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Israeli Tourism Lost 12.1 Billion ILS in 2020 Due to COVID-19
September alone saw a 96% drop in the number of tourists entering the country – 15,100 vs. 405,000 the year before Read more >

The Ministry of Tourism Keeps Israel in Mind
For the first time it sponsors a group of cyclers participating in the Tour de France which is taking place these days Read more >

Shana Tova to all our readers all around the world.
We wish you a happy, healthy new year 5781. Read more >

For the First Time in History: A Virtual Zionist Organization Conference
The International Buildings Center, "Binyanei Ha'Ooma" in Jerusalem, will host the 38th World Zionist Congress, which will be held virtually for the first time in history, using the digital platform of the newly established Virtual Congress Center Read more >

Tourism Ministry inviting Emiratis to visit Israel
Tourism Ministry Facebook video inviting Emiratis to visit Israel garners positive responses Read more >

Conferences during COVID-19 Period at the Expo Tel Aviv
Expo Tel Aviv will establish an advanced broadcasting studio for conferences and virtual events and lectures on live streaming Read more >

A Logistics Center of the Ministry of Health was established at Expo Tel Aviv
A huge inventory of protective equipment belonging to the Ministry of Health is stored on site and transported from there to various centers around the country Read more >

An outline for incoming tourism in Sep 1?
An impressive achievement for the Israel Incoming Tour Operators Association in the Knesset State Audit Committee Read more >

Ambassadors of Nature and Heritage in Israel
The tour was initiated by the Director General of the Ministry of Tourism, Amir Halevi, and guided by Ati Koriat Aharon, a native of Tzipori Read more >

Israel announces "green" countries for travel
As part of the plan to reopen Israel's skies, Israelis returning from certain countries will not be required to go into isolation* However, foreign citizens are not included in the plan up-to-date Read more >

Diamonds Over Israel and Dubai
The President of the Israeli Diamond Exchange congratulated the President of the Diamond Exchange in Dubai Read more >

The Development and Rehabilitation of the Eilat Coastal Strip has been Approved
This is an initial phase of 25 million ILS, as part of a long-term investment by the Ministry of Tourism in the city of Eilat, estimated at hundreds of millions of ILS Read more >

URI BURI Restaurant voted number 23 in the World
URI BURI Restaurant in Akko, Israel voted number 23 "best fine dining Restaurant in the World" and number one in the Middle East in Tripadvisor's 2020 Travelers' Choice Awards
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Adv. David Sprecher: “The State of Israel Must Open Up to the World”
The tourism industry presents a responsible and comprehensive outline for opening the sky and stage A in returning the industry to activity and preventing its collapse Read more >

Tender for the Construction of Two Desert Tourism Complexes in Yeruham
The Israel Land Authority and the Ministry of Tourism have issued a tender for the construction of two 48-room desert tourism complexes in the Nahal Hashoalim basin in the south in the area of the expansion of the city of Yeruham Read more >

Minister of Tourism Visits Acre
Asaf Zamir made his first tour to Acre as the new Minister of Tourism, accompanied by Acre Mayor Shimon Lankri Read more >

Tel Aviv-Yafo Lights Up With Rainbow Colors To Celebrate Pride 2020
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King David Hotel reopens
Dan Hotels is delighted to announce the reopening of the iconic King David, Jerusalem
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Campaign to Encourage Hotel Accommodation in Tel Aviv
The Tel Aviv-Jaffa Municipality and the Tel Aviv Hotels Association are launching a campaign that encourages hotel accommodation in the city with special benefits for the Israeli public Read more >

The Minister of Tourism Visited the City of Tiberias
The city of Tiberias was affected by the economic situation and the tourism industry was severely damaged by the COVID-19 epidemic Read more >

Tender to Operate Tourist Attractions in the Terminal Park in Eilat
Eilat Municipality, through the Economic Company, announces first tender to operate tourist attractions in the area of the city's evacuated airport • The park will be enjoy an investment of 170 million ILS and is expected to open in two years Read more >

Minister of Tourism: “Our job is to get tourism back on track”
The Minister of Tourism and the Minister of Finance agreed on an outline of assistance to the tourism and hotel industry at 300 million ILS Read more >

“Exit Strategies” A Public Art Exhibition by local Tel Aviv Artists Adhering to the Current Restrictions
60 artists - 40 artworks, installations, video and sound experiences scattered across the city's public spaces Read more >

Tel Aviv’s Restaurants and Bars to Reopen Next Week
Restaurants, bars and clubs will reopen next Wednesday, May 27th, but some restrictions will remain in force Read more >

Tel Aviv-Yafo Municipality Prioritizes Pedestrians and Cyclists by Adding 11 Pedestrian Streets
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Asaf Zamir is Israel’s new Minister of Tourism
A member of the Blue and White Party, who served as deputy mayor of Tel Aviv, has replaced Yariv Levin as Minister of Tourism Read more >

Match in Heaven in the Days of COVID-19
In a complex operation and under a sterile environment, a match was held last Sunday between a bride from Jerusalem and a groom from England, at the Fattal terminal located at Ben Gurion Airport Read more >

May 2020 in Expo Tel Aviv
Tel Aviv’s International Convention Center Main Activities for the Month of May 2020 Read more >

Expo Tel-Aviv is Promoting a Drive-In for Live Performances
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The Ministry of Tourism is about to launch a campaign that promotes rural accommodation across the country
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Tourism Officials Plea the Israeli Prime Minister to Open “Green Spaces”
The letter explained the obvious health benefits of fresh air and exercise, and the importance of tourism in these areas Read more >

Desolate beaches in Eilat, due to the COVID-19 crisis, allowed a complex rescue operation of the coral reefs
Alongside the restoration of the beaches after the storm that hit Eilat a few weeks ago, seafarers and researchers have been working to restore Eilat's coral reef, in the last few days. Read more >

IMTM 2021 - A LETTER FROM THE ORGANIZERS
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Ministry of Tourism is looking forward for the day after COVID-19
Since we are safe at home anyway, the Israeli Ministry of Tourism is looking forward for the day after COVID-19 and wants you to take this the opportunity and continue to acquire knowledge and tools for the period after the crisis. Read more >

Hotels throughout Israel turned-on heart-shaped lights
All the hotels in Israel decided to turn on their lights in a large heart-shaped design to bring hope and love to better days. Read more >

Happy Passover and Easter to all our readers around the world.
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International Virtual Hackathon Addressing Coronavirus Related Challenges Faced by Cities around the World
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Despite coronavirus, no drop in February tourist arrivals to Israel
There was a slight increase on last year (0.5%) with 344,000 incoming tourists . Read more >

Israel bans tourists from high-risk countries amid coronavirus outbreak
Due to low demand, Air France and other airlines have all cancelled flights to Israel. Read more >

How will Israel's elections affect tourism?
The tourism budget is the main factor here and it will take time until that is settled. Read more >

Israel Cycling Academy team makes premiere in Israel
The team will take part in the Gran Fondo Arava on Saturday, March 7. Read more >

Israel taking steps to minimize global spread of coronavirus
A number of flight routes to Israel have been cancelled as foreigners from certain countries are banned from entering. Read more >

International runners banned from Tel Aviv Marathon over coronavirus fears
The Israel Ministry of Health is taking no chances. Read more >

King David Hotel General Manager Haim Shkedi retiring after 25 years
Shkedi joined the Dan Hotels in 1977 and held a variety of positions. Read more >

Record 40,000 runners to participate in Tel Aviv Samsung Marathon 2020
Over 2,600 international participants from other countries are set to take part in the race. Read more >

Israel sees optimistic start to tourism in 2020
Over 308,000 tourists entered Israel in January - an increase of 8% compared to January last year. Read more >

Rosh Hanikra tourist site offers new audio guide
Don't miss this fabulous attraction! Read more >

Online travel agent Agoda unveils valuable insights ahead of IMTM
Digital travel platform Agoda has published valuable information that can help shape Israel's tourism industry. Read more >

Tel Aviv launching master plan following record tourism year
Tel Aviv aims to be one of the most popular urban destinations in the world in 2030 . Read more >

IMTM to showcase tourism industry technologies
The acclaimed tourism fair will feature a technology complex with a variety of new startups that focus on the tourism industry. Read more >

Tel Aviv launches services for foreign corporations, int'l entrepreneurs
The city is seeking to improve its services to companies that have been entering the local market in growing numbers. Read more >

'La Liste' includes 13 Israeli restaurants in top global dining
La Liste is accepted as the world's most highly respected decisor of who qualifies as a top restaurant. Read more >

Israel's hotels break record in 2019 for most tourist stays ever
This year, about 12.1 million tourists stayed in hotels, up 4.7% on 2018. Read more >

HRH Prince of Wales visits Israel
Prince Charles visited Israel for the fifth World Holocaust Forum at Yad Vashem Holocaust Museum. Read more >

Israel honors Chinese tourists for 'Year of the Rat'
In 2019, there was a 49% increase in inbound tourism from China to Israel. Read more >

Jerusalem inaugurates Old City Northern Ramparts Walk
The new section allows a bird's-eye view of the Christian and Muslim Quarters and Mount of Olives. Read more >

Finally! The Jerusalem-Tel Aviv high-speed train is here
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November sets record hotel tourist stays, room occupancy
This year, there was a record of 1.3 million tourist overnight stays, an increase of 10% compared to November last year. Read more >

Israel sees all-time record in tourist arrivals in 2019!
This year has proven to be a true success as more tourists arrive on more flights from more countries. Read more >

Happy Chrismukkah!
Tel Aviv is celebrating the holidays in many ways. Check it out! Read more >

Survey: Jerusalem world's fastest-growing tourist destination
Business intelligence company Euromonitor International sees a 38% growth in tourism to Jerusalem in 2019. Read more >

Tel Aviv-Jerusalem train finally set to roll
Starting December 22, trains will run every 30 minutes in each direction, with the journey taking 32 minutes. Read more >

Israel continues to see upward trend in tourism
From January-November, 4.2 million tourists arrived compared to 3.8 million in the corresponding period last year. Read more >

October tourist stays in Israeli hotels increased by 5%
In the first ten months of the year (cumulative January-October), 10 million tourists stayed overnight, up 4% compared to last year. Read more >

Travel and tourism card offered at Ramon Airport
It is hoped that tourists will take advantage of the offer and visit some of Israel's greatest attractions. Read more >

Israel to launch new free Saturday bus service
The routes will provide passengers with fast accessibility to city centers as well as various surrounding neighborhoods. Read more >

ASTA visits Israel
Travel agents from North America were able to see first-hand the many great things Israel has to offer. Read more >

Intercontinental David hosts Mnuchin and Kushner
General Manager David Cohen said he was pleased the two had chosen to stay at the hotel. Read more >

Winning solutions for tourists
Nazarene Tours launches new website for tourists and groups looking for that special touch while traveling through Israel. Read more >

Israeli neighborhood voted among best in world
The Kerem Hateimanim and Shuk HaCarmel areas in Tel Aviv have been voted by Forbes as among the 15 coolest neighborhoods in the world. Read more >

Israel to host 7th photography festival
The theme of this year's festival is fantasy. Read more >

Condé Nast readers give high marks to 2 Jerusalem hotels
Ranking 4 and 5 in the Middle East, the David Citadel Hotel and the Mamilla Hotel have been rated the highest in Israel. Read more >

'Washington Post' highlights Eilat
For a quieter, gentler beach vacation, consider Israel’s southernmost city. Read more >

Tel Aviv at top of Mastercard survey
Tel Aviv ranks first in Europe in the percentage of tourist spending growth. Read more >

The Spaniards are back
Pullmantur is one of nine cruise companies that first arrived or returned to Haifa this year after a long absence. Read more >

Israel is accessible
Israel has joined a number of other countries in ensuring that all tourists – even those who are wheelchair-bound – can access hotels, restaurants and attractions with ease. Read more >

35 international festivals and cultural events to be held in Eilat
14 of the festivals will be marketed worldwide by the Israel Ministry of Tourism. Read more >

Tel Aviv's cultural scene is hotter than ever
Here are just a few of the events taking place in the coming months in the Mediterranean city that never sleeps. Read more >

Budget offers new VIP airport service in Israel
The exclusive service offers the customer personal accompaniment from the moment of landing to receiving the vehicle. Read more >

Tel Aviv to celebrate 100 years of Bauhaus
The city will mark the centennial with the grand opening of the Official White City Center. Read more >

6 Israeli restaurants receive World Luxury Restaurant Awards
It is no surprise that six Israeli restaurants were recognized for excellence. Read more >

Jennifer Lopez stays at Dan Tel Aviv
This was Lopez’s first visit to Israel and she said that she will definitely return. Read more >

Eilat and region to undergo massive upgrade
The proposal aims to further develop Eilat and the surrounding region, and to promote the area as a growing tourism destination. Read more >

Travel Pulse: There is much adventure in Israel
Israel is one small section of land with an enormous amount packed into it. Read more >

35 international festivals and cultural events to be held in Eilat
No tourist will come during the warm winter months and be unable to find something to suit their personal taste. Read more >

Ministry of Tourism appoints new 'ambassadors'
Eyal Karlin was appointed head of the Tourism Ministry's North America division. Read more >

Sde Dov Airport officially closed
Israel's first airbase closes after 71 years. Read more >

T+L: Israel among 'most romantic spots on Earth'
'Israel may not come to mind initially, but it’s actually a destination synonymous with passion and intimacy.' Read more >

Travel+Leisure says Israel among 'Best Places to Travel'
Shiny new trains, airports, and hotels are all coming to Israel in 2019, catapulting the ancient land into the modern age. Read more >

