Tourism

Israel to build $7.7 million visitor center at Jerusalem’s Mount of Olives

A new 1,500-square-meter visitor education center is being built at Jerusalem's Mount of Olives to enhance security and educate visitors on its rich Jewish heritage, with completion expected by 2027.

Construction workers seen at Jerusalem's Mount of Olives, November 17, 2025
An aerial view of a China Coast Guard ship navigating near the disputed Scarborough Shoal, in the South China Sea, August 13, 2025.

Japan asks China to take steps after it discouraged visits to Japan, Kyodo reports

Northern Irish MP Sammy Wilson stands in Majdal Shams.

Israel needs more visitors like MP Sammy Wilson to bear witness - editorial

Peloponnese, Greece.

Before Israelis discover it: The Greek peninsula becoming the hottest destination of 2026


US freezes flight cuts at 6% as air traffic control absences shrink

The FAA eases flight cuts after air traffic control absences drop, with fewer cancellations and delays as the US government shutdown ends.

Pilots stand among passengers waiting at crowded gates as flight delays persist amid FAA measures more than a month into the ongoing US government shutdown, at O’Hare International Airport in Chicago, November 10, 2025.

After a decade of neglect – Tiberias’ major attraction comes back to life

The Tourism Ministry and Tiberias Municipality are relaunching the Tiberium, a water show damaged in 2013. With NIS 10M, it will feature four evening shows with water, video, and music.

The Tiberium.

Pastoralism in the Galilee: The lake will come back to life with hotels around it

Ma'alot-Tarshiha launches tenders for hotels and commercial centers at Monfort Lake, which attracts hundreds of thousands annually and is undergoing major rehabilitation and infrastructure work.

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For the second consecutive time: The best hotel in Israel in 2025

The luxurious Jerusalem hotel has won, for the second consecutive year, the title from the World Travel Awards organization – “the Oscar of the tourism world.”

The Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem

Israel showcases tourism revival at London’s WTM fair

'The right time to act to restore tourism to Israel and to present the beauty of our wonderful country.'

 An El Al Boeing Dreamliner is prepared for its next flight at Ben Gurion Airport.

From France to Eilat: Arkia to fly from Paris to Ramon Airport

During the months of December, January, and February, Arkia will operate flights from Charles de Gaulle to Ramon Airport for the incoming tourism company Isram.

Paris

You won’t believe how much a night costs at Isrotel’s new hotel – and why some are willing to pay

Isrotel invested NIS 128M in Kayma – a new hotel at the Dead Sea with only 40 suites, breathtaking design, and an infinity pool. The cheapest night? Almost NIS 2,700.

Isrotel Suite Balcony, Kayma Hotel.

NIS 14 million and two-year delay: New entertainment complex opens in the north

The Galilee Development Company and Kibbutz Dafna opened a new NIS 14M culinary tourism complex, delayed from 2023 due to the war, featuring NAOT, Pizza Truck, a bakery, and restaurants.

The Entertainment and Leisure Complex – Dafna'Le at Kibbutz Dafna.

From Israel to Soho: Dan Hotels’ first hotel in Manhattan

Dan Hotels is entering the United States for the first time by acquiring the NoMo SoHo hotel in Manhattan, New York, for $125 million. The hotel has 26 floors and 264 rooms and suites.

 NoMo SoHo Hotel

Munich like never before: Jewish history, sausage tales & an arts explosion

The Jerusalem Post Podcast - Travel Edition, Episode 117.

Munich's former meat-packing area has become a training ground for young graffiti artists

The queen returns: The destination crowned once again as the best in Europe

Portugal beats Greece, Italy, and France to win “Europe’s Best Destination” 2025 for the sixth time since 2017. Lisbon, Porto, and Madeira also received top awards.

Madeira, Portugal.