Society

After a long period of anticipation for federal approvals, the Israeli airline Israir has secured the right to sell tickets to the US. The company has officially opened bookings for flights starting October 19, 2026.

An Israeli tourism company is offering special luxury packages for the end of August to popular exotic destinations, including direct flights with Israeli airlines and top-tier five-star hotels.

At the peak of the summer and holiday season, Israeli airline Arkia announced it will not resume flights to Dubai, which were suspended by Shin Bet orders, until at least September 23.

A family vacation in Thailand turned into a harrowing survival ordeal: a 50-year-old French father and his two sons, aged five and seven, spent over 16 hours adrift at sea after their rented jet ski broke down off the coast of Koh Samui.

With summer vacations in full swing, many are already planning for the upcoming Tishrei holiday season. The Prima hotel chain is offering special promotions and discounts of up to 40% across its properties nationwide.

A new check reveals dramatic gaps in flight and hotel prices during the upcoming Tishrei holidays, where choosing the right date can save a family over $1,000 on the exact same destination.

A Blue Bird flight to Crete scheduled for 14:00 was delayed at the airport, leaving passengers stuck inside the aircraft on the ground for about an hour and a half. Air conditioning was minimal despite the intense August heat. Some passengers called the police and banged on the cockpit door until a door was opened for ventilation. Blue Bird apologized, citing heavy air traffic congestion in...

The holiday season is just around the corner, and while many are currently spending their summer vacations abroad, some are already busy planning their holiday trips. In light of this, the airline is increasing its flights.

The travel season is in full swing, and with the holidays approaching, we have prepared 5 winning tips to lower your vacation costs and ensure a stress-free flight. From utilizing frequent flyer points to real-time flight tracking and affordable smart luggage tags, these steps will guarantee maximum flexibility and fewer surprises.

Ben Gurion Airport has experienced an exceptionally busy week, with takeoffs 31% above the three-month average and flight delays up by 24%. Passengers face long queues and significant wait times for baggage.

Relocation is an idea that often sounds particularly tempting, but it is worth considering that adapting to a new country is not always easy or fast. The InterNations website has ranked the ten most recommended countries for moving for work purposes.

A Ryanair flight from Malta to Birmingham turned into a nightmare when the takeoff was delayed, and passengers were forced to wait in extreme heat without air conditioning: "People took off their shirts because of the heat, fainted, and vomited."

We arrived at Six Senses Shaharut following a one-time chef's dinner, but discovered a vacation that offers much more than culinary: a suite facing the Edom Mountains, food based on local ingredients, yoga in the desert, pools, a cocktail workshop, and above all, silence.

Hundreds of lakes, forests where European bison roam, the Baltic Sea coast, the Tatra Mountains, and a city where hundreds of gnomes hide in the streets. Outside the familiar route of Warsaw and Krakow, a different Poland is hidden - green, surprising, and much less known to the Israeli traveler.

A major drama in the air: 24 people were injured on a flight from Thailand to India after an Air India captain lost consciousness and the autopilot disconnected. A disturbing testimony from a flight attendant: "He was sitting on the floor and trying to smoke." The co-pilot took control and prevented a major disaster.

Passengers are waiting on the plane for luggage to be loaded, and a flight attendant even claimed to them that it was a wildcat strike: "There are lots of children here, it's insane audacity." Others are waiting for luggage after landing: "Two and a half hours on the floor." Israel Airports Authority: "There is no strike - there is a large cluster of flights."

French airline Transavia France has announced it is moving its return to Israel forward. Instead of the previously scheduled September 8 date, the company will resume flights at the end of August.

No need for an off-road vehicle, no need to walk far, and the water is not freezing: Ein HaMessil, also known as Ein Tzamad, is a small and shallow pool near the White Waterfalls. Chen Yosef arrived there at ten in the morning and discovered she was alone. "I got lucky. It was perfect."

How far can you see from Israel on a clear day? Iftach Eitan decided to check – and discovered a whole world hiding on the horizon. On his Instagram page, he connects geography, history, and reality, taking followers from the mountains of Jordan to the peaks of Lebanon. "The moment when what you see matches the map excites me very much," he admits.

Incheon Airport in South Korea has become the world's busiest airport for the first time, serving 38.4 million passengers in the first half of the year. The surge is attributed to infrastructure expansion and shifting global travel patterns.

