Travel

Visiting Abraham’s ‘birth chamber’ in southern Turkey

A trip to Urfa is a spiritual and religious experience, not merely a geographical one. It doesn’t offer the shallow excitement of a typical tourist site; it leaves an almost physical impact.

ABRAHAM’S POOL, whose waters and fish were sanctified according to Jewish tradition
David Stream, Ein Gedi Nature Reserve.

Hiking the Holyland: Dodim Cave, the Ein Gedi most visitors never see

In April 2004, about nine years after the assassination of Yitzhak Rabin, an emotional official ceremony took place in the heart of Berlin to commemorate Israel’s fifth prime minister. Yitzhak-Rabin-Straße.

Showing some respect: Places around the world named after famous Israelis

A jet ski owner who was recently fined NIS 15,000.

Will jet skis be banned from the Kinneret? The new regulation that could save swimmers


Rome and Athens: Israel’s unlikely new gateways to North America - comment

Rome and Athens have become de facto “Terminal Four” and “Terminal Five” for Israelis flying to North America, offering more routes, lower fares and the chance to turn a layover into a vacation.

THE LONG absence of US carriers was disturbing, yet the crisis has left us with what may be a better way to travel to North America. A well-planned stopover isn’t a compromise; it is a creative travel opportunity.

Air Tanzania becomes first airline to halt flights to Russia after Zelensky warning

The airline did not explicitly mention safety in Russia or the Ukraine-Russia War, but the announcement makes it the first airline to suspend flights after Zelensky warned Russian airspace is unsafe.

An Air Tanzania aircraft pictured in 2024; illustrative.

Thailand to halve visa-free stay for Israeli tourists starting September 15

The change places Israel among 60 countries and territories whose citizens will continue to receive visa-free entry to Thailand, but for a shorter period.

Travelers at Ben-Gurion Airport, October 23, 2025.

Brussels Airlines workers threaten strike over flights to Israel, union cites ethical objections

They argued that flying to Israel could not be deemed sufficiently safe, citing Belgium’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which advises against “all non-essential travel to Israel and Jerusalem.” 

A Boeing 737 (OO-TNB) from TUI fly Belgium is landing in Brussels-National Airport on July 3, 2026 in Steenokkerzeel, Belgium.

Italian B&B sends anti-Israel message to Israeli guest, prompting cancellation

When the guest provided her details and the host recognized she was from Israel, the property sent a message invoking the BDS campaign.

An illustrative image of a Boycott, Divestments, and Sanctions (BDS) movement protest against Israel.

Hangzhou – China’s Tech-Powered Paradise

The Jerusalem Post Podcast - Travel Edition, Episode 138

Alibaba's staff retreat venue on the edge of Hangzhou.

Israelis can flee Israel, but they cannot escape their Jewish destiny - opinion

The disappearance of Mali and Liel Yahalomi prompts a broader reflection on why Israelis dream of escaping abroad and why the pull of home may ultimately bring them back.

TO A PLACE that is serene, free of war or terrorism...

In Ein Kerem, Israel’s most unlikely wellness retreat becomes a source of healing

Ein Kerem's deepest wellness experience lies in its people, from chefs and scribes to musicians and rabbis, whose food, art, faith and hospitality create an uncommon sense of belonging.

The Khan Ein Karem Boutique Hotel’s renovation folds modern boutique comfort into the ancient stone terraces it’s built into, so the architecture itself feels like part of the valley’s healing.

A time for flight renewals: Delta’s and United’s return puts stamp on Israeli victory - comment

When the American airline giants agree to renew flights to Israel, it means the global gatekeepers have officially declared the crisis contained.

 WHEN THE American giants 'put their stamps' on our skies, it means the global gatekeepers have officially declared the crisis contained., says the writer.

Lessons from Bhutan’s pursuit of happiness

Bhutan blends breathtaking scenery, rich culture, and deep history, while offering something rarer: a chance to embrace the unfamiliar and see the world from a different perspective.

PUNAKHA DZONG, a magnificent fortress-monastery