Philippines and Israel seek to boost two-way tourism
The Philippine and Israeli governments are in talks regarding measures to boost two-way tourism in the near future.
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Israel’s El Al shows a second-quarter net profit of USD 147 million
El Al Israel Airlines (ELAL.TA) reported a nearly 150% jump in profit, taking advantage of its near-monopoly status with many foreign carriers having cancelled flights amid the war in Gaza …
Stranded travellers in Israel in fear as evacuation plans thwarted
Stranded travellers in Israel desperate to leave the country fear that “we will never be able to get out” and are commenting that “we are being failed by our embassies” as the evacuation …
Cruise Lines Change Israel Itinerary In Light Of The Conflict
As the conflict between Israel and Hamas continues, numerous cruise companies are cancelling future calls in Israel.
The Israeli ports of Ashdod and Haifa have been dropped off the…
ICEJ welcomed 3,000 Christian pilgrims for Feast 2023
The International Christian Embassy Jerusalem welcomed to Israel some 3,000 Christians from more than 80 nations to attend its annual Feast of Tabernacles celebration.
The Israel Ministry of Tourism launches reward program for the Israel Destination Specialists from the UAE
The Israel Ministry of Tourism (IMOT) has launched a global initiative to train and support professionals from the travel industry, enabling them to become "Israeli Specialists" through a…
Sussita National Park: A New Destination for Pilgrims in the Holy Land
Israel Tourism is delighted to announce the recent addition of Sussita to the booking system for Mass and Prayers ceremonies in the Holy Land, joining the sites of Caesarea Philippi, Kursi,…
Air Astana inaugurates new service to Israel
Air Astana, Kazakhstan’s award-winning flag carrier, launched a new direct air services from Almaty to Tel Aviv.
EL AL and Israel welcome the First Flight powered by Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)
EL AL Israel Airlines Ltd. is proud to announce the arrival of its 16th Boeing 787 Dreamliner, which landed in Israel on the morning of Monday 31 July after a direct flight from the Boeing…
Exploring adventure and nature trails in Israel
Israel, known for its rich history and religious significance, also hides a treasure trove of breathtaking landscapes and thrilling adventure opportunities.
Tel-Aviv Celebrates 20th Anniversary of Annual “Opera in the Park” tradition with a special production of Madame Butterfly
On August 3rd, the Municipality of Tel Aviv-Yafo, in collaboration with the Israeli Opera, will continue the tradition of free opera productions at Ganne Yehushua Park with a special…
Joyned and NexusTours announce strategic partnership
Israeli start-up Joyned and NexusTours, a destination management company serving the Caribbean, Central America, and North America, jointly announced their strategic partnership.
‘White Night’ campaign by Tel Aviv Global & Tourism
Tel Aviv Global & Tourism's "White Night" Campaign marks the 20th anniversary of Tel Aviv being designated the "White City" by UNESCO.
Air Astana opens ticket sales for new Tel Aviv service
Air Astana has opened ticket sales for a new direct flight from Almaty to Tel Aviv, Israel, which will be operated twice weekly by Airbus A321LR starting in September.
Carlton Hotel in Tel Aviv unveils new renovations
Located where the city meets the sea, the newly renovated Carlton Tel Aviv is a privately owned five-star luxury hotel overlooking the Mediterranean, just moments away from Tel Aviv’s…
‘Advanced contact’ between Israel and Saudi Arabia for direct flights for Hajj travel
Saudi Arabia and Israel are continuing to cultivate "advanced contact" to facilitate direct flights to the Kingdom for Palestinians and Israeli Muslims intending to travel for the annual…
Elkonin Tel Aviv officially opens in Tel Aviv, Israel
An iconic Eclectic architecture-style property and the first-ever hotel in Tel Aviv has been reimagined as a 44-room-and-suite boutique hotel, home to the country’s first spa by Clarins, and…
Israel to host ‘Accessible Travel’ webinar
On 24 May 2023, Access Israel will host a webinar that will feature interesting lectures and detail several advanced practices and initiatives leading the way in the accessibility industry.
