Travel

El Al to launch new Europe, Asia routes in first expansion since October 7

"The new routes will provide an optimal solution for business travelers," according to the company, "and will strengthen economic ties between Israel and Asia.”

An El Al Boeing 787 Dreamliner; illustrative.
THE TIMELESS BAR at the Reception hotel.

Reception: Fattal’s newest Tel Aviv addition gets it right - review

THE DAN Jerusalem Hotel’s dining room.

Dan Jerusalem Hotel: Two days for the price of one at Dan Hotels - review

THE EXTERIOR of the Hotel Nordoy.

Tel Aviv's Hotel Nordoy or Nordau? Both spell comfort and luxury - review


Frozen silence, dancing lights, and a spiritual journey to Lapland

In Lapland, the Arctic silence, the endless snow, and the dancing lights remind you that the world is vast, and our moments of awe are what make it infinite.

PASSENGERS OF the icebreaker ‘Polar Explorer’ walk across the frozen surface of the Bothnian Sea.

US reiterates call for all citizens to 'leave Iran now,' in security alert on open border crossings

The US urged its citizens to "leave Iran now" due to protests, security measures, and flight disruptions. Dual nationals face the risk of detention, the travel advisory warned.

 An Iranian woman walks past an anti-US mural on a street in Tehran, Iran, April 26, 2025; illustrative

Not Austria, not France: The ski destination Israelis are flocking to

Snow attracts Israelis: More choose winter and ski trips, Eastern Europe gains over Western Europe, Thailand leads popular destinations, while the UK and Spain drop out of the top ten.

Gudauri ski resort, Georgia.

Israeli tourists flocking to Azerbaijan, Baku to up flights to Tel Aviv, official tells ‘Post’

Despite regional unrest, Israeli visits to Azerbaijan surged last year, with tourism officials citing expanded flights and long standing ties between the countries.

Baku, Old city and Flame towers

From Tel Aviv to Hanoi: Why Vietnam is emerging as a new Israeli travel favorite

Among the many reasons to visit are the country’s beauty spots. In truth, an entire article could be dedicated to Vietnamese dishes, and I would still struggle to do it justice.

A VIEW OF Vietnam’s scenic, natural atmosphere, overlooking rice fields and a beautiful forest.

How Cyprus quietly became Israel’s favorite island escape across the Mediterranean

“Israelis have discovered that Cypriots remain genuine friends, regardless of circumstances," said Louisa Varaclas, director of the Israel Office at the Cyprus Tourism Ministry.

A MEDITERRANEAN view from the roof top bar of NYX Limassol.

My four-year-old says the most precious thing in our home is our passports - opinion

Friday night, reading the newsletter at the Sabbath table, I asked her why. She said, “Because we keep them hidden in the safe, and they let us travel if we ever have to leave.”

Passport in man's back pocket, ready to head out of the country for an adventure.

Not just a ski resort: The winter where Les Arcs became a lifestyle

Four days in Les Arcs 1950 showed it’s more than skiing: 425 km of slopes, harsh cold, a luxury spa, lively après-ski, and a loyal Israeli SKIDEAL community.

Les Arcs.

Paris beyond the postcards: 7 surprising facts about the historic center

Paris is a city worth understanding, not just seeing.

Jews of China special: Tianjin (part two)

From forgotten addresses to unexpected discoveries, we explore what remains—and what has vanished—of a remarkable chapter of Jewish life in eastern China.

Tianjin's stunning riverfront is a mix of Austro-Hungarian, French, British and other colonial architectural styles.