Galilee

Jerusalem Jane: Finding light and healing throughout years of war in Israel - opinion

After years of documenting terrorism, missile attacks, and the aftermath of October 7, Jane Kiel reflects on grief, recovery, and her determination to keep sharing Israel’s stories.

 Jane Kiel.
Yoaz Hendel, head of the Reservists’ Party and former minister, holds a press conference in Petah Tikva, May 10, 2026.

Yoaz Hendel attacks Ben-Gvir: 'Otzma Yehudit has become Jewish weakness'

The Western Galilee.

After two difficult years: The festival bringing life back to the Western Galilee

 A microscopic view of buried basalt from Gesher Benot Ya‘aqov. This image shows olivine basalt recovered from the Eshel Ya‘aqov borehole, examined as a thin section under polarized light to reveal its minerals and texture. Image taken under cross-polarized light (XPL); scale bar = 0.5 mm.

Ancient humans precisely navigated northern Israel to find right stones for tools, study suggests


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.

AT HOTEL CANAAN, there’s always a cozy corner to relax in.

Over 30 start-ups return Israel's northern tech hub as new recovery plan takes shape

Erel Margalit brought US business leaders and Jewish organizations together in New York to advance investment, jobs and long-term growth in northern Israel.

Erel Margalit speaks at a New York gathering focused on a long-term recovery and growth plan for the Galilee.

Health Ministry report reveals long wait times for MRI, surgeries at hospitals and clinics

Health insurance provider, area of residence, and the hospital where they are treated are all factors in how long a patient waits for care.

MRI scan.

How Israel's western Galilee is rebuilding through tourism after war

After nearly 3 years of war, small business owners, artists, and restaurateurs are rebuilding tourism in Israel’s North – one visitor at a time

The rolling hills of the Western Galilee during Spring.
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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

Despite three years of war and dwindling tourists, Israel still has many experiences to offer.

You have another reason to head north: The best pizza we ate

After several difficult months, the Western Galilee is trying to return to the travel map with a celebration of art, agriculture, tourism, and culinary delights during the month of July.

Dor Pintel at Laga'at Basade

Magic on the Sea of Galilee: 7 recommendations for the lake's most beautiful beaches

Beautiful and serene on the surface, with powerful currents beneath. If there's one place to escape to this July, it's the Sea of Galilee. Here's our guide to its best beaches.

Tzemach Beach on the Sea of Galilee.

Nourishing the North: JNF-USA's culinary school opens with a mission beyond food

The Jewish National Fund-USA's GCI isn’t just where one learns to cook; one also learns about food, nutrition, agriculture, taste, aesthetics, and more.  

KIDS FROM GONEN cooking together with Chef Ran.

Reporter's Notebook: Northern Israel slowly returns to life amid ceasefire with Hezbollah

Tourism in northern Israel is on the mend as the ceasefire with Hezbollah continues.

The Keshet cave in northern Israel as seen on July 11, 2026.

Safed Rabbinical Court may close this fall despite strong local demand

Several rabbis wrote a letter to the chief rabbi opposing the decision, and the Rabbinical Courts Administration said it is doing everything "in its power" to stop the closure, the report said.

 Buildings in old city, Safed, Northern District, Israel.