canceled? Ben Gurion flight crisis explained
The Israel Airports Authority is expected to notify airlines to prepare for possible summer and High Holiday flight cuts unless a last-minute solution is found to a parking shortage caused by dozens of US transport and refueling aircraft stationed in Israel
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 18:20 | 06.15.26
דרימליינר של אל על
El Al signs Starlink deal to offer free in-flight Wi-Fi from 2027
The airline says Elon Musk’s satellite internet system will allow passengers to browse, stream and work remotely during flights, though the company has not yet said which aircraft will receive the service first
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 15:31 | 06.15.26
מלון Wonder בבודפשט
Sleep in history, live like a local: inside Budapest’s new Wonder hotel
Opened in February on the edge of Budapest’s Jewish Quarter, Wonder combines guest rooms with an Italian restaurant, cocktail bar, spa and cultural salon designed to draw locals as well as travelers
Kim Gluzman | 01:40 | 06.15.26
בנימין נתניהו ומירי רגב
Transportation minister warns: Israel faces summer travel chaos as US aircraft hog airport capacity
Transport Minister Miri Regev warns the prime minister in a letter that failure to move US refueling aircraft from Ben Gurion and Ramon airports by Tuesday could trigger cancellation of over 2.4 million summer and holiday tickets and cause billions in damage
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 13:47 | 06.14.26
דיילת
Delta passenger allegedly slapped flight attendant, faces up to 20 years in prison
Court documents say the 32-year-old passenger struck a Delta flight attendant on the backside after she passed him during drink service because she believed he was asleep; the flight was diverted to Atlanta, where he was arrested
Assaf Rosen | 12:00 | 06.14.26
המלון של שרשת בראון תקים בנתב"ג
Ben Gurion Airport moves closer to first hotel
Brown Hotels’ planned 260-room luxury property near Terminal 3 will feature a pool, spa, conference center and rooftop overlooking Israel’s main airport
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 14:43 | 06.12.26
מטוסים של צבא ארה"ב בנתב"ג
US cargo planes at Ben Gurion Airport put 2.4 million summer flight tickets at risk
Airports Authority CEO Sharon Kedmi warns airlines may soon be told to cancel summer and High Holiday flights unless US aircraft vacate parking stands, saying one in four passengers could be affected
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger | 20:54 | 06.11.26
כך ייראה המלון הראשון בקריות
Haifa Bay suburbs to welcome first hotel
Park Eden will bring 100 rooms, a rooftop pool, spa and business floor to Kiryat Motzkin, with completion expected in 2029
Navit Zomer | 12:23 | 06.11.26
תיירת בחורה משפיענית רשת חופשה
Influencers face arrest risk as Bali tightens rules on unpaid partnerships
Bali is tightening enforcement, warning influencers that unpaid collaborations with hotels and attractions may be treated as illegal work under tourist visas; Hotels and businesses hosting influencers are also under scrutiny as crackdowns expand
Roy Elman | 04:19 | 06.11.26
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