Tourism

Tyre was for years a destination for UN soldiers, diplomats, and international workers. Now, with the end of UNIFIL’s mandate, the city faces a shift that could also affect the local economy.

Harmony in the Forest expands to two days in Bnei Shimon, featuring yoga, ice baths, vegan cooking, a lecture, and family activities.

A new survey reveals that 65% of Israelis stay at a hotel in Israel at least once a year, 73% book their vacation independently online or via an app, and price remains the primary consideration.

Tour operators warn Israel could lose future visitors due to prolonged war, despite 88% of recent tourists expressing high satisfaction.

Following the meeting, the minister delivered a firm message, saying Thailand welcomes tourists, but that does not mean “tourists of any nationality can do whatever they want here.”

Israel's first direct flight to the Philippines is set to begin in 2027.

Israelis are entitled to rest, travel, and enjoy the world without apologizing for their existence. And for that, they must go abroad with confidence, but also with awareness.

Despite the overall decline, Eilat led hotel occupancy at 88% in July. Tel Aviv saw 51%, Haifa 44%, and Jerusalem 34%. How has 2026 looked so far?

Kibbutz Dafna is gradually becoming a genuine tourist destination – complete with pizza on the lawn, a vintage motorcycle museum, ice cream, and soon a deli featuring artisanal cheeses and wine.

Ahead of the High Holy Days, vacation demand has jumped 25%, with Seychelles, Mauritius, and Corfu leading as safety becomes a top traveler priority.