Jerusalem Light Festival attracts even more tourists
This year, there are a record number of international light artists from around the world. Read more >

Tel Aviv Pride Parade draws huge foreign crowds
"Tel Aviv Pride has become an important symbol of LGBTQ visibility and acceptance on the world stage." Read more >

Jerusalem cable car gets green light
Tourists will no longer need to walk great distances nor will tour buses end up in heavy traffic jams Read more >

Israel to develop Mt. Hermon area
The nature reserve has the potential to attract travelers even during the summer months. Read more >

Travel Weekly focuses on Israel's success
'The Israel Ministry of Tourism has made all the right moves and the nation has enjoyed skyrocketing visitor numbers... Now the country is racing to boost its infrastructure and hotel inventory to meet the demand.' Read more >

WSJ visits Acre eatery
Debra Kamin says Acre serves up mouthwatering meals with zero fanfare. From dueling hummus shops to bragworthy seafood restaurants, here’s where to dig in. Read more >

Forbes highlights Tel Aviv
Here’s just five of the reasons this Mediterranean paradise should top your travel to-do list. Read more >

New on-demand shuttle service launches in Tel Aviv
Bubble lets users order rides through a designated app that automatically devises a route to best suit the needs of all passengers. Read more >

Madonna staying at Israel's famed Dan Hotel
The Dan Hotel Tel Aviv will host Madonna during her visit to Israel for her participation in the Eurovision Song Contest. Read more >

Tourists say Israeli cuisine among best in world
Hip dining spots can be found everywhere — from hotel rooftops with majestic views to disused warehouses. Read more >

Eurovision visitors to receive free 'Rav Kav' bus passes
Pre-loaded public transportation cards will be provided - for free - to tourists arriving for the Eurovision. Read more >

J.Lo to perform in Israel
Her visit demonstrates that Israel is considered an important stop for tourists and artists alike. Read more >

Gal Gadot, Madonna to star in Tel Aviv Eurovision
The Eurovision Song Contest events will officially open on May 12. Read more >

The Dead Sea now has a mall
There are luxury stores, an ice cream store, cafes and even a spa. Read more >

Eurovision 2019 is almost here and Israel is getting ready!
The song contest will be held for the first time in Tel Aviv with the participation of 42 countries under the slogan 'Dare To Dream'. Read more >

Fattal opens VIP luxury lounge at Ben Gurion Airport
The terminal offers luxurious pre-flight services at all stages, from check-in to security and customs. Read more >

New bus line to connect Ben Gurion Airport with Tel Aviv hotels
The new line, number 445, will be operated by the Kavim company. Read more >

Newsweek ranks Tel Aviv beach most LGBT-friendly
Hilton Beach was listed as among the '10 Best Gay Beaches in the World.' Read more >

Israel's tourism ministry introduces interactive map for tourists
User can use the map to filter and search for any amount of information as well as for navigation. Read more >

Tourist 'Israel Pass' cards now sold at airport
The card, called Israel Pass, will be sold at a special stand at Ben Gurion Airport's Terminal 3. Read more >

World's longest salt cave found in Israel
Previously, the title of world's longest cave was held by Iran. Read more >

NYT: Jaffa an 'ancient port in the midst of a luxury renaissance'
'Historical Jaffa, it’s fair to say, has gone full-throttle luxe.' Read more >

Tel Aviv hosts reps from countries participating in 2019 Eurovision
KAN and Tel Aviv-Yafo hosted the Heads of Delegation from the 41 countries participating in the 2019 Eurovision Song Contest. Read more >

Jerusalem Marathon attracts over 40,000 runners
The various tracks pass by fascinating historical sites that illuminate 3,000 years of the history of Jerusalem, Israel's capital. Read more >

Forbes: Israel among 'Top 15 Places to Travel in 2019'
'A lot is happening in the Holy Land in 2019.' Read more >

Tel Aviv-Yafo municipality recruiting volunteers to assist Eurovision
Over 1,500 potential volunteers have already sent in their applications. Read more >

2,500 international runners from over 60 countries joined Tel Aviv Marathon
This year, the marathon winner was Demi Samuel Getachew from Ethiopia with a winning time of 2:14:30 Read more >

All-new Cordero restaurant in Tel Aviv pays homage to southern European cuisine
Cordero aims to take diners on a journey through the gastronomically-rich regions of Southern Europe. Read more >

2,500 int'l runners to participate in Tel Aviv marathon
The marathon will take participants on a stunning 42km route winding its way through the beating heart of the city. Read more >

13 Israeli restaurants make French ranking of world’s 1,000 best
La Liste offers the best global restaurant selection handpicked by discerning food critics and expert guides. Read more >

Cool Hunting magazine highlights 'noteworthy Tel Aviv hotels'
The publication mentions some of the "most spectacular accommodations" in this top Mediterranean city. Read more >

Expo Tel Aviv will launch unique start-up initiative at IMTM
The new application will be launched at the 25th tourism exhibition. Read more >

For Israel, 2019 is off to a great start
285,600 tourists entered Israel, an increase of 11.3% compared with last January. Read more >

John Cleese is coming to Israel!
Cleese will be performing at the Tel Aviv Convention Center on September 1st and 2nd. Read more >

Israel recognized as top wine destination
Israel’s relationship with wine stretches back thousands of years. Read more >

TravelPulse: Israel is a tourism hot spot
2019 is going to be an exciting year for travel, especially if you go to Israel. Read more >

Comedian Bill Burr to perform in Israel
Israel continues to attract top musicians and entertainers. Read more >

Eurovision in Tel Aviv – The Middle East’s Capital of Gay
Eurovision 2019 is expected to be one of the biggest destinations for travelers seeking to join LGBTQ friendly celebrations. Read more >

Jetsetter gives The Setai Tel Aviv “Best Pool Scene” award
In a city full of pools, the one at the Setai, angled towards the Mediterranean Sea, is definitely the sexiest. Read more >

Tel Aviv prepares for Eurovision with camping, cruise ship
Eurovision guests will have plenty of options for lodging when they visit Tel Aviv in May. Read more >

Booking gives Fattal NYX high mark
NYX Hotel Herzliya was awarded a 9.2 in the "2018 Guest Review Awards" category by Booking.com Read more >

NYT includes Eilat in '52 Places to Go in 2019'
With the opening early this year of Ramon Airport, the world will finally get a direct route. Read more >

4,120,800 tourists arrived in Israel in 2018
Tourism saw a 14% increase from 2017 and 42% increase from 2016. Read more >

Condé Nast editor includes Israel among best 2018 trips
Betsy Blumenthal says Israel was the perfect choice. Read more >

The 4 millionth tourist has landed in Israel!
Many tourists who arrived in Israel this year have already visited - proof that Israel is a desirable destination in the world. Read more >

Tel Aviv Jazz festival attracting foreigners
The Tel Aviv Jazz Festival is one of the most important jazz events in Israel. Read more >

Bon Jovi to return to Israel to make another memory
July's Park HaYarkon concert in Israel is the tour’s closing concert. Read more >

Israel completes record year in tourism
The arrival of the 2018’s 4 millionth tourist in Israel sums up a year of record-breaking tourism. Read more >

150,000 expected to visit Israel during Christmas
Israel's Tourism Ministry will provide free shuttles for pilgrims between Jerusalem and Bethlehem. Read more >

Over 100,000 Romanians visited Israel in 2018
More than 60 weekly flights now link Tel Aviv and Eilat to the main airports in Romania. Read more >

Israel included in Condé Nast gold list
Israel is listed among the "Most Incredible Travel Experiences" in Condé Nast's January magazine. Read more >

Israel in Travel+Leisure’s ‘50 Best Places to Travel in 2019’
Israel has been included in Travel+Leisure’s annual year-end list of the top 50 best places to travel. Read more >

Fodor's includes Dead Sea in its Go List 2019
The Dead Sea is like nowhere else on earth. Read more >

Jerusalem leads world cities in tourism growth
Jerusalem will drive the expansion, with growth set to accelerate 38 percent to 4.8 million arrivals by the end of the year. Read more >

Israel's upward trend in incoming tourism continues
Approximately 389,000 tourist entries were recorded in November. Read more >

Fourth Arab Food Festival kicks off
Leading guest chef from Turkey to join dozens of Arab and Jewish Israeli chefs in Haifa. Read more >

Jingle bells Jerusalem!
Jerusalem sparkles with lights, Christmas trees and a festive atmosphere in and around the Old City. Read more >

Another record for Israel as tourists fill hotels
In October, approximately 1.36 million tourist stays were recorded, an increase of 12% compared with last year. Read more >

NYT highlights Tel Aviv hotel
The paper calls the Vera Hotel a 'mix of modernism and history.' Read more >

Israel breaks all-time tourism record
By the end of 2018, Israel expects to reach and even surpass the 4 million tourist mark. Read more >

NYT highlights 5 places to go in Jerusalem
Amy Tara Koch focuses on Jerusalem’s city center and shows how it has 'transformed into a vibrant scene.' Read more >

WSJ: Tel Aviv among most intriguing destinations
The Wall Street Journal has placed Tel Aviv #3 in its list of 10 Most Intriguing Travel Destinations for 2019. Read more >

Israel has record-breaking month for tourism
"The month of October breaks a historic record with an astonishingly unprecedented figure." Read more >

Winter season opens in Eilat
Over 165,000 tourists are expected to land in the sunny southern city. "Eilat is back on the international tourism map." Read more >

Jerusalem set to pave new bike paths throughout city
The plan will triple the length of existing bicycle paths in the capital - from 43 km today to 123 km. Read more >

Open Restaurant Festival to kick off in Jerusalem
The best local kitchens will open their doors and share secrets of the beloved and healthy Middle Eastern cuisine. Read more >

Condé Nast Traveler praises Tel Aviv outdoor market
Tel Aviv’s Levinsky Market made the list of “The Best Antique Stores and Flea Markets, According to the Pros”. Read more >

Michael Jackson tribute coming to Israel
I Am King, a tribute to the King of Pop, is landing in Israel for 20 spectacular dates in 2019 Read more >

15% increase in incoming tourism since January 2018
Analysts project an expected 3.7 million tourists by the end of the year. Read more >

Sunbeat Festival arrives in the Negev Desert
Israel’s top global beats festival, Sunbeat attracts a diverse and exciting lineup of musicians from Israel and beyond. Read more >

GQ Brasil highlights Tel Aviv as a top destination
This amazing city has become a special destination for those seeking something more than just quiet days at the beach. Read more >

Tel Aviv to host 2019 Eurovision
Thousands of tourists are expected to visit Israel for next year's contest. Read more >

5 winter festivals and attractions in Jerusalem
Wintery Jerusalem is a unique, warm, cozy and attractive city with lots to do. Read more >

Israel well on the way to reaching 4 million tourists in 2018
There was a 10% increase in tourist entries in August 2018 as compared to 2017. Read more >

Israel's tourism leaders gather for a New Year's toast
Each year, those who work in Israel's tourism industry gather to raise a toast for the Jewish New Year. Read more >

Yael Danieli appointed CEO of the Israel Hotel Association
Yael has extensive experience working with government ministries, the Knesset and various authorities. Read more >

Israel Ministry of Tourism wins International Destination Partner of the Year
The superstars of the travel industry were recently recognized by the American Society of Travel Advisors. Read more >

AP highlights Jaffa
There's plenty to eat and to buy in Jaffa. But one of the best things to do there is simply wander and take in the contrasts. Read more >

Israel once again makes Travel+Leisure list of top destinations
Israel performed well on this year’s list, with Jerusalem ranking at #3 and Tel Aviv at #4. Read more >

Anat Starik-Dahan and Tzahi Levy appointed co-CEOs of Tamares hotel chain
Both possess many years of experience in hotel management. Read more >

Israel planning 7 new tourism projects
Tourism stats are spiking ever higher and this means Israel needs to up its game to accommodate the crowds. Read more >

Israel's incoming tourism is continuing to break records!
Between January–July, about 2.4 million tourist entries were recorded - a 17% increase on the same period last year. Read more >

Forbes includes Israel in 13 most beautiful places to travel to this fall
Ross Belfer, founder of Xhibition PR and Eager Tourist, recommends checking out Israel's northern Mediterranean coast. Read more >

Israel Ministry of Tourism welcomes tourists at Ben-Gurion Airport
The Israel Ministry of Tourism is expanding its activities at Ben-Gurion Airport and has placed a new welcome desk for incoming tourists. Read more >

New Jerusalem City Pass gives tourists easy access
Jerusalem City Pass holders also get free inner-city public transportation, including buses and light rail, for a whole week. Read more >

Jerusalem culture festival brings unique art events to the city
The Jerusalem Season of Culture Festival is an innovative art initiative taking place in the Holy City for a month. Read more >

Tourists stay record number of nights in Israeli hotels
Foreign tourists spent a record 5.94 million nights at Israeli hotels during the first half of 2018. Read more >

Israel's festival of cocktails
Israel's official cocktail festival celebrates four years of creativity. Read more >

History at Israel's new Ramon Airport
The airport is expected to open to the public during the coming winter. Read more >

Joseph Fischer hails Israel's hotel conversion opportunities amid tourism boom
"The good news is that Tel Aviv is more than halfway to where it needs to be in terms of hotel industry growth." Read more >

Mastercard ranks Tel Aviv seventh in tourism growth rate
Tel Aviv is one of the 10 cities in Europe whose rate of tourism rose most substantially last year, according to Mastercard. Read more >