15 things you probably didn’t know about Israel
Home to one of the oldest cities and landmarks in the world, the country of Israel recently celebrated its 75th anniversary. With plenty of mesmerising landscapes new openings,…
Safety risks in the holy city for spring holiday travellers to Jerusalem
Despite growing fears of civil unrest, millions of people are expected to visit Jerusalem this year as part of a religious pilgrimage or religious tourism to the Holy Land.
EL AL Planning To Start Tel Aviv-Melbourne By June 2024
EL AL has agreed to begin nonstop service between Tel Aviv and Melbourne after signing a Letter of Intent (LOI) with the Victorian government.
According to the terms of the agreement,…
Hotelmize raise $12 Million Series B round led by Flashpoint
Hotelmize has secured $12 million in series B funding, led by Flashpoint Venture Capital with participation of existing investors.
Omry Litvak COO , Dor Krubiner CEO, and Guy Levitan…
EL AL Black-Friday & Cyber-Monday sale for US to Israel flights
EL AL Israel Airlines is in the holiday spirit with its first-ever Black Friday/Cyber Monday Fare Sale offering great roundtrip fares and a great reason for U.S. travelers to visit Israel…
Tel Aviv Airport To Ban Boeing 747s and Airbus A380s
To cut down on noise and air pollution, Israel’s airport’s authority has announced that the use of four-engine planes would be prohibited as of 31 March 2023.
The authority said that…
El Al selects TAL Aviation as its GSA in Romania and Moldova
From 1 September, TAL Aviation will also serve as El Al’s GSA (General Sales Agent) in the Eastern European Union nations, Romania and Moldova.
Airport Chaos to ease with self-service digital solutions
In Response to Worker Shortage, Israel’s Main Airport decided to to go digital. Airport Chaos to ease with self-service digital solutions
El Al to Oz
Israeli airline El Al says it plans to launch scheduled flights between Tel Aviv and Melbourne in the coming months, a route made possible following a recent opening of Saudi air space.…
Back to Pride! Tel Aviv launches £1 million multi-channel campaign
The Israel Ministry of Tourism together with Tel Aviv Municipality has announced its new multi-channel campaign celebrating one of the biggest weeks of the year for the city
Israel removes RT-PCR testing requirements for all travellers
The requirement to have a negative report of RT-PCR test before leaving for Israel and undergoing a complete RT-PCR test upon arrival followed by an isolation period has been removed
Israel lifts PCR requirement for arriving travellers
Under new guidance from the Ministry of Health and the Airports Authority, Israel has confirmed it is ending the requirement of a PCR test upon arrival at Ben Gurion Airport
The Ministry of Tourism to provide free tours throughout Israel to Ukrainian immigrants
In the coming days, the Israel Ministry of Tourism will begin providing free tours throughout Israel for new immigrants, guided in Russian by licensed tour guides.
