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Best Food in Israel: Dishes Worth Traveling For
Wherever you go in Israel, you are sure to come across streets and markets filled with Israel’s best foods. In a region famous for fantastic street food, local vendors, and hole-in-the-wall eateries, treat yourself to national favorites like hummus, falafel, shawarma, and shakshuka. Food is at the epicenter of Israeli identity and a force that... Read More
Tel Aviv Coffee Festival in Tel Aviv: September, 2027 (Dates TBC)
Tel Aviv welcomes coffee lovers everywhere for its annual Tel Aviv Coffee Festival at Park HaTachana. Join a celebration of flavors and be prepared to indulge in the rich aromas of freshly brewed coffee. From exotic origins to innovative techniques, step into a world of sensations at this must-visit coffee festival in Tel Aviv. This... Read More
El Al expected to Launch Direct Flights from Melbourne, Australia to Tel Aviv, Israel in 2023
El Al Israel Airlines is expected to launch a direct flight route directly from Melbourne, Australia to Tel Aviv, Israel, sometime in 2023. The planned route was supposed to launch in the second quarter of 2020, but was delayed due to the covid pandemic, although a special covid “rescue” flight was flown during 2020 between... Read More
Western Wall
The Western Wall, also known as the “Wailing Wall” or the “Kotel”, is the most religious site in the world for the Jewish people. Located in the Old City of Jerusalem as seen on our Jerusalem map, it is the last remaining outer wall of the ancient Jewish temple and an incredibly important site of... Read More
Things to do in Israel in August 2027
During August 2027 in Israel, the cultural scene comes alive. In addition to the summertime vibes, hotter temperatures are on the rise and can climb to as high as 100°F (37°C). Be sure to take advantage of the cooler evenings and festival season, as cities like Tel Aviv and Jerusalem are bursting with things to... Read More
Watergen Open Tennis Tournament in Tel Aviv, Israel
The Tel Aviv Watergen Open was once a premier international tennis tournament held in the city, attracting top-tier players, including ATP Top 20 athletes. Fans enjoyed thrilling matches, world-class athletes, and an electric atmosphere, making it a highlight for sports enthusiasts visiting Tel Aviv. While the tournament is no longer held, its legacy remains a... Read More
Jewish Film Festival in Jerusalem, Israel: Mid-December 2026
The Jewish Film Festival returns to the Jerusalem Cinematheque this year for its annual run, celebrating the rich culture in Jerusalem. The festival explores a range of topics relating to issues of Jewish identity and faith. The relationship between Judaism and other world religions is portrayed in the films through art, culture, philosophy, and music.... Read More
Mitzpe Ramon Film Festival: November 9th-11th 2026
The Mitzpe Ramon Film Festival combines two of Israel’s best assets: gorgeous desert views and innovation. Established at the height of the COVID-19 outbreak as a way to cope with the new reality, a major goal of this festival is to incorporate “psychomagic”. This indie film festival will feature full-length films by senior directors in... Read More
Delta to launch flights from Atlanta, Georgia, to Tel Aviv, Israel in May 2023
Leading US airline, Delta, is set to launch direct flights from Atlanta, Georgia to Tel Aviv, Israel, from May 2023. Delta, who currently fly to Tel Aviv from New York-JFK and Boston, will launch the route from Atlanta to Tel Aviv with flights three times a week operated by the Airbus A350 aircraft. The flights... Read More El Al to Launch Direct Flight from Dublin, Ireland to Tel Aviv, Israel in March 2023
El Al, Israel’s largest airline is expected to begin operating a direct flight from Dublin to Tel Aviv in March 2023. The flight launch will make El Al the only airline to fly between Israel and Ireland and becoming the first airline to fly to Tel Aviv in over two decades. The route will operate... Read More El Al to launch flights between Tokyo, Japan and Tel Aviv, Israel from March 2023
Israeli Airline El Al is expected to launch a new direct flight route that will be launched between Tokyo, Japan and Tel Aviv, Israel. This is the first time a direct flight route will exist between Israel and Japan. Launching in March 2023, this new flight route will make it easier than ever to travel... Read More