Israel breaks incoming tourism records for mid-2018
In June alone, 310,200 tourists entered Israel - an increase of about 2% compared with June of last year. Read more >

Will Israel build $10 billion island to accommodate incoming tourism?
Israel simply doesn't have enough real estate and needs an out-of-the-box solution. Read more >

David Intercontinental chosen as "Best in Israel" by World Travel Awards
At a ceremony in Athens, World Travel Awards chose the David Intercontinental as the best hotel in Israel. Read more >

Fattal to open VIP terminal at Ben Gurion Airport
The new complex is expected to open at the end of 2018 in Terminal 1. Read more >

Israel to Upgrade Dead Sea Resort Area
At last! Israel's Dead Sea Resort area will finally receive the face lift it deserves. Read more >

Trend in Israel's Rising Tourism Continues Through May
There was a 14% increase in incoming tourism in May 2018 compared to May 2017 and about a 22% increase from January-May 2018 in the same period last year. Read more >

Fattal Appoints New CEO and General Manager
Fattal has appointed Chen Bruner CEO of the Leonardo Plaza Hotel in Jerusalem. Read more >

Central Holidays Lists Israel in Top 10 Destinations
Tour operator Central Holidays has created a new brochure focusing on the top ten destinations and Israel is included. Read more >

Israel Joins World Tourism Alliance
Joining the WTA opens Israel's doors to cooperation in the East and in China in particular. Read more >

Here's What's Happening in June in Israel
Tourist Israel and iTravelJerusalem highlight some of the events taking place in Israel in June and July. Read more >

Jerusalem Set to Construct Cable Cars to Old City
The cable car will be a unique tourist attraction, from which tourists and visitors can look down on the city of Jerusalem and its unique sites. Read more >

Incoming Tourism Maintains Upward Momentum
408,400 tourist entries were recorded in April 2018, about 17% more than April 2017. Read more >

Steady Growth in Ben Gurion Airport Incoming Tourism Traffic
The Open Sky reform has transformed Ben Gurion Airport over the past five years from a small airport category to among the world's largest airports. Read more >

Montefiore Windmill to Receive New Attractions
The Montefiore Windmill in the Yemin Moshe neighborhood opposite Jerusalem's Old City walls, will soon become another great attraction for locals and tourists. Read more >

Tel Aviv: A Must On Every Design Lover’s Bucket List
Tel Aviv doesn’t always make the list of de facto design-forward destinations—which is why the city is guaranteed to surprise you. Read more >

Over Half Billion People Exposed to Giro d’Italia
Over half a billion people around the world have been exposed to the ministry's campaign, within the framework of the Giro d’Italia Big Start in Israel. Read more >

Tel Aviv Ranked 16th Greenest City in World
In recent years, the Tel Aviv municipality has taken a number of steps to become eco-friendlier. Read more >

Jerusalem Tourism is Breaking Records
Jerusalem is unique in so many ways and clearly tourists have discovered this as well. Read more >

Israel is the World’s New Dining Hotspot
Israel has one of the most exciting dining scenes in the world. Read more >

The Growth Trend in Israel's Incoming Tourism Continues!
"This a result of the marketing activities and the innovative steps we are taking, together with the incentives for airlines and investment in infrastructure." Read more >

Israel Aims for 100,000 Indian Tourists in 2018
A growing number of tourists from India have shown interest in coming to Israel and touring its sites and cities. Read more >

CNBC: Israel Tops List of Destinations Gaining the Most American Tourists
The most visited spots include Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, the Dead Sea, Tiberias and the Sea of Galilee area. Read more >

Tourism in Israel is Booming
Israel expects to welcome 4 million visitors in 2018, and it is growing to meet the demand. Read more >

Marie France Asia Lists Tel Aviv as #1 Vegan Destination
Listed as well by Lonely Planet as the "vegan nation", Israel has the most number of vegans per capita. And this makes Tel Aviv a "heaven for the herbivores." Read more >

National Geographic: Jerusalem Top Destination for Spring
Israel is one of the safest places to vacation and, slowly, the global tourism industry is beginning to catch on. Hopefully, more articles like this will appear in many more publications. Read more >

Condé Nast Traveler Praises Jerusalem Cuisine
While Jerusalem is often viewed as a city for sightseeing and important to the three major religions, Condé Nast has taken the initiative and changed the focus to dining in the Holy City. Read more >

Rimonim Eilat Hotel Ranks Among the Best
Hotels in Israel consistently rank among the top hotels around the world. Read more >

Jerusalem's David Citadel Presidential Suite Ranked Among Most Luxurious
The popular magazine has included the presidential suite in the David Citadel hotel in Jerusalem among the top 16 in the world. Read more >

Tourism Ministry Launches New Marketing Campaign for the Negev
The Israel Tourism Ministry has announced the launch of #PopUpOasis, a social media competition that offers the winner a custom-made glamping experience in Israel’s Negev desert. Read more >

2018 Tourism to Israel Off to Promising Start
In the first two months of 2018, approximately 566,000 tourists entered Israel - an increase of 25% compared to the same period last year. Read more >

Disney World-Type Theme Park Coming to Israel?
The “Park of Wonders” is expected to have a similar layout to Disney’s Magic Kingdom in Florida, but with Jewish and Israeli themes. Read more >

Over 80,000 Romanian Tourists Visited Israel in 2017
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January Tourist Hotel Stays in Israel Increased 14% Compared to 2017
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Rafi Weiner Leaving Tamares
Rafi Weiner, CEO of the Tamares hotel chain, has announced his resignation. Read more >

Gonen Usishkin to Take Helm of El Al on Feb. 15
Gonen Usishkin will succeed David Maimon as chief executive officer on February 15th Read more >

New Israeli Software Can Help Hotels Save Money
Israeli startup Vortex Energy has developed software to reduce operational costs for hotels by up to 20% Read more >

Ashkelon to Receive More Hotels
The Ministry of Tourism and the Israel Lands Authority (ILA) have announced the publication of a tender to lease three plots for hotel and commercial purposes in the Ir Yamim neighborhood of Ashkelon. Read more >

Israel Celebrates: 70 Hours for 70 Years
Israel’s 70th anniversary of the establishment of the Jewish state begins on April 18 with "70 Hours of Celebrations" Read more >

Israel Expects Eilat Tourism to Quadruple This Winter
70,000 tourists came to Eilat on direct flights last winter. The Tourism Ministry expects 280,000 this winter.
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Israel’s New High-Speed Train Nearly Ready
Israel's new high-speed train between Tel Aviv and Jerusalem is expected to cut travel time in half - to just 28 minutes! Read more >

Ovda Airport Sees Jump in Passengers Arriving in 2017
This is just one of many indicators that point to growing interest in Israel abroad. Read more >

El Al Names New CEO
Gonen Usishkin has been named as the new incoming CEO of El Al, replacing David Maimon. Read more >

El Al CEO David Maimon to Step Down
David Maimon, CEO of El Al since 2014, will step down after an overall successful reign at the helm of Israel's national airline. Read more >

Simpler Visa Process for Indian Tourists
Israel has changed its visa application process for tourists visiting from India and the subcontinent. Read more >

Abraham Tours
Abraham Tours, founded in 2010, was rebranded from its original name of Indie Travelers - a travel and touring company established for FIT travelers. Read more >

Awards & Mentions - December
Tel Aviv has been featured on Travel + Leisure's: 'The 50 Best Places to Travel in 2018' list, as voted by travel experts. Read more >

Jerusalem's City Pass Card
The Jerusalem Development Authority is launching a tourist card which will provide benefits to those visiting a selection of sites in Jerusalem, in addition to receiving free public transport in the city. Read more >

November 2017 Incoming Statistics
According to the Central Bureau of Statistics, around 335,900 tourists entered Israel during the month of November. Read more >

Developments at Ben Gurion Airport
The Israel Airports Authority (IAA) has put forward a tender for the building of a structure which will manage additional numbers of people departing the airport. Read more >

Annual Conference: Israel Association of Travel Agencies & Consultants
The Annual conference of the Israel Association of Travel Agencies & Consultants (ITTAA) took place on 28 November in the LAGO complex in Rishon LeZion. Read more >

A Day in Rehovot
Ayalon Institute Museum, next to Rehovot Science Park, was once a secret ammunition factory concealed as part of a kibbutz during the British rule in the 1940s. Read more >

Beach Renovations Continue in Tel Aviv
The Atarim Corporation, which is 50 percent owned by the Municipality of Tel Aviv-Jaffa, is continuing work on the development of the Tel Aviv promenade. Read more >

Trans-Israel Trail Approved
Israel's government has approved the construction of the Trans-Israel Trail, a tourism trail that will span throughout the country. Read more >

Alternative Activities in Tel Aviv
The Zman Amiti Bartending School, which has locations across Israel, offers a two-hour class in Tel Aviv, where participants learn how to pour, mix and shake cocktails. Read more >
Haifa Launches Electric Car-Sharing Scheme
The Ministry of Environmental Protected has introduced a new electric car-sharing scheme in Haifa, a project launched alongside the Jewish Nation Fund (KKL-JNF), in collaboration with Car2Go. Read more >

Awards & Mentions - November
TEL AVIV ON...
independent.co.uk
An article entitled "How Tel Aviv became the Vegan Capital of the World" appeared on the digital edition of British newspaper The Independent. Read more >
independent.co.uk
An article entitled "How Tel Aviv became the Vegan Capital of the World" appeared on the digital edition of British newspaper The Independent. Read more >
Crowne Plaza Hotels Israel
Sharon Alon has been appointed CEO of the Crowne Plaza Hotels Israel chain, where he will manage its operations. Read more >

Car Sharing in Israel
The Municipality of Tel Aviv has launched a new car sharing service in Tel Aviv, powered by Car2Go, which allows users to temporarily secure a vehicle via a mobile app. Read more >

WTM 2017 Recap
A number of organizations in the Israel tourism industry exhibited at the 37th WTM in London, which took place on 6-8 November 2017. The inauguration of the Israel Pavilion, spanning 400m², was attended by Israel Ministry of Tourism Director General, Amir Halevi, Israel's Ambassador to Britain, Mark Regev, and Director of the IGTO, UK & Ireland, Sharon Ehrlich Bershadsky. Read more >

Israel Welcomes its Three Millionth Tourist
Israel marked the arrival of its three millionth tourist to the country this year, on the morning of Tuesday November 7, with a ceremony at Ben Gurion Airport. Read more >

Spotlight: Indulge in Israel
Israel's richness transcends beyond its eventful history, with an evolving catalogue of captivating architecture, outstanding culinary, thriving micro-cultures, high tech centers and agricultural wonders. Read more >
Latest Appointments
Ronen Nissenbaum has been appointed as CEO of Dan Hotels from January, as voted by from the company’s Board of Directors, replacing Rafi Sadeh. Read more >

Israel Ministry of Tourism Marketing Developments
An update from Israel Ministry of Tourism CMO Marketing Administration, Hilit Megged Bergbaum, on international campaigns, marketing initiatives and the next phase of promoting Israeli cities abroad. Read more >

Western Wall Discoveries
Recent excavations by the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) have revealed, for the first time in 1,700 years, eight preserved stone courses under eight meters of soil at the Northeast corner of the Western Wall. Read more >

IMTM 2018
The 24th IMTM (International Mediterranean Tourism Market) on 6-7 February 2018, will take place for the second year in a row in Pavilion #2 at Israel Trade Fairs & Convention Center in Tel Aviv which spans 6,000m². Read more >

Netanya Tourism Activities & Developments
Work has commenced to build an elevator on the city's southern promenade, by Island Suites Hotel and Ramada Netanya Hotels & Suites, reaching a height of 33 meters. Read more >
Jerusalem Development Authority Campaign Collaboration
The Jerusalem Development Authority (JDA) has collaborated with Thomas Cook to promote Jerusalem as a tourist destination, in a campaign rolled out across Europe. Read more >

Increase in Tourist Hotel Overnights
Recent figures published by The Economic Department of the Israel Hotels Association have revealed a rise in the number of average tourist person-nights in Israel. Read more >

Ben Gurion Airport: September 2017 Statistics
According to the monthly report on Ben Gurion Airport from the Israel Airports Authority, September 2017 recorded over 2.5 million passengers passing through the airport. Read more >

Awards & Mentions - October
Tel Aviv Bars on Standard.co.uk
London's tabloid newspaper Evening Standard has featured an online article entitled "7 of the best bars in Tel Aviv off the beaten track." Read more >
London's tabloid newspaper Evening Standard has featured an online article entitled "7 of the best bars in Tel Aviv off the beaten track." Read more >

New Nature Reserve in the Arava
Ein Ofarim, a new nature reserve in the Arava region, is to be constructed spanning approximately 6,900 acres of land and located next to Moshav Idan in Central Arava. Read more >

Ramon Crater Named First International Night Sky Park in Middle East
The International Dark-Sky Association (IDA), an organization working to prevent light pollution and protecting the night skies, has named the Ramon Crater Nature Reserve as the latest International Dark Sky Park, the first destination to be recognized in the Middle East. Read more >

Ramat Hanadiv
Ramat Hanadiv is a nature site located between Zikhron Ya'akov and Binyamina, dedicated in memory of Baron Edmond de Rothschild, who played a role in the establishment of the State of Israel. Read more >

Haifa Seafront Project
A new seafront project in Haifa, initially approved by Israel's National Planning and Building Council last year, has received final approval from the government's Housing Cabinet. Read more >

Giro d'Italia in Israel
Giro d'Italia, the world's second largest bike race after the Tour de France, will commence its 101st race in Jerusalem next year, marking the first time it has started outside of Europe. Read more >

