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Sky-high party: Dubai luxury hotel chain launches private party jet

For the affordable price of just $14,000 per hour, you and your friends can also rent FIVE Hotels and Resorts’ Airbus A220 for a celestial celebration

Daniel Salami | 00:16 | 06.08.23

Aquatic wonderland: Israel's largest marine nature reserve opens to visitors

Rosh Hanikra-Achziv Marine Reserve, with an impressive 100,062 dunams, is the first and only tourist marine nature reserve on the Israeli Mediterranean coast, featuring authorized snorkeling, diving clubs and four bathing beaches, as well as a wide array of unique flora and fauna under and over the water

Gilad Carmeli | 18:40 | 06.06.23

The theater of dreams: Luxury hospitality in Jerusalem

With great food and top-notch amenities, the Theatron Hotel in the capital's Talbiya neighborhood is an ideal getaway spot in a prime tourist location for those who can afford it

Ilan Levinsohn | 04:07 | 06.05.23

New Zealand airline now weighing passengers, not just luggage

Country's national airline says carrying out census demanded by civil aviation authorities to calculate weight to optimize fuel consumption; claims outward appearances not relevant to census

Daniel Salami | 15:19 | 05.30.23

Touch the past: Jerusalem museum goes interactive

The Tower of David Jerusalem Museum invests $50 million to launch interactive exhibits ranging from 3D models to interactive maps in hopes the museum will be able to draw in Israel's younger generation

Anat Lev-Adler | 14:25 | 05.30.23

The palatial early 20th-century house of Theodor Herzl opens to visitors

The house in the Hulda Forest was established in the heart of a farm that survived two world wars, riots, massacres, and even a locust plague – and yet it became a groundbreaking training center where hundreds of pioneers learned about farming and working the land

Gilad Carmeli | 08:41 | 05.26.23

Best locations to hike in water in Israel's nature

From north to south thousands of Israelis choose to celebrate Shavuot by hiking in nature reserves and dipping into ponds and lakes; Ynet reveals the best locations to enjoy the sun while cooling off

Gilad Carmeli | 17:53 | 05.25.23

Shavuot 2023: Attractions, events and activities guide

Visitors can experience the spirit of agriculture and taste some of the finest products, participate in art, marvel at science and sample wine all for the entire family and at affordable prices

Ynet | 17:36 | 05.23.23

Wizz Air nixes $16 flight to Poland citing mistake

Hungarian low-cost carrier blames malfunction in the reservation system miss-posted prices to Poalnd and Italy, promises customers a full refund

Daniel Salama | 17:28 | 05.21.23

Taiwan - an island of opportunity

Taiwan and its people are so similar to us - a small and isolated island under acute security threat, a beacon of liberal democracy and an economic powerhouse; In recent years, a system of informal relations has been developing between the countries and the Taiwanese are more than happy to cooperate with the Israeli economy; 'Freedom and democracy are important to both nations,' say government representatives in Taipei

Alon Goldstein, Taipei | 00:32 | 05.21.23

Zeeland, Holland: Gastronomy, canals and a Jewish haven

Holland’s Zeeland Province is an epicurean delight for lovers of bounty from the sea – but it also offers a lot more to enchant the visitor

Buzzy Gordon | 12:35 | 05.18.23

Inside the serene sanctuary of Acre’s rare Bahá'í prayer gathering

Thousands of followers of the Bahá'í faith arrive in Israel for a special event occurring once every five years, allowing a closer look inside the magnificent gardens and the religion's guiding principles

Yair Kraus | 22:41 | 05.16.23

No such thing as free luggage: Arkia, Israir will charge for trolley bags

Starting this summer, passengers who want to board an international flight with a trolley bag will have to pay an extra $10 to $20; Arkia CEO tells Ynet Radio why

Daniel Salami | 13:37 | 05.16.23

Sinai's 'White Lotus' overwhelms senses into submission

Stepping into the world of opulence at the Four Seasons resort in Sharm el-Sheikh presents an experience similar to the TV drama's backdrop, without the murders and drama

