Tourism

All roads lead to this Galilean kibbutz: After visiting, we understood why

Kibbutz Dafna is gradually becoming a genuine tourist destination – complete with pizza on the lawn, a vintage motorcycle museum, ice cream, and soon a deli featuring artisanal cheeses and wine.

The Dan Stream flowing through Kibbutz Dafna.
Le Morne Beach, Mauritius.

Where are Israelis escaping to during the holidays? Top destinations seeing a demand surge

"The company expects the strong operational momentum across the chain to continue into the third quarter, which is traditionally the best quarter of the year." Isrotel

Israelis stayed home, hotel profits soared

Opened with an investment of about NIS 40 million. The Aby Hotel.

The new Tel Aviv hotel where guests can head to the roof for unlimited free wine


The new wave of Israeli hotels keeping vacationers in the country

We checked which new hotels opened in Israel this year. Four out of five are in Tel Aviv, each offering a completely unique concept.

Pool at Dizengoff 99 Hotel.

Jewish, Muslim, Christian Jerusalem Old City vendors say reduced tourism is harming businesses

Vendors pointed to a shortage of flights, high airfares, and lingering fears abroad about security as the main reasons traffic into Israel has suffered.

The market in the Arab Quarter of Jerusalem's Old City. August 24, 2026.

How vacation trends are changing in Israel and worldwide

From AI-based planning and sleep tourism to new destinations and staycations: A look at the key trends shaping travel in the coming years.

Isrotel Suite Balcony, Kayma Hotel.

The City of David guest house: Adventures in the Old City - review

Soaring above the pine forests, you can see the entire Jerusalem skyline laid out at your feet. If I’d kept my phone on me, I certainly would have taken pictures of the breathtaking views. 

The writer looks relaxed from her prime perch.

Israeli in Athens says he was expelled from social event after revealing his identity

He said the incident left him especially hurt because the gathering was presented as an international event open to people from around the world.

Rafi Rom, who was kicked out of the party in Athens

Aviation Links, Palmo partner on €8.8m Greek vacation-apartment project

The Israeli companies plan to convert an existing hotel in the Greek resort town of Loutraki into 75 vacation apartments, with prices starting at €100,000.

Israeli tourism group Aviation Links (Kishrey Teufa) and Greek real estate investment firm Palmo Group are cooperating on a  €8.8 million vacation-apartment project on the waterfront in Loutraki, Greece.

After unusual warning: Greece's message to Israeli tourists

Greece's Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni reassures Israelis after Jewry warning, stating the country guarantees the safety of all visitors.

Syros, where protests against Israeli tourists arriving on a cruise ship were recently held.

Half of Israel is in Mykonos - and the Greek island has noticed

“It’s nonstop; it’s just pure fun. We don’t sleep. We only go out.”

MYKONOS VIEWS: Clear waters, yachts.

Travel abroad just like at home: The new way Israelis are skipping the airport hassle

Gett's new service lets Israelis book rides abroad in NIS via their existing app, launching in 26 countries and expanding to over 70 worldwide.

A new way for Israelis to book rides abroad - without downloading a local app.

Thailand issues arrest warrants for 20 Israelis in sweeping Koh Samui business crackdown

Among the Israelis arrested was prominent real estate developer Gal Bieber, 45, who was detained on Saturday by officers from the Bo Phut Police Station.

Koh Samui.