Travel

US-Bound Plane Nearly Bombed By Nigerian, Ties to Al-Qaida

A Nigerian national claims the Al-Qaida terror group ordered him to blow up a Northwest Airlines plane - a passenger saves the day.

1st-Time Discovery of 2nd-Temple Dwelling in Nazareth

The remains of a dwelling from the last days of the Second Temple period have been uncovered in the heart of the Israeli Arab city of Nazareth.

Israel Air Traffic Controllers Avert Crash on Highway

Israeli air traffic controllers guided a Russian commercial airliner out of a possible horrific crash on one of Israel's major highways on Tuesday.

Light ‘Virtual’ Chanukah Candles to Visit Israel

Want to visit Israel? Light Chanukah candles over the Internet and access tourist information and win a chance for a free trip.

India's Bnei Menashe Celebrate Chanukah

The 7,200 members of the Bnei Menashe community of northeastern India ushered in the festival of Chanukah this weekend with joy and ceremony.

End of an Era: Arkia Breaks El Al Monopoly on New Immigrants

End of an era: El Al has lost its monopoly on flying immigrants to Israel, after Arkia wins the right to bring them from the Ukraine and France.

Highest Votes Sought for Lowest Point on Earth

Israel asks the Diaspora to help turn the Dead Sea – the lowest point on Earth – to the highest in the world’s seven natural wonders contest.

3 Tourists, 1 Pilot Killed in Civilian Helicopter Crash

Three British tourists and a pilot are dead after a civilian helicopter crashed in the sea off the Sironit Beach in Netanya on Tuesday.

Hiking the Golan: Yehudia Forest Reserve

Trekking the Golan Heights can be an exhilarating experience, and one that should be approached with the right preparation.

U.S. Denies Visa to MK Ben-Ari

MK Ben-Ari reports that he has been denied a visa to the United States, apparently due to pre-Disengagement protest activity.

Travel: The High Plateau of Ramat HaNegev

A visit to the Negev should be on everyone's itinerary, because only by experiencing the desert can you understand its importance.

MK Ariel: Slash Peres's Travel Budget

Knesset added NIS 2 million to Peres' travel budget, but MK Ariel says he should not receive funds to continue to praise Oslo agreement.

Int'l Delegations, Trade Shows and Conferences Flood Israel

Israel is hosting an array of international delegations, trade shows and conferences this month, drawing global leaders in their respective fields.

Beit Shearim Menorah Caves Restored

Knesset Speaker Reuven Rivlin unveiled a huge menorah relief at the Beit Shearim burial cave site, which was restored thanks to him.

Labor MK Hopes to Ban Gender Separation on 'Mehadrin' Buses

Labor MK Ophir Pines-Paz is hoping to ban gender separation on public buses, including the "mehadrin" lines serving hareidi-religious Jews.

Venezuela Doesn't Want Israeli Tourists

Venezuela is taking further steps to deter Israelis from visiting the country. A tour group from the Jewish State was forced to cancel its trip.

Travel: Making the Desert Bloom at Sde Boker

Set aside at least half a day for a visit to Kibbutz Sde Boker, home to Israel's first prime minister, a research institute, reptile farm and more.

Israel's Tourism Plunge to Turkey Threatens to be Long-Term

After switching to pro-Iran, anti-Israel side of international constellation, Turkey may find Israeli tourists mean (no) business this time.

Bnei Menashe Celebrate Sukkot in Northeast India

The Bnei Menashe community in northeastern India was able to celebrate Sukkot with lulavim and etrogim from Israel, shipped by Shavei Israel.

Ein Gedi: Spring of the Goats, Oasis of Lush Beauty

Ein Gedi, a great holiday destination, is an oasis of lush beauty in the Judean Desert along the shores of the Dead Sea.

Visiting the Mahane Yehuda Open Air Market

Let's do some holiday shopping at Jerusalem's Machaneh Yehudah for an eye-opening -- and tasty experience.

Faulty Terror Bomb Saved Israeli Tourists from Death in Sinai

Terrorists in the Sinai Peninsula planned to blow up a bus full of Israeli tourists, but their bomb failed to detonate.

Mumbai Chabad House Chose to Stay Open Despite Warnings

Chabad emissaries in Mumbai, India opened the Chabad House on Rosh HaShanah despite directives to keep a low profile.

Court Limits Use of 'Devora' Radar Guns

A Be'er Sheva Traffic Court judge ruled that radar guns are often inaccurate in a move that could affect drivers nationwide.

Photo Essay: Black Gold Beneath the Cliffs of Tzuk Tamrur?

The Tzuk Tamrur cliffs that rim the road down to the Dead Sea may hide a new energy source. The mineral-rich region brims with potential.

Mongolia and Israel to Discuss Desert Tourism

What does Israel have in common with Mongolia? Deserts. The countries will develop joint tourism ventures to each other’s respective arid regions.

Travel: Mount Tabor, Sentinel of the Valleys

Jutting west of the Kinneret, Mount Tabor stands high like a solitary faithful guardian, demanding our attention.

Travel: Gush Etzion, Holy Land Heartland

Suffering defeat four times throughout history, the residents of the historical heartland of the country are resolute to remain.

