Metula is back: This is what the town that returned from the ruins looks like today
After three years of war, the northern town is trying to bring back travelers with historic hotels and entertainment venues that are welcoming guests once again.
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Discover Botmia Reservoir: The Golan’s peaceful hidden gem
Top Israeli chefs take over Carlton Tel Aviv kitchen for exclusive pop-up
Arava offers 28 attractions for NIS 130 until April: What does it include?
Planting hope in Samaria: A journey through vineyards, springs, and ancient history
“Thou shalt yet plant vines upon the mountains of Samaria; the planters shall plant, and shall enjoy the fruit thereof.”
Fattal unveils massive expansion with 12 new Israeli hotels
The Israeli hotel chain plans to add more than 2,000 rooms by 2030, including a NYX hotel with a water park at the Dead Sea and new properties in Eilat, Jerusalem and Tel Aviv.
A hidden underwater world: Rare rays spotted off the Galilee coast
Rangers documented dozens of endangered marbled stingrays gathering off Shavei Zion Beach, possibly for courtship. The Nature and Parks Authority urges the public to keep their distance.
Jerusalem opens its doors: Free Open House tours this month
For six days in October, private homes, unique buildings, and sites usually kept behind closed doors will open to the public as part of the Open House festival.
Coffee, culture, and conversation: Exploring Bedouin life in the Galilee
Coffee overlooking the Monks’ Mill, medicinal plants and home hospitality: Bedouin tours in the Zippori Stream Basin take place October 16-17 and 23-24, with free admission.
Arkia cancels long-awaited direct route to Tokyo
According to the airline, Japanese authorities have not approved operating the route using a wet-leased aircraft at this time.
Not Europe or skiing: Israelis prefer Asia this winter
21% of winter bookings are to Asia, Japan doubling. Tbilisi fares fell 22%, Hanukkah trips surged 2.7-fold but are shorter. Why aren't Asia fares falling?
3,500 years of history: Haifa’s oldest site reopens
After two years of work and a NIS 3 million investment, the hill housing ancient purple-dye city remains and a Byzantine church with mosaic floors has been opened to the public.
Only for the pros: Meet Israel's most extreme and challenging bike trail
A 4.1-km route, steep climbs, and technical elements: The new Kula Trail in Hefer Forest is intended for very experienced riders only and was inaugurated with an international race.
The vacation revealing a different side of the Golan
A Golan package combines lodging and spa with visiting bakeries, knafeh factory, and a market in Druze villages. What does the itinerary include, how to get around, and what to check before booking?
