What I discovered about Herzl’s room in Basel
When we celebrate Independence Day, it is easy to forget that the idea of the Jewish State was not born in the desert or in the Middle East, but in Basel, on the cool banks of the Rhine River.
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Soaking in Budapest: Thermal tradition, Jewish legacy, and a city reborn after dark
Why Israeli travelers are turning to Seychelles’ quiet luxury
‘Astonishingly fun’: UK’s No.1 attraction isn’t what you think
The shake-up at the top followed two years in which the British Museum had led the rankings.
Minecraft World to open at UK theme park
The project represents a meaningful milestone in expanding the Minecraft universe into real-world experiences.
Chicago health inspectors flag sanitation problems at Trump hotel restaurant
Plumbing problems in the prep area caused sinks to drain wastewater onto the kitchen floor.
Australia issues warning: Avoid Dubai, even for flight connections
The shock of repeated strikes is rippling through the business and financial sectors in Dubai.
Panoramic views, Israeli breakfast: A memorable night in Jerusalem's Herbert Samuel
The Herbert Samuel Hotel in Jerusalem is not just a well-known five-star hotel; it’s also named for my fellow Liverpudlian Herbert Samuel, who was born there in 1870.
Israeli-funded €136.5m complex to deliver a luxe hotel and holiday village in Greece
An Israeli-owned developer plans to invest 136.5 million euros in a new five-star resort and luxury residential complex on the western stretch of Kalamata’s beach.
As crowds return, Israel’s Red Sea resort rolls out freebies and bargains
The Eilat municipality says most events require no registration, with free family workshops, beach performances, and guided desert tours scheduled daily until 31 march.
Twin giant 'Doomsday fish' found along a Mexican beach, startling tourists
Officials said the deep-sea fish usually live about 1,000 meters down, and beachgoers reported panic.
Meghan Markle set to lead a $1,930-a-ticket women's retreat
The retreat, called Her Best Life, will feature a schedule of wellness and connection activities.
Fleeing Dubai, expats leave pets behind
K9 Friends Dubai has faced a wave of requests from people seeking to give their pets and a jump in alerts about abandoned puppies.
