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The line from Tel Aviv will operate three times a week on Sundays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, with a convenient flight schedule including early morning departures from Tel Aviv and return flights from Riga at night.

The Adam hotel chain is offering a 25% discount on stays in Tel Aviv and Eilat throughout September, including the Tishrei holidays, along with special accommodation and spa packages.

A short vacation for a family of four in Greece can cost less than 10,000 shekels, a week in classic Europe already climbs to 15,000-25,000 shekels, and for a two-week trip to distant destinations like Japan or the USA, the bill can approach 100,000 shekels; flights are just the beginning - hotels, food, car, insurance, and attractions are what inflate the budget.

An Arkia plane en route to Mykonos landed in Athens due to a technical malfunction. Israelis have been stuck on board for over an hour and are demanding to leave, against crew instructions. Among the passengers is music producer Skazi.

Thailand is reducing the visa-free stay period for Israeli tourists from 60 to 30 days. The new regulations take effect on September 15 and aim to balance tourism promotion with security and entry control.

After months of rumors, the change in the East becomes official: starting September 15, visa-free tourist stays will be cut in half from 60 to only 30 days. All the details.

The travel company GreenLeaf, which operates tours in Khao Yai National Park, refused to provide service to an Israeli family, claiming that its guides are not willing to work with tourists from Israel. The mother of the family, who was planning a holiday vacation with her three children, described a feeling of insult and helplessness in the face of the surprising message she received from the...

Hotel prices in Europe are already high, but for those planning a vacation in the coming months, there is another cost to consider: more and more cities in Europe are charging a tourist tax from visitors, and in some destinations, the amounts are rising.

Air Europa is celebrating its 40th anniversary by offering discounted tickets to popular overseas destinations for Israeli passengers. The promotional window is limited and closes on September 13.

The Israeli presence in Cyprus is breaking records: last July, one in five tourists on the island was Israeli. Now it turns out that we also stand out in our wallets – with an average daily expenditure of 174.27 euros per tourist, more than any other nationality included in the reliable data published.

A floating island larger than a football field suddenly appeared in the Williston Reservoir in northern British Columbia, Canada - and then, within a few weeks, simply disappeared. The massive mass, covered in trees and vegetation, was spotted floating in the water and documented by a boater, before the photos and videos reached Rocky Avery, a local resident, who posted them on social media.

The Israel Airports Authority has finalized preparations for an unprecedented wave of congestion. Over 2.5 million passengers are expected to pass through Ben Gurion Airport, tens of thousands will depart from Ramon and Haifa, and half a million will cross land borders. These are the busiest days and essential guidelines for travelers.

According to the Israel Airports Authority, about 2.5 million passengers are expected to pass through Ben Gurion Airport in the coming month. To manage the influx, staff levels have been reinforced, and four peak travel dates have been identified with an expected daily volume of 100,000 passengers.

The Greek airline Blue Bird is expanding its flight offerings to additional destinations in Italy. Following Bologna, additional flights to Rome and Naples are expected to be added in the middle of next month. So how much will a ticket cost you, and does it shorten the way to the dream resort town that has become the hot destination of the summer?

Blue Bird airline is launching a direct and unique route from Ben Gurion Airport to Bologna with fares starting at 128 euros one way, with direct flights to other popular Italian destinations to be added later this month.

The complex is suitable for guests who wish to pause their routine, get away from the daily hustle, and enjoy a high-quality vacation in a private and quiet environment. SUN RESORT includes 7 designed and spacious bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, and is suitable for hosting up to 18 guests.

Those planning a vacation in Spain or Italy in the next two weeks may encounter more than just the end-of-summer rush. A series of strikes at airports, ground services, and railways is expected to make travel difficult for passengers, and in some cases, make the journey to or from the airport particularly complicated.

In the heart of Eilat, close to everything happening but disconnected from the hustle, the "Astral Maris" hotel manages to create a calm and intimate vacation experience. With less than a hundred rooms, you will find here all the advantages of a boutique hotel, alongside the comfort of a family hotel.

