Cruise

The new trend in tourism: No more traveling – just sleeping better

Once, a vacation was measured by how many destinations we managed to see. Today, travelers aim to achieve a night of quality sleep. Meet Sleep Tourism – the travel trend putting rest at the center.

Sleep Tourism involves much more than pampering hotels or luxury mattresses
Mano Maritime: "Most passengers enjoyed a vacation experience"

Multi-million-shekel lawsuit filed against Mano Maritime

The seafront in the Mediterranean port city of Alexandria in Egypt. November 14, 2016.

Egypt follows Turkey in denying LGBTQ+ cruise access to port over ‘misaligned moral values’

THE HUNGARIAN Parliament Building at night.

Cruising the Danube from Budapest to Vienna through centuries of Jewish history - review


If there are no flights – sail on ships: Huge growth in demand for cruises in Israel

Ahead of the IMTM 2025 International Tourism Exhibition, to be held in Israel for the 31st year, Eyal Attias, CEO of MSC Cruises Israel, reveals a significant surge in demand for cruises.

 World Europa

Celebrating Passover at sea: Thousands of Israelis choose to mark the holiday on cruise voyages

Royal Caribbean sees record demand for holiday cruises, especially on Allure of the Seas, recently upgraded for $135M. The ship now offers special packages for the Tishrei holidays.

The tallest slide on the cruise ship Allure of the Seas

Cruises in 2025: The hottest destinations and new trends in the world of sailing

The cruise industry is undergoing a revolution: new exotic destinations, advanced technologies, and personalized experiences are reshaping cruise vacations.

 Cruises in 2025: The Hottest Destinations and New Trends in the World of Sailing

Costa Cruises: A taste of Italy at sea

Costa Smeralda, one of the company’s twin flagships, is currently plying the waters around the Persian Gulf, taking in destinations such as Qatar, the United Arab Emirates, and Oman. 

 THE ‘Costa Smeralda’ in Savona.

What you need to know about the new Nile cruise

Tour operator TUI expanded its river cruises outside Europe with the five-star, all-inclusive ship Al Horeya, which recently began sailing the Nile.

 Cruising on the Nile.

The world's largest cruise ship arrives near Israel: Get a special preview

20 decks, 40 dining options, 7 pools, and water slides: Royal Caribbean's third Icon ship to offer weekly cruises from Rome and Barcelona.

 Legend of the Seas, Royal Caribbean

The new Israeli family trend: Why cruises to the U.S. are popular

In the past year, there has been a 48% increase in bookings for vacations combining a U.S. tour with luxury cruises. "Israelis are looking for the perfect combination of adventure and relaxation."

With the cruise directly to Disney

Sailing the Middle East with Costa Cruises

The Jerusalem Post Podcast - Travel Edition, Episode 101.

  Costa Smeralda in Savona

Royal Caribbean launches river cruise company

Royal Caribbean has established a subsidiary called River Cruises, specializing in river cruising. The first 10 ships in the Edge series are scheduled to set sail in 2027.

 The next big thing after cruises? River cruising

Revolution in European river cruising: A luxury fleet to sail continent

Cruise giant expands via Celebrity Cruises. The new fleet of 10 Edge-class river ships will begin sailing in Europe in 2027, offering a luxurious experience.

 River cruising