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Air Canada, United Airlines postpone return to Israel
Following Iranian attack and tense security situation, international airlines delay return to Ben Gurion Airport until summer, decision announced right before Passover holiday
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger
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21:51 | 04.17.24
'They greet me with hugs': Israeli travel blogger visits Arab countries amid war
Itzik Balas tells Ynet he continues to visit many parts of Arab world despite multi-front war, and has never been met with hostility; 'Nothing negative has happened to me and I hope it stays that way'
Alexandra Lukash, Lior Ben Ari
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11:15 | 04.17.24
EasyJet cancels all Israel flights until end of October
British low-cost carrier EasyJet cancels its flights to and from Israel for the summer season, less than a month after it returned to Ben Gurion Airport. 'Affected passengers have no cheap alternative for other flights and will be forced to pay ridiculous prices or postpone their vacation'
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger
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17:40 | 04.16.24
EasyJet grounds all flights to Israel until April 21
Following Saturday's Iranian attack which closed Israeli airspace for 7 hours, domestic and foreign airlines revise operations in Israel and the region
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger, Roi Rubinstein
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19:27 | 04.15.24
Ein Gedi Nature Reserve trail to reopen 6 months after rockslide incident
Highly popular hiking trails to partially reopen after massive rockslide that killed 8-year-old; Nature and Parks Authority warns of debris scattered in Judean Desert after Iran attack
Gilad Carmerli
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13:31 | 04.15.24
Israeli airspace closed until further notice
Ahead of Iranian strike Airport Authority adheres to instruction from defense establishment; suspends all domestic, international flights
Iris Lifshitz Klieger
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05:23 | 04.14.24
'I want to kill all Israelis': Kashmir guesthouse employee threatens Israeli guest
Israeli who stayed as a guest in Kahsmir's Houseboat hostel last year recounts how employee threatened him via WhatsApp
Itamar Eichner
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16:39 | 04.11.24
British man becomes first to run length of Africa
'Hardest Geezer' Russ Cook completes perilous 10,000-mile run through 16 countries from South Africa's Cape Agulhas to Tunisia's northern tip, drawing many fans to join him; 'I'm a bit tired,' he admitted at the finish
ynet correspondents
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14:05 | 04.10.24
Ben Gurion Airport dedicates exhibit to natural beauty of war zones
The Wrapped in Love exhibition displayed in Ben Gurion Airport departures hall designed to ensure that passing travelers would remember war-afflicted communities as they were before October 7
Roy Rubinstein
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10:26 | 04.09.24
Schiphol CEO calls Israeli envoy to apologize for abuse of Israelis
Ambassador Modi Ephraim receives call after Friday incident where airport security officer publicly humiliates released hostage waiting to board El Al flight
Itamar Eichner
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21:56 | 04.08.24
'The hostages were in our hearts': Daniel Wolfson joins the 7 Peaks Club
She becomes the first Israeli woman to scale the 7 highest summits across the globe's 7 continents; 20 Israeli and Australian Jews accompanied her up the mountain and there they waved the Israeli flag and unfurled a banner calling for the release of the hostages
Asaf Rozen
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22:58 | 04.07.24
Visiting Israel for Passover? This is your Ben Gurion Airport transport guide
With an estimated 60,000 passengers per day expected during Passover, long waits for taxis are likely and the airport authorities will increase the use of shuttles and shared taxis; Here's all the vital information holiday travelers need
Roee Rubinstein
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17:00 | 04.07.24
Top 8 must-see designs at Jerusalem's open house display
153 private and public buildings welcome visitors, showcasing interiors of homes, places of worship, artists' studios and even a semi-transparent villa designed by one of Israel's leading architects
Kai Deckel
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10:52 | 04.05.24
Irish low-cost carrier Ryanair to resume Israel operations
Following the decision to reopen Terminal 1 at Ben Gurion Airport, designed primarily for low-cost and local flights, Ryanair says is offering flights to Italy, Malta, Hungary and Cyprus as of June 2
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger
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14:40 | 04.04.24