Asaf Rozen | 14:58 | 05.15.23

Direct flights to Cyprus from Haifa starting in June

In first international route from Haifa Airport since 2019, Israeli airlines will operate three daily flights to Cyprus starting in June and continuing through September and the High Holy Days

Daniel Salami | 11:00 | 05.15.23

Vilnius celebrates 700 years: a journey from Jewish nostalgia to chic modernity

Fly in a hot air balloon above breathtaking landscapes, wander through picturesque alleys and streets, sit in cafés, bars, and high-quality restaurants, absorb culture in museums, and explore historic buildings; For three days, we immersed ourselves in the capital of Lithuania on land and in the air, and came back hungry for more

Rina Drigov | 19:41 | 05.14.23

National hiking trail extends to Mount Hermon

Gilad Carmeli | 13:07 | 05.14.23

Unlocking London's treasures: A comprehensive tourist's guide

London is home to many hidden gems that are often overlooked by tourists; So, if you happen to be in the British capital for King Charles' coronation or any other reason, make sure not to miss the opportunity to explore these locations

Ofir Hauzman | 08:49 | 05.05.23

This is the incredible Norwegian hotel from 'Succession'

Get to know the Juvet Landscape Hotel, located in the heart of a Norway forest, where the Roy brothers came to close deals and promote intrigue and conspiracies. We checked out its luxury rooms that make you feel like a real heir

Asaf Rosen | 15:57 | 05.03.23

From 399$: El Al starts ticket sales as India flights to resume in October

After three-year hiatus, Israeli flag carrier to reopen popular flight route passing through Saudi corridor; On the agenda - four weekly flights to Mumbai and two weekly flights to New Delhi

Daniel Salami | 19:09 | 05.01.23

Israel's best picnic spots for the ultimate barbecue

From the blooming north to the hidden valleys of the south, here are the best places to have a cookout traveling alone, or with family and friends

Gilad Carmeli | 09:02 | 04.29.23

Life on the go: How this Israeli family found freedom in endless travel

While COVID ran rampant, Efrat and Arik Rozental packed up their previous lives and three children in favor of a nomadic lifestyle in the Far East; Their adventures on Thailand's beaches caught on, inspiring hundreds of families to follow in their footsteps

Tal Giladi, Etti Abramov | 09:11 | 04.28.23

A man holding Indonesian flag with his mouth, reaches for the prizes on top of a greased pole during "Panjat Pinang" competition in celebrating country's 77th Independence Day, in Jakarta, Indonesia

How independence is celebrated in other parts of the world

While Israelis enjoy BBQs and the outdoors, around the world customs include kite flying, setting sea turtles free or climbing oiled poles to reach a prize

Siman Ovadia | 21:50 | 04.26.23

From backpacks to trailblazers: A visual history of hiking in Israel

Aging black and white photos remind us that Israel's travel culture has greatly evolved throughout the years - with few people and lots of nature, hikers could pitch a tent wherever and whenever they desired; today, nature has become accessible to almost everyone, which has taken a toll on the purity and serenity of the experience

Gilad Carmeli | 14:56 | 04.20.23

Transparency report reveals Tripadvisor's struggle with fake reviews

Report claims out of the millions of reviews submitted, many were identified as fraudulent but the company says over 70% of fake reviews are detected ahead of time

Asaf Rosen | 00:10 | 04.14.23

Hello Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch: Top 5 vacation spots with the most bizarre names

Send a postcard from the charming Welsh town with the never-ending name, or enjoy a lovely stroll through Greece’s Drama or Japan’s Obama; Booking.com lists the holiday destinations whose names will leave your friends scratching their heads

Iris Lifshitz Klieger | 13:01 | 04.02.23

יום עצמאות העצמאות 74 מדינה מדינת ישראל דגל מגן דוד מטס מטוסים מטוס חיל האוויר

Nigeria's Air Peace to start nonstop Israel flights in April

Agreement will allow carriers from both countries operate flights between Tel Aviv and cities in Nigeria, like Lagos and Abuja

