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Things To Do In Israel In December 2023
December in Israel means Christmas and Hanukkah are just around the corner. The current situation in Israel will make it difficult to fully embrace the holiday season with the same cheer as in previous years. However, we will continue to hope for better days. Watch this space for continued updates. Tourist Israel is still running private... Read More
Light up TLV! In Tel Aviv, Israel: December 19, 2022
Light up TLV! is a free event taking place on December 19, 2022, in Tel Aviv, Israel, to start off Hannukah. With fun for the whole family, especially for the kids, there will be face painting, sufganiyot, music and of course, candle lighting. The event will start at 5 pm with live music, donut decorating,... Read More
Shushan Purim in Jerusalem: March 7-8, 2023
Purim in Jerusalem is a colorful and fun time to be in the ‘city of gold’ with events taking place across town to celebrate the Jewish holiday which is a favorite among the masses. Purim is a fascinating and unique experience in Jerusalem, when the streets are filled with religious and secular alike, all dressed... Read More
Purim in Israel: March 23-24, 2024
Purim is one of the most widely popular festivals in Israel. It’s a time when the whole country comes together to celebrate, from religious Jews in Jerusalem to secular Tel Avivians. The festive spirit goes far beyond its original religious roots. Countless Purim street parties with carnival atmospheres take place in almost every city, town, and village... Read More
Tel Aviv Street Party Purim Rave: March 7, 2023
The annual block party in the streets of Tel Aviv returns for Purim 2022. The city’s biggest Purim party, this year’s event will feature music stages, stands selling clothes and accessories, seating areas, and food and drinks to buy. This is the place to experience locals and visitors from all walks of life coming together... Read More
Israir Airlines to Operate Flights From Malaga, Spain To Tel Aviv, Israel from Spring, 2023
From May 2023, Israeli budget airlines Israir will begin flying directly to Malaga, Spain from Tel Aviv, Israel. The flight time is around five hours and 50 minutes, and prices for a round trip are expected to start from $479. The first flight will run on May 16th. Israir, who are known for their domestic... Read More
Chinese Airline Hainan Opening New Flight Route From Shanghai To Tel Aviv
As of 22nd December 2022, Hainan airlines is opening a new route from Shanghai to Tel Aviv. This announcement comes just days after the Chinese airline announced the re-opening of their operations in Israel. Hainan ceased flights to Israel throughout the pandemic. They restarted their flights to Israel in November, with the first flight in... Read More
Budget Airline AeroItalia Adding Flights From Milan to Tel Aviv, from Spring 2023
The Italian airline AeroItalia is all set to start flying from Milan to Tel Aviv. They began flying internationally in July 2022, and as of March 26, 2023, the airline will have a roster of 27 routes – 23 of which are new. One of these planned routes is Milan to Tel Aviv, operating from... Read More
Ryanair Adds 5 New Flight Routes to Israel, Including Ramon Airport, Eilat, In Winter 2022
Good news for fans of the budget airline ‘Ryanair’. Ryanair are gearing up for their biggest ever schedule to Israel, operating 200 flights a week from 25 locations in Europe, with five of these being new routes as of Winter 2022. From December, four new direct flights will operate weekly to the Ilan and Asaf... Read More
Things to do in Israel in November 2023
November in Israel usually marks the beginning of the country’s cultural season, with mild winter weather to match. However, given the circumstances, there won’t be any events or festivals held in Israel in November. You can take a look at previous events and activities that have made Israel one of the most vibrant countries in... Read More
How to Stay in Israel after Birthright Taglit
So, you’ve decided to extend your stay in Israel after Birthright. Of course, we understand, who wants to leave Israel after only 10 days? You’ve made lifelong friends, incredible memories and you have tan lines that will last months. Here is a list of what you must see in Israel after Birthright, and how to... Read More