Vacation

Dor beach gets a new lease on life: Major tourism project planned for the area

Israel Land Authority has approved a new tourism center in Moshav Dor, 400-room hotel, rural lodging, and campground for tents and caravans, aiming to boost jobs and tourism in the region.

The hotel that will be built at Dor Beach.
HERO by Royal Caribbean.

9 pools, a water park and a “treehouse” suite: The new ship is revealed

YOUNG WOMEN study at Jerusalem’s Midreshet Lindenbaum

Staying put: Realizing a modern Exodus amid times of challenge - opinion

“When you’re thousands of miles away, a home warranty turns unexpected home problems into manageable, predictable solutions.”

Why a home warranty makes sense for Jewish American homeowners while traveling to Israel


Dr. Maya Rosman reveals: This is the biggest nutritional mistake you make on vacation

Many Israelis are currently going on their summer vacation, and a large percentage of them will return with excess weight – not just in their suitcase. Here are all the ways to avoid that.

The biggest temptation

Dear triumphalist Christians, Muslims: Please leave us Jews alone - opinion

Why are extremist Muslims and Christians so driven and inflicted? What is it about the Jews that awakens the darkness and spirit of evil extremism in them?

Zev Uslan (L) at the Everest Base Camp.

A night at the Dead Sea for NIS 13,000: Meet Isrotel’s new luxury hotel

Isrotel will open the Kayama Hotel in Ein Bokek this September – Israel’s most luxurious hotel, with only 44 rooms, unique design, and nightly rates starting at NIS 2,548 per couple.

Kayma Hotel, Dead Sea

Cruise company unveils massive plan for 2027 – 500 cruises and private island

Norwegian Cruise Line announced 500+ cruises for 2027 with 20 ships to 150+ destinations in 59 countries, focusing on 7-day cruises, Bahamas private island, and More At Sea open bar program.

Norwegian Cruise Line

This time won’t come back – the new vacation trend taking over Israel

From trips with grandparents to emotional bonds: Five top destinations for intergenerational travel - Tel Dan, Hula Lake, Rosh Hanikra, Achziv Beach - where shared experiences strengthen family ties.

Travelers at Tel Dan

Tel Aviv’s stately Elkonin Hotel delivers on cuisine, spa experiences - review

Elkonin offers 44 thoughtfully designed rooms across five categories, including two elegant suites.

THE ELKONIN’S rooftop pool.

Holiday feasts and fireworks at sea: The most luxurious cruises to close out 2025

MSC’s luxury brand unveils cruises for the holidays, with tropical island stops, gourmet dining, and festive celebrations at sea for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s Eve.

Explora 2

‘Tzuris’ in Syros: New enemies don’t deserve our business - opinion

On the shore of this small, isolated island, where the economy hinges on tourists like us, we can see a crowd waving Palestinian flags and holding a large “Stop the Genocide” sign in English.

NO SYROS today – a view of the small Greek island.

14 desert pipes turned into Israel’s most unusual hotel – and the price? You decide

At Naot Farm, the Tzavta complex offers couples desert lodging in 14 recycled pipes with no set price. Guests pay what they choose, based on trust and belief in the “Beautiful Israeli.”

Tzavta Complex at Naot Farm

3 European cities that cost less than Paris but are just as beautiful

Forget Paris and Barcelona: 3 charming European cities without the crowds. Provins in France, Trieste in Italy, and Ohrid in North Macedonia.

Ohrid, North Macedonia