Israelis back in the air: Vietnam searches surge 160% as AI reshapes travel planning
Google data for 2026 shows a record bounce-back in flight searches, declining fears of antisemitism abroad, and rising interest in safe spots and wellness trips.
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Tishrei Holidays 2026: Is it really more cost-effective for families to fly abroad?
Security tag attached: Did lost Ben-Gurion Airport luggage end up in a Cyprus market?
Battle over Ein Jones spring: NIS 2M project sparks controversy
The European country strengthening ties with Israel – and Israelis are already discovering it
As Finland cuts UNRWA funds and boosts Israel security ties, it emerges as a top destination - from the Northern Lights to lakes and saunas.
Vacation starts in traffic jams: Ben Gurion Airport prepares for an exceptionally busy month
After 2.65 million travelers in August, 3 million are set to pass through Israel Airports Authority sites in September. Top spots: Greece and Cyprus.
An hour from the center: A weekend destination with art, music, and culture
Pardes Hana-Karkur turns into a big gallery: 120 artists open their studios, alongside live shows, talks, and unique gifts for Rosh Hashanah. Free entry.
57 days until elections: Israelis abroad are already filling flights to Israel
Ahead of elections, the Fly&Vote initiative secures dedicated flights from New York and Lisbon following high demand and TAP route cancellations.
New direct flight route opens between Tel Aviv and Bologna
Blue Bird Airways will launch three weekly flights to Bologna starting September 2, before expanding operations to Rome and Naples later this month.
Forget fancy hotels and explore a fresh way to experience Dead Sea kibbutzim
Right before the holidays, we gathered a few hot recommendations from the Dead Sea region: The coffee, the drinks, and all the rest.
The surprising numbers behind Israelis' summer vacation habits
The Summer 2026 MAX Index reveals: A quarter of Israelis book flights last-minute, families are returning abroad, and young adults prefer Asia.
A world of Jewish flavors for Rosh Hashanah
From global traditions to digital kitchens: How worldly flavors and creative recipes are redefining the modern Rosh Hashanah table.
Checking in and getting your room key from a hologram: Astral Hotels’ new innovation
Astral Hotels debuts a check-in kiosk with an AI holographic avatar at Eilat’s Queen of Sheba Hotel, with plans to expand across the chain.
Eilat booms, Jerusalem lags: Here is how hotel occupancy looked in Israel
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?