El Al probed for price hikes amid war
National carrier controls 80% of market after airlines suspend flights to Israel after October 7; company claims prices fair and befitting circumstances
Meirav Crystal
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22:44 | 04.03.24
Only 12 countries send representatives to Tel Aviv Tourism Exhibition
Some 25 countries who participated in IMTM last year won't be arriving amid war; Tourism Ministry says the event will focus on tourism in Israel 'after the fighting'
Iris Lifshitz Klieger
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21:37 | 04.01.24
Watch TAP Air Portugal plane almost nose dive in landing
Cameraman notices plane coming in for a landing in strong crosswinds, notices its nose is dangerously low even as front wheels touch down on tarmac
Ynet
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23:26 | 03.28.24
1.2 million passengers will pass through Ben-Gurion airport in April
About 60,000 passengers a day are expected to pass through the airport during the peak travel time of the Passover holiday; The busiest day will be April 21; Top destinations are Greece and Cyprus
Roy Rubinstein
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13:22 | 03.28.24
Arkia releases new flight schedule and emphasizes that it flies on Shabbat
From Zanzibar to Sri Lanka to Barcelona, the Israeli airline will fly to 27 destinations; 'Arkia is the only Israeli airline that allows vacationers to fly seven days a week,' company says
Iris Lifshitz Klieger
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09:29 | 03.28.24
'We'll raise the flag for the safe return of the hostages'
Daniel Wolfson, first Israeli woman to climb Everest, is one peak shy of the 7 Peaks Club; before tackling Australia's highest, we spoke to her
Sharon Kidon, Alexandra Lukash
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23:26 | 03.27.24
High-school student discovers 1,600-year-old oil lamp on class trip
Israel Antiquities Authority said that the identical lamp was found there more than 90 years ago; It lit up the nights of Roman soldiers, who were guarding Mezad Ma'ale Mahmal, an important trade route where copper, and possibly gold, was transported
Ynet
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13:02 | 03.27.24
Low-cost airlines back in Israel, prices slashed in half
$635 price drop for New York route, ticket to Amsterdam at $407 instead of $610 and a whopping 78% difference for the London route; new analysis explores impact of foreign airlines' comeback on ticket prices
Iris Lifshitz Kliger
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21:51 | 03.24.24
Ben Gurion Airport's low-cost terminal to resume operations on June 1
Terminal 1 to reopen after war-induced hiatus in bid bring back low-cost airlines and lower air travel prices
Roy Rubinstein
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00:57 | 03.20.24
Ben Gurion Airport Terminal 1 opening delayed - plane ticket prices sky rocket
Israel Airport Authority suspends Terminal 1 out of fear of losing over NIS 200 million annually in operation costs, however, as flight prices surge and the Transportation Ministry considers either forcing a reopen or approving reduced airport fees
Yuval Azulay
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21:42 | 03.18.24
Delta Air Lines to return service to Israel on June 7
The second largest US airline announces it will restart its daily flights to New York in June; Israeli tourists are expected to benefit from a decrease in prices that soared since the outbreak of the Gaza war
Iris Lifshitz Klieger
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01:01 | 03.15.24
A string of in-flight malfunctions raises global concern about air travel
Although 2023 was declared the safest year in commercial air travel in history, a string of malfunctions over the past 10 days, including 4 incidents involving United Airlines' aircraft, has sparked major concerns regarding passenger safety
Daniel Bettini
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23:44 | 03.13.24
Flights to US lower in price with Passover on the horizon
Israeli travel company Issta offers exclusive New York flights with a stopover in Milan for a competitive $1,329; the fare significantly undercuts current market rates costing over $2,000
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger
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13:48 | 03.13.24
At least 50 hurt when Sidney to Auckland flight takes nose dive
See the video: Passenger describes how people were flung out of their seats and hit the ceiling, some landing with broken bones and bleeding; airline says regrets "inconvenience" due to technical difficulties
Ynet, Agencies
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15:42 | 03.11.24
Direct flights to Greek's Lesbos island begin in summer
Starting from June, two direct flights will operate from Ben Gurion Airport to island with a wide coastline of 320 kilometers, pebble coves and volcanic rock formations
Iris Lifshitz Klieger
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00:01 | 03.11.24
