Travel
The city across our border that turned UN soldiers into its tourists
Tyre was for years a destination for UN soldiers, diplomats, and international workers. Now, with the end of UNIFIL’s mandate, the city faces a shift that could also affect the local economy.
Beyond the postcards: The Seychelles’ wild magic - review
Exploring Jewish history on an Adriatic cruise - review
Solving the ‘what now?’ dilemma at Kfar Maccabiah Hotel - review
Arkia announces first direct flight to Manila, Philippines, opening January 2027
Israel's first direct flight to the Philippines is set to begin in 2027.
There is no way to vacation from being Israeli, there are responsible ways to travel - editorial
Israelis are entitled to rest, travel, and enjoy the world without apologizing for their existence. And for that, they must go abroad with confidence, but also with awareness.
Israir to begin New York flights in September after $85m. investment in two Airbus A330 aircraft
The first flight from Tel Aviv to New York is scheduled for September 15, while the first flight from New York to Israel is planned for September 17.
The way to Jerusalem: A modern-day pilgrimage in the land’s ‘diverse embrace’
If ancient pilgrimages were about holy sites, religious ritual, forgiveness, and redemption, modern pilgrimages are about personal growth and connection with people and places.
Israelis, Jews abroad face heightened terror threat as High Holy Days near, NSC warns
The National Security Council warned that Iran and its proxies remain the leading global terror threat to Israelis and Jews, while stressing that no new travel warnings were issued.
Hangzhou offers a glimpse of China’s journey from silk to silicon
A journey through Hangzhou and Zhejiang reveals a China embracing both its ancient heritage and a high-tech future, from tea fields and historic canals to AI and robotics.
Rome and Athens: Israel’s unlikely new gateways to North America - comment
Rome and Athens have become de facto “Terminal Four” and “Terminal Five” for Israelis flying to North America, offering more routes, lower fares and the chance to turn a layover into a vacation.
Air Tanzania becomes first airline to halt flights to Russia after Zelensky warning
The airline did not explicitly mention safety in Russia or the Ukraine-Russia War, but the announcement makes it the first airline to suspend flights after Zelensky warned Russian airspace is unsafe.
Thailand to halve visa-free stay for Israeli tourists starting September 15
The change places Israel among 60 countries and territories whose citizens will continue to receive visa-free entry to Thailand, but for a shorter period.
Brussels Airlines workers threaten strike over flights to Israel, union cites ethical objections
They argued that flying to Israel could not be deemed sufficiently safe, citing Belgium’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which advises against “all non-essential travel to Israel and Jerusalem.”