German airline Condor has resumed regular flights to Tel Aviv, 70 years after its first arrival in the country. The company's VP of Marketing and Communications discusses the strong demand for the Frankfurt route and the benefits for connecting passengers.

Following a significant increase in passenger traffic in the north, the Israel Airports Authority is launching an extensive development project, including a new parking facility and improved transport solutions.

Fox News reported on Thursday that Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport will install foot-washing stations for Muslims inside its restrooms. The project is privately funded and expected to be completed by the end of the year.

With the summer vacation in full swing, many are already looking ahead to the Tishrei holiday season. The Adam hotel chain has announced a special promotion offering up to a 25% discount on stays at various locations across the country for Isracard holders.

About two weeks ago, we revealed that only about a third of flights from Ben Gurion Airport departed on time. Now, as the daily number of passengers has crossed the 100,000 threshold, the rate of on-time flights remains stagnant, while the average delay has jumped from 40 to 74.3 minutes, alongside a rise in cancellations.

A decade after the flood: The circular trail in the Nahal Ayun Nature Reserve has reopened. During August, Maariv and the Israel Nature and Parks Authority present the innovations you didn't know about in popular and forgotten nature reserves and national parks. Third article in the series.

There are many ways to get to the Sea of Galilee, but one route turns the trip itself into an adventure. In Moshav Amnon, you can combine an adrenaline-filled off-road Razer tour with a relaxing coffee break overlooking the Galilee and the lake.

At the peak of the tourist season, Mount Etna is spewing volcanic ash that endangers aircraft. The airport in Catania, the gateway to Sicily, has been forced to suspend operations at least until tomorrow. Passengers are being diverted to Palermo, where they are struggling to find ground transportation.

Greek aviation authorities have limited the number of flights permitted to traverse their airspace en route to Europe. Passengers departing from Ben Gurion Airport are advised to verify their flight schedules with their respective airlines.

Air India flight AI2379, traveling from Phuket to Delhi with 145 people on board, experienced a frightening incident at cruising altitude. According to the aviation magazine One Mile at a Time, the aircraft suddenly lost 300 feet of altitude, exceeding its structural load limit. Because the seatbelt sign was not illuminated, 13 passengers and four crew members sustained injuries due to severe...

The Pango app is expanding its tourism services by launching an international car rental feature in partnership with Hertz. Users can also enjoy a 15% discount on travel insurance from Harel.

According to a CBS publication, 1.3 million Israelis left the country last July — the strongest figure since the start of the war. Meanwhile, the CBS business trends survey presents a complex picture regarding hotels in Israel: the net balance of Israeli overnight stays is positive, but the balance of tourist overnight stays remains negative.

The Israeli aviation giant released its financial results for the second quarter of 2026, according to which its aircraft fleet has grown. It also revealed that in the future it expects to add additional aircraft to its fleet, which will allow for the expansion of services.

The peak travel season is here. We dove into the fine print of credit card companies and clubs to find out who really provides the best value for your pre-flight experience.

Idan Gigi set out for the Isan region in northeastern Thailand, equipped with a motorcycle and a camera, and set two rules for himself: not to book accommodation in advance and to be flexible with the route. The photos he took in the less touristy part of Thailand speak for themselves. "When I answered that I was from Israel, I received smiles again and again."

An argument that began over the price of a ride in Phuket escalated after a local driver refused to let Israelis join a ride booked by Australian tourists. The driver claims that the family members threatened him and attempted to attack him with a concrete slab. The video of the incident has sparked widespread reactions in local media.

The Israel Airports Authority has implemented a new policy limiting baggage check-in to three hours before departure. While intended to standardize operations, the change has caused significant delays and confusion for travelers and local airlines.

German airline Condor has resumed flights to Israel. Daniel de Carvalho, a member of the management board, stated that the decision reflects confidence in the long-term market potential rather than short-term developments.

The Israeli influx into Greece, which accelerated after October 7, is no longer necessarily viewed favorably by some of the locals. Greece is still friendly to Israelis, certainly compared to other countries, but some are losing patience with us.

A group of 36 tourists, including citizens from Belgium, Austria, the USA, and the UK, became stranded on a dangerous slope in the Austrian Alps. Lacking proper gear and having veered off-trail, 14 individuals required helicopter rescue via hoist.