Eilat

From the sea to the promenade: How Eilat is transforming its entire coastline

Eilat's beaches and surrounding promenades are undergoing extensive upgrades: New shade structures, showers and restrooms, roundabouts, playgrounds, and renovated marinas.

A renovated leisure area at the marina and a new public square planned for Eilat’s northern promenade.
The Vert Eilat hotel

Africa Israel Hotels offers election deals from NIS 674 a night

Smoke and flames rise from King Khalid Airport, after Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis said they attacked the airport, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, October 8, 2026, in this screengrab obtained from a social media video.

Saudi Arabia, Israel have shared interests at stake, Houthi escalation highlights - editorial

Ships by the Eilat port, Red Sea, on January 03, 2024.

Eilat records first rain of year as authorities issue flash flooding warning in Dead Sea region


Saudi Arabia’s security needs expose limits of diplomacy, give Israel an opportunity - analysis

Bin Salman’s security strategy faces a major test as Houthi attacks expose alliance limits and highlight Israel’s intelligence and defense role.

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman chairs the inaugural session of the Shura Council in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, September 10, 2025

Israeli man caught speeding on Highway 90 at 217 kph under the influence of drugs

Regardless of where the was, he would have been driving far above the speed limit; the fastest legal speed limit in Israel is 120 kph (75 mph), permitted on Highway 6.

Police detain 25-year-old Eilat resident after he was caught speeding on Highway 90 at 217km/h. Vehicle and speed readout pictured here.

Houthi gains at Bab al-Mandab expose Israel's unresolved Eilat shipping crisis - analysis

Even before the threat to Saudi oil routes, the Houthis had already registered a significant strategic achievement against Israel by disrupting regular commercial shipping to the Port of Eilat.

Ships by the Eilat port, Red Sea, on January 03, 2024.

10-year-old bitten by moray eel at Eilat beach, requires surgery

The girl was playing with her family at Coral Beach when she was bitten by the fish. The bite caused deep cuts, requiring surgery under general anesthesia.

A moray eel

Yohanan Elishuv, last surviving fighter who raised Eilat's Ink Flag in 1948, dies at 95

During the first truce in June 1948, Elishuv was transferred to the southern front under Uzi Narkiss. He was wounded after driving over a mine, but returned to combat after recovering.

Yohanan Elishuv during the War of Independance.

One wounded in W. Bank stabbing, nine killed in alleged IDF strikes in Lebanon

The Jerusalem Post's must-listen news roundup with Gadi Zaig - the top stories, clear and concise.

Settlers attack members of the NBC News team in the West Bank, August 29, 2026.

IDF, police drills continue for second day as forces train in Eilat for October 7-like attack

The aim of the exercise is to improve the division’s capabilities and readiness in the face of a large-scale October 7-style surprise attack, based on the lessons drawn from the massacre.

Israel Police and IDF readiness drills continue as part of Operations Advancing the Wall and Southern Wind to prepare in case of future Octover 7-style attacks, September 7, 2026.

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?

The Herbert Hotel in Eilat.

5 magical spots turning the road to Eilat into a trip of its own

Explore Route 40 to Eilat: Discover Bedouin hospitality tents, scenic hiking trails, local family farms, and off-road desert jeep tours.

Squills in Mitzpe Ramon.

Love is made of Eilat soil: New exhibition at Eilat Artists' Gallery

A new exhibition at the Eilat Artists' Gallery explores love through Eilat soil, showcasing works created with earth and minerals from local mountains.

Endless Love.