Eilat

Argentinian oleh celebrates his Bar Mitzvah, conversion to Judaism 20 years after making aliyah

Ariel Weintraub, an Argentinian-Israeli who has been living in the country for the past 20 years, decided to fully convert to Judaism after connecting with his Jewish coworkers.

An Argentine oleh (new immigrant to Israel) who made aliyah 20 years ago celebrated his Bar Mitzvah in Eilat after a long period of conversion.
(R to L) Daniel Soffer Mekorot Acting CEO, Eli Cohen Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, Eli Lankri Mayor of Eilat, Andre Uzan Chairman of the Board of Directors

Mekorot to invest NIS 800 million in doubling water supply to Eilat

An Israeli soldier walks next to the border fence between Israel and Jordan, in southern Israel near Eilat February 9, 2016.

Suspected terror infiltration determined false alarm, was Jordanian Border Police operation

Sergei Nakariakov.

Classicameri Festival : Music to be savored and enjoyed


Decades-long bureaucratic battle ends: 30-year-old man receives recognition of his Jewish identity

The case originated approximately 15 years ago when the man's mother, residing in Eilat, separated from her Arab partner and decided to leave Islam and return to her Jewish roots.

 THE POPULATION and Immigration Authority office in Jerusalem yesterday.

A feast for the senses: The Dan Eilat stuns on the shores of Eilat

What was meant to be a short stay turned into an unexpected refuge, where the staff offered more than a room; they offered sanctuary.

DAN EILAT – on Condé Nast Traveler’s Top 10 list for the region.

Eilat Municipality will encourage new Israeli immigrants to begin their lives in the city

The Eilat Municipality will encourage new Israeli immigrants to begin their lives in the city and work in its hotel industry. A framework combining work incentives and housing is already in motion.

 POOLSIDE AT the Isrotel King Solomon, Eilat

Mosh’s Beach heads north: A move bringing Eilat’s magic to the shores of the Galilee

The popular southern brand opens a new complex on Achziv Beach, offering a free public beach with cultural and community events, as part of a broader return to Israel’s north.

 Mosh’s Beach in Achziv

Rishon Lezion earns promotion as Leumit League champion

Rishon will return to the Premier League after three years in the Leumit League, and many of the players will follow the club up to the top division, while Drucker is expected to be back as well.

 MACCABI RISHON LEZION celebrates after defeating Hapoel Eilat in Game 5 of the Leumit League final to capture the title.

Rishon-vs-Eilat Leumit League finals heads to decisive Game 5

Maccabi Rishon Lezion defeated Hapoel Eilat 92-87 to knot up the Leumit Final series at 2-2 and send it to a winner-take-all fifth game down south by the Red Sea.

 MACCABI RISHON LEZION forward DJ Burns had a game-high 26 points in the 92-87 win over Hapoel Eilat.

King Solomon’s carefree family haven in Eilat

I looked forward to this little vacay for weeks, thinking some adult time in the sun, some relaxation and quiet in the waters, would cure all that ailed me.

 POOLSIDE AT the Isrotel King Solomon, Eilat

Last-minute Shavuot vacation deals in Israel

The holiday of Shavuot is approaching rapidly, with the eve falling on Sunday, June 1, 2025, and the holiday itself on Monday, June 2, 2025.

 A panoramic view from Eilat promenade.

Green vacation: This is what the hotel revolution looks like

A groundbreaking collaboration between Tomgrow and the Astral Hotels chain in Eilat. The green revolution lands in the lobbies of the Queen of Sheba Hotel and the Palma Hotel.

 Queen of Sheba Eilat

Boat collision in Eilat kills one, injures 10

Out of the 11 casualties, one succumbed to their injuries, two are in moderate condition, and eight were lightly injured or suffering from anxiety, United Hatzalah commented.

 Rescue personnel in Eilat after two boats collided off the shore, May 7, 2025.