Vacation
Free activities for Hol Hamoed Sukkot 2026
Guided tours along the Sea of Galilee Trail, the Spark Festival in Modi'in, and more: Here is a guide to free events and attractions across the country during Hol Hamoed Sukkot2026.
Make-A-Wish Israel marks 30 years, says it has granted 6,500 wishes
From Addis to Omo: A journey to Ethiopia's cultural heart
81% of Israelis agree: This is the most important thing in a hotel room
The Baltic country's secret trick: How to visit top attractions for free
On the last Sunday of every month, museums, castles, and heritage sites across Lithuania offer free admission, from Vilnius to Trakai and Kaunas.
Dolphin Village: The most cost-effective holiday resort of the summer
We tested Dolphin Village in Shavei Tzion – and discovered a small holiday complex that offers families exactly what they want: Proximity to the sea, a relaxed atmosphere and a sane price.
Canaan Hotel: Returning to peace and quiet high up in the Galilee - review
Canaan Hotel in northern Israel offers a variety of amenities, from stylish rooms and a kosher wine bar to spa treatments and jacuzzis, accentuated by the area's calming remoteness.
Where is it forbidden to pee in the sea? Europe's summer laws that come with a fine
From smoking to swimsuits in the street - more and more beach destinations in Europe are tightening enforcement in an attempt to deal with tourism overloads and protect the environment.
Crowded bars, missing tourists: Tel Aviv refuses to sleep, even as tourist arrivals plunge
The beaches are crowded, the bars are full, and Tel Aviv still refuses to sleep – even as tourism struggles to recover
Mapping Israel’s path to independence: 12 sites that tell Israel's real story
Twelve heritage sites under the umbrella of the Society for Preservation of Israel Heritage Sites give an authentic voice to our story as a nation
Modern luxury meets old-world grandeur at Jerusalem's Waldorf Astoria
Modern luxury at Jerusalem’s Waldorf Astoria
With foreign tourists gone, Eilat's hotels reinvent for Israeli guests
With foreign tourism still lagging, Isrotel is reshaping Eilat through innovation, investment and new experiences
Despite war, Israel still beckons as its tourism industry fights to survive - from the editor
Despite war and few tourists, Israel’s people, places, and resilience continue to welcome visitors
This is the price of 3 nights in Israeli hotels for Rosh Hashanah and Sukkot
We checked the costs of three nights for a family in four popular destinations in Israel: Eilat, the Dead Sea, Tiberias, and Jerusalem.