Incoming Tourism Projection - 2017 Fourth Quarter
The Israel Incoming Tour Operators Association (IITOA) has announced an estimated 30 percent increase on the number of tourists entering Israel this year Read more >
August 2017 Incoming Statistics
According to the Central Bureau of Statistics, 254,800 tourists entered Israel in August Read more >

Beit Kandinof
Beit Kandinof, a new space combining art, classes, events and dining, has opened on Hazorfim St. in Jaffa, in a 17th century structure comprising what was once three independent buildings Read more >

Gospel Trail Tourist Cable Car
A project to construct a tourist cable car, connecting the Upper Nazareth to the lower slopes of Tabor, has been approved by the Israeli government Read more >
Beit Shemesh Yarmuth Park
The Municipality of Beit Shemesh has announced the final plans for construction of Yarmuth Park, to commence within the year. Stage one, costing a reported ILS 30 million (approximately $8.4 million) Read more >

Tel Aviv – Jerusalem Express Train
The new high-speed train connecting Tel Aviv to Jerusalem in 28 minutes has completed its first test run. Read more >

Awards & Mentions - August
CNN has ranked hummus as the number one food on its roundup of "…20 of our favorite Middle Eastern dishes," as voted by restaurant owners and food experts. Read more >
Latest Appointments
David Bernas has joined the Crowne Plaza Eilat as general manager, moving from the Crowne Plaza Dead Sea where he also served as general manager during the last five years. Read more >
July 2017 Incoming Statistics
The Israel Central Bureau of Statistics has recorded 271,000 tourist entries during July 2017, a 17 percent increase compared to July last year. Air entries accounted for 246,000 of this figure. Read more >

Incoming Tour Operators Association Annual Conference
More than 400 participants attended the annual convention of the Incoming Tour Operators Association held at the Tel Aviv Hilton on July 31. Read more >

Kokia House Visitors Center
The Kokia House Visitors Center, located on HaNevi'im Street in central Jerusalem, opened its doors in December of last year. Read more >

Nature at Agamon Hula Lake
The Agamon Hula Lake Nature Park, which forms part of Israel's eco-tourism network, rests within the Upper Galilee's agricultural region at Hula Valley and is one of the country's most populated bird-watching sites. Read more >
Israel Ministry of Tourism Budget Increase
The Israel Finance Committee has approved a request by the Israel Ministry of Finance to transfer the 2016 surplus of ILS 164 million (around $46 million) Read more >

Betzavta – Local Dining in Israel
Betzavta (Hebrew for 'together') is a new dining concept launched earlies this year by co-founders Niv Saar and Ori Pearl, with a focus on bringing tourists and locals together. Read more >

Israel Antiquities Authority Discoveries
The Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) recently discovered a 1,600-year-old winepress, located in the Negev, unearthed in a stone building dating back to the fourth century, the start of the Byzantine period. According to a press release from the IAA, the region is known for its agricultural conditions and once housed vineyards that produced and exported local wine. Read more >

Inauguration of the Rosh Tzippor Birdwatching Center
Tzippor Birdwatching Center has opened in Rosh Tzippor Park in Ganei Yehoshua (Yarkon Park), a natural green
lung of Tel Aviv. Read more >
lung of Tel Aviv. Read more >
Southern Eilat Beach Opens to Public
A 300-meter stretch of shoreline located south of Eilat’s pier has transferred ownership from the Eilat Ashkelon Pipeline Company (EAPC) to the Municipality of Eilat. Read more >
Hadar Market Opens
The Hadar Market food fair has opened in Hadar Mall, Jerusalem. Read more >
Water Parks in Eilat
Two water parks scheduled for inauguration in Eilat over the next two to four years, are being developed. Read more >
Crusader Escape Tunnel Discovery
An 800 year old tunnel has been discovered in Tiberias by the Israel Antiquities Authority, thought to have once served as an escape route between a Crusader fortress in Tiberias and the Sea of Galilee. Read more >

National Parks and Nature Reserves Declaration
Finance Minister Moshe Kahlon has signed a declaration designating five new national parks and nature reserves in Israel. Read more >

International Business Forum Russia
A total of 250 tourism professionals participated at the international business forum in Russia, arranged by the Israel
Ministry of Tourism across two cities – Saint-Petersburg on June 6 and Moscow on June 8. Read more >
Ministry of Tourism across two cities – Saint-Petersburg on June 6 and Moscow on June 8. Read more >
Incoming Statistics for June
Based on figures by Israel’s Central Bureau of Statistics, the month of June 2017 has seen 303,000 visitors entering the country. Read more >

Fattal Market in Eilat
Fattal Hotels has launched a culinary venture entitled: “Fattal Market,” serving an Israeli style market breakfast twice a week in its Eilat hotels Read more >

Awards & Mentions - July
Condé Nast Traveller (UK) Hot List 2017
The UK edition of Condé Nast Traveller has included the Poli House Hotel on its Hot List 2017, announced in June and appearing in the publication’s July/August edition. The list features a number of “top hotel openings” as rated by the magazine. Read more >
The UK edition of Condé Nast Traveller has included the Poli House Hotel on its Hot List 2017, announced in June and appearing in the publication’s July/August edition. The list features a number of “top hotel openings” as rated by the magazine. Read more >

Awards & Mentions - May
Bezalel Hotel in Wallpaper
The Bezalel Hotel, Jerusalem, has been featured in lifestyle magazine Wallpaper, citing that it “…pays homage to the city’s local design and Israel’s artistic past and present.” Read more >
The Bezalel Hotel, Jerusalem, has been featured in lifestyle magazine Wallpaper, citing that it “…pays homage to the city’s local design and Israel’s artistic past and present.” Read more >

Spotlight - A Spiritual Journey of Safed
Located northwards of Tiberias in the Upper Galilee, the city is hailed as the center of Kabbalah and offers much to its thousands of annual visitors in terms of ancient sites, spiritual teachings and sprawling nature. Whilst living in Israel, I have heard much chatter of Safed’s holiness, and, like many others, have grown intrigued as to its supposed spiritual offerings. Read more >

Tel Aviv Convention Center
Founded in the 1920s, the Tel Aviv Convention Center has resided at its permanent location on Rokach Blvd., since the 1960s, where it stands surrounded by ornamental gardens Read more >
Mishlohof App
Mishlohof is an on-demand app providing deliveries to Tel Aviv beaches. Upon loading the app, users are asked to select their desired products, register via email or Facebook and pay with credit card, Paypal or cash, and click the “Find Me” button on the final screen, to allow couriers to pinpoint your location. Read more >
Premium Check-In at Ben Gurion Airport
A new premium check-in service station has been introduced at Ben Gurion Airport on the ground floor (G) of Terminal 3, for passengers traveling on El Al Arkia, Israir, Turkish Airline and SWISS, with more airlines to be introduced. Read more >
Incoming Statistics for May
May has seen an increase of almost 17 percent in the number of tourists visiting Israel compared to the same month last year. Read more >

The Developing Tel Aviv Promenade
As reported in ITN #384, the Atarim Corporation, which is 50 percent owned by the Municipality of Tel Aviv-Jaffa Read more >

Cable Car Tourism Project at the Western Wall
The Knesset (Israel’s Parliament) has approved the construction of a cable car tourism project to the Western Wall Read more >

Incoming Tourism Association Conference
The first conference of the Israel Association of Travel Agencies & Consultants for Incoming Tourism Read more >

German Speaking Trade Media Explore Israel
During May 18-24, the Israel Ministry of Tourism hosted three German-speaking travel trade journalists in Israel Read more >
Experience Jerusalem
Experience Jerusalem
The Jerusalem Development Authority (JDA) is launching a new cities break product targeting millennials, from the end of May. “When we say ‘millennials,’ we refer to those born between 1980 and 2000, a younger generation who experienced the developments of new media in its infancy,” says Director of Incoming Tourism & International Relations for the JDA Eli Nahmias. “This segment is what we refer to as a global generation. They are well connected through digital means and seek a different travel experience from their counterparts.” Read more >
The Jerusalem Development Authority (JDA) is launching a new cities break product targeting millennials, from the end of May. “When we say ‘millennials,’ we refer to those born between 1980 and 2000, a younger generation who experienced the developments of new media in its infancy,” says Director of Incoming Tourism & International Relations for the JDA Eli Nahmias. “This segment is what we refer to as a global generation. They are well connected through digital means and seek a different travel experience from their counterparts.” Read more >

Accommodation update in Israel
From the very North to the most southern point of Israel, visitors have a wide selection of accommodation options, some of which hold particular uniqueness to the country: hotels, boutique hotels, B&Bs, hostels, apartment rentals, camping grounds, cabins, kibbutzim (village settlements) and more. Read more >

Tel Aviv – Beyond the Beach
A number of trends have recently emerged in the shaping and development of Tel Aviv’s catalogue of tourism Read more >
Museums
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Israel Museum to host its first-ever online exhibition opening
The public is invited to a museum “first” when it hosts a “virtual opening” of the installation Inbal Hoffman: Mundane Heights online, its new venue for these types of events. Read more >

Israel Museum in Jerusalem is Re-opening its Doors
The number of visitors will be limited, with tickets purchased in advance on the museum’s website Read more >

Anchors Aweigh: Seaports of the Holy Land
The new Bible Lands Museum exhibition presents rare prints, photographs, maps, and drawings from the 16th to early 20th centuries. Read more >

Harbor Vaults at Caesarea National Park inaugurated
Caesarea Harbor, together with its antiquities, is one of the most popular tourist sites in Israel. Read more >

Tel Aviv Museum’s Pavilion for Contemporary Art to undergo renovation
The renovation will secure its future as a world-class exhibition space. Read more >

Israel Museum to display stone that mentions Jerusalem
The inscription reads: "Hananiah son of Dodalos of Jerusalem." Read more >

TripAdvisor includes Yad Vashem in top 25 museums
Yad Vashem made it onto TripAdvisor’s top 25 museums as part of its Best of 2018 awards rankings. Read more >

Megiddo Prison site to become tourist attraction
Armageddon is a popular site for the busloads of tourists visiting the sites of the Holy Land. Read more >

Israel Museum to host 15th Jerusalem Wine Festival
Visitors can experience wine tasting from Israel’s leading wineries in the unique atmosphere of the Art Garden, accompanied by live music. Read more >

Terra Sancta Museum in Jerusalem to Unveil New Archaeology Wing
The wing will open with an exhibition showcasing more than 300 artifacts from the time of Herod the Great to the VI Century. Read more >

New Yad Vashem Exhibition Marks Israel's 70th Anniversary
This exhibition illustrates how Jews yearned for the Land of Israel during and immediately following the Shoah in the years 1933-1948. Read more >

New Museum of Natural History to Open in Tel Aviv
The museum presents Israel’s national treasures of nature, selected from a scientific collection of five and a half million items. Read more >

Fragile Dead Sea Scroll Now on Display
Because of the scroll’s extreme fragility, the Israel Museum’s conservation team has mounted a unique exhibition using specially sealed construction developed in Israel, allowing total control of exposure to temperature and humidity. Read more >

Tower of David Museum in Jerusalem Launching New Multimedia Exhibit
The Tower of David Museum in Jerusalem is launching a new multimedia exhibit - the "King David Night Experience." Read more >

Record 900,000 Visited Israel Museum in 2017
This figure is a record for the Museum due to an increase both in Israeli and international visitors. Read more >

Albert Einstein Museum to Open in Jerusalem
A museum and visitors center, dedicated to the memory of Albert Einstein, is to open at the Hebrew University, Jerusalem, at a cost of approximately $5 million, supplied mainly from donors Read more >

Shelby White and Leon Levy Lod Mosaic Archaeology Center
Construction has commenced on the Shelby White and Leon Levy Lod Mosaic Archaeological Center, located in the north-east of Lod, in close proximity to Ben Gurion Airport. Read more >

Uri Geller Museum
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The Biblical Museum of Natural History
Located close to the entrance to Beit Shemesh, a short drive from Jerusalem, the Biblical Museum of Natural History opened recently. Read more >

New Wing at Beit Hatfutsot - The Museum of the Jewish People
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National Campus for the Archaeology of Israel
The Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) has undertaken a project to bring together and display a collection of two million archaeological objects, including 15,000 Dead Sea Scrolls, in the Jay and Jeanie Schottenstein National Campus for the Archaeology of Israel. Read more >

Kikar Hamusica
Kikar Hamusica (Music Square) recently opened to visitors Yoel Salomon St. in Jerusalem. Through the combined vision of French project creator Laurent Levy and museum director Eldad Levy, (the two are not related), to “unite all through music,” the 700m² project is advancing in its development Read more >
Nachum Gutman Museum Audio Tours
Audio tours have been introduced in the permanent exhibition at the Nachum Gutman Museum, located in Neve Tzedek, Tel Aviv. Read more >

The Gottesman Family Israel Aquarium, Jerusalem
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Tours
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A New Scenic Lookout at Mitzpe Ramon Crater
Minister of Tourism, Assaf Zamir: “The crater is one of the leading tourist attractions in the country” Read more >

The Jerusalem ramparts walk reopens
4 km of hiking in the open air in front of the wonderful and exciting views of the old and new city Read more >

20,000 pilgrims flock to Jesus’ baptismal site on Jordan River
Qasr al-Yahud (“the Castle of the Jews”) is located about 40 km. east of Jerusalem, on the border with Jordan. It is one of the holiest sites in the Christian world. Read more >