Israel is open for UAE travellers
Vaccinated and unvaccinated tourists of all ages are permitted to enter Israel upon presenting a negative PCR test before departure and after arriving in Israel
Israel allows entry to unvaccinated travellers
Israel will allow unvaccinated tourists entry for the first time since the pandemic began as infections and deaths caused by the coronavirus decline, Prime Minister Naftali Bennett…
Israel’s brings tour guides back to work through free guided tours for public
Ministry of Tourism in Israel will allocate a budget of NIS 25 million to provide guided tours for the general public, tens of thousands of free tours will be offered every day
Australian Man Cannot Leave Israel for 8,000 Years
Various travel bans and limitations have become the norm over the last two years, but one Australian man has been banned from leaving Israel until the year 9999 because of unpaid child…
Israel Confirms Broader Tourism Reopening
Nachman Ash, the director-general of the Israeli health ministry, has recommended that countries previously on the red list be transferred to the orange or green lists, depending on their…
Israel lifts travel ban on the UK as it cancels the ‘red’ country list
Israel has announced the welcome news that it is set to open its skies for the first time in a month by cancelling its list of high-infection “red” countries, including the UK pending…
Emirates launches daily flights to Tel Aviv from 6 December
Emirates announced it will launch a daily non-stop flight between Dubai and Tel Aviv (Israel), starting December 6
Israel opens to vaccinated tourists on 1 November
Israel’s Ministry of Tourism has announced that Israel will be accepting individually vaccinated tourists from 1 November
Israel to reopen to vaccinated travellers from 1 Nov
Under the plan, individual tourists who are fully inoculated with vaccines produced by Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca, Johnson & Johnson, Sinovac, and Sinopharm will be allowed to enter…
UAE and Israel discuss increase in flights between both nations to boost tourism
UAE Minister of State for Entrepreneurship and SMEs Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi met with Israeli Tourism Minister Yoel Razvozov at the opening of the Israeli Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai to…
Israel’s foreign tourist group programme to restart on 19 September
Israel Ministry of Tourism will restart its tourist pilot programme from 19 September, allowing organised tourist groups of 5-30 tourists from “green, yellow and orange” countries to visit…
Israel supports Covid-hit tourism sector
Israel has launched a new plan costing USD 18 million to support the country’s Covid-hit tourism industry, the finance and tourism Ministries said in a joint statement
Israel to host Miss Universe contest for first time in Eilat
Global Miss Universe beauty pageant will be held for the first time in its history in Israel marking the event's 70th anniversary this year
Israel welcomes its first post-COVID tour group
Israel has welcomed the first group of vaccinated tourists since the COVID-19 outbreak on 27 May, as part of its decision to gradually reopen borders to vaccinated international visitors.
Israel to unveil global campaign as it reopens for tourism in May
Israel is reopening its doors to vaccinated tourists starting at the end of May, supported by the launch of a strategic campaign that ensures as many foreign tourist arrivals as possible in…
Wizz Air’s first flight from Abu Dhabi to Tel Aviv takes off
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the newest national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has landed for the first time in Israel and launched the route between Tel Aviv and Abu Dhabi
Israel to allow vaccinated travellers starting May
Starting in May, Israel will reopen its borders to vaccinated travellers. In the first stage, groups will be allowed under guidelines to be published by the Ministries.
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi to unveil flights to Israel
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the newest national airline of the UAE, has announced its first flight to Tel Aviv on 18 April, following the announcement that Israel has been added to the Green List,…
Etihad makes history at Ben Gurion Airport as first scheduled flight lands in Israel
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, launched its regular flight service between Abu Dhabi and Tel Aviv, Israel
UAE and Israel to set up quarantine-free travel corridor
The governments of the UAE and Israel have entered into formal discussions to establish a quarantine-free travel corridor between the two countries
Israel gears up to welcome back tourists with major updates following the pandemic
With the borders closed to international travel as a result of the pandemic, Israel has spent the last year improving its infrastructure, ready to welcome back tourists in the best way…
What’s in store if you travel to Israel now. Tracking bracelet instead of hotel quarantine
Israelis returning home from abroad have a new option that will exempt them from being sent to a quarantine hotel
Israel slowly reopens as more people vaccinated
With around 4.3 million people vaccinated in Israel at the time of writing, the eyes of the world are focused on Israel’s reopening as it slowly exits lockdown.
Jerusalem illuminates iconic landmarks in first major tourist project for 2021 for post-Covid travellers
From 21 February-3 March, Jerusalem will bring back the light to the capital with a breath-taking and exciting project entitled Jerusalem - Follow the Lights
Israel and Cyprus ink travel pact for vaccinated citizens
Israel and Cyprus have agreed in principle a deal allowing coronavirus-vaccinated citizens of the two countries to travel between them without limitations
Israel suspends all international flights
Israel has banned passenger flights in and out of the country from 25 January night and last until the end of January
Israel tourism board proposes mid-2021 reopening
The Israel Ministry of Tourism has prepared a work plan for bringing back tourists in the middle of 2021.