Reuters | 16:46 | 03.27.23

Amid Israel's airport strike, a guide to passengers

Courts likely to rule that flight delays and cancellations due to general strike called in protest of government's judicial overhaul, constitute circumstances beyond airline's control, excusing them from compensating passengers; Israelis stranded abroad should immediately contact airlines or travel agents

Ehud Fai, attorney, Iris Lifshitz Klieger | 15:51 | 03.27.23

Tourists canceling trips to Israel amid judicial reform tumult

'The ceaseless images broadcast from Israel are seeping into the world's consciousness,' says tourism union chief as he warns cancellation phenomenon 'currently on the fringes' but could spread

Iris Lifshitz Klieger | 23:41 | 03.26.23

Record number of passengers expected through Ben Gurion Airport during Passover

Israel Airport Authority anticipates some 1.1 million people to travel on more than 100 airlines to about 180 destinations although travel agencies say earlier expectations were higher

Navit Zomer | 22:44 | 03.23.23

Israelis reluctant to book vacations due to judicial overhaul turmoil

Tourism experts say seeing slowdown in bookings, and many Israelis put their annual Passover vacations on hold until the picture on policy and its implications becomes clearer

Iris Lifshitz Klieger | 21:48 | 03.21.23

Jerusalem among Time Magazine's best tourism spots for 2023

Mayor Moshe Lion says the municipality invested tremendous resources in the development and cultivation of the capital in recent years, as tourism received special attention to improving the experience

Ynet | 13:48 | 03.20.23

Jerusalem introduces double-decker sightseeing bus tours

The two-hour guided tour will pass through the Western Wall and the Old City, a Mount of Olives viewpoint, the Rehavia neighborhood, the Sacher Park, the Knesset, and Mount Herzl

Gilad Cohen | 13:06 | 03.14.23

The Dubrovnik Riviera: Game of Thrones, a Jewish gem and Marco Polo

The ancient walled city of Dubrovnik is already a leading international tourist destination, but its stunningly scenic environs – the Adriatic coast and islands – are also not to be missed. Nor, for the Jewish traveler, is its historic Sephardic synagogue

Buzzy Gordon | 11:53 | 03.06.23

In historic move, Oman opens air space to Israeli flights

Foreign Minister says 'historic decision' will shorten flight durations and allow for Israeli airlines to become more competitive inside the international market

i24NEWS | 14:28 | 02.23.23

המטוס של חברת ישראייר בהמראה לטיסת הבכורה לאיסטנבול

In first since 2007, Israeli airlines resume flights to Turkey

Israeli airliner departs for Istanbul for first time since companies from Jewish state banned from flight route after series of diplomatic fallouts

Daniel Salami, Roy Rubinstein | 14:53 | 02.16.23

Konnichiwa! Direct flights between Israel and Japan launching March 2

Israel flag carrier El-Al say they will operate the flights twice a week between Ben-Gurion International Airport and Narita International Airport, located 60 km east of Tokyo

Ynet | 13:40 | 02.12.23

Tourists gather in the Arab village of Ghajar, on the border with Lebanon, in northern Israel, Jan. 13, 2023

Long-isolated Israeli village on Lebanese border becomes tourist hotspot

With a well-educated populace, coffee shops, restaurants and a whole host of tourist attractions, the once-isolated enclave had its restrictions lifted by the IDF last September, turning it into a small tourist paradise friendly to all visitors regardless of belief

Hillel Kuttler/JTA | 15:17 | 01.26.23

Booking.com reveals Israel's most accommodating cities

According to one of world's largest online travel agencies, the northern city of Acres is Israel's most hospitable, followed by last year's winner Rosh Pina; small Golan Heights community of Had Ness clinches third spot

Asaf Rozen | 11:17 | 01.25.23

The Red Sea islands of Tiran (foreground) and Sanafir (background) are seen in the Strait of Tiran between Egypt's Sinai Peninsula and Saudi Arabia

