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Fossils of previously unknown prehistoric human discovered in Israel

Researchers say remains likely came from hominin group closely related to Neanderthals and believe there are enough similarities to link group to other populations found in prior cave excavations in Israel dating back 400,000 years

Associated Press , 21:56 , 06.24.21

With Israelis 'trapped' in country, local hotels raise rates

Reluctant to endure the lengthy quarantine involved choosing cheaper options abroad, Israelis with unvaccinated children find themselves looking for domestic vacation spots, giving hotels and bed and breakfasts carte blanche to increase their prices by as much as 20%

Tara Kavaler/The Media Line , 09:18 , 06.19.21

Israelis left fuming as Ryanair changes flight timeframes

Yaniv and Or say they booked a flight to Corfu in July, but the low-cost airline suddenly delayed the flight's takeoff and landing hours, cutting their vacation short and failing to offer any other alternative outside of refund

Shiri Hadar , 15:31 , 06.17.21

Doctor saves stricken fellow passenger’s life on Dubai flight

Dr. Saeed noticed the passenger was apparently suffering from a stroke and rushed to her aid, telling the captain the plane must turn around and return to Tel Aviv; she was in stable condition upon landing and was taken to hospital

Daniel Salami , 12:50 , 06.17.21

Israeli carrier Israir to start flights to Morocco next month

Airline says six-hour non-stop flights between Tel Aviv and Marrakesh would begin on July 19, operate five times a week; move comes six months after two countries agreed to resume diplomatic ties and relaunch direct air travel

Reuters, Ynet , 15:01 , 06.01.21

2,000-year-old basilica, largest in Israel, unearthed in Ashkelon

Massive marble structure, which boasts a large theater and elaborate decorations, dates back to the Roman period and is believed to have been constructed by Herod the Great

TPS, Ynet , 22:15 , 05.31.21

First foreign tourists in more than a year land in Israel

Following successful vaccination campaign, inoculated groups of up to 30 people can enter the country, with Tourism Ministry hoping to allow individuals as soon as July

Reuters , 20:31 , 05.27.21

A tough sell: In Dubai amid clash, Israel promotes tourism

Despite cross-border violence between Israel and Gaza, it's business as usual for one tourism official in Dubai as she promotes the Jewish state as a must-see destination for Muslim visitors

Associated Press , 13:53 , 05.17.21

British Airways becomes latest airline to cancel flights to Tel Aviv

The British flag carrier joins United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines in suspending flights to Israel in wake of fighting in Gaza; easyJet still not cancelling flights but 'monitoring situation'

Reuters, Ynet , 11:59 , 05.13.21

U.S. airlines cancel flights to Tel Aviv amid escalating conflict

United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and American Airlines issue travel waivers for a host of flights to Ben Gurion Airport after Hamas claimed it had fired rockets at Israel's only port of entry; United spokeswoman says company will 'monitor the situation

Reuters , 22:48 , 05.12.21

EU countries agree to open up to Israeli tourists

As European bloc moves to ease blanket ban on non-essential travel from foreign countries in attempt to salvage summer tourism, Jewish state joins handful of countries whose citizens will be allowed to visit for leisure

Reuters , 13:42 , 05.06.21

In first, good-luck Roman-era bronze lamp uncovered in Jerusalem

Israel Antiquities Authority archeologists say it is possible the artifact was buried at the foundations of a structure built on a pilgrimage road leading up to the Temple Mount, where it was found, as a ritual burial of an offering

TPS , 13:32 , 05.05.21

Israel okays hotel quarantine for 'dangerous countries' arrivals

According to new Health Ministry rules, those returning from Ukraine, Ethiopia, Brazil, South Africa, India, Mexico and Turkey will enter compulsory isolation upon their return even if they have been inoculated or recovered from COVID

Adir Yanko , 19:17 , 04.29.21

Health Ministry demands travel ban to 'dangerous', virus-hit countries

Ministry also demands stringent measures be imposed on those returning from India, Ukraine, Ethiopia, Brazil, South Africa, Turkey and Mexico, including mandatory quarantine in state-run hotels in an effort to avoid entry of new variants

Adir Yanko , 15:39 , 04.27.21

U.S. eases Israel travel advisory days after raising it

State Department move to place Israel into Level 3 category comes a week after the country was placed on 'Do Not Travel' list along with states with high COVID infection rates, despite the Jewish state recording world's fastest vaccination drive

Reuters, Ynet , 09:32 , 04.27.21

Dig reveals 1,600-year-old colorful mosaic in central Israel

Excavation workers stumble upon what is believed to be site of Byzantine-era industrial complex; find was in remarkably well preserved condition, will be restored using ancient methods and placed in plaza near Yavne cultural center

TPS , 15:58 , 04.26.21

Health Ministry refuses to ban India flights despite medical advice

Sources tell Ynet the ministry has been advised to halt arrival of foreign nationals, including students and workers, from India over outbreak of new COVID strain in the country; virus response chief calls Ben Gurion Airport 'our Achilles' heel'

Adir Yanko, Alexandra Lukash , 13:54 , 04.26.21

Discover the hidden gems of Israel's desert capital

From historic gardens to WWI monuments, Be'er Sheva is renovating its tourist spots, shedding new light on the long history of this city in the south that played an often unrecognized yet crucial role in the creation of the state

Uri Sharon , 12:36 , 04.26.21

Israel targets tourism boost after rapid COVID-19 vaccine roll-out

With half its population already inoculated against COVID, Israel prepares to open its gates for vaccinated tourists in bid to become among first to revive tourism industry post-pandemic

Reuters , 17:30 , 04.22.21

Israel to issue travel warnings for 8 virus-hit countries

Sources say Health Ministry also expected to impose compulsory isolation for foreigners arriving in Israel from the countries on the list, which include India and Mexico; measure set to be taken to prevent arrival of new vaccine-resistant variants

Nadav Eyal, Adir Yanko , 19:59 , 04.21.21

Israel, Britain mull 'green travel corridor' after vaccine success

Foreign Ministry says Ashkenazi discussed 'mutual recognition of vaccines' with British Cabinet Office Minister Michael Gove, who is currently on an official visit to Israel; no timeline for implementing such a measure has been provided

Reuters , 13:57 , 04.20.21

Israel to welcome vaccinated foreign visitors from May 23

Tourists will initially only be allowed to enter in organized groups, also required to undergo two PCR coronavirus tests - one before boarding and another upon arrival in Israel - as well as serological test at Ben-Gurion Airport

Adir Yanko, Reuters , 15:25 , 04.13.21

Abu Dhabi's Etihad starts direct passenger flights to Israel

Airline will initially offer two weekly flights between Tel Aviv and Abu Dhabi; Israelis traveling to the Emirati capital will be exempt from coronavirus quarantine

Reuters , 17:13 , 04.06.21

Abraham Accords opens door for Muslim tourism to Israel

Tourism Ministry says visitors will want to see the spiritual sites but local tour companies believe they will also seek to experience a Middle Eastern country that has none of the restrictions of the Arab world - and may even hit the beaches too

Daniel Sonnenfeld/The Media Line , 09:10 , 04.03.21

Graffiti or homage? Hi-tech imaging sheds light on Holy Sepulchre wall crosses

Researchers investigating site believed to be location of Jesus's crucifixion and burial, find thousands of close-bunched and hand-engraved markings, which they estimate served as a transactional tool between pilgrims and local priests

Reuters , 16:31 , 03.31.21