Increase in ammunition forgotten in Israeli's luggage, airport authority says
Ben Gurion Airport in a statement says 4-5 incidents of ammunition, grenades and firearms found per day amid war; urge Israelis to take careful care to remove all manner of military equipment before arriving at airport
Roy Rubinstein
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19:12 | 03.10.24
Sweden is a breathtaking Scandinavian alternative to anti-Israeli Norway
While Norway offers high quality of life and beautiful landscapes, residents have little sympathy for Israel's plight; Enter Sweden, a country that stood firm with Israel post-October 7, and features locations so beautiful, both urban and primal, they truly deserve some attention from pro-Zionists everywhere
Joni Sanderovitch
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14:18 | 03.10.24
El Al sees unprecedented profit boon amid war
Following severe belt-tightening brought about by the pandemic, the Israeli flag carrier became the only option for overseas travel for Israelis after October 7, creating a de facto monopoly that has now trickled down to its employees, who will have all past benefits reinstated
Navit Zomer
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13:52 | 03.10.24
These are the cheapest travel days during Passover vacation
There are many opportunities before, during and after Passover to take a vacation and the prices differ dramatically depending on the dates; we did some of the legwork for you
Iris Lifshitz Klieger
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10:18 | 03.07.24
Air Canada to resume flights to Israel
The airline had temporarily suspended flights to Israel due to the war in Gaza, but it will be back ahead of the Passover holiday travel; The Italian airline Neos also will resume flights
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger
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00:12 | 03.06.24
Stellar wonders: the Milky Way from Earth's lowest point
Astrophotographer Roi Levi ventured to a secret location in the Dead Sea and returned with a stunning set of photos that perfectly blend terrestrial salt formations with celestial stardust
Asaf Rozen
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22:26 | 03.02.24
Amazing hiking trails to discover, and stay safe on, during wartime
The tense situation in Israel doesn't have to prevent us from enjoying nature blooming in spring; here are some great options for a safe and wonderful time
Gilad Carmeli
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15:24 | 02.29.24
Elusive passport: Portugal makes it harder for Jews seeking EU citizenship
Under the new legislation, Jewish individuals who are descendants of those expelled from Spain will be required not just to demonstrate connections to Portugal, but also to reside in the country for a minimum period of three years
Itamar Eichner
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15:06 | 02.26.24
Watch: Cockroaches run wild aboard IndiGo airplane
Crawling insects in the food storage area of IndiGo Airlines' aircraft are the focus of a viral video; The company apologized and announced the sterilization of its aircraft fleet
Ynetnews
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09:22 | 02.26.24
Not only is United Airlines back to serve Israelis, check out the bargain prices
United Airlines has officially confirmed it will return to Israel and announced that it will operate a daily flight to New York starting next month; We checked the prices of the American company compared to flagship Israeli carrier El Al
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger
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17:32 | 02.22.24
FLOWERS floral extravaganza lands in Tel Aviv on Passover to showcase 2 million blossoms
Exhibition to feature various displays with range of figures and structures crafted from flowers, including rare species not native to Israel, specially imported for event
Ynet
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11:14 | 02.22.24
United Airlines to resume flights to Israel
American airline notifies Israel Airports Authority of its plans to resume flights beginning March 3
Iris Lifshitz Klieger
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14:48 | 02.21.24
Ben Gurion Airport's Terminal 1 is still closed and this summer could be the most expensive in aviation history
Sources in the aviation industry fear that other companies will follow in the footsteps of Ryanair, which canceled its flights to Israel over failure to reopen the terminal intended for cheap flights; 'If Terminal 1 were opened, more low-cost companies would return and prices would decrease'
Iris Lifshitz Klieger
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19:20 | 02.18.24
Flying from Ben Gurion? Wizz Air hits flyers with extra airport fee
Resuming flights next month, low-cost carrier to add fee for flights departing from Ben Gurion due to Terminal 1's closure, shifting operations to higher-cost Terminal 3; how bad is this ticket price hike?