Tel Aviv among top 5 Google searches
Tel Aviv is world renown for its fantastic beaches, amazing nightlife, fabulous vibe and delectable cuisine. Read more >

Travel + Leisure chooses Caesarea as best 2020 tourist site
The ancient harbor city in Israel is T+L’s most recommended of all tourist destinations in the Middle East. Read more >

NY Post: Tel Aviv is a 'perfect vacation destination'
The beauty of the city is that you can walk it easily. Read more >

Celebrate Sylvester in style with these New Year's Eve celebrations across Israel
Israel's top venues are welcoming 2020 with exclusive tasting menus, rooftop parties, DJ sets, specialty cocktails and more. Read more >

Come light the Christmas Tree in Old Jaffa!
The Tel Aviv-Jaffa Municipality, together with the Jaffa Orthodox Scouts, placed a tree beside the Jaffa Clock Tower. Read more >

Winter in Israel is just as great as summer
Being outdoors in Israel during the rainy season might not be ideal, but there is plenty to do inside. Read more >

Finally! An urban camping site in Jerusalem
An overnight camping experience against the background of the Old City will attract many tourists. Read more >

Mt. Hermon ski site receives new cable car
The new cable car can transport children, infants and people with disabilities in almost any weather. Read more >

Jerusalem’s Old City is now accessible!
Visitors can now plan their way with a unique and free application called Accessible JLM-Old City. Read more >

Ten reasons to visit Tel Aviv in 2019
As Tel Aviv turns 110 this year, there are many great reasons to visit this hip, seaside city. Read more >

Yoga Arava is a group experience you will never forget!
The Israeli desert invites participants during its most beautiful season to take part in the yoga gathering of the year. Read more >

New website provides info on hiking in Israel
Israel By Foot is a unique website offering a wealth of information for tourists in Israel. Read more >

Proof That Israel is a Great Country to Visit
Israel is clearly a great place to visit as airlines expand routes to the Holy Land and to which tourism numbers from last year are testament. Read more >

TLV360 Launches New Pick-Up Service
TLV360 was founded by Ishay Gabinet in 2009, to offer guided cycling tours around Tel Aviv. Read more >

Independence Trail Launching in 2018
The Municipality of Tel Aviv-Yafo, with support from the Israel Ministry of Tourism, will launch the Independence Trail on Rothschild Blvd., next April, to coincide with 70 years of Israel's independence. Read more >

Yalla Basta Culinary Tours
Culinary tourism company Yalla Basta launched in 2012, operating a number of websites dedicated to markets across Israel. Read more >

Israel Tour Guide
Gilad Suffrin, who previously served as a police officer before training to become a tour guide, transitioned into working as a private independent guide in 2000 after completing a course with the Israel Ministry of Tourism. Read more >

Heavenly International Tours
Heavenly International Tours has been operating for over 32 years. The company was founded by Elisha Ben-Yitzhak, an Israeli artist and former employee of the Israeli Ministry of Tourism, who followed his vision to send American tourists to Israel and other destinations. Read more >

Buster's Beverage Company Tours
Buster's Beverage Company is a family run business located in Beit Shemesh, a region situated around 30km west of Jerusalem. Read more >

New activities in Israel
Video Kayaking Experience in the Upper Galilee
The HaGoshrim Kayaks site, located at Kibbutz HaGoshrim by the Hasbani River, has introduced the SpotOn app, which allows visitors to record their kayaking experience along one of two routes: the 5km family path, and a 6km trail with waterfalls. Read more >
The HaGoshrim Kayaks site, located at Kibbutz HaGoshrim by the Hasbani River, has introduced the SpotOn app, which allows visitors to record their kayaking experience along one of two routes: the 5km family path, and a 6km trail with waterfalls. Read more >

TLVstyle Boutique Tours
Boutique fashion tour company TLVstyle, founded by entrepreneur and fashion-content expert Galit Reismann, provides high-end tailor made tours in Tel Aviv. Read more >

Kenes Tours 'Women of Valor'
Christian and Jewish travel tour company Kenes Tours, in collaboration with the Center for Jewish Christian Understanding and Cooperation, has launched its “’Women of Valor’ – A Journey in the Footsteps of the Biblical Women” tour, which for the first time brought a group of Christian female pastors and wives of pastors together for a program crafted exclusively for women. Read more >

"Hallelujah" at the City of David
An evening presentation entitled “Hallelujah,” depicting the story of the rebuilding of the ancient city, has been launched at the ancient City of David in Jerusalem. Read more >

Mazada Tours in Israel, Jordan & Egypt
Established in 1981; Mazada Tours is a travel agency and tour operator for the incoming market to Israel, Jordan and Egypt, offering a range of tour options that includes pre-made, tailor made, luxury and VIP. Read more >

Touring Israel
Tailor-made tour company Touring Israel was set up in 2003 by American-born Israeli Joe Yudin, who immigrated to the country 25 years ago. “I believe that a happy tour guide is a happy tourist, and my main goal is not centered on maximizing profits,” says Yudin. Read more >

Uri Buri Culinary Tour and Crusader Academic Seminars
Israeli Chef Uri Jeremias has launched private guided culinary tours in Acre’s Old City, Read more >

In The Footsteps of Melania in Jerusalem
Following the visit of President Donald Trump to Israel last month, Ophir Tours has launched a new package tour for visitors Read more >

Marie of Nazareth Multimedia Show with Chinese Subtitles
The Marie of Nazareth International Center, which, among other attractions, houses an archaeological site, Read more >

New Kayaking Route at Kfar Blum
Kfar Blum Kayaks, an attraction site that has been operating for 30 years on Kibbutz Kfar Blum in the Upper Galilee, has launched a new sailing route. Read more >

WalkInnIsrael
WalkInnIsrael, a self-guided hiking tour company founded by authorized Tour Guide Alon Galin, offers a portfolio of pre-made walking trails across regions of Israel. Read more >

Rediscovering a City with Haifa Street Food Tours
Rediscovering a City with Haifa Street Food Tours
On my last visit to Haifa back in 2014, I spent the day touring the Baha’i Gardens and wandering the streets of the Carmel neighborhood, but I have since discovered that the city has plenty more to offer in its repertoire. Read more >
On my last visit to Haifa back in 2014, I spent the day touring the Baha’i Gardens and wandering the streets of the Carmel neighborhood, but I have since discovered that the city has plenty more to offer in its repertoire. Read more >
Industry Corner
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IMTM lauded as hugely successful
With a record breaking number of exhibitors and visitors this year, Israel's largest tourism fair demonstrates its importance in the industry Read more >

Israeli tourism minister: 2019 was record-breaking
The minister presented the revolution in his ministry's marketing efforts that have been implemented in recent years. Read more >

IMTM to break record with expanded exhibition space
With 8000 square meters of display area, international tourism fair IMTM is expected to be the largest ever. Read more >

ICC Jerusalem promotes conference tourism to Israel at IBTM Barcelona
Representatives of the Israeli MICE industry work hard to attract international investments to Israel. Read more >

Major increase in tourism to Israel in September-October
Over 852,000 tourists arrived, compared with 767,000 tourist arrivals last year - an increase of 11%. Read more >

Dramatic increase in September tourist hotel stays
This year saw an all-time record for this month, of about a million tourist stays. Read more >

September tourism to Israel breaks another record
Approximately 405,000 tourist entries were recorded in September, 44% more than last year. Read more >

Incentive groups to Israel on the rise
Mexican cosmetics and nutrition supplements giant "Omnilife" brought 3,300 employees. Read more >

Israel's hotels saw 5% increase in tourists this summer
Most of the tourist stays were recorded in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. Read more >

Israel breaks new incoming tourism record
'This is the third consecutive record-breaking year for incoming tourism.' Read more >

A toast to Israel's great tourism year
Israel continues to see record-breaking numbers in incoming tourism. Read more >

Recently discovered sites may impact tourism market
In the northern part of the Sea of Galilee, a Byzantine-era church was discovered. Read more >

August breaks new incoming tourism record
Significantly, Israel saw a 9% rise over last year and a 20% increase on 2017. Read more >

Israel's summer full of tourists
There has been a 10% increase in tourist entries in July 2019, compared to July 2018. Read more >

Israel Incoming Tour Operators Association event informs and entertains
Some of the speakers added an element of quality and color to the event. Read more >

93% of tourists rank visit to Israel as good to excellent
24.3% defined their visit for pilgrimage purposes, 21.3% for touring and sightseeing. Read more >

Master plan for upgrading and expanding Tel Aviv tourism sites revealed
The new plan, Tel Aviv-Yafo 2030, aims to make the city one of the world's leading urban destinations. Read more >

Chinese tourism to Israel jumps 51 percent in first 5 months of 2019
A total of 70,800 Chinese tourists visited Israel. Read more >

Tourists account for terrific hotel revenue
Foreign tourists accounted for nearly half of total hotel proceeds in the first quarter of 2019. Read more >

May sees 11% increase in tourism to Israel
440,000 tourists entered Israel in May 2019. Read more >

An increase of 25% in winter tourism to Eilat
Government subsidies for international winter flights to Eilat has proven itself. Read more >

Over 405,000 tourists visit Israel in April
Compared to 2018, this is a 7% rise in tourist arrivals! Read more >

Over 200 million clicks for Israel Tourism Ministry's Eurovision campaign!
The video clip, called “Douze Points”, has been widely viewed across Europe. Read more >

First quarter of 2019 sees rising tourist hotel stays
2.9 million tourist stays - an increase of 9% over the first quarter of 2018! Read more >

Ben-Gurion Airport to be expanded
A fifth passenger concourse will be constructed to accommodate additional aircraft. Read more >

Record tourism to Israel continues in 2019
1.14 million tourists came to Israel in the first three months of 2019, up 14% from the same period last year. Read more >

February shows upward trend in tourist hotel stays
Most were in Jerusalem (approximately 34%) and in Tel Aviv (approximately 20%). Read more >

Tourism to Israel maintains record levels in February
In January and February, 683,000 visitors came to Israel, up 16% from the first two months of 2018. Read more >

Experts discuss MICE at Israel's IMTM
What can we do in order to promote Israel as a MICE destination? Read more >

IMTM celebrates 25th year highlighting Israeli tourism
The main reason for the fair was business and thousands of business cards exchanged hands. Read more >

Israel's tourism ministry hosts top international travel reps
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Israel to convert office buildings in Tel Aviv-Jaffa into hotels
In the past year, 17 applications expected to create 1,384 rooms were submitted. Read more >

IMTM fair to hit record numbers as it celebrates 25 years
IMTM is celebrating 25 years of success in the tourism industry in Israel. Read more >

Tourist hotel stays up in November
Most of the tourist stays were in Jerusalem (approximately 35%) and Tel Aviv (approximately 20%). Read more >

1,000 Filipino workers will work in Israeli hotels
The workers have undergone training in the field of housekeeping and cleaning for the hotel industry. Read more >

For the first time, ECTAA of the EU meet in Jerusalem
This is the first time that ECTAA, established in 1961, has been officially hosted in Israel. Read more >

IMTM to celebrate 25th anniversary
Mark your calendar for the upcoming IMTM fair, which will take place on February 12-13, 2019. Read more >

Israel Hotel Investment Summit draws top investors
Now is the time to invest in Israel! Read more >

Israel pavilion popular at London tourism fair
Israel’s tourism numbers are skyrocketing as foreign tourist’s interest in this tiny Jewish state continues to grow. Read more >

Israel draws crowds at London tourism fair
WTM London is a great opportunity for Israel to showcase its many highlights. Read more >

First Israel Hotel Investment Summit to be held in Tel Aviv
The two-day summit will provide participants with tools and information relevant to investing in the Israeli market. Read more >

Fabulous international culinary event returning to Israel
Round Tables by American Express brings together the world’s best restaurants and their Israeli counterparts. Read more >

UNWTO ranks Israel 3rd
Israel is considered to be among the highest-growing tourist destinations. Read more >

International Tourism Security Summit kicks off in Jerusalem
Israel has become a leader in demonstrating how to rebound from dips in tourism due to terror-related issues. Read more >

Israel Incoming Tour Operators Association holds annual event at Hilton
The Association’s members contribute enormously to Israel and its economy, creating jobs and improving Israel’s image. Read more >

Israel Hosts Asian Ctrip Delegation
Ctrip, one of the largest Chinese travel wholesalers and the largest online travel agency holds about 80 percent of China's online market. Read more >

China: Israel's Fastest Growing Source of Tourists in 2017
China was Israel's fastest growing source of tourists in 2017 with over 113,000 Chinese traveling to Israel last year. Read more >

Media Influencers for the US
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Media Delegation from the Philippines
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East Asian countries at IMTM 2018
The 24th annual IMTM, International Tourism Exhibition, will take place during February 6-7 in Pavilion 2 at the Tel Aviv Convention Center. Read more >

Where Else: Israel 2017
The Israel Ministry of Tourism, in cooperation with regional tourism associations, the Hotels Association, and the Israel Incoming Tour Operators Association, held its annual "Where Else" convention in Israel for the seventh consecutive year Read more >

Israel Incoming Tour Operators Association at JATA Japan
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Conan O'Brien at the Dan Tel Aviv
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The ICC Jerusalem at IBTM China
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The Chainsmokers in Israel
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Tourism Agents From India
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Tourism Agents From Japan
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Smile Tourism Services of the Bureau of Incoming Tour Operators
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CEO of Lot Raphael Milcharsky
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The Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi
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Incoming Tourism Association Conference
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Alex Len of the Pheonix Suns
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President of the Republic of Nauru
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Tanzanian Delegation
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Prime Minister of Ukraine Volodymyr Groysman in Israel
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Steven Tyler of Aerosmith
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Aviation
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First Commercial Emirati Flight Lands in Tel Aviv
Flight EY9607 by Etihad Airways between Abu Dhabi and Tel Aviv lands for the first in Israel Read more >

