Tourism

Reinforcement player in Beersheba: New luxury hotel with an investment of NIS 20 million

Herzl Hotel, the new boutique in the Old City, offers spacious guest rooms, short-term apartments and a conference hall – and signals the network’s expansion trend in the periphery and the center.

Herzl Hotel
A ship of the Gordon Tourism Group.

Not just a cruise: The European vacation that connects people – not just cities

Land of the Bible.

“Land of the Bible”: A new initiative seeks to bring travelers back to Judea and Samaria

Sport Club Hotel in Eilat

For the fifth consecutive time: A gluten-free vacation in Eilat


The destination that keeps breaking records – And the world's attention returns

32.9 million visitors, revenue of 1.53 trillion baht, airline congestion, and a hotel boom – Thailand reestablishes its position as one of the hottest destinations in the world.

Thailand.

Alone in the desert: The winter experience you didn’t know you needed

Winter is the perfect time to head into the desert. Travel to the Negev, soak in the winter sun, and discover the magic between craters and vineyards. We returned, as expected, completely in love.

Carmey Avdat Winery.

Najaf market suffers as Iranian visitors dwindle amid Iran crisis

The city in Iraq is home to one of Shi’ite Islam’s holiest shrines and has long relied on Iranian pilgrims, who have traditionally made up the largest proportion of visitors.

People stand inside a clothing market near the Imam Ali shrine in Najaf, Iraq, January 8, 2026.

The wild jewel of the tourism world: Meet Dubai’s heiress

Oman, the wild Muslim jewel of the Arabian Peninsula, is being crowned Dubai’s heiress. No skyscrapers or luxury malls - just untamed nature and authentic Bedouin culture.

A man riding a horse in the deserts of Oman.

Thai Police arrest four Israelis following raid on ‘drug party’ in Koh Phangan

The four Israeli nationals were charged with joint possession of narcotics and psychotropic substances for sale, drug use, and possession of untaxed electronic cigarettes.

Three Israelis were arrested for possession of narcotics and psychotropic substances for sale, drug use, and possession of untaxed electronic cigarettes after Thai police conducted a raid on a “drug party” in Koh Phangan, Thailand on January 6, 2026

Several Israelis injured in bus accident in northern Thailand, one in critical condition

The Foreign Ministry said on Saturday that it's on its way to the accident site in Chiang Mai, northern Thailand, where a bus carrying ten Israelis was overturned.

Motorcycles are seen at a bustling street in Pattaya, Thailand (illustrative)

Less selfies, more memories: The hottest travel trends for 2026

In 2026, travel centers on authenticity, cultural connection, and smart tech that improves every trip - helping you create a meaningful, unforgettable holiday.

Selfie on vacation.

 Bar Mitzvah in Israel: Why more families are choosing Israel for their Bar Mitzvah celebrations

Bar Mitzvah in Israel.

In an unexpected location: The new hotel that draws attention

Between art, nature, and a Mediterranean view: A cornerstone laid for a luxury wellness hotel in Ein Hod, joining a new wave of tourism development on the Carmel coast.

First hotel in Ein Hod.

Zanzibar, Seychelles, and Tokyo: This is the new alternative for Israelis

Ethiopian Airlines strengthens its route to Israel and provides access to over 150 destinations via its hub in Addis Ababa.

Zanzibar.