Online walking tours give travelers a real feel for cities before they commit to flights, hotels, and time off. Here is all you need to know about VR city experiences and why they've turned into many tourists' favorite tools
The hotel, which will co-host the Super Bowl, the American Football League final, will hold dog adoption days at hotels in the cities of the competing teams; puppies playing will be broadcast live
Luxury rooms, exquisite dining, spa services, and world-class hospitality make Parklane in Limassol and The Landmark in Nicosia perfect for a winter getaway
Instead of a flat tax for all tourists, the city council is proposing a tiered model: tourists in luxury hotels will pay more, while those staying in hostels and rental apartments will receive a discount. Who will pay double and who is completely exempt from the payment?
Belmond unveils its first Paris to Amalfi Coast journey for 2026, combining overnight rail travel, Pompeii tours, and a luxury stay in Ravello
The tourism platform Tripadvisor has published its list of top destinations for 2026. Rankings highlight Bali, London, Dubai, and New York, based on traveler reviews across hotels, food, and attractions
10 RON per night (around 2 euros) for every tourist starting January 1, 2026: Bucharest joins European cities imposing accommodation taxes, with the collection done through hotels and apartments to invest directly in urban tourism
The landscaping is beautifully green and well-kept, the lobby and rooms are nicely decorated, the swimming pool is heated, and the food tastes great. We visited the Ayala Hotel in Kibbutz Ayelet HaShahar, part of the Isrotel Collection. What does the hotel have to offer? And how much will you pay for the pleasure?
Biometric tourism is expanding: Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism has developed hotel check-in technology that allows guests to bypass the front desk and unlock their rooms with a smartphone. Are digital car rentals coming next?
The EU has reached a deal to slash net greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2040, updating its Climate Law and long-term targets; what does this mean for cruise lines, airlines, and hotels?
Romance and adventure await in Lapland: enjoy breathtaking views from glass igloos at a new premium hotel opening now on the slopes of the Ounasvaara Hills, with the promise of an enchanting Arctic experience | In collaboration with Kishrey Teufa
A new partnership allows airBaltic's passengers to enjoy a luxurious spa holiday in the resort town of Jurmala, a short drive from Riga, Latvia. Packages include Comfort and Premium rooms, rich spa facilities, and breakfast
Isrotel launches a new Tel Aviv hotel, blending urban style with top-tier dining — including the renowned Shila. CEO Lior Raviv: “A chef-led restaurant makes the experience truly unique”
With rising occupancy and global growth, only 20% of Fattal’s revenue now comes from Israel. The group targets up to ₪8.5B in 2025
Hilton, Marriott, and Accor dream of Saar Tsafrir designing their next hotel, but he chooses bold projects that showcase Israeli style worldwide. Now, the design star takes on his biggest project yet: fatherhood
Will the next booking be through social networks? Will our phone become an additional guest in the room? Will trash sorting start in the rooms? And will you move to live in a hotel this year? Here are the 5 hottest trends in the hotel industry for 2025
Lior Raviv, CEO of Isrotel, in an interview with PassportNews: "Anyone can invest in hotels if they have the money. The difference is the team, employees, managers, and organizational culture that has existed with us for 40 years." On expansion abroad: "By the end of 2025, I hope we can reach 10 additional hotels abroad." And what did Raviv say about the secret of Isrotel's success?
The luxury hotel chain recorded impressive growth from 761 hotels at the end of last year and marks its 1,000th hotel in Asia-Pacific, with 915 more hotels in development on the continent. It plans to double its number of hotels in the region in the coming years
Isracard credit card holders can enjoy a luxurious winter deal with 20% off a selection of network hotels. All details inside
