Galilee

Israelis eye quick northern getaways as Hermon snow looms this weekend

Many travelers are now looking for short winter breaks in the North that combine an alpine atmosphere, snowy views, and a relatively easy drive from the center of the country.

Snow in the northern Golan Heights
BUILT ACROSS low, two-story stone structures, Ayala is embedded within its environment rather than standing apart from it.

Isrotel expands its presence in the North with Ayala Hotel in Upper Galilee

Tour Guide Ofek Ron Carmel leads Israeli tourists from all backgrounds through the cobblestone streets of Mi’ilya. They wear Santa hats to be festive and keep their ears warm.

A look at Israel's winter wonderland in the Galilee, where Christmas comes to life

 A member of the medical staff receives a flu vaccine at the department where patients suffering from the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) are treated in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Havelhoehe community hospital in Berlin, Germany, October 30, 2020.

Four-year-old dies from flu in Israel's North in fifth fatal case this year


Hezbollah terrorists increasingly approach northern border, soldiers critique IDF response

According to soldiers, Hezbollah members have been seen approaching IDF forces while carrying hoes or performing tasks in the fields.

 IDF soldiers seen operating in northern Israel, near the Lebanese border, September 18, 2024

New boutique hotel in the Galilee overlooking the sea of Galilee will transform local vacationing

A 77-room boutique hotel in Migdal Colony, designed in a "light rustic" style blending with the landscape, is set to open in 2027 with a pool floor and open spaces overlooking the Sea of Galilee.

Tower Hotel, Sara and Nirit Frankel Architecture and Interior Design.

Israel repeats old mistakes as warning signs grow across Judea, Samaria, the Negev - opinion

Recent attacks and surging weapons flows show Israel is again ignoring warning signs of disaster, risking another October 7th.

CHARLES KUSHNER: He asked the writer: ‘How is it possible that all the signs of Hamas’s planned attack were there, and Israel failed to detect them?’

Israeli team uncovers 12,000-year-old myths in clay figurine of woman and goose

Excavated by Hebrew University researchers at Natufian settlement Nahal Ein Gev II, the 3.7 centimeter clay sculpture retains ochre traces and the fingerprint of its presumed young female maker.

Goose embracing woman, oldest human-animal depiction found in Israel.

Developing Israel’s periphery is vital for economy, aliyah - opinion

As Israel plans for the arrival of its next 10 million, the periphery must play a leading role. The region is hiding in plain sight. Now is the time to see it.

NEW APARTMENTS are under construction in Katzrin this month. The importance of developing our periphery – the Galilee, the Golan, and the Negev – is increasingly evident, the writer maintains.

The healing waters of the Galilee: Rediscovering Israel’s northern sanctuary

Its mild climate, hot mineral springs, and tranquil surroundings have vast potential for integrative wellness. Along these northern shores, a new story of healing is emerging.

DAVID’S HARP Galilee Resort overlooking Lake Kinneret, a sanctuary of light, architecture, and art design, crowning this leading destination for restorative retreat hospitality.

Not just a view of the Galilee: The Safed hotel hiding Israel’s best wine bar

26.8, the wine bar of Chef Amos Hayun at the luxurious Canaan Hotel in Safed, has been named “Israel’s Best Wine Bar of 2025,” beating top contenders from Tel Aviv.

Canaan Hotel.

Kfar Giladi Hotel and Zumu Museum to open art show in Upper Galilee

The free exhibition will span historic kibbutz spaces, featuring 60-plus works that explore the North’s path home after the war, the organizers said.

Kfar Giladi Hotel and Zumu Museum to open art show in Upper Galilee

High pollution levels found at several streams in northern, eastern Israel, ministries confirm

The Health and Environmental Protection Ministries advised against entering the water at several points due to a high level of bacterial contamination.

A scientist gathers samples for conducting bacteria contamination tests on a stream; illustrative.

Just before winter: The perfect vacation you must experience in the north

Galilee in Autumn: Just before winter arrives, it’s time to immerse yourself in green and enjoy a short, dreamy getaway in our northern and magical region.

Summit Trail.

Pastoralism in the Galilee: The lake will come back to life with hotels around it

Ma'alot-Tarshiha launches tenders for hotels and commercial centers at Monfort Lake, which attracts hundreds of thousands annually and is undergoing major rehabilitation and infrastructure work.

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