Luxury

As travel abroad gets harder, well-off Israelis buy private vacation flats used only on weekends and holidays. “Real distance isn’t measured in kilometers, but in the feeling of disconnect.”

The OCTA costs three times more than the basic Defender, but with a 635-hp V8 engine and a wealth of equipment, here is a British answer to the Mercedes G-Class.

Kylie Jenner was seen in Saint-Tropez with a rare Hermès bag worth as much as a new car. The Isabel Marant swimsuit she wore sold out within minutes after photos of her were released.

Carmel Baby, the first maternity hotel in Haifa and the north, offers luxury stays, 24/7 medical care, a kosher restaurant, and special launch rates for new mothers and their families.

Two years after opening, Acro sells its stake in THE GEORGE hotel in Tel Aviv’s Alpha Tower to Electra Group for NIS 113M. The deal is expected to generate a pre-tax profit of about NIS 25M.

Occupancy beginning Summer 2028.

Chef Franck Garanger of Explora Journeys received the French Knight of the Order of Agricultural Merit for his outstanding contribution to gastronomy, blending tradition with innovation.

Royal Caribbean unveils its second Icon-class ship with Diana Ross as godmother, reinforcing its lead in premium cruises amid MSC and Norwegian competition. Prices start at $1,060.

Amid a market slowdown, Prashkovsky Group reports a rare sale: a preserved penthouse in Neve Tzedek sold for NIS 50 million. The firm balances historic preservation with broad urban renewal efforts.

MSC Cruises announces the addition of the luxurious MSC Yacht Club to the MSC Magnifica as part of extensive upgrades. The club offers a “ship within a ship” experience with 63 suites.