Holidays

Israeli e-commerce orders dropped 12% in September due to the holiday season as consumers turned to travel and physical stores. International platforms like AliExpress and Shein saw declines, while local retailers like Shufersal and Terminal X experienced shifts.

Phoenix Gamma index data reveals credit card spending trends during Sukkot, showing growth in restaurants, fashion, and travel destinations like Eilat and the North.

Israel's credit card spending hit a record daily average of 1.775 billion NIS in September 2026, driven by holiday tourism, online shopping, and surging fuel costs.

Osher Ad is offering plastic chairs for 12.90 NIS, providing a budget-friendly seating solution for families hosting holiday guests and managing seasonal expenses.

Israeli families face an estimated 3,500-shekel surge in holiday expenses due to festive meals, children's days off, and cumulative inflation over recent years.

Israeli teachers and students face uncertain holiday schedules as the Teachers' Union wage agreement approaches expiration, sparking concerns over future bridge days.

Fintech firm Hyp reports that ahead of the Jewish New Year, Israelis made more transactions but spent less money overall amid rising living costs.

Discover free family activities across Israel for the Sukkot holiday, featuring nature tours in the north, festivals in the center, and open-space attractions in the south.

Holiday preparations, long drives, and extended sitting often trigger back pain. Orthopedic experts explain how cumulative physical load affects the spine and share practical tips for prevention.

Machsanei HaShuk launched major holiday promotions featuring discounted festive foods, wines, folding tables, and barbecues valid through October 2, 2026.

A shortened workweek ahead of Yom Kippur and Sukkot threatens temporary localized shortages of fresh dairy, eggs, and poultry in Israeli retail chains, prompting preemptive supply management.

Israel's National Insurance Institute outlines September 2026 benefit payment schedules and advances due to the holidays. Child and long-term allowances are adjusted, while average payouts rose by up to 2.64%.

Discover the secret to baking perfect, melt-in-your-mouth Israeli honey cookies for the holidays. Follow this easy recipe for a sweet and traditional treat.

The Rami Levy chain published its operating schedule for the 2026 Tishrei holidays, detailing special hours and 18 designated branches opening on Saturday nights.

Israeli tourism trends shift toward the Tishrei holidays, but data shows August can be cheaper. Travelers face algorithmic pricing and rising costs.

Yohananoff supermarket chain launches an unprecedented promotion, offering children's bicycles for just 199 shekels ahead of the Tishrei holidays alongside introducing smart shopping carts.

The Osher Ad chain launches holiday promotions for Sukkot, offering foldable Sukkahs, bamboo roofing, and synthetic grass starting at 59.90 NIS to help families reduce holiday expenses.

Discover ten family-friendly holiday activities across Israel for Rosh Hashanah, combining apiary tours, desert adventures, science exhibits, and historical heritage sites from north to south.

Moscow's Jewish community prepared for the High Holidays with expanded social and educational services, receiving an official greeting from President Vladimir Putin.

Ahead of the holidays, Hatzit Hinam is offering discounted kitchenware, tableware, and home products, with prices ranging from 29.90 NIS to 100 NIS.

Rami Levy Hashikma Marketing launched holiday discounts ahead of Tishrei, featuring appliances, home goods, and special Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur branch hours.

British police arrested two suspects over Iran ties as the UK ramps up security for the Jewish High Holidays amid rising antisemitic incidents and political tensions.

Rami Levy published updated holiday operating hours for Tishrei, detailing extended schedules before Rosh Hashanah and shortened hours on Yom Kippur eve.

A comprehensive survey for Rosh HaShanah 2026 reveals that the employee holiday gift market in Israel has surpassed ₪5.5 billion. While digital apps and deep personalization are expanding, physical gifts remain surprisingly popular among workers.

The popular food chain is issuing an important update ahead of the busiest days of the year, and is publishing the updated opening time for branches that will affect thousands of families in Israel.

The Rami Levy Hashikma Marketing chain is updating customers on operating hour adjustments for this coming Saturday night, September 5, 2026. Most branches will open one hour after the end of Shabbat, with the exception of six locations that will remain closed.

Grim data reveals: More than a fifth of family spending on food during the holidays goes to waste, and tens of millions of cubic meters of water are wasted precisely in a difficult year for agriculture.

Due to the Tishrei holidays, the National Insurance Institute is updating its payment schedule for millions of recipients. Benefits will be transferred to bank accounts earlier than originally planned.

About 2.5 million passengers are expected to pass through Ben Gurion Airport during September, with a forecast of about 100,000 people per day at the airport ahead of Rosh Hashanah. The Israel Airports Authority management, the workers' committee, and the Histadrut have agreed to accelerate the recruitment process for employees to avoid a repeat of the scenes seen two weeks ago.

Ahead of the autumn holidays, the National Insurance Institute announces a significant adjustment to payment dates for millions of beneficiaries, including unemployment, disability, and child benefits.

Due to the Tishrei holidays, the National Insurance Institute is rescheduling benefit payments to earlier dates. Find out when funds will be deposited into your account and how the average payment amount has changed.

Ahead of the Tishrei holidays, the National Insurance Institute has announced early payment dates for unemployment benefits, income support, and long-term allowances. The first payments will be issued on September 8, with further advancements scheduled later in the month.

The fixed date for the payment of long-term benefits for August falls this year on a Friday, and following rumors about an early payment, the National Insurance Institute has clarified the schedule. Significant early payments are expected in September due to the Tishrei holidays.

The holiday season brings changes to the payment schedule: The National Insurance Institute announced today that two payment dates in September have been moved up. Who will receive their funds as early as September 8, and which benefits will be paid early on September 22?

Ahead of the Tishrei holidays and the intense competition for the consumer's wallet, the Shufersal chain is the first to launch a series of unprecedented promotions and floor prices on products loved by millions of households in Israel.

The Tishrei holidays are expected to affect payment dates for some benefits in September. Current dates on the National Insurance Institute website are subject to change.

The fast of Yom Kippur 5787 will begin on Sunday, 9 Tishrei, 20.09.2026, and will last until the end of the fast on Monday evening, 10 Tishrei, 21.09.2026.

Despite security concerns, Lufthansa is preparing for the holiday season and the expected surge in travel demand, continuing to expand its flight operations in Israel.

Ahead of Rosh Hashanah and Sukkot, the Africa Israel hotel chain is launching a series of profitable promotions, offering up to 20% discount at a variety of destinations across the country. AFI club members will enjoy an additional 10% discount.

The airline is launching a major promotion for the Tishrei holiday period and the pre-holiday season, featuring vacation packages to popular European destinations. Additionally, the company offers a "cancellation shield" that allows travelers to cancel their vacation up to a week before departure.

Rosh Hashanah 5787 will begin on the evening of Friday, September 11, 2026, and conclude on Sunday, September 13, 2026. This holiday marks the start of the Ten Days of Repentance and holds profound spiritual significance.

Flight prices for the Tishrei holidays remain relatively low as more Israelis book closer to departure dates. However, as the holidays approach, prices for popular destinations are starting to rise.