El Al Wins Tel Aviv-Eilat Route

After a Civil Aviation Authority rejection, El Al receives a special dispensation from the Transportation Minister to fly commercially to Eilat.

Travel: Beit She’an-Former Roman Showcase City

Once home to gladiator exhibitions, the Jews have reclaimed the ancient Roman showcase city of Beit She'an.

US Criticizes Israel for Security Restrictions on Tourists

The U.S. has sharply criticized Israel for travel restrictions on Americans, mostly those with Arab origin whom Israel considers security risks.

Travel: Mount Gilboa-Once Cursed, Now Blooming

The Bible jumps out of the stones and earth wherever you look from this historic mountain in northern Israel.

High Holidays Travel Warnings and Counterterror Guidance

The Prime Minister's Office issued a travel advisory overview for the Jewish high holiday season. Specific counterterror guidance is also provided.

22nd Klezmer Festival Opens in Tzfat

The twenty-second international Klezmer Festival is expected to draw tens of thousands of people to the mystical northern city.

Travel: Gamla, the Masada of the North

Josephus records a courageous stand against the Roman Legion at Gamla, an isolated mountain in the north of the country.

Travel: Southern Hevron Hills

Travelling along the road of the Patriachs and exploring Susiya's ancient synagogue are some of the surprises that the Southern Hevron hills offer.

The Western Wall Enters the Twitter Age

The Western Wall has entered the Twitter age with a service that lets people world wide send their prayers to be placed as notes in the wall.

If Jerusalem’s Stones Could Talk

An ancient Jerusalem wall where King Hezekiah and the Prophet Isaiah once tread reveals its secrets.

Haifu U. Underwater Excavations Ranked One of World's Important

Underwater archaeological excavations in Turkey were chosen by the Archaeological Institute of America as one of the most important in the world.

Audio: In Conversation with England's Chief Rabbi

Radio host Walter Bingham in conversation with Chief Rabbi Sir Jonathan Sachs. And, all about a model of the Second Temple.

Matot-Masei: An Anchored Journey

C-Section Due to Swine Flu, Mother in Serious Condition

Swedish tourist gives birth by Caesarian section due to complications of swine flu. A second tourist is also hospitalized with serious H1N1 flu.

‘Stunning’ Art School Exhibit Opens in Jerusalem

The annual student exhibit at the Oman religious art school opened Monday night to rave reviews.

Jerusalem Named #17 Best Tourist City

Annual poll by Travel and Leisure Magazine names Jerusalem its #17 city for tourists throughout the world – ahead of Los Angeles, Paris, and more.

Promoting Holy Land Tourism in the USA

A new Tourism Ministry campaign focuses on Israel's religious and historical aspects. The Tourism Minister will visit North America this week.

Pinchas: A Living Heritage

Tourism Takes from Germany with New Berlin-Tel Aviv Route

Good news for Israel’s tourism industry: Germany’s second largest airline has inaugurated a twice-weekly flight connecting Berlin and Tel Aviv.

New Israeli Consulate in China To Boost Partnership, Prosperity

Israel has inaugurated a new Israeli consulate in China and looks forward to stronger ties with China's prosperous southern manufacturing region.

1,700-Year-Old Mosaic Floor to be Unveiled in Lod

A 1,700–year-old mosaic floor depicting colorful mammals, birds, fish and flora, and sailing ships from the period is to be unveiled in Lod.

PA Blocking Dead Sea from 7 Wonders of the World Contest

The PA refuses to nominate the Dead Sea as one of the 7 wonders of the world, and as a result it will probably be disqualified from the contest.

Philippines, Israel Strengthen Ties

Philippines Tourism Minister Durano is on his first-ever visit to Israel this week, strengthening the existing ties between the two countries.

Tel Aviv Beach Surfs to NYC for Birthday Party

Thousands turned out Sunday to enjoy the sands of Tel Aviv – even though the beach was oceanless and the sand dumped in NYC's Central Park.

Thousands Amass at Wall for Up-to-Date Prayers

A mass prayer rally was held at the Western Wall on Sunday, beseeching Heavenly compassion in the face of a host of threats on the Jewish People.

Yisrael Beiteinu Threatens to Veto Budget over VAT

Yisrael Beiteinu is threatening to vote against the national budget over a proposed tourism tax. Misezhnikov: Tax would cost NIS 2.4 billion.

Tourism Ministry: The Russians are Coming, Let’s Capitalize

The Minister of Tourism is meeting with Russian officials to capitalize on the enormous Russian tourist potential.

Revolution at Hebrew U. - A Pro-Israel Student Union

A revolution is brewing at Hebrew University – for the first time in several years a distinctly pro-Israel student union has come to power.

24 Iranian Protestors Killed by Government Forces

At least 24 Iranians were shot and others wounded Monday by forces loyal to President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, according to non-Iranian sources.

Returning to Joshua and Caleb

One of the handful of government authorized ascents to the tombs of Yehoshua and Calev (Joshua and Caleb) took place last week.

More Than 100 Cases of Swine Flu in Israel

More than 100 people have been diagnosed with swine flu in Israel since April – 23 new cases on Sunday alone. A new flu vaccine is ready for tests.

Israel Prepared as WHO Declares Swine Flu Pandemic

The World Health Organization has officially declared the worldwide outbreak of the H1N1 virus, “swine flu,” to be a pandemic.