El Al Airlines to Resume More Passenger Flights
Israel's El Al Airlines to resume more passenger flights to United States and Europe Read more >

EL AL Announces Gradual Return of Passenger and Cargo Flights
Entry into Israel is possible only for holders of Israeli passports, in accordance with government directives Read more >

United Airlines is Launching a New Regular Flight Between Tel Aviv and Chicago
United is the first and only airline to offer service on this route Read more >

The first commercial flight between Israel and UAE from Ben Gurion Airport to Abu Dhabi and over Saudi Arabia
El Al flew yesterday the Israeli and American delegation from Ben Gurion Airport to Abu Dhabi to promote the peace agreement and normalization between Israel and the United Arab Emirates Read more >

United Airlines Relaunches More Flights to Israel
The Famous American airline announces renewal of Tel Aviv - San Francisco line starting July 10 Read more >

Delta is Resuming Its Flights to Israel
The New York-Tel Aviv-New York line has been renewed Read more >

A Wizz Flight from Milan to Tel Aviv
A new Wizz Air line will begin operating on July 17, 2020, offering 7 weekly flights Read more >

Imperium Jets Raises $600,000 to Make Private Jet Travel More Accessible
The pre-seed funding round comes as the startup sees demand for their services in response to changes to travel caused by the coronavirus Read more >

At the Height of the COVID-19 Era: Israir is Making History
The airline rescues Israeli families from all over Europe and returns them safely to Israel Read more >

Turkish Airlines launching low-cost brand in Israel
Turkish Airlines is bringing Anadolu Jet, its low-cost brand used for flights from Sabiha Airport, the smallest airport in Istanbul, to Israel. Read more >

El Al's 15th Dreamliner 'Daliyat El Carmel' lands at Ben-Gurion Airport
The new Dreamliner is the third 787-8 model, one of four El Al purchased. Read more >

El Al to launch direct flights from Dublin to Tel Aviv in May
The direct flight, which is approximately six hours, will allow easy access between the two hi-tech cities. Read more >

Israir to launch route between Tel Aviv and Yerevan
The airline also announced plans to launch seasonal routes between Tel Aviv and Palma de Mallorca in Spain and the Latvian capital Riga. Read more >

Corendon Airlines launching 5 new Tel Aviv routes
The Turkish airline is launching new routes between Tel Aviv and cities in Germany, Italy, Greece and Bulgaria. Read more >

Air India adding flights on Tel Aviv - Delhi route
The airline will soon operate six weekly flights instead of just three. Read more >

El Al wins prestigious award
The distinguished award was presented to representatives of El Al at the leading annual Dublin Aircraft Finance Conference. Read more >

Ethiopian Airlines names new plane 'Tel Aviv'!
The aircraft was received at a festive ceremony at Ben Gurion Airport and attended by many distinguished participants. Read more >

S7 Airlines to launch Novosibirsk – Tel Aviv service
Russian carrier Siberian Airlines plans to add a new route to Israel in April. Read more >

Israir launches new weekly flight to Zurich
Israeli airline also increasing flights to Ljubljana, Slovenia to two weekly flights starting in May. Read more >

El Al considering direct flights from Casablanca to Tel Aviv
Moroccan citizens looking to fly to Israel directly might finally have the opportunity to do so. Read more >

Israir to launch route between Haifa, Larnaca
The airline will operate weekly 50 minute flights on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Read more >

Transavia to launch new flight route from Brussels to Tel Aviv
Starting from March 2020, the airline will begin operating flights three times a week. Read more >

El Al to test flights between Tel Aviv, Australia
The long, 17-hour flight to Australia will use the Boeing 787 Dreamliner, and will be the longest direct flight El Al has ever flown to date. Read more >

El Al receives 13th Dreamliner
This is part of the company's strategic plan to replace its aircraft fleet with the newest planes. Read more >

El Al launches route to Chicago
During the event, El Al CEO Gonen Ussishkin gave a model of El Al's Dreamliner aircraft to the governor of Illinois. Read more >

Wizz Air launches new flights from Katowice and Warsaw to Eilat
Passengers will be able to fly from Warsaw to Ramon Airport on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Read more >

Billionaire Sir Richard Branson launches Virgin services in Israel
This comes after last month's launch of Virgin Atlantic's daily Tel Aviv - London flights. Read more >

Ryanair to launch flights between Toulouse and Tel Aviv
The new route will operate twice a week. Read more >

SkyUp Airlines launches new flights from Ukraine to Tel Aviv
Flights are set to launch in November. Read more >

Virgin Atlantic launches London - Tel Aviv route
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Watch: El Al's new Dreamliner flies over Jerusalem!
Aptly named 'Jerusalem of Gold', El Al's new plane flew over the city it was named after. Read more >

Virgin to serve Israeli menu
The Good Egg Restaurant operates two branches in London. Read more >

Say goodbye to El Al's jumbo 747-400
Since 1971, the company has operated tens of thousands of flights on this route with jumbo jets. Read more >

El Al presents 'Jerusalem of Gold' Dreamliner
El Al unveils unique design of company's 12th Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft. Read more >

El Al to launch routes to Dublin, Dusseldorf
The Israeli airline will offer three weekly flights each. Read more >

Wizz Air to expand operations in Israel
Wizz Air will continue to contribute to the local economy and encourage tourism to Israel. Read more >

TAP Air Portugal to expand Israel route
The airline will soon double the frequency of flights on the line between Tel Aviv and Lisbon. Read more >

American Airlines to fly nonstop from Dallas to Israel
It will be the first time the airline has flown to Ben-Gurion International Airport since 2015. Read more >

easyJet launches route from Tel Aviv to Toulouse
EasyJet operates flights between Tel Aviv and 18 select destinations in Europe. Read more >

Air Seychelles to fly between Israel, Seychelles
With direct flights to Tel Aviv, the Seychelles will be the first country in Africa to operate the A320neo. Read more >

Israir doubles Haifa-Eilat weekend flights
Israir's flights to and from Eilat are now also flying via Haifa Airport. Read more >

Israir to launch Tel Aviv - Odessa flights
'The city offers a vacation combining sunbathing on the beach with Jewish history and a vibrant culture and nightlife.' Read more >

El Al is off to Vegas!
El Al will soon be operating direct flights to and from eight destinations in North America. Read more >

Air Europa to launch Tel Aviv - Malaga route
The flights will operate twice weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Read more >

Sun d'Or launching flights between Tel Aviv and Dubrovnik
The route is the airline’s second to Croatia, following the company’s existing flights to Zagreb. Read more >

El Al to launch direct flights between Tel Aviv and Tokyo
The direct flights to Japan are part of El Al's plan to expand its flight routes to meet the needs of both Israeli travelers and international travelers arriving in Israel. Read more >

RwandAir to fly to Tel Aviv
The airline will connect tourists and business travelers between Tel Aviv and its network via its Kigali hub. Read more >

Wizz Air now offering flights from Vilna to Eilat
The new line will begin operating from October 2019 with two weekly flights. Read more >

British Airways will soon use new Airbus A350-1000 to Tel Aviv
This new model has a new business class plan, with a special suite for each passenger. Read more >

Atlas Global expanding routes between Turkey and Israel
Tourists from nearly every country find Israel to be a phenomenal destination. Read more >

El Al decorates plane with illustrations of San Francisco and Vegas
The illustrations, wrapped around the fuselage, are of San Francisco on one side, and the other side of Las Vegas. Read more >

Bluebird Airways to launch route between Tel Aviv, Prague
Israel continues to be a hot destination for tourists from around the globe. Read more >

EasyJet to increase flights between Israel and Italy
The airline connects Ben-Gurion Airport to Milan Malpensa, Naples and Venice. Read more >

TAP Air Portugal inaugurates Tel Aviv-Lisbon route
TAP is now operating daily flights to the Portuguese capital with connections to North America. Read more >

Ryanair launching Tel Aviv-Nuremberg route
The low-cost carrier will operate two flights a week from between Tel Aviv and Nuremberg on Mondays and Fridays. Read more >

Ryanair to launch flights from Budapest to Tel Aviv
The new flights will operate four times a week. Read more >

Wizz Air to launch new route from Krakow to Tel Aviv
Flights are set to begin operating on September 16, 2019. Read more >

Ryanair's Lauda to launch Tel Aviv - Vienna flights
Flights begin October 27 with one-way fares starting from €37. Read more >

Architectural Digest spotlights Israel's new airport
'A forward-thinking approach to living within the confines of a harsh desert.' Read more >

Turkish Airlines launching direct Tel Aviv-Izmir flights
The airline will also launch direct flights to and from Antalya. Read more >

Ryanair to launch Tel Aviv-Berlin flights
The airline is set to launch daily flights between Tel Aviv and Berlin starting in October. Read more >

Ben Gurion Airport to introduce automated security checks
Machines will replace human inspectors. Read more >

First international flight lands at new Ramon Airport
The airport creates an impressive new international gateway to Southern Israel and the Red Sea. Read more >

United Airlines to launch non-stop flights from Washington, DC to Tel Aviv
The flights will operate 3 times a week and are expected to eventually operate even more frequently. Read more >

easyJet to launch Tel Aviv-Nantes route
The UK low-cost carrier will operate three weekly flights to France's sixth largest city. Read more >

El Al to launch direct flights from Chicago to Tel Aviv
El Al received eight Dreamliner planes and, with another eight coming, even more new flight routes will be possible. Read more >

Ryanair to launch Tel Aviv-Marseilles route
The Irish low cost carrier will offer three weekly flights starting in October. Read more >

Virgin Atlantic CEO excited about Tel Aviv
Virgin Atlantic will launch its new route between Tel Aviv and London Heathrow in September. Read more >

El Al announces new direct flight between Orlando, Tel Aviv
These new flights come on top of direct flights begun by El Al to Las Vegas and San Francisco. Read more >

Alitalia Airlines to launch direct flights from Milan to Tel Aviv
The new flights between Milan and Tel Aviv will operate between July 29 and October 25, 2019 Read more >

Arkia to launch direct flights between Goa & Cochin, India and Tel Aviv
The flight should take about seven hours and will be offered on Arkia’s new Airbus a321neo LR. Read more >

Austrian Airlines to expand routes to Israel
As of February 17, three additional round-trip weekly flights will be added to the flight schedule. Read more >

Sun D’Or to launch direct flights from Tokyo to Tel Aviv
Israeli tourism to Japan and vice versa has seen a recent increase. Read more >

Air Armenia to launch flights from Yerevan to Tel Aviv
The airline now flies between Russia’s Voronezh Airport and Yerevan. The same flight will then continue on to Tel Aviv Read more >

Sichuan Airlines to join IMTM for first time
The airline will make its debut at the international tourism show on February 12-13 at the Expo Tel Aviv. Read more >

China Southern Airlines to launch flights from Guangzhou to Tel Aviv
These new flights will make Tel Aviv accessible from both Guangzhou and Shenzhen. Read more >

Israel inaugurates new international airport
Referred to by some as Timna Airport in light of its location, the official name is Ramon International Airport. Read more >

Hainan Airlines to launch direct flight from Shenzhen to Tel Aviv
This route will replace the current route between Tel Aviv and Guangzhou. Read more >

Ryanair launches flights from Sofia, Athens and Bucharest to Tel Aviv
Ryanair offers flights from 15 European destinations to Tel Aviv as well as to Eilat. Read more >

RwandAir to launch route to Israel
Israel is opening up to Africa as more airlines from the continent are eager to fly to the Jewish State. Read more >

Ilan Ramon Airport to open on January 22
The new airport will create an impressive new international gateway to Southern Israel and the Red Sea. Read more >

Virgin Atlantic plans London-Tel Aviv flights
Israel remains a top destination for tourists from around the world. Read more >

In first, Latin American airline LATAM lands in Israel
The new LATAM flights will increase the number of tourists from Latin America. Read more >

El Al announces new flight – to Vegas!
The flights will be operated on the new Dreamliner planes in the Economy, Premium and Business Classes. Read more >

Singapore Airlines to fly direct flights to Tel Aviv
The airline will announce specific dates for flights to Tel Aviv soon. Read more >

Lufthansa celebrates 50 years in Israel
From 2 weekly flights in 1968 to more than 80 weekly flights! Read more >

Ryanair to fly from Thessaloniki to Tel Aviv
Ryanair will now have 11 routes to and from European destinations to Tel Aviv. Read more >

United to operate new Dreamliner Boeing 787-10 on NY-Israel route
The 787-10 will offer passengers a variety of improvements and innovations. Read more >

Arkia and Vietnam Airlines sign new deal
The addition of Arkia as an additional designated carrier on the route to Bangkok with El Al was made possible following an aviation agreement signed between Israel and Thailand. Read more >

Transavia strengthens its presence in Israel
Israel is a major market for Transavia and will bring in hundreds of thousands of tourists on flights to Israel. Read more >

EasyJet launches Tel Aviv – Stansted route
Airlines are adding more routes to meet the demands of tourists who want to travel to Israel. Read more >

El Al announces new route from Manchester
The line will begin operating on May 26, 2019, and will offer three weekly flights. Read more >

Air India expanding Tel Aviv route
The company's goal is to eventually reach a daily flight. Read more >

