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


Stressed out from life in Israel? Hop over and relax in Cyprus

The attraction for Israelis to Cyprus is likely motivated by the atmosphere, the hospitality industry, and proximity. Much of the republic is dominated by majestic mountains.

 THE VINEYARD next to the Ktima Gerolemo winery in central Cyprus. Wineries are blossoming on the island.

To Hel and back? Not on bus 666 after Polish operator changes number

Hel is a magnet for holidaymakers who are attracted by its sandy beaches and forest trails.

 General view of Hel Peninsula, Poland, November 4, 2010.

Five mistakes Israelis make on 'all-inclusive' holidays

Even people who think they are experts in these holidays can still go wrong. The tourism website Smarter Travel presents five common mistakes.

 Illustrative image of a person on a beach.

This Israeli nudist beach is ranked in the top 20 of its kind worldwide

Being naked isn't the same kind of taboo it was before. The Naturist Society released a list ranking the best nude beaches worldwide - and an Israeli beach made the cut.

 Sign outside a nudist beach in New Jersey; illustrative.

Stay away from Russian spy whale, Norway warns beachgoers

The whale, nicknamed Hvaldimir, became famous in 2019 after it was spotted wearing a specially made harness with mounts for a camera.

A white whale wearing a harness is seen off the coast of northern Norway, April 29, 2019.

An endangered seal became a celebrity on Israeli beach for 5 days, locals want her back

A rare 6-foot species of seal weighing hundreds of pounds who has traveled the eastern Mediterranean — waded into the water and swam away.

 A Mediterranean monk seal spotted on Israeli shores for the first time ever.

Mediterranean monk seal spotted for first time on Israel's shores

The Mediterranean monk seal is considered a critically endangered species.

 A Mediterranean monk seal spotted on Israeli shores for the first time ever.

Climate change fuels lifespan of flesh-eating bacteria - study

Recent research has uncovered that infections caused by the bacteria Vibrio vulnificus has increased in the last three decades.

 Vibrio vulnificus bacteria

Dead fin whale washes up on Israeli beach

The whale in question is a fin whale, the second largest type of whale after a blue whale, as well as the second largest animal in the world.

 A dead fin whale is seen washing up ashore on Israel's Zikim Beach, on February 20, 2023.

Port TLV Residence to star at Jerusalem Post Women Leaders Summit

Lee Ziv, the project’s vice-president, is slated to speak at Post’s Women Leaders Summit on February 22

 The penthouse at Port TLV Residence