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Israel’s beautiful pedestrian mall undergoes comprehensive upgrade

After many years, renovation works will begin in Zichron Ya’acov pedestrian mall. The project will last about three months and include lighting upgrades, seating areas, shading and, landscaping.

|ByMEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV
Zichron Ya’acov pedestrian mall.
Red anemones from Shokeda Forest.

South in the Heart returns: Where to explore, eat, and see stunning blooms

The Darom Adom festival, now South in the Heart, returns with traditional activities, optimism, and hope. Come support a region that has become a symbol of resilience.

|ByMEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV
Gudauri ski resort, Georgia.

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.

|ByMEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV
Yiftach Singletrack – Named after Yiftach Gurni.

15 kilometers of the spirit of heroism: A new bike singletrack in the heights of Pitchat Nitzana

A new bike singletrack in Ramat HaNegev, inaugurated in memory of the late Yiftach Gorny. A 15 km circular route with flowing riding, scenic viewpoints, and stories of regional heroism.

|ByMEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV

24-year-old Israeli drowns during post-military trip in Laos

The Israeli consulates in Hanoi and Bangkok, as well as the Foreign Affairs Ministry, are in contact with his family and are helping to transport his body to Israel.

OCTOBER 16, 2022ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
A view of the Mekong river bordering Thailand and Laos is seen from the Thai side in Nong Khai, Thailand, October 29, 2019. Picture taken October 29, 2019.

A breathtaking trip to Jordan

Our trip was run by Discover Jordan Tours and Yalla Yarden (the Israeli agent), which organize group and individual trips to Jordan.

APRIL 9, 2022ByTALY SHARON
SCENES FROM JORDAN: The Al Manara luxury resort, the breathtaking Petra and Wadi Rum.

Sweet trips for the High Holy Day season

A list of events – and one short hike – to make this High Holiday season especially sweet. 

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021ByMEITAL SHARABI
Ophir's farm

Shavuot: Hikes, trips, activities for the holiday

Shavuot this year is in mid-May, in the heart of spring, so on almost any hike we’ll enjoy warm and pleasant weather.

MAY 13, 2021ByMEITAL SHARABI
RIDING HIGH at Rancho Menis.

2021 Travel News: Find the Best Value Family Days Out with New Price Comparison

JANUARY 7, 2021ByLEO GIOSUÈ

Tour Israel: Day-tripping

The region is full of breathtaking landscape and gushing springs, which are the perfect salve for people looking to get away from their hectic lives for a few hours and finally be able to relax

FEBRUARY 20, 2020ByMEITAL SHARABI
Ein Moda

Birthright should pay its non-Israeli trip leaders

The Israeli staff are rightfully paid for their contributions to creating this once-in-a-lifetime Jewish experience. The trip facilitators, on the other hand, are not.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2019ByJTA/ELI REITER
Birthright Israel members attend the Celebrate Israel Parade in New York City, 2019.

Visit to Russia, Britain has more electoral benefits for PM than India

Netanyahu's surprise trip to London, where he is expected to meet both UK PM Johnson and the US Defense Secretary, there are electoral benefits for both Netanyahu and Johnson.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2019ByHERB KEINON
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu looks at his watch before delivering a statement at the Knesset, Israel's parliament,

Prognosis: Life

130 Israeli children battling cancer experience a week in London

AUGUST 29, 2019ByBRIAN SCHRAUGER
ONE-HUNDRED AND THIRTY Israeli children fighting cancer enjoy the sights of London for a week-long vacation.

6 Tips to travel with Halong Bay Overnight Cruise for the first time

Travelling by cruise is the best way to enjoy the unique beauty of Halong Bay

AUGUST 7, 2019ByLEO GIOSUÈ