Air France celebrates 85th birthday in Israel
The company, which began flying to Israel before the establishment of the State of Israel, noted the importance of the Israeli market. Read more >

Ryanair adds flights from Memmingen to Tel Aviv
Starting in October, Ryanair will launch new flights connecting Memmingen, in Bavaria, Germany, with Tel Aviv, Israel. Read more >

TAP to launch flights from Lisbon to Tel Aviv
TAP nonstop flights from Lisbon, Portugal to Tel Aviv, Israel will start in April 2019. Read more >

Tokyo-Israel flights on the way?
Israel continues to rise as a top destination for foreign tourists. Read more >

China’s Sichuan Airlines to launch direct Tel Aviv-Chengdu route
The duration of the flight from Chengdu to Tel Aviv will be eight hours and twenty minutes. Read more >

EasyJet adds flights from London Stansted to Tel Aviv
This new connection allows every area of London to be very well connected to the Holy Land! Read more >

Wizz Air to launch new winter routes to Eilat
Wizz Air is launching two new winter routes connecting Eilat with Budapest and Sofia. Read more >

United Airlines to launch DC-Tel Aviv flight
The airline will start flying from Dulles International Airport to Tel Aviv three times a week beginning May 22, 2019. Read more >

Lot to connect another Polish city with Israel
The new connections are offered to satisfy Israel’s growing popularity among Polish tourists. Read more >

50 years in Israel: Lufthansa launches 2 new routes
German airline Lufthansa, which is celebrating 50 years of operations in Israel, is expanding its activity to another destination in Israel: Eilat. Read more >

Transavia expanding activity in Israel
Israel is a major market for Transavia. Read more >

Wizz Air announces new route from Vienna to Eilat
Hungarian airline Wizz Air continues its expansion in Israel. Read more >

Air Europa to operate weekly flight from Madrid to Eilat next winter
The new route from Madrid Barajas to Eilat Ovdah will open on October 30, flying weekly through to March 26, 2019. Read more >

Lufthansa may launch direct flights to Eilat
The German carrier currently operates several daily flights to Israel’s Ben Gurion airport. Read more >

Air India adds fourth flight to Israel
Air India is the first airline to fly over Saudi Arabia to Israel, reducing flight time to just six hours. Read more >

Wizz Air to Operate New Winter Route from London-Luton to Eilat
The announcement underscores Wizz Air's commitment to the Israeli market and its ever-growing expansion. Read more >

MyWay Airlines Launches Direct Flights from Tbilisi to Tel Aviv
The Georgian airline joins many other airlines that have recognized the value of launching routes to Israel. Read more >

Wizz Air to Operate New Route From Sibiu, Romania to Tel Aviv
The new route, which will commence on 14 July with two weekly frequencies, on Tuesdays and Saturdays, is the sixth direct WIZZ route from Romania into Israel. Read more >

Hainan plans Tel Aviv - Guangzhou flights
Hainan Airlines will launch a new direct route with three weekly flights between Guangzhou and Tel Aviv from August 2. Read more >

Transavia to Launch Direct Route From Amsterdam to Eilat
Israel is a top tourist destination and will continue to grow and become recognized as such in the years ahead. Read more >

Air Moldova Launches Route to Israel
As the global travel industry learns that Israel is a top tourist destination, more airlines will add routes to Tel Aviv and Eilat. Read more >

LATAM to Launch Flights from Brazil to Israel
Israel's incoming tourism industry continues to grow as more airlines understand the importance of creating easily accessible routes to the Holy Land. Read more >

British Airways to Bring Even More Tourists to Israel This Summer
The airline is increasing its weekly flights to 19 flights between Tel Aviv and London. Read more >

Blue Bird Airways Launches New Route Between Tel Aviv and Vienna
As Europe discovers Israel as among the top destinations in the Middle East, more airlines are opening routes to accommodate demand. Read more >

Israir Launching Summer Flights Between Tel Aviv, Scotland, Norway
These destinations join the list of new routes launched by Israir in recent months, including Genoa in Italy, Baku, Azerbaijan, Sochi in Russia and Pafos. Read more >

Edelweiss to Launch New Direct Route from Zurich to Eilat
For the first time, and with cooperation with the Tourism Ministry, Edelweiss, Switzerland's leading leisure travel airline and a member of the Lufthansa group, is to open a new direct route from Zurich to Eilat from October 28, 2018. Read more >

Air India Receives Green Light to Fly to Israel Over Saudi Airspace
The airline will start flying the route three times a week from March 22. Read more >

Ethiopian Airlines to Operate Dreamliner on Route to Israel
The airline announced it has launched a new mobile app and will begin using the Dreamliner for the route to Tel Aviv. Read more >

El Al Receives its Fourth Dreamliner
El Al is updating its fleet of airplanes as part of an effort to replace old planes and to meet the demands of the market. Read more >

Alitalia Expanding Activities in Israel
The Italian airline plans to add flights to Israel this summer. Read more >

Arkia Acquires 50% of Aero Handling
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Ben Gurion Airport Opens New Passenger Concourse
The new extension in Terminal 3, Wing E, will accommodate up to 1,800 more passengers per hour, allowing for dozens of additional incoming and outgoing flights daily. Read more >

Ben Gurion Airport to be Reclassified as 'Large'
Ben Gurion Airport, which is currently categorized as a medium-sized airport will now be included among the world's largest airports. Read more >

ASL Airline to Launch Direct Flights from Paris to Tel Aviv
French airline ASL is launching a new direct route between Paris and Tel Aviv. Read more >

Air India May Launch Direct Route Between Delhi and Tel Aviv
Air India as announced it may launch a direct route between Delhi and Ben-Gurion Airport this March
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Cathay Pacific Adding Flights to Hong Kong-Tel Aviv Route
Cathay Pacific announced on Sunday that it will expand its operations in Israel to six weekly flights between Tel Aviv and Hong Kong. Read more >

Arkia Authorized to Operate Flights Between Bangkok, Tel Aviv
Israeli airline Arkia has been authorized to operate regular flights from Tel Aviv, Israel, to Bangkok, Thailand Read more >

Sichuan Airlines Expected to Launch Flights From Chengdu, China to Tel Aviv
Israel's tourism industry is growing exponentially as evidenced by more airlines that are adding routes to Israel. Read more >

85 Years of British Airways in Israel
It has been 85 years since British Airways launched its first flight from London to Israel, which was operated in 1932 by Imperial Airways. Read more >

Wizz Air Increases London Flights
Budget-airline Wizz Air will increase its offering of flights from London Luton to Tel Aviv. Read more >

easyJet Flights from Tegel Airport
easyJet has launched flights from Berlin's Tegel Airport to Tel Aviv. Read more >

Aviation News
Chilean-based airline LATAM Airlines will commence flights between the region and Israel in 2018. Read more >

Air Transat Expands Montreal Flights
Air Transat, which operated two weekly direct flights from Montreal to Tel Aviv between June and October of this year, is adding a third flight to its 2018 summer schedule. Read more >
AtlasGlobal Istanbul Ataturk to Tel Aviv
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Delta Comfort - New York to Tel Aviv
From the end of January 2018, passengers flying on Delta's New York to Tel Aviv flight will be able to purchase a Delta Comfort ticket. Passengers previously had to buy an economy ticket and separate supplement to receive added benefits of Delta Comfort. Read more >

Cathay Pacific Increases Frequency
Around six months after launching its Hong Kong to Tel Aviv flights, Cathay Pacific has announced an increase in flight frequency Read more >
XL Airways Flights to Tel Aviv
French airline XL Airways has introduced flights between four US States: New York, Miami, Los Angeles and San Francisco, to Tel Aviv, via Paris-Charles de Gaulle International Airport. Read more >
El Al and Aerolineas Argentinas Code Sharing Agreement
A joint code share agreement has been signed at the Argentine Embassy in Tel Aviv between El Al and Aerolineas Argentinas, to expand cooperation between both airlines. Read more >

August 2017 Ben Gurion Airport Statistics
According to statistics from the Israel Airports Authority (IAA), August 2017 saw over 2.5 million people passing through Ben Gurion Airport, reflecting an 18 percent increase on August of last year. Read more >

Wizz Air Developments
Low-cost Hungarian airline Wizz Air has reported an 82 percent increase in the number of routes offered into Israel since it began operating in the country during 2012. Read more >

Ryanair Developments in Israel
In 2017, low-cost Irish airline Ryanair, which launched in July of 1985 with daily flights from Waterford to London Gatwick, became the first European airline to have carried 1 billion customers.
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Wizz Air Expands Eilat Routes
Wizz Air has announced four new routes from Bucharest, Katowice, Riga and Prague to Eilat's Ovda Airport as part of its winter schedule, which runs from 29 October 2017 to 24 March 2018. Read more >
Passenger Numbers at Haifa International Airport
The Israel Airports Authority has reported a 665 percent increase in passenger traffic recorded at Haifa Airport, which operates international flights to and from destinations in Greece - Athens, Larnaca, Rhodes and Kos, and well as flights between Haifa and paphos (Cyorus), and domestic flights. Read more >
Ryanair Rome to Tel Aviv Flights
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Ben Gurion Airport Passenger Numbers
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Rise in Passenger Traffic at Ovda Airport
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Hainan Airlines Flights From Guangzhou
Chinese airline Hainan has launched a direct flight between Guangzhou and Tel Aviv. Read more >

New easyJet Routes from Italy
Low cost airline easyJet has announced two new routes to Tel Aviv, from Venice and Naples. Read more >

El Al Expands Code Share Agreements
El Al has signed a number of code share agreements with Aeroméxico, Australian airline Qantas and Portuguese airline TAP, in addition to expanding its agreement with Thai Airways, during the recent International Air Transport Association (IATA) conference in Mexico. Read more >

El Al Malaga Flights to Tel Aviv
El Al has launched the first direct flight between Malaga in Spain and Tel Aviv, operating on Thursdays and Sundays until the end of October. Read more >
Charlie Airlines Larnaca to Tel Aviv Flights
Cyprus-based airline Charlie Airlines has commenced direct flights from Larnaca to Tel Aviv, with three weekly flights on Mondays, Wednesdays and Sundays. Read more >

An Update on easyJet in Israel
easyJet, the low-cost British airline, launched its first route to Tel Aviv from London Luton in 2009, and has since grown to become the second largest airline operating in Israel, after El Al.
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Ural Airlines and Pegas Fly Flights to Tel Aviv
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United Airlines Polaris Business Class
United Airlines is integrating its new Boeing 777-300ER model into its daily Newark flight to Tel Aviv, from May. Read more >
New Delhi Flights Launch to Tel Aviv
Air India is launching new direct flights from New Delhi to Tel Aviv, starting from May. Read more >
Hainan Adds Fifth Flight
Chinese airline Hainan has added a fifth weekly flight to Tel Aviv, with a Saturday frequency. Read more >
British Airways Additional Flights
British Airways flights between London and Tel Aviv have increased by five further weekly flights, bringing its total to 19 a week. Read more >
Air Malta Flights to Tel Aviv
Maltese national airline Air Malta is launching direct flights to Tel Aviv, as part of its summer timetable. Read more >
Air Europa Adds More Flights
Spanish airline Air Europa is increasing its Madrid-Tel Aviv route from three to six flights a week, starting in July. Read more >
Dov Airfield Update
The Knesset (Israeli Parliament) has passed a bill to continue the operation of Tel Aviv’s Dov Airfield until 2019, at which time the military airport is to cease function. Read more >
Incoming Tour Operators Association Committee
The Incoming Tour Operators Association in Israel has established a Bureau of Aviation Committee to address changes in the field and create updated business models to market Israel abroad, including aviation matters. Read more >
El Al Spring Escape
El Al has partnered with Leonardo by Fattal Hotels to offer spring vacation packages from New York to Israel via JFK and Newark airports. Read more >

easyJet Considering Eilat Flights
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Wow Air Flights to Reykjavik
Low-cost Icelandic airline Wow has announced a new direct route between Reykjavik, Iceland and Tel Aviv, commencing in June with six weekly flights. Read more >

Wizz Air New Flight Routes
Low-cost airline Wizz Air has announced a new route from London Luton to Tel Aviv starting in June and operating four times a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays. Read more >
Tus Airways Haifa to Greece Flights
Cypriot airline Tus Airways, which began operations in early 2016, has introduced direct flights between Athens, Rhodes and the Greek Island of Kos and Haifa Airport. Read more >
Ryanair’s New Routes to Tel Aviv & Eilat
Ryanair’s Chief Commercial Director, David O’Brien, announced the budget airline’s winter 2017 schedule last month at a press conference in Tel Aviv. Read more >
Air Canada Montreal to Tel Aviv
Air Canada is launching a new direct flight twice weekly from Montreal to Tel Aviv, from June to October. Read more >
New Domestic Routes in Israel
Talks are in progress to create a “hub” in Tel Aviv for foreign carriers to operate onward flights to Eilat. Read more >
Additional Austrian Airline Flights
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Altalia Athens to Tel Aviv
Italian airline Alitalia is to launch direct Athens to Tel Aviv flights, which a tentative schedule set from May and offering a daily flight year round. Read more >