Israelis could soon be able to visit Saudi islands of Tiran and Sanafir

Normalization between Saudi Arabia and Israel is still not a done deal, however sources say Crown Prince Bin Salman may condition progress in establishing bilateral relations on stronger American support for his country

i24NEWS | 15:32 | 01.24.23

Israeli hotel makes it to 'best in Middle East' list

The Jaffa, a Luxury Collection Hotel - a former 19th-century convent that was renovated but stayed true to its origins - was ranked 6th; first spot was taken by The Chedi Muscat, Oman's first modern minimalist hotel

Dennis Bihler | 15:52 | 01.23.23

El Al relaunches program to educate world about Israel

CEO Dina Ben-Tal Ganancia says the national flag carrier is restarting their 'Ambassadors' program in tandem with the pro-Israel nonprofit StandWithUs, after shutting it down at the start of the COVID pandemic

i24NEWS, Ynet | 13:29 | 01.20.23

Luxury resort brand 'Six Senses' to open urban hotel in Tel Aviv

Set be located on the Rothschild Street in the heart of Tel Aviv, the hotel guests will have access to a rooftop pool, spa, restaurant, as well as historic houses from the city's early days

Navit Zomer | 12:12 | 01.17.23

Israeli woman solves Greece's years-long crime mystery

Felice Ross tracks stolen earphones to locate missing luggage, leading police to arrest suspect who had evaded capture for 6 years; says the Greek authorities are welcome to give her a small island as a thank you

Tamar Shavak | 12:39 | 01.16.23

Hainan Airlines to relaunch direct Tel Aviv-Beijing flights

After a hiatus brought about by the surge of COVID-19 in early 2020, Chinese airliner adds route to existing flights to Shanghai; Delta to increase Tel Aviv-Atlanta flight frequency

Daniel Salami | 19:58 | 01.15.23

American Airlines drops Miami-Tel Aviv route

Opening to strong start in 2021, U.S. airline says will scrap transatlantic service effective March 24, 2023, and will continue to operate daily service to Tel Aviv from New York’s JFK airport

i24NEWS | 21:13 | 01.11.23

Israeli tourism bounces back in 2022 after pandemic, with 8.4 million departures on record

After two years of lockdowns and restrictions, millions of globetrotting travelers release pent-up wanderlust abord this year

Asaf Rosen | 16:14 | 01.08.23

More than 2.67 million foreign tourists entered Israel in 2022

The number of tourists who visited the country is up compared to 2020 and 2021, but is still lower than record high of 2019; amount of inbound tourism revenue for 2022 is estimated at more than $3.8 billion

i24NEWS | 14:00 | 01.05.23

A man uses his phone to take a 'selfie' photo with the Dome of the Rock shrine

Where are the Gulf Arab tourists? Israel’s hopes fall short

Expected flood of Gulf tourists to Israel has been little more than a trickle, and when Arab social media influencers do come to Jerusalem, Palestinians greet them with abuse

Associated Press | 11:57 | 01.03.23

Number 42 on the list has no culinary mentions

Top travel guide for food snubs Israel in favor of 'Palestine' on year-end list

Taste Atlas' Best Cuisines in the World catalog does not mention Israel, but ranks Palestine 42nd, raising concerns that political leanings might have played the role in the making of the list, which includes 95 countries

Gilad Meiri | 18:05 | 01.01.23

A depiction of the Dome of the Rock rests on a tower of zaatar at a spice stall in a market, Jerusalem's Old City, December 11, 2022

Jerusalem chef gives tourists a Palestinian taste of life in the Old City

Izzeldin Abdul Aziz Bukhari, founder of SacredCuisine, says exposing tourists to the local cuisine gives him 'a way to talk about Palestine and the culture of Palestine through the food'

Reuters | 13:06 | 12.27.22

Flooding pouring down on stranded tourists

Jordan's landmark Petra hit by mass flashfloods

The ancient Nabatean city, favored by Israeli visitors and is a World Heritage Site, sees flashfloods carrying rocks and debris, coming down from the adjacent mountains, prompting need to evacuate tourists

