Israel Ministry of Tourism Southern United States Region

A new luxury hotel, The Yacht, has opened at Herzliya Pituach Marina, introducing a large-scale waterfront property designed to serve both leisure and business travelers along Israel's Mediterranean coast.

Israel has approved the building permit for its first on-site airport hotel at Ben Gurion Airport, adjacent to Terminal 3, following approval by the National Planning and Licensing Authority.

ESHKOL PARK, Israel — The Canaanite Blues Festival returns on Aug. 27, 2026, celebrating its third year with its most expansive edition to date, featuring a new stage, expanded lineup, and a move to Eshkol Park in HaBsor National Park.

The Israel Open Golf Championship will be held Oct. 11–13 at Caesarea Golf Club on Israel's Mediterranean coast. The 18-hole, par-72 course plays to a maximum of 7,200 yards and features dunes and lakes.

ROSH PINA, Israel — The 13th annual Rosh Pina Wine Fair is set to return in one week, bringing together one of Israel's signature wine and food festivals for an evening of tastings, cuisine, and live entertainment.

The Israel Ministry of Tourism's Southern Region is participating in the 2026 Southern Baptist Convention Annual Meeting in Orlando this week, with activities and engagements continuing through Wednesday.

The Jerusalem International Jazz Festival will return for its 12th year from June 9–11, 2026, at the Israel Museum.

During an educational excavation at Korazim National Park, operated by the Israel Nature and Parks Authority, a rare deep-blue Nicolo gemstone was discovered, dating back to the Roman or Byzantine period-approximately 1,500 years ago.

Miami, FL — Israeli chef Raz Shabtai has earned a Michelin star for his Miami restaurant, Mutra marking the first time a kosher restaurant has received the honor anywhere in the world.

JERUSALEM — The government has approved a new planning reform designed to expand Israel's hotel room supply by allowing limited residential development within hotel-designated areas.