Iris Lifshitz Klieger
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23:59 | 02.17.24
Low-cost airline Iberia Express returns to Israel
Spanish company will initially operate 4 weekly flights to Madrid, with prices starting from €129 one way
Iris Lifshitz Klieger
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21:59 | 02.16.24
Irish wrath? Ryanair cancels all spring flights to Israel
Irish low-cost airline move comes after recent resumption of operations with a limited flight schedule to Israel; cancellation was discovered on company's booking website, as Ryanair has not yet released an official announcement on the matter
Iris Lifshitz-Klieger
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09:43 | 02.13.24
Airlines resume flights to Israel, El Al snubs Dublin, Morocco routes
National carrier says is closely monitoring changes in customer preferences since war and adjusting flights accordingly; Air India announces it will resume flights to Israel starting on March 3
Iris Lifshitz Klieger
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19:00 | 02.06.24
After canceling Israel-South Africa route, El Al adds US flights
The national carrier announces that from June it will add two weekly flights to Los Angeles and a weekly flight to Boston; In total, El Al will operate over 50 direct flights weekly, to various American destinations this summer
Iris Lifshitz Klieger
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22:32 | 01.31.24
Some airlines will resume flying to Israel, and one won't be back until October
Italy's ITA carrier announced that it will resume its route from Israel to Rome starting March 3.; But Korean Air will not be coming back soon - it announced that it will not return to Israel until October 26
Iris Lifshitz Klieger
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23:03 | 01.30.24
El Al suspends Tel-Aviv - Johannesburg flights in wake of genocide claims
National carrier says decision comes after demands for flights to South Africa drops considerably since war breaks out; ICJ ruling on Pretoria request for injunctions demanding Israel stop fighting in Gaza, expected later in the day
Iris Lifshitz Klieger
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11:49 | 01.26.24
The Kinneret's best-kept secret unveiled
Picture a winter dip in the Sea of Galilee where warm waters embrace your body; visit a hidden beach fed by the scalding waters of Tiberias Hot Springs. We ventured there to explore and returned with DIY hot tub building tips
Assaf Kamar
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09:48 | 01.25.24
Panic on the plane: passengers find snake in overhead compartments
During a domestic flight in Thailand operated by Malaysian AirAsia airline, passengers notice snake crawling above their heads; watch as crew capture the snake in a viral video
Ynet
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13:40 | 01.18.24
Fly cheap: Wizz Air to resume flights to, from Israel at rock-bottom prices
International low-cost airline announces its return to Ben Gurion Airport in March with cheap offerings to various destinations right before Passover and summer vacation
Iris Lifshitz-Kliger
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23:38 | 01.17.24
Two international airlines to resume operations in Israel amid war
TUS Airways and LOT Polish Airlines announce intend to schedule several flights per week initially before ramping up operations in time
Iris Lifshitz-Kliger
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23:01 | 01.14.24
El Al pays tribute to Gaza hostages, marking 100 days in captivity
Israeli flag carrier will change flight number of Sunday service to New York, coinciding with 100th day of Hamas' terrorist attacks against Israel
Iris Lifshitz Klieger
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20:47 | 01.13.24
Israel off TripAdvisor's 2024 best destinations, amid war
Tourism Giant's annual Travelers’ Choice Awards list for 2024 sees Dubai taking first place for the second time while Jerusalem is absent
Asaf Rozen
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16:55 | 01.10.24
Air France to resume flights to, from Israel amid war
Leading airliner announces it will operate three weekly flights to destinations in Europe alongside other foreign air services returning to Ben Gurion Airport
Iris Lifshitz-Kliger
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18:11 | 01.09.24
IDF officer's photographic chronicles of war in the north
Guy Shmueli, a reserve mental health officer at a northern IDF base, uses his free time to transform brief moments into stirring and inspiring photographs with his camera
Asaf Rozen
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11:38 | 01.03.24
Israel wants to build the biggest Ferris wheel on the border with Gaza
While the war rages on and evacuees remain displaced, Tourism Ministry plans an elaborate complex to be built over 5 years raising criticism for ignoring the desires of residents and being 'out of touch with reality'
Anat Lev Adler
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18:12 | 01.01.24
Displaced in place of tourists: Nazareth's gloomy Christmas amid war
December has arrived, yet the Christmas spirit is missing from Jesus' city; streets, restaurants and tourist attractions, usually bustling with life, now stand deserted; however, even in all this darkness, there is a glimmer of hope for the future
Assaf Kamar
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00:38 | 12.24.23
Foreign Ministry says it can't help Israelis in trouble in Maldives
Foreign Ministry warns Israeli citizens against traveling to the island nation amid growing hostile sentiment against Israel and recommends Israelis who remain there to take enhanced precautionary measures
Itamar Eichner
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21:31 | 12.19.23
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