Israel to exhibit at ATM next spring
Arabian Travel Market (ATM) is expecting an influx of exhibitors and visitors from Israel as the destination joins a major Middle Eastern show for the first time
Etihad to launch Israel connection in March
Etihad Airways will launch a daily scheduled year-round flight to Tel Aviv, the economic and technological centre of Israel
flydubai to start Dubai-Tel Aviv flights
flydubai will start flights between Dubai and Tel Aviv from 26 November 2020 following the air transport agreement that was recently signed by both countries
Israel’s domestic and business tourism sector begin gradual reopening
The Israel Ministry of Tourism has defined the resort city of Eilat and the hotels area of Ein Bokek-Hamei Zohar at the Dead Sea as ‘green tourism islands’
Milestone deal: Israel signs visa exemption agreement with UAE for the first time
Under the new visa exemption agreement, citizens of both the UAE and Israel will be allowed to enter the countries without having to apply for a visa first
8 Israeli technologies that will help us travel again
When the global Coronavirus crisis broke out, many Israelis came together to think of technological solutions to fight the virus and restore life to normal.
This Israel-based startup is tracking process of reopening hotels post the pandemic
As the travel industry gradually recovers from the impact imposed on it by the global COVID-19 pandemic, UpStay, a startup that develops a B2B solution for hotels, has created a tool…
Israel to reopen in August but only to these travellers
Israel is preparing to welcome back tourists arriving from Greece on August 1.
Israel’s hotel industry begins gradual re-opening
Israel’s quick and far-reaching response to the pandemic has meant its tourism industry is now able to begin returning to a “new normal”, beginning with the reopening of hotels under new…
Israel takes first steps to restart tourism industry
Israeli authorities have agreed the first modest steps toward reopening the hospitality sector during a meeting chaired by prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu. The new measures allow…
Israeli travel tech startup Hotelmize raises Series B from Alibaba, opens APAC headquarters in Hong Kong
Hotelmize, developer of AI-based price prediction and profit-optimisation technologies for the hotel booking industry, is raising its B round investment largely in the Asia Pacific to…
More countries go into lockdown due to COVID-19
After the World Health Organisation announced COVID-19 as a pandemic and cases rise to an unstoppable rate, more countries go into lockdown.
Intrepid Travel announces two new women’s only expeditions
Intrepid Travel has launched two new women’s only expeditions to Pakistan and Israel and The Palestinian Territories to coincide with International Women’s Day. The two new expeditions…
Israel sees positive growth in tourist arrivals in January
The Israel Government Tourist Office has released tourist arrivals figures for January 2020, boasting 308,500 tourists, up 8% from January 2019 and 20% from January 2018. This translated…
Tel Aviv unveils first tourism master plan after record year in 2019
The Tel Aviv-Yafo Municipality has launched a strategic plan that looks at the entire tourism industry. The document seeks to identify relevant target audiences, envision the tourist…
Mitzpe Hayamim reopens after USD 23 million restoration in Israel
Following an extensive USD 23 million renovation, Isrotel, Israel’s leading hotel group, has reopened Mitzpe Hayamim as the latest addition to Isrotel’s Exclusive Collection of…
7 unmissable events in Jerusalem this year
There are a number of exciting and unmissable events in Jerusalem in 2020. From the Jerusalem Marathon set against the backdrop of the city’s magnificent views, to the trendy Open…
IGTO and El Al announce new Dublin route
Israel Government Tourism Office (IGTO) has announced the country’s national airline, El Al, will be officially launching a new direct route connecting Dublin to Tel Aviv on 26 May 2020.…
Israel witnesses record number of UK tourist arrivals
The Israel Government Tourist Office in the UK has announced that 2019 saw a record number of tourist arrivals to Israel from the UK, with 235,400 visiting the country throughout the…