A new study brings back to the headlines one of the most unusual archaeological discoveries found in the Namibian desert: a nearly 500-year-old Portuguese merchant ship, accidentally uncovered in 2008 during diamond mining, containing thousands of gold coins, dozens of tons of metals, and ivory. The study, published this month, examined the efforts to preserve the treasures since their discovery...

Israelis staying in Cyprus received emergency mobile alerts due to severe weather hitting the region. Meanwhile, Israel prepares for its earliest recorded first autumn rain.

The UN World Tourism Organization is set to announce its list of top tourism destinations for 2026, featuring the Israeli kibbutz Kfar Masaryk.

Kfar Masaryk, the small kibbutz in the Western Galilee, will soon receive a huge honor - and is expected to receive next month the title of one of the "Best Tourism Villages in the World 2026", awarded by the UN. We arrived for a tour of one of the most surprising places in the country and discovered an inspiring history, a tourist present, and a future with quite a few dreams. After the world did...

A coffee cart near Modiin, a short walking trail, a kosher restaurant with a tabun oven, and a winery in a historic villa. Recommended spots in the Modiin region that remain green even in the peak of summer.

Foreign airlines operating special charter flights for the holiday are still awaiting critical approvals from the Israel Airports Authority, while preparations in transit countries are stalled and passengers fear losing thousands of dollars.

Following last week's chaos and forecasts of over 100,000 daily passengers, operations at Ben Gurion Airport are relatively calm today. The last 24 hours have seen an improvement in flight departure and arrival times.

While many passengers were forced to start their summer vacations without their personal belongings, footage from Ben Gurion Airport shows hundreds of suitcases still left out in the open.

A new study reveals an extremely short window of opportunity where flight prices to popular destinations in Europe drop by tens of percent, just before they jump again ahead of the High Holy Days.

Flying cheaply during the holidays: The Israeli airline is launching a special 24-hour-only sale, covering the month of September and the sought-after Tishrei holidays — starting from $170 round trip.

A new analysis reveals a short window of opportunity where flight prices to popular European destinations drop by tens of percent before the High Holy Days.

The announcement of the Knesset election date on October 27 posed a challenge for Israelis planning autumn vacations. The Gordon Tourism Group has introduced a special solution to allow travelers to vote without canceling their trips.

Airline Aegean has announced a massive discount campaign of up to 40% on flights from Tel Aviv to Athens and other destinations, but to enjoy the special prices you will need to book tickets by the beginning of September.

More than 24,000 residents around the world ranked their cities by quality of nightlife, prices, sense of community, safety, and variety. The result is surprising: the European party capital is not in first place, New York settles for third, and one Asian city leaves them all behind.

The Population and Immigration Authority is extending the framework that allows Israeli citizens holding a foreign passport to enter and exit the country without an Israeli one. These guidelines remain in effect at all border crossings.

Ahead of the upcoming Knesset elections, the Atlas boutique hotel chain is launching a special offer for Israelis arriving from abroad to vote, as well as for residents of the country. These are the dates and full conditions for receiving the significant discount.

United Airlines has announced the resumption of direct flights between San Francisco and Tel Aviv starting March 28, 2027. The route will operate three times weekly as part of the airline's largest international network expansion.

A group of families who booked a luxury villa discovered the property does not exist and were left on the street with their children. Despite attempts to make contact, the response from the tourism giant's customer service was shocking.

The world of tourism is changing from end to end: Israeli travelers are abandoning automatic choices in favor of unique experiences, alongside a technological revolution that is completely transforming how we vacation.

Guests at the well-known hotel in Eilat will enjoy an exceptional digital welcome experience, based on an innovative development that will replace traditional service representatives at the counter.

According to a new study by Deloitte and Google, Spain is expected to become the world's most visited tourist destination by 2040, welcoming 110 million tourists annually. In recent years, Spain has become a favorite summer destination, particularly for British travelers, with over 19 million Britons visiting in 2025 alone. The USA is projected to be the third most visited country, followed by...