Family

I’m not Left or Right. I’m Up: Time to look beyond political labels - opinion

Whenever an election approached, everyone wanted to know: Who are you voting for? “I can’t vote,” I would answer. “I’m Canadian.” I loved being neutral.

People vote in Jerusalem on election day, March 2, 2020.
Ramat Hanadiv.

All the kid-friendly attractions for Election Day 2026

Reserve soldiers.

New study finds: Personal resilience protects reservists and their families

Hospitality in Ka’abiyye.

Coffee, culture, and conversation: Exploring Bedouin life in the Galilee


Sukkot route without the traffic jams to the North: From forests and cows to vineyards

A holiday day trip in Be'er Tuviya passes through a eucalyptus grove, dairy farm, oil press, studio, coffee cart, and winery for local food and nature.

Azrikam Forest – Givat Hayonim.

From desert nights to northern festivals: The best family activities for Sukkot in Israel

From Hol Hamoed in the desert to northern festivals: We gathered special events, trips, nature, and activities for the entire family this Sukkot.

Binyamina Festival.

Floodwaters erased the trail – now it returns: Ein Gedi prepares for Sukkot

More than a year after flood damage, the lower Nahal David trail to David Waterfall reopens for Sukkot following a NIS 7 million restoration project.

David Waterfall.

Kite festival tradition from Kfar Aza returns to Tel Aviv skies for Sukkot

The event, held in memory of the Kutz family who were murdered on October 7, will feature family activities, workshops, performances, and kite flying at Tzuk Beach.

Kite Festival of the Be’eri and Hatzerim Communities.

Sukkot 2026: Guide to children's activities, events, and attractions in Israel

Car races in Arad, a theater festival in Acre, extreme experiences in Jerusalem, creative workshops in museums, guided tours in nature – and also lots of free events.

Cultural and art performances for the whole family at the national parks. Mamshit National Park.

Free activities for Hol Hamoed Sukkot 2026

Guided tours along the Sea of Galilee Trail, the Spark Festival in Modi'in, and more: Here is a guide to free events and attractions across the country during Hol Hamoed Sukkot2026.

Guided tour along the Sea of Galilee Trail

Danny, my child of the year

Who is the wide-eyed boy who stands at the window every morning at Mishpacha Ukraine in Odessa, and what is the story behind him - a story no one planned to tell.

Danny with his personal caregiver, Mushki.

New Dead Sea camping complex opens for the holidays

The tent area in Ein Bokek will operate from Sept 10 - Oct 3, with showers and restrooms, a short distance from the beach and tourism center. Tents and equipment are at campers' own expense.

New camping complex in Ein Bokek.

The best family trips and nature routes for Rosh Hashanah

Explore Yodfat, Nahal Tzalmon, Belvoir Fortress, Tel Afek, and Hurvat Tal: Take your family into nature for a perfect trip during Rosh Hashanah.

Belvoir National Park.

Taking eight grandchildren on a cruise was exhausting, expensive, and worth every shekel - opinion

An Israeli grandfather reflects on the noise, expense, and exhaustion of taking eight grandchildren on a cruise, and why bringing the whole family together is worth it.

The Haifa Port Company estimates that international cruise companies will return to activity gradually in the coming years