From dusk to dawn: Masada in Israel unveils night show
The Israel Nature and Parks Authority is now offering a new nocturnal 45 minutes show ‘From Dusk to Dawn’ at the Masada National Park, its flagship site. Ranked as Israel’s most popular…
Tel Aviv to host 2020 Global Wellness Summit
The Global Wellness Summit (GWS), the foremost gathering of international leaders in the USD 4.5 trillion global wellness economy, closed its 2019 conference by announcing that next…
Avian: How a startup is making life better for travel agents all around the world
Challenged with the self-appointed task of revolutionising the way commission and incentives are managed by airlines and travel agents (TAs); Avian is a startup on a mission to drag the…
Israel Tourist Office launches campaign video
The Israel Tourist Office has launched their latest campaign video showcasing the incredible cities of Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, which, with such different cultures and merely an hour…
Old City of Jerusalem now more accessible
The Old City of Jerusalem has become more accessible for both wheelchair users and the visually impaired, thanks to improved infrastructure and audio apps to help residents and visitors…
Israel Tourism conducts roadshow in Delhi
Israel Ministry of Tourism (IMOT) conducted a roadshow in New Delhi to enhance commercial ties with the Indian travel trade fraternity. In an effort to retain the growth momentum of…
New luxury hotspot Dan Caesarea reopens in Israel
After eight months of renovation work, Dan Hotels is re-launching Dan Caesarea under a unique concept. The iconic Dan Caesarea Hotel, established in the 1960s by Baron Rothschild, has…
Israel Ministry of Tourism appoints Sammy Yahia as director
Israel Ministry of Tourism has appointed Sammy Yahia as the new director of tourism for India and the Philippines markets effective 3 June 2019. He will be responsible to lead the…
Lost and found: WishTrip is the app that every DIY traveller needs
WishTrip helps destinations shape the tourist experience and helps them become SMART tourist destinations.
0% beef: Vegan hots spots around the world
As evidenced by the creation of the ‘Impossible Burger’ (and its subsequent appearance at Burger King this week), a meat-free patty which mimics the flavour and running-juices of real cooked…
Fattal Hotel Group enters Central London with Grange Hotels acquisition
Fattal Hotel Group, a hospitality company with a growing portfolio in Europe and Israel, has announced its debut in Central London with Grange Hotels.
Where pawns become queens: 5 underrated Asian markets
Asia and the Pacific is a massive market and a fertile ground for travel start-ups.
Wizz Air boosts frequency of London – Eilat connection to five times a week
Back in February of 2017 low cost carrier Wizz Air announced it had begun operations of a new direct from London Luton Airport to Eilat, in Israel. Now the Hungarian airline has increased…
Robert De Niro’s hotel company opens 17th property in Tel Aviv
Global lifestyle brand Nobu Hotels announced its continued global expansion into Tel Aviv, a vibrant and blossoming city in Israel.
Israel Tourism targets 100,000 Indian travellers for 2018
Cashing in on the record breaking numbers of Indian tourists heading to Israel during 2017 -- an impressive growth of 31%, the Israel Ministry of Tourism has launched its new summer campaign…
Indian tourist levels to Israel reach record breaking 31% in 2017
Israel, for the second consecutive year, has broken its tourism record of Indian arrivals reaching an all-time high of 31% growth from January to December, 2017 with around 60,000 Indian…
Where Else would you find 130 TA’s from 17 countries?
The seventh edition of ‘Where Else’ conference is the official tourism conference held annually by the Israel Ministry of Tourism for the world travel industry. The week-long convention…
Israel visa procedure made simpler for Indians
To encourage more Indian travellers to visit the country, Israel has simplified the visa application procedure for Indian citizens. The relaxed visa rule involves less documentation for…
Thomas Cook promotes Jerusalem with new campaign
The Jerusalem Development Authority (JDA) has partnered with Thomas Cook Group to promote the destination to a wider target audience.
