vacation

Escaping the heat: 7 cool destinations to save your summer

From the glaciers of Alaska to the green forests of the Alps: This is how you can escape the stifling humidity and unbearable heat of the Israeli summer. 7 cool places for a perfect vacation.

By MEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV
04/05/2025

Going with the flow on a Rhine River cruise

The Riverside Debussy is an elegant new boat, launched in 2024, with amenities like a pool,  spa, and gym.

By LAURI DONAHUE
04/05/2025

Affordable Passover vacation in Eilat: NIS 1,000 per night for four people

As hotel prices in Eilat rise for the holiday, Almogim Suites offers a quality family alternative with fully equipped apartments, a pool, and prices starting at NIS 1,000 per night.

By MEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV
20/04/2025

Maldives: A destination that bans Israelis, would you book a vacation there?

How long will it take before the Israeli ban broadens into the total exclusion of all Jews, no matter where they hail from?

By COOKIE SCHWAEBER-ISSAN
20/04/2025

Passover retreats don’t have to be a spiritual and communal exodus

On a night when we are meant to be animated by the ethos of “let all who are hungry come and eat,” Passover retreats produce Seders sans guests.

By RABBI YOSIE LEVINE/JTA
18/04/2025

Visiting Mauritius is worth every minute of travel

Mauritius is much more than just a beach destination – it’s a country with a unique culture, blending Indian, African, French, and British influences.

By MEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV
16/04/2025

An experience in Thailand’s Koh Samui before the ‘White Lotus Effect’

Falling in love with this known tourist destination is not hard. The desire to relax and enjoy the soft sandy beaches is endless – especially by Israelis that love this island.

By MOTTI VERSES
14/04/2025

Celebrating Passover at sea: Thousands of Israelis choose to mark the holiday on cruise voyages

Royal Caribbean sees record demand for holiday cruises, especially on Allure of the Seas, recently upgraded for $135M. The ship now offers special packages for the Tishrei holidays.

By MEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV
06/04/2025

A night at the Six Senses Shaharut: Where you could live like the 'White Lotus' actors

It all starts when you finally arrive at the property, which is as off the grid as you can get in Israel. It’s somewhere near Mitzpeh Ramon, but all you can see are the hills of the desert.

By LINDA GRADSTEIN
06/04/2025
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