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Where are Israelis escaping to during the holidays? Top destinations seeing a demand surge

Ahead of the High Holy Days, vacation demand has jumped 25%, with Seychelles, Mauritius, and Corfu leading as safety becomes a top traveler priority.

Le Morne Beach, Mauritius.
Pool at Dizengoff 99 Hotel.

The new wave of Israeli hotels keeping vacationers in the country

Syros, where protests against Israeli tourists arriving on a cruise ship were recently held.

After unusual warning: Greece's message to Israeli tourists

A new way for Israelis to book rides abroad - without downloading a local app.

Travel abroad just like at home: The new way Israelis are skipping the airport hassle


First store and new hummus start-up: Skinny Pasta expands

Diet brand Skinny Pasta opens its first factory outlet in Israel at Renanim Mall, adding a hummus start-up by chef Avi Levy alongside konjac products, meals, bundles and healthy food options.

Skinny Pasta brand pop-up at Renanim.

From Sauvignon Blanc to Syrah: The bistro turning Israeli wine into the star of the evening

Guided tastings, boutique wineries, and a menu specially designed for wine: At CAFÉ CEZAR in Rehovot, a new project highlights Israeli wines - from Golan Heights Winery to Castel and Raziel.

Wine Journey at Cezar.

'Are you a baby killer:' California hotel staffer claims to be fired after harassing Israeli guests

A hotel staffer, identifying as Ryan Smith on a GoFundMe fundraiser, said in an Instagram post that he had said "free Palestine" to a pair of Israeli guests at the Oceanpoint Ranch in Cambria.

The Israeli guests (L), and harrasser (R), taken from social media.

Group of deaf Israeli civilians rescued from heart of Nablus in unusual West Bank incident

The group entered the Palestinian city after reportedly being invited to a meal by a local Palestinian resident.

ISRAELI SECURITY forces operate during a raid in the West Bank city of Nablus, May 3, 2026.

War’s hidden toll: Mental health treatment in Israel surges 240%

Israel’s largest healthcare provider said it has recruited 290 mental health professionals and expanded dozens of clinics as demand continues to surge.

As trauma surges, Israel is racing to build a mental health system that can meet a nation under prolonged stress.

Less than one-fourth of Israeli teenagers trust country's leadership, study shows

"Teenagers in Israel are not asking to be spoken for," said National Student and Youth Council Chairman, Dror Cohen. "They are asking to be real partners."

Illustrative; Israeli students take part in a rally calling for the release of Israelis held hostage by Hamas terrorists in Gaza, in Jerusalem, December 18, 2024.

Israel’s upcoming election season could become its ugliest yet - opinion

In the end, Israelis will survive this election. But the real question remains unanswered: What kind of society will be here once it is over?

A man wearing a mask depicting Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu holds images of National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich at a protest in Tel Aviv, last month. When both sides view the election in such existential terms, restraint disappears, the writer warns.

Israel’s future by 2030: Experts split before crucial 2026 vote - opinion

Israel faces a defining moment as experts warn that social divides and migration trends could shape its future through 2030.


Mamdani’s anti-Zionist policies are targeting New York's Jewish businesses - opinion

Jewish organizations accuse Mayor Zohran Mamdani of undermining protections against antisemitism in New York City.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani pictured during his first day in office, January 1, 2026.

Israel’s resilience is the country’s strongest message to the world - opinion

From security to innovation, Israel’s resilience has become a model for confronting modern global threats.