The partnership aims to bring about global exposure…
Check-in: Fattal Hotels- Israel’s largest hotel chain
With 35 hotels, the 18-year-old Fattal Hotels has revealed a development programme for a new generation of tourism to Israel.
Hotels operate under a number of brands such as Leonardo…
EL AL’s first Dreamliner will take off from London
EL AL’s inaugural Dreamliner flight is expected to take place on 12 September 2017 departing from London Heathrow.
It will operate four times a week, until 15 March, 2018 (winter…
El Al to fly new Dreamliner to Hong Kong
Hong Kong will become one of the first destinations to welcome El Al's new fleet of Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft.
The Israeli national carrier has ordered 16 787s, the first of which is…
EL AL’s new Premium Economy on 787’s now on sale
Ticket sales for the new Premium Economy Class onboard the EL AL 787 Dreamliner aircraft started on July 3, 2017.
The Class consists of 28 wide, premium ergonomic seats by Recaro in…
Air Canada Celebrates First Montreal-Tel Aviv Flight
The departure of flight AC082 this week marks the successful launch of Air Canada's non-stop Montreal service to Tel Aviv.
This new seasonal service will operate twice weekly from June 22…
Jerusalem Launches Millennials Discount Package
The Jerusalem Development Authority (JDA) has announced the launch of a package of discounts for young professional tourists visiting Jerusalem on a city break.
Aimed at millennials…
EL AL is embarking on a new path
David Maimon, CEO & President of EL AL Israel Airlines, has announced the acquisition of 16 new Dreamliner aircraft with an investment of over $1.25 billion.
EL AL DreamlinerThe…
EL AL is embarking on a new path
David Maimon, CEO & President of EL AL Israel Airlines, has announced the acquisition of 16 new Dreamliner aircraft with an investment of over $1.25 billion.
…
Arkia expands fleet and undergoes rebranding
Arkia Israel Airlines has undergone a rebranding for the first time in 17 years.
With the launch of its new look and logo, the airline aims to position itself as a modern option for travel.…
El Al announces tickets now for sale on Tel-Aviv-Miami-Tel Aviv
From November 2017, El AL will operate three-weekly nonstop flights o Boeing 777-200 aircraft on Monday,F Wednesday and Friday to Miami International Airport.
The flight will depart from…
EL AL announces tickets now for sale on Tel Aviv-Miami-Tel Aviv
From November 2017, El AL will operate three-weekly nonstop flights on a Boeing 777-200 aircraft on Monday, Wednesday and Friday to Miami International Airport.
The flight will depart from…
Asian air route updates: Virgin Australia, Thai Lion, Air India and more…
Bangladesh gets low-cost Dubai link
Where? Dubai (UAE) to Sylhet (Bangladesh)
When? Four times a week, effective immediately (rising to six per week in May 2017)
Who? Flydubai
Why? New…
Qantas forms Asian connections with Israel
Qantas and El Al have formed a new partnership aimed at improving flight connectivity between Australia and Israel.
Under the new agreement, the national carriers will connect with…
Israel Government Tourist Office appoints a new director of the UK and Ireland
The Israel Government Tourist Office has appointed Sharon E. Bershadsky as the new director of the UK and Ireland following the end of Naama Oryan-Kaplan’s five year term.
Mrs. E.…
Wizz Air confirms new London-Tel Aviv flights
Wizz Air has confirmed it will launch flights from London Luton to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport on 24th June.
Flights will operate four times a week on Tuesdays,…
Face-to-Face: Oranit Beithalahmy, EL Al Israel Airlines
What initiatives do you have in place to educate British travel agents on the benefits of booking with El Al airlines?
We have numerous activities in place to raise awareness about…
Ryanair to expand Israeli services
Ryanair has launched its Israel winter 2017 schedule, with 19 routes, 15 of which are new.
Ryanair will operate seven new Tel Aviv routes to Baden Baden, Gdansk, Krakow, Milan…
