Still No Entry to Foreign Nationals, At Least Until After Israeli Elections
Students and volunteers will not be allowed to enter the state of Israel until March 27, at least. Other select groups may be able to start arriving a few days sooner, but not until after the March 23 elections have passed.
Israel Deploys Rapid COVID-19 Testing at Ben Gurion Airport
The test has a 100% success rate in identifying people who are infected.
Tel Aviv Ranks Among World’s Top Six Culinary Destinations
The other cities on “Food and Travel” magazine’s list are Palermo, Chania, Vienna, San Sebastian and Marseille.
NJ Businessman Organizing Aliyah Ship for Israelis Looking to Vote on March 23
Who can resist his infectious enthusiasm?
Israel Reopens the Skies for Citizens to Return
Up to 3,000 incoming Israelis per day will be allowed to enter.
Royal Carribean Prepares to Launch New Mediterranean Cruise, After COVID-19
“We greatly appreciate the government of Israel for their collaboration and confidence in us."
Report: Frontier Airlines Boots Orthodox Couple Whose Baby Wasn’t Wearing a Mask
When raging passengers continued to complain back at the terminal gate, the flight was canceled.
Happy Purim from Yotvata Hai-Bar Nature Reserve
Endangered and locally extinct animals mentioned in the Bible are bred here for possible reintroduction into the Negev desert.
Ultra-Orthodox Travel Group: Haaretz Claim of Preferential Treatment of Haredim is ‘Baseless Slander’
"It’s a shame that anti-hareidi slander has reached such low levels.”
Israel to Temporarily Replace National Anthem with ‘Let It Snow, Let It Snow’
This year, it appears the snow will stick around only through Thursday night when heavy rains will sweep the streets.
US Threatens Ban on El Al Over Rescue-Flight Exclusivity
With Israel’s national carrier the only airline operating flights for Israelis stranded in America due to the COVID closure of Ben-Gurion Airport, the Transportation Dep’t is threatening to prevent El Al from landing in the U.S.
Israeli Skies Closed Till Feb. 21 — Unless You Have an Exception
Your application (filled-out web form) must be accompanied by supporting document that explains the reason for your “exception.”
Netanyahu Trip to UAE, Bahrain Postponed Over COVID-19 Restrictions
"Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has decided to postpone the visit at this stage because of the closed skies.”
Watch Fresh Rainwater Gushing Down the Red Canyon near Eilat
The Red Canyon was formed following the lifting and creation of a high relief at the edge of the low rift.
CDC Issues Order Requiring Masks on All US Public Transportation
The CDC also mandated current negative COVID-19 tests for international travelers effective January 26.
Los Angeles COVID-19 Variant Discovered in Israel as Country Closes Skies
January is emerging to be the worst month Israel has experienced in regards to COVID-19 deaths since the outbreak in the country over a year ago.
Ben Gurion Intl Airport Shutting Down Till Jan. 31
“We are sealing our skies, except for limited exceptions, in order to prevent the entry of the virus mutations."
American Airlines to Launch New Direct Flights Between New York and Israel
Flights will feature kosher food available for pre-order and kosher wine.
UAE Postpones Visa Waivers for Israelis Until July 2021
Israelis who plan to travel to the UAE will need to obtain a tourist visa prior to their flight.
El Al’s ‘Sun D’Or’ Airlines Stops Operating on Sabbath
The change dates back to the acquisition of the airline in September 2020 by Eli Rozenberg, an Orthodox Jewish immigrant from New York.
Israelis Returning from UAE to be Quarantined in Coronavirus Hotels
The decision was made after it was discovered that several travelers who returned from Dubai were infected with the South African variant of COVID-19.
East Broadway Station at the Heart of the Lower East Side Celebrates 85th Birthday
When the first subway train arrived at the Lower East Side station, it was welcomed with “gleeful shouts, applause, confetti and shouts of hurrah,” according to the Forward report.
Female Cuttlefish Gluing Her Eggs to a Coral in Gulf of Eilat
In some species of squid, the females are known to mate with several males and only later choose which one would fertilize her eggs.
Israeli Driver’s License Valid Till Age 70, Effective Oct. 1, 2021
"Today we are taking another step towards implementing an important reform. . . which will save bureaucracy and financial expense for every citizen."
Mazal Tov: Sahara Ram Calf Born in an Arava Preserve
the Sahara Ram is a species of oryx that was once widespread across North Africa. The species went extinct in the wild in 2000.
Customs Catches Man Returning from Dubai with Undeclared Gold-Plated iPhone, Stone-Studded Watch
Some 4,000 Israelis traveling to Dubai on a daily basis, especially from the Arab sector.
Who Are All these Santas And Why Are They Playing Volleyball on Tel Aviv’s...
The first Hebrew city's reputation as a hub of outdoor activity has been bolstered in the age of Corona.
Jewish Students Spread Acceptance of Persecuted Minorities in Response to Anti-Semitic PA Announcement
"We would like to wish the Jews ... an excellent journey onboard the SNCB trains."
Health Ministry Confirms All Countries Designated Red Starting Sunday
Israelis who are still abroad and visiting previously designated “green” countries . . . will be given an extra week to return home without a quarantine requirement.
UAE Travel Site Leaked Israelis’ Personal Info in Hack Attack
"This is a serious failure that allows hackers who, of course, recognize such failures, to be exposed to the visas of many Israelis."