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Sea levels rising: The new threat that could displace sea turtles from Israel's beaches

A new study warns rising sea levels could shrink Israel's sea turtle nesting areas by 2100, erasing up to 96% of beach width between Tel Aviv Marina and Port.

|ByYAAKOV GOLDBERG/ZAVIT
Brown sea turtle returns to the sea.
THE HILTON NORTHOLME

Air Seychelles returns: The tropical islands' wild magic - review

Discover dramatic granite cliffs, radiant red sunsets, and pure luxury at Mahé’s Mango House and Northolme resorts.

|ByTALY SHARON
PERFORMING the ‘Tashlich’ ritual on the afternoon of Rosh Hashanah in Tel Aviv last year after Israel entered a second nationwide lockdown.

For the first time since Oct. 7: Tashlich ceremony to take place at Zikim Beach

Public tashlich events across Israel will mark Rosh Hashanah's second day, including a special gathering at Zikim Beach following its reopening.

|ByMEITAL SHARABI
MYKONOS VIEWS: Clear waters, yachts.

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.”

|BySHANNA FULD

TripAdvisor’s 2025 global best beach ranking: Which beach took the top spot?

Banana Beach in Phuket, Thailand, secured the second spot, while Eagle Beach in Aruba came in third.

FEBRUARY 19, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Aerial view of Elafonissi beach, Crete, Greece.

After Storms, hidden shipwreck emerges near North Frisian Wadden Sea

Experts want to measure and examine the remains on the beach next week using 3D technology.

JANUARY 16, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
After Storms, hidden shipwreck emerges near North Frisian Wadden Sea. EMOZION.

Paddle out at Palmahim Beach calls for release of Gaza hostages

Over 100 surfers and kayakers formed a circle of hope at Palmahim Beach, urging the return of hostages held in Gaza.

JANUARY 11, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
A paddle out for the hostages at Palmahim Beach on Friday, January 10, 2025.

Germany’s army of hobby archaeologists is coming up with amazing finds

A garment brooch made of gilded silver and adorned with almandines—a type of garnet—was discovered near the village of Reez, close to Rostock.

DECEMBER 30, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
A treasure hunter looking for metal objects on the Baltic Sea beach in Heiligendamm.

It turns out paradise exists, and it's in the Indian Ocean

A perfect mix of pristine beaches, rainforests, and clear waters—your guide to a Seychelles vacation with itineraries, accommodations, top restaurants, and must-see spots.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024ByYUVAL EINI & MALI DANIELI
Like in a postcard. Seychelles

Health Ministry issues water safety advisories for various areas of Israel

The ministry advised citizens against swimming at several Tel Aviv and Herzliya beaches.

NOVEMBER 22, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Drinking water, illustration

Two “doomsday fish” spotted on California beaches in less than three months

The proximity of these strandings has reignited discussions about the oarfish's mythical reputation as a predictor of natural disasters.

NOVEMBER 18, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
What is this monster? Second oarfish spotted on a California beach in three months.

Scientists reveal nauseating composition of Sydney’s mysterious black beach blobs

NOVEMBER 7, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Sydney’s Bondi beach. Image by ashleyt is licensed under CC BY 2.0

Mysterious white blobs wash ashore on Newfoundland beaches, baffling experts

Locals suggest blobs could be 'chunks of cheese, alien feces, or whale snot'.

OCTOBER 29, 2024ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Newfoundland beach. Image by Derek Keats licensed under CC BY 2.0.

Springs, horses, and beaches: Top attractions for family outings

For the holidays, we'll have more time with the kids to enjoy nature. Here are two attractions to enhance your family outing and unplug from screens.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024ByGIL AHARONI
Kibbutzim Stream in Emek HaMa'ayanot