Beach

The world’s most beautiful beaches revealed – and you won’t believe how close they are

Tripadvisor has unveiled its 2026 ranking of the world’s best beaches, featuring a new category. Greece stands out with two beaches topping the European list.

Isla Pasión, Mexico.
Ancient Crusader sword, dated to the 12th century CE, discovered off of Israel's Dor Beach in northern Israel, February 22, 2026.

University of Haifa student discovers 12th century Crusader sword off of Israel’s northern coast

A portion of a cliff at Sydney Ali Beach in Herzliya that collapsed, February 21, 2026.

Herzliya mayor warns beaches may close after cliff collapses

Israelis and tourists enjoy the beach near the 2,000-year-old Caesarea aqueduct, in Caesarea on August 21, 2023.

Caesarea’s Roman-era aqueduct to undergo multi-million shekel preservation, restoration project


Saving a place at the beach? In the Spanish town it will cost you dearly

Tourists facing fines for reserving beach spots in Spanish town of Calpe, joining fight against over-tourism in Europe's popular destinations.

 Beach in the town of Calpe, Spain

Kefalonia: Discover Greece's hidden gem with stunning beaches, luxury resorts, and charming village

Explore Kefalonia’s stunning beaches, luxury resorts, and charming villages. Discover why this Greek island should be on your travel list.

 THE INFINITY pool at Emelisse Nature Resort.

Living by the sea: How to do It right?

Architects face numerous challenges when designing coastal residential projects, requiring innovative and creative solutions. Five architects discuss the difficulties and solutions.


Here are some ideas for activities to do with the family on summer break

Now is the perfect time for some family outings before the little ones need to head back to school. 

 Mother and toddler sitting under the tree during summer vacation. (Illustrative).

What could be more magical than entering the Isrotel Eilat universe?

Vacationers can also easily access the promenade in the marina area nearby, where one can find plenty of attractions, from shopping in Eilat’s tax-exempt stores to majestic beaches.

 ISTROTEL’S YAM SUF hotel and the Three Monkeys pub at the Royal Beach Hotel are both good reasons to visit the Red Sea resort.

'Shoulder to shoulder': Protesters line-up on beaches to demand hostage deal

The demonstrators wore yellow clothes and held Israeli flags.

 Protesters demonstrate on Israel's beaches to demand government to make hostage release deal, April 19, 2024.

This is how you will spend your vacation in your favorite destination

Innovative "Surprise vacation" concept by Thailand Traveler Center offers up to 50% off, letting families land in Thailand with an undisclosed itinerary planned for them.

 A beach in Thailand

Eilat's Prima Music will have you singing its praises

If you haven’t guessed it from the name, music is a big part of the Prima Music Hotel, with each floor even having its own special soundtrack from different genres.

 EILAT’S PRIMA Music will have you singing its praises.

Kinneret beaches to open Tuesday with notably high water level

A full Kinneret is preferable to a dry Kinneret— when the water reaches the lower ‘red line,’ at -213m.

 The Kinneret

Reconstruction starts on Zikim Beach for the first time since October 7

The attack on Zikim Beach killed nearly 20 people on the beach, including at least one soldier, as well as multiple residents, and led to the total destruction of beach facilities.

 Destruction of damaged facilities on Zikim Beach to allow for reconstruction efforts, April 4, 2024.