Tourism

This is the new Israir aircraft that will fly you to New York this year

The Israeli airline is finalizing the purchase of two wide-body Airbus A330 aircraft and plans to operate flights to New York as early as the third quarter of this year.

Israir is finalizing the purchase of two wide-body Airbus A330 aircraft
Sharon Shlomo, the CEO of The Israel Experience.

After October 7th, we thought no one would want to come here- we were wrong

The refuge garden at Nebi Samuel Park

Israel's secret gardens where rare species on the brink of disappearance are being saved

A general view of Jerusalem's Old City shows the Western Wall, Judaism's holiest site, in the foreground as the Dome of the Rock, located on the compound known to Muslims as Noble Sanctuary and to Jews as Temple Mount, is seen in the background.

Grapevine, May 29, 2026: Meaningful conversation


Blue Bird opens three new routes to Europe this summer

The Greek–Israeli airline Blue Bird announced the launch of three new routes from Tel Aviv: Burgas, Chania in Crete and to the island of Kos.

Blue Bird

New cruise terminal inaugurated at the Port of Haifa

The Haifa Port Company has inaugurated a new cruise terminal with an investment of NIS 16 million, which will enable the simultaneous reception of up to two large cruise ships.

New cruise terminal inaugurated at the Port of Haifa

Haifa Port opens new cruise terminal as Israel’s tourism sector eyes recovery

The new terminal, built at an investment of more than NIS 16 million, is expected to begin operating with the opening of the cruise season on May 14.

A NEW port in Haifa.

Israeli woman killed, several Israelis injured in Panama highway crash

An Israeli tourist was killed in a Panama crash near La Chorrera; ZAKA says efforts are underway to return the body and wounded Israelis to Israel.

The scene of a bus crash in Panama where an Israeli woman was killed on May 13, 2026.

Soak, sip, savor: The ultimate Budapest experience

Budapest is a city where history, indulgence, and rejuvenation flow together—quite literally.

Zwack Unicum is a legendary, dark Hungarian herbal liqueur created in 1790, made from a secret blend of over 40 herbs and spices.

After Hanoi, Arkia opens a new direct route to the Far East

The route joins the direct flights operated by the company to Hanoi and will allow travelers to fly to eastern Vietnam and return through Hanoi and exit from Saigon, or vice versa.

Ho Chi Minh City

One of the most isolated countries in the world opens to visitors

The Kingdom of Bhutan is opening a new airport and an innovative mindfulness city that will make it much more accessible to travelers.

One of the hardest-to-reach destinations in the world will become much more accessible to international travelers

This is the country with the best hiking in Europe

A new study examined which country is most recommended to travel in Europe, and found that it is none other than France.

The French Alps

Israel’s beautiful pedestrian mall undergoes comprehensive upgrade

After many years, renovation works will begin in Zichron Ya’acov pedestrian mall. The project will last about three months and include lighting upgrades, seating areas, shading and, landscaping.

Zichron Ya’acov pedestrian mall.

Reporters Notebook: Israel’s northern border amid peace and war

Despite ongoing tensions, Israel's northern border shows signs of quiet resilience as local communities resume life amid rising security threats.

Northern Israel registers peace amid the ceasefire with Hezbollah.