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Like the Maldives: The world's most beautiful beach near Israel

Turquoise waters, pink sand, and happy travelers: A small Crete beach tops the world’s 25 best. Also: Top Caribbean beaches and a Hawaiian spot worth a 20-hour flight.

By MEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV
27/02/2025

Antalya’s historic 'Hamam of Infidels' up for sale for $2.5 million

The decision to sell the bath was made by its eight heirs, and a "For Sale" sign was prominently displayed on the building.

Knossos Palace breaks record with over 1 million visitors in 2024

The Palace of Knossos was at the core of the Minoan civilization that flourished in Crete.

Ancient Greek vase depicting Athena fighting a giant returns to Greece

An ancient Attic black-figure lekythos was repatriated to Greece in a ceremony at the Greek Embassy in Washington, D.C., attended by Minister of Culture Lina Mendoni.

TripAdvisor’s 2025 global best beach ranking: Which beach took the top spot?

Banana Beach in Phuket, Thailand, secured the second spot, while Eagle Beach in Aruba came in third.

Greece to open new underwater archaeology museum in Piraeus in 2026

The museum, which will exhibit ancient archaeological artifacts discovered in the sea, is the largest cultural project currently underway in Greece.

Ancient Nicopolis theater restoration nears completion: ‘In the Footsteps of the Apostle Paul'

Nicopolis is included among the key sites of the Cultural Route "In the Footsteps of the Apostle Paul"--archaeological sites and monuments connected with the Second Apostolic Journey.

The favorite Greek drink is renewed: The premium version of Ouzo Plomari arrives in Israel

Ouzo Plomari Adolo, the premium version of the world’s leading ouzo, is launched in a special edition after undergoing a unique and refined distillation process.

By MEITAL SHARABI/MAARIV
16/02/2025

Israeli couple attacked in Athens after they were heard speaking Hebrew

The ministry added that one of the attackers - a Gazan who had participated in pro-Palestinian demonstrations before - was caught and detained.

 Hostage posters at Hostage Square in Tel Aviv

Grapevine February 12, 2025: Not forgotten

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

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