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Arkia announces first direct flight to Manila, Philippines, opening January 2027

Israel's first direct flight to the Philippines is set to begin in 2027.

Airbus A321 aircraft, Arkia.
An El Al Boeing 737 takes off from Ben-Gurion Airport, March 5, 2026.

There is no way to vacation from being Israeli, there are responsible ways to travel - editorial

Israel and Colombia flags at the peaceful protest of the members of the active reserve of the military and police forces against the government of Gustavo Petro, October 2023.

Israel, Colombia announce mutual visa exemption as nations continue to rebuild diplomatic ties

Your kids will love it

We were the only guests at this charming hotel, and it was heartbreaking


Does currency exchange make your vacation more expensive?

A vacation abroad is often a big expense, but from the first stage of paying for flights, you can cut the currency exchange costs by up to thousands of shekels.

 PASSENGERS CHECK in on Sunday at Ben-Gurion Airport for the first commercial flight from Israel to Doha, ahead of the World Cup tournament

As long as consumer confidence stays high, Israeli tourism will survive

Travel adviser: Flights are full and organized tours in Israel are at record numbers. The country may be on the verge of civil war, but, for now, the sky is not falling.

 PASSENGERS AT Ben-Gurion Airport get ready to leave Israel.

Take a trip to Acre, the most inviting city in Israel

Acre has developed a lot in recent years and has become a leading travel location with many museums and attractions.

 A view of an art gallery in Acre

From the Galil to the Golan, exploring Israel's north

Two to three days and 20 kilometers is just right for a spring break in the Galilee and Golan regions.

  NAHAL ROSH Pina.

What percentage of Israeli travelers overload their plates at the buffet?

Do you load more than you need at the hotel buffet? Or take home bottles of shampoo? Or feel like the "ugly Israeli" on vacation? A special survey conducted for Walla! Tourism on Israeli travelers.

Illlustrative photo of a man relaxing on vacation

For airlines, more destinations mean more problems 

TRAVEL ADVISER: How do airlines plan their long-term policies on adding new cities as destinations? Here are four key considerations.

 PASSENGERS DEPART Ben-Gurion Airport. Will airlines be adding new destinations?

Knesset celebrates 74th anniversary by inviting TikTokers to Israel

TikTok stars from around the world arrived in Israel as they embark on a trip to highlight Israel's natural beauty and cultural diversity.

 TikTok app is seen on a smartphone in this illustration taken, July 13, 2021.

A winter getaway to the Kinneret and surrounding areas

From hotel stays to spas, wine bars and excellent food, the Kinneret is the perfect place to go for a winter getaway.

 HE OHALO Manor Hotel, a kibbutz-style accommodation with plenty of green spaces, tranquility and a view of the Sea of Galilee and the Golan Heights.

A winter getaway to the Kinneret and surrounding areas

From hotel stays to spas, wine bars and excellent food, the Kinneret is the perfect place to go for a winter getaway.

 HE OHALO Manor Hotel, a kibbutz-style accommodation with plenty of green spaces, tranquility and a view of the Sea of Galilee and the Golan Heights.

Acre named most hospitable city in Israel by Booking.com

After a couple years putside of the top spot, the city of Acre retook its position as Israel's most hospitable city in this year's Booking.com Traveler Review Awards.

 ACRE HARBOR