Summer

England and Wales wildfires reach record level as heatwave fuels new blazes

Phil Garrigan, chair of the National Fire Chiefs Council, told Reuters the number of wildfires had now exceeded last year's total of 1,017.

An aerial view shows burnt houses as the wildfire continues to spread to the golf course on August 14, 2026 in Stourbridge, England. During the UK's hottest day of the year, with temperatures soaring to 38.1°C, an extensive wildfire has spread to at least six homes on the edge of the golf course in
Family, illustration.

Heatwave leaves no choice: Indoor air-conditioned attractions for the summer vacation

The Rova

Jerusalem offers NIS 160 family pass to six Jewish Quarter heritage sites this summer

All the action in one place. Circo Land by Florentin Circus

First circus city opens in Israel, combining ninja, water, and extreme attractions


The celebration starts early: Israelis already racing for summer 2026 vacations

Booking sites report a 35% jump for summer 2025. Greece and Cyprus lead, Budapest and Prague surprise, with prices up to 30% lower than last summer.

Family vacation with the kids, illustration.

Understanding Israel's summer pests: A closer look at what's bugging you


SOS: Save our skin - skincare tips for the Israeli summer

Here are some easy, affordable strategies that can help you cope with Israeli heat waves, from sun protection basics to cooling tricks to keep your skin glowing (minus the sweat).

An illustrative image of a woman outside in the summer.

A sweet stop on the way to Eilat: Yotvata’s chocolate tap is back

Yotvata’s chocolate tap is back for its seventh year, a beloved landmark on the road to Eilat, where travelers sip cold chocolate, grab souvenir cups, and enjoy a sweet break.

Chocolate Tap 2025, Yotvata Inn

The summer vacation ends in two weeks – where can you still escape to?

Two weeks left of summer break! Gulliver offers last-minute deals: Cyprus from $544, Bucharest $919, plus local vacations in Israel starting at NIS 3,951. Still time for a getaway!

Paphos

Bringing the Hamptons home: How to design an Israeli summer house with an international touch

Israelis are increasingly escaping the city, creating Hamptons-inspired vacation homes. Local architects adapt the American style to Israel’s climate, landscape, and culture for a summer retreat.

Courtesy of Buchhalter Studio for Architecture and Interior Design

Suffering from the heat? These leaves are the perfect salad addition that also cools you down

Natural herbs and healing mushrooms can ease summer heat, aid digestion, improve sleep, and restore balance, helping the body stay resilient during Israel’s most challenging season.

Vegetables salad

Gai Beach at the Kinneret: New shading facilities and the Super Slider

Gai Beach Water Park at the Kinneret added new shading and a Super Slider with four slides. The 15-dunam park combines a water park and a private beach.

Gai Beach Water Park

Feeling the end in the air: Activities for the whole family to celebrate the end of summer

In August, despite the heat, evenings hint at autumn. Nature reserves and gardens offer one last wave of family activities and experiences to enjoy before summer ends.

Lantern Tour in Caesarea

Extreme heatwave: How to prevent pigmentation spots, dryness, and skin damage

Pola Blick Dayan shares 7 practical tips to keep your skin healthy and protected – before, during, and after the great heatwave.

It is possible to avoid pigmentation spots simply by treating the skin properly