Summer
July spending record: Daily average reached NIS 1.771 Billion
Shva data for July points to a 5.8% surge in charge card spending compared to last year, reaching NIS 54.857 billion. Meanwhile, cash withdrawals from ATMs climbed to a record NIS 6.057 billion.
August with the kids: When the desert comes alive after the sun disappears
North awakens: 7,000 attend opening of Summer Festival in the Galilee
Overusing skincare products, overdressing, and improper heat exposure can harm newborn skin
Surprise move: Arkia launches business class to Europe, plus a long-awaited new destination
Arkia announced its summer 2026 schedule with 40 destinations, launching business class to Paris from $850 and unveiling a new aircraft named after Yehoram Gaon.
Only 463 suites and an almost 1:1 crew ratio: Meet the new luxury cruise ship
The third ship in the EXPLORA fleet will debut in July 2026, offering spacious suites, new culinary concepts, a unified wellness area, and stores from Rolex, Cartier, and Chopard.
Black truffle and 2-second shampoo: 7 hair products that repair summer damage
After a summer of sun, sea, and pool, winter is perfect to restore hair. Seven new products - from Korean to French - bring back shine, strength, and health.
This is what next summer will look like for Israelis: Two new destinations starting at $299
Sun d’Or launches its summer 2026 schedule with 19 destinations, including new routes to Naples from $299 and Salzburg from $349. Flights will operate starting at the end of March.
The celebration starts early: Israelis already racing for summer 2026 vacations
Booking sites report a 35% jump for summer 2025. Greece and Cyprus lead, Budapest and Prague surprise, with prices up to 30% lower than last summer.
Understanding Israel's summer pests: A closer look at what's bugging you
SOS: Save our skin - skincare tips for the Israeli summer
Here are some easy, affordable strategies that can help you cope with Israeli heat waves, from sun protection basics to cooling tricks to keep your skin glowing (minus the sweat).
A sweet stop on the way to Eilat: Yotvata’s chocolate tap is back
Yotvata’s chocolate tap is back for its seventh year, a beloved landmark on the road to Eilat, where travelers sip cold chocolate, grab souvenir cups, and enjoy a sweet break.
The summer vacation ends in two weeks – where can you still escape to?
Two weeks left of summer break! Gulliver offers last-minute deals: Cyprus from $544, Bucharest $919, plus local vacations in Israel starting at NIS 3,951. Still time for a getaway!
Bringing the Hamptons home: How to design an Israeli summer house with an international touch
Israelis are increasingly escaping the city, creating Hamptons-inspired vacation homes. Local architects adapt the American style to Israel’s climate, landscape, and culture for a summer retreat.