Gilad Meiri | 10:33 | 12.27.22

The exhibition at the Christian Information Center highlights the story of resurrection and sheds fresh light on the Church of the Holy Sepulcher

Jerusalem exhibition brings story of Jesus’ resurrection to life using VR

Christian Information Center uses latest technology to present the story of Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection, as well as the history of the Church of the Holy Sepulcher

The Media Line | 22:32 | 12.26.22

Tel Aviv's first ever hotel reopens after more than century

Newly renovated hotel first opened in 1913 hosted Ben Gurion and Einstein; will feature Joël Robuchon International restaurant and offer lucrative spa treatments

Iris Lipshitz-Kliger | 21:04 | 12.25.22

Christian tourism to Holy Land slowly recovers ahead of Christmas

Tourism Ministry estimations say tens of thousands of tourists are expected to visit major cities across Israel, including Nazareth, Bethlehem and Jerusalem, over the festive period

The Media Line | 18:57 | 12.23.22

UN names Israel's Kfar Kama one of 'Best Tourism Villages' of 2022

Northern village features on shortlist of best villages to visit around the world, offering unique peek into culture and heritage of Israel's Circassian minority

Gilad Carmeli | 19:49 | 12.20.22

Post-COVID, Israelis flock to Europe’s rebounding and thriving spas

European Spa Association (ESPA) holds annual congress this fall in Slovakia, in honor of the 100-year jubilee of the Slovak and Czech Republic Spa Association – both countries popular destinations for Israelis; Jewish visitors find places of special interest

Buzzy Gordon | 11:08 | 12.19.22

Although sometimes site of war, Gaza border area tantalizing photographers

Head of the Eshkol Regional Council describes living in the heart of this complex reality as '99% paradise and 1% hell' - 'the photographs reflect the balance between the two extremes that characterize life here'

Gilad Carmeli | 10:02 | 12.19.22

Israel to track tourist patterns via cellphone data to avoid congestion

New project, set to get underway in the coming months, is meant to shed more light onto Israel's most sought after attractions in order to develop more tourism hotspots in the future

The Media Line | 13:32 | 12.16.22

Palestinian vendors wait for clients next to the Christmas tree in Manger Square, adjacent to the Church of the Nativity, traditionally believed by Christians to be the birthplace of Jesus Christ, ahead of Christmas, in the West Bank city of Bethlehem, Monday, Dec. 5, 2022

Bethlehem welcomes Christmas tourists after pandemic lull

Business in Bethlehem is looking up this Christmas as the traditional birthplace of Jesus recovers from a two-year downturn during the coronavirus pandemic; a recent jump in Israeli-Palestinian fighting appears to be having little effect on the vital tourism industry

Associated Press | 09:02 | 12.15.22

Travel

Sky-high party: Dubai luxury hotel chain launches private party jet

Daniel Salami

Aquatic wonderland: Israel's largest marine nature reserve opens to visitors

Gilad Carmeli

The theater of dreams: Luxury hospitality in Jerusalem

Ilan Levinsohn

New Zealand airline now weighing passengers, not just luggage

Daniel Salami

Touch the past: Jerusalem museum goes interactive

Anat Lev-Adler

The palatial early 20th-century house of Theodor Herzl opens to visitors

Gilad Carmeli

Best locations to hike in water in Israel's nature

Gilad Carmeli

Shavuot 2023: Attractions, events and activities guide

Ynet

Wizz Air nixes $16 flight to Poland citing mistake

Daniel Salama

Taiwan - an island of opportunity

Alon Goldstein, Taipei

Zeeland, Holland: Gastronomy, canals and a Jewish haven

Buzzy Gordon

Inside the serene sanctuary of Acre’s rare Bahá'í prayer gathering

Yair Kraus

No such thing as free luggage: Arkia, Israir will charge for trolley bags

Daniel Salami

Sinai's 'White Lotus' overwhelms senses into submission

Asaf Rozen

Direct flights to Cyprus from Haifa starting in June

Daniel Salami

Vilnius celebrates 700 years: a journey from Jewish nostalgia to chic modernity

Rina Drigov

National hiking trail extends to Mount Hermon

Gilad Carmeli

Unlocking London's treasures: A comprehensive tourist's guide

Ofir Hauzman

This is the incredible Norwegian hotel from 'Succession'

Asaf Rosen

From 399$: El Al starts ticket sales as India flights to resume in October

Daniel Salami

Israel's best picnic spots for the ultimate barbecue

Gilad Carmeli

Life on the go: How this Israeli family found freedom in endless travel

Tal Giladi, Etti Abramov

How independence is celebrated in other parts of the world

Siman Ovadia

From backpacks to trailblazers: A visual history of hiking in Israel

Gilad Carmeli

Transparency report reveals Tripadvisor's struggle with fake reviews

Asaf Rosen

Hello Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch: Top 5 vacation spots with the most bizarre names

Iris Lifshitz Klieger

Nigeria's Air Peace to start nonstop Israel flights in April

Reuters

Amid Israel's airport strike, a guide to passengers

Ehud Fai, attorney, Iris Lifshitz Klieger

Tourists canceling trips to Israel amid judicial reform tumult

Iris Lifshitz Klieger

Record number of passengers expected through Ben Gurion Airport during Passover

Navit Zomer

Israelis reluctant to book vacations due to judicial overhaul turmoil

Iris Lifshitz Klieger

Jerusalem among Time Magazine's best tourism spots for 2023

Ynet

Jerusalem introduces double-decker sightseeing bus tours

Gilad Cohen

The Dubrovnik Riviera: Game of Thrones, a Jewish gem and Marco Polo

Buzzy Gordon

In historic move, Oman opens air space to Israeli flights

i24NEWS

In first since 2007, Israeli airlines resume flights to Turkey

Daniel Salami, Roy Rubinstein

Konnichiwa! Direct flights between Israel and Japan launching March 2

Ynet

Long-isolated Israeli village on Lebanese border becomes tourist hotspot

Hillel Kuttler/JTA

Booking.com reveals Israel's most accommodating cities

Asaf Rozen

Israelis could soon be able to visit Saudi islands of Tiran and Sanafir

i24NEWS

Israeli hotel makes it to 'best in Middle East' list

Dennis Bihler

El Al relaunches program to educate world about Israel

i24NEWS, Ynet

Luxury resort brand 'Six Senses' to open urban hotel in Tel Aviv

Navit Zomer

Israeli woman solves Greece's years-long crime mystery

Tamar Shavak

Hainan Airlines to relaunch direct Tel Aviv-Beijing flights

Daniel Salami

American Airlines drops Miami-Tel Aviv route

i24NEWS

Israeli tourism bounces back in 2022 after pandemic, with 8.4 million departures on record

Asaf Rosen

More than 2.67 million foreign tourists entered Israel in 2022

i24NEWS

Where are the Gulf Arab tourists? Israel’s hopes fall short

Associated Press

Top travel guide for food snubs Israel in favor of 'Palestine' on year-end list

Gilad Meiri

Jerusalem chef gives tourists a Palestinian taste of life in the Old City

Reuters

Jordan's landmark Petra hit by mass flashfloods

Gilad Meiri

Jerusalem exhibition brings story of Jesus’ resurrection to life using VR

The Media Line

Tel Aviv's first ever hotel reopens after more than century

Iris Lipshitz-Kliger

Christian tourism to Holy Land slowly recovers ahead of Christmas

The Media Line

UN names Israel's Kfar Kama one of 'Best Tourism Villages' of 2022

Gilad Carmeli

Post-COVID, Israelis flock to Europe’s rebounding and thriving spas

Buzzy Gordon

Although sometimes site of war, Gaza border area tantalizing photographers

Gilad Carmeli

Israel to track tourist patterns via cellphone data to avoid congestion

The Media Line

Bethlehem welcomes Christmas tourists after pandemic lull

Associated Press