Wizz Air from Varna
Low-cost airline Wizz Air is launching a new route from Varna, Bulgaria to Tel Aviv from July, with three weekly flights. Read more >
Ryanair Launches First Flights to Tel Aviv
Ryanair is launching a direct daily flight from Paphos, Cyprus to Tel Aviv, which will operate from March until October 2017, with 100,000 passengers expected to travel annually on this route. Read more >
Air Transat Montreal to Tel Aviv Route
Canadian airline Air Transat will be operating direct flights from Montreal to Tel Aviv between June and October 2017, providing two afternoon departures a week from Montreal and two morning return flights from Tel Aviv. Read more >
Terminal 1 Reopens at Ben Gurion Airport
Ben Gurion Airport Terminal 1 has reopened following four months of upgrades, including advanced check-in, baggage-drop service, security checks and passport control. Read more >
Hainan Airlines Shanghai to Tel Aviv
Hainan Airlines is to launch a direct flight from Shanghai to Tel Aviv starting September 12 and operating three days a week. Read more >

Wizz Air Timisoara Flights to Tel Aviv
Low cost Hungarian airline Wizz Air has announced a new direct route from Timisoara, Romania to Tel Aviv, commencing October 30 with two weekly flights on Mondays and Fridays. Read more >
Ural Airlines flying to Israel
Ural Airlines flying to Israel
Ural Airlines inaugurated its new route between Sochi in Russia and Tel Aviv, operating twice weekly, Thursdays and Sundays, all year round. Read more >
Ural Airlines inaugurated its new route between Sochi in Russia and Tel Aviv, operating twice weekly, Thursdays and Sundays, all year round. Read more >
Wizz Air Expands Routes to Israel
Wizz Air Expands Routes to Israel
Low-cost Hungarian airline Wizz Air has announced new routes to Tel Aviv from: Lublin, Poland; Craiova, Romania; and Kosice, Slovakia. Bi-weekly flights on each route will operate from June. The airline is also increasing its frequency on its Bucharest to Tel Aviv flights, from four to seven times a week, from September 18, and Budapest to Tel Aviv from seven to ten flights a week, from October 29. Read more >
Low-cost Hungarian airline Wizz Air has announced new routes to Tel Aviv from: Lublin, Poland; Craiova, Romania; and Kosice, Slovakia. Bi-weekly flights on each route will operate from June. The airline is also increasing its frequency on its Bucharest to Tel Aviv flights, from four to seven times a week, from September 18, and Budapest to Tel Aviv from seven to ten flights a week, from October 29. Read more >
SAS returning to Israel
SAS returning to Israel
Scandinavian airline SAS is launching direct flights from Stockholm to Eilat for the winter period, from October to March. The new route is part of the Ministry of Tourism’s “Winter Flights Directive” framework, which offers airlines a subsidy per passenger. This is the first route offered for Israel by SAS since it ceased operations to the country in March 2016. Read more >
Scandinavian airline SAS is launching direct flights from Stockholm to Eilat for the winter period, from October to March. The new route is part of the Ministry of Tourism’s “Winter Flights Directive” framework, which offers airlines a subsidy per passenger. This is the first route offered for Israel by SAS since it ceased operations to the country in March 2016. Read more >
El Al Direct Miami Flights
El Al Direct Miami Flights
El Al has announced the reintroduction of its direct Miami to Tel Aviv route, which ceased operation in 2008. The flight will be offered three times a week starting from November. This is the airline’s sixth North American destination, alongside New York, Newark, Boston, Los Angeles and Toronto, with 37 weekly frequencies between continents in summer and 26 in winter. Read more >
El Al has announced the reintroduction of its direct Miami to Tel Aviv route, which ceased operation in 2008. The flight will be offered three times a week starting from November. This is the airline’s sixth North American destination, alongside New York, Newark, Boston, Los Angeles and Toronto, with 37 weekly frequencies between continents in summer and 26 in winter. Read more >
Armenia Airlines launches flights
Armenia Airlines launches flights
Armenia Airlines has started operating direct flights between Yerevan in Armenia and Tel Aviv, with a twice weekly route, Thursdays and Sundays. Read more >
Armenia Airlines has started operating direct flights between Yerevan in Armenia and Tel Aviv, with a twice weekly route, Thursdays and Sundays. Read more >
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Two Plans for Tourist Complexes in the Negev have been Approved
The Ministry of Tourism approved a tourist designation for two plots: Nahal Beer Sheva Park and Mitzpe Ramon, where a municipal hotel will be built that includes 70 accommodation units Read more >

Fattal Promots Basketball
The Fattal hotel network signed a partnership agreement with Maccabi Playtika Tel Aviv for the 2020/2021 season Read more >

HVS's Annual Report on Hotels in Israel
Optimism about the ability of the hotel industry in Israel to recover at an accelerated pace, compared to other countries in the Mediterranean Read more >

A New Hotel in Tiberias: Sofia - Sea of Galilee
Sofia Sea of Galilee Hotel is located on the ridge at the northern entrance to Tiberias, Israel, within walking distance from the city center Read more >

The David Citadel Jerusalem Hosts U.S. Secretary of State
The David Citadel, one of Jerusalem's most renowned hotels overlooking the Old City, this week welcomed U.S. Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo. Read more >

Port Tel Aviv - a Five-Star boutique Hotel
Hagag Brothers Begin Construction Phase for Port Tel Aviv, a Stunning Architectural Icon Designed by Ilan Pivko Consisting of State-of-the-Art Apartments and a Five-Star Hotel Read more >

The Palm Beach Hotel in Acre has been renovated and rebranded
Parquet floors, new furniture, and smart TVs have been installed amongst other new features Read more >

Dan Hotels is bringing its guests the best food in Israel
The greatest chefs in Israel will cooperate with the hotel network’s chefs and prepare special meals Read more >

Introducing Hôtel BoBo by Brown Hotels
The hotel features 200 luxurious rooms, elegant conference and event rooms, a large spa, a gym, a private garden in the heart of the city and a rooftop bar-restaurant led by Chef Meir Adoni Read more >

LINK hotel & hub, Dan Hotels chain launches @LINK PRIVATE OFFICE
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Post COVID-19: Hotels Continue to Open in Israel
The Fattal Hotel chain and The Nakash Group are reopening the rest of their hotels, which were closed due to the COVID-19 crisis Read more >

Mamilla Hotel reopens
Jerusalem’s prestigious Mamilla Hotel to reopen on July 1, 2020. Read more >

Happy Nights for Tourists in Eilat
A total of 1,133 hotel rooms have been approved in a new northern district of Eilat Read more >

The Fattal Hotels Chain is Preparing to Return to Normal
As part of the efforts to protect guest health and safety, Fattal Hotels will take a series of strict precautions, incorporated into a pledge Read more >

Israel Hotels will Open in Shavuot Holiday
The Israel Hotel Association seeks to refresh the procedures and implement upgraded procedures for the quality of service and guest health during this post COVID-19 period Read more >

Dan Hotels is re-opening its hotels
The chain launches the Stay Safe & Enjoy charter in accordance with the Ministry of Health's guidelines and announces the opening of Dan Eilat and Dan Caesarea Resort next week Read more >

Hotels & Zimmers in the Golan Heights are Back in Business
Accommodation owners report a keen interest and reservations have already been made, after opening their doors today and returning to host tourists, while maintaining the purple badge procedures Read more >

Kedem Hotel Customized Vacation
With the return to normal of hotels and other resort sites, Kedem Hotel offers a customized vacation Read more >

The Drisco Hotel launches new exclusive villa experience
The hotel now offers guests the opportunity to take over a historic villa exclusively. Read more >

Golden Crown Hotel chain has a new hotel!
The unique "Templers" boutique hotel is located in the heart of the German colony in Haifa. Read more >

Crowne Plaza Eilat receives face lift
The hotel underwent a significant renovation during 2019 and upgraded the guest rooms and public areas. Read more >

Olive Hotels chain opening 2 hotels in Tel Aviv
Introducing the Gordon boutique hotel and the Beer Garden hotel. Read more >

Mamesh hotel chain opening ‘Villa Gan’ in Haifa
The hotel is housed in a 100-year-old historic building that used to be a hospital. Read more >

C Hotels opening new hotel in Neve Ilan
The new hotel will be characterized by an Israeli-pastoral atmosphere, similar to the chain's other hotels. Read more >

Top musicians choose the Carlton Tel Aviv
Prior to their arrival, the hotel maintained complete discretion and prepared some special treats for the stars. Read more >

Fattal to renovate Tel Aviv's oldest luxury hotel
The new Palatin Hotel will preserve the history and unique structure of the building. Read more >

Rimonim chain building new hotel in Jerusalem
The chain is investing in a major renovation of the old "Shani" hotel to be renamed Rimonim City Center Jerusalem. Read more >

King David Hotel to host world leaders
They will arrive in Israel to mark the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz. Read more >

Dan Hotels to host Eilat 2020 Chamber Music Festival
The festival will take place form January 22-25 at Dan Eilat's ''Tarshish" and "The Great Blue" halls. Read more >

Herbert Samuel opens new hotel
Royal Shangrila is the new hotel in the southern city of Eilat. Read more >

4 more hotels to be built at Dead Sea
The Ministry of Tourism is investing efforts to increase the volume of tourism to the Dead Sea region. Read more >

Brown wins Ben Gurion Airport hotel tender
Brown Hotels and Aman Computers will build a 200-room hotel within walking distance of Terminal 3. Read more >

Azrieli Group buying Jerusalem's Mount Zion Hotel
Israel currently has 431 hotels and approximately 55,735 hotel rooms, 2% more than last year. Read more >

The Ritz-Carlton Herzliya Spa is reaping awards
It is also one of the top five Marriott International Spa resorts in terms of profitability, revenue growth and quality of service. Read more >

CASA boutique hotel takes guests back a century
The hotel is decorated in a vintage and retro style and in the period of last century Europe. Read more >

Ma'aleh Adumim to receive first hotel
The city, east of Jerusalem, is an attractive destination for visitors and has great tourist potential. Read more >

Mamilla Hotel to participate in 4th annual OpenRestaurants™ Jerusalem festival
On November 19-23, the best local kitchens will open their doors and share their secrets. Read more >

Meininger arrives in Israel
The group’s first hotel in the Middle East will be built on Levanda Street in Tel Aviv. Read more >

Elma Arts hotel comes under new management
This magnificent complex boasts 95 well appointed hotel rooms, a fine restaurant, spa and pool overlooking the Carmel mountain and the coastline; but it is also home to a comprehensive world of art. Read more >

Isrotel to open hotel in Sde Boker
The hotel will boast 163 rooms and suites. Read more >

Eilat approves construction of Brown 42 hotel
Carel Group is building a 155-room hotel and 223 apartments. Read more >

easyHotel to open 3 Tel Aviv hotels
The hotels are expected to open by late 2022. Read more >

New hospitality project opening in hometown of Mary Magdala
The guesthouse opening was delayed for a few years due to the discovery of a whole 1st century city under the site. Read more >

Nitsba to open 6 new hotels
They will be built in Jerusalem, Haifa, Netanya and near Ben Gurion Airport. Read more >

Fattal to open sixth hotel in Jerusalem
The popular hotel chain has announced the establishment of a new boutique hotel in a historic building located in the heart of Jerusalem. Read more >

Unique hotel offers perfect blend of relaxation, tranquility, luxury
Lot Spa Hotel recently added 27 new luxurious rooms with stunning Dead Sea views. Read more >

Dan Hotels CEO announces new appointments
Ronen Nissenbaum introduced new changes in his hotel chain's management. Read more >

C Hotels is renewing itself
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Hilton to build 2 new hotels in Ashdod
The hotels will be the third and fourth managed by the Hilton Network in Israel. Read more >

Dave Levinsky hotel opens its doors
This is a young and playful hotel with a retro design for those seeking a boutique yet affordable stay. Read more >

Carlton Tel Aviv presents renovations
The hotel reveals its newly designed lobby, corridors, business lounge, work spaces and lobby bar. Read more >

Rimonim to operate Madison Nahariya Hotel
The hotel will be owner Amit Porat’s fourth hotel in the Western Galilee Read more >

Canada Israel group to renovate and manage Galei Kinnereth hotel in Tiberias
Renovations will include an upgrade for the rooms and public spaces and construction of rooms with private pools. Read more >

Africa-Israel Hotels to open hotel in Jaffa
The Jaffa Port Customs House is a historic building located in the north of the port. Read more >

Brown Hotels to open 7 new properties in Israel
The chain was founded to bring Tel Aviv's upbeat, vibrant and dynamic culture into the local hospitality scene. Read more >

TIME magazine spotlights The Jaffa hotel
The 120-room hotel, part of Marriott’s Luxury Collection portfolio, was one of several to open in Jaffa last year. Read more >

Abraham Group to open fourth hostel in Eilat in 2020
The building is located close to the central bus station, allowing for greater public access. Read more >

Dan to manage luxury Modani Spa hotel
The hotel is located in Havatzelet Hasharon near the northern edge of Netanya. Read more >

Prima Hotels is expanding
The chain will build a hotel in Dizengoff 80 in Tel Aviv, and also purchased a building on Allenby Street in Tel Aviv. Read more >

Renaissance Tel Aviv presents new Lounge
The Renaissance Tel Aviv Hotel is undergoing a renewal. Read more >

Carlton Tel Aviv named ‘Israel’s Leading Business Hotel’
World Travel Awards recognizes the commitment to excellence which Carlton Tel Aviv has demonstrated in the last twelve months. Read more >

Departures: 'Israel welcomes 4 new and noteworthy hotels'
To accommodate the growing number of tourists, Israel is seeing 'several new and noteworthy openings and renovations this year.' Read more >

Dan Hotels acquires 3rd Eilat property
The Neptune Eilat Hotel has now become part of the Dan family. Read more >

Inbal Jerusalem hotel among 'Best City Hotels in North Africa and the Middle East'
Jerusalem also placed second on this year’s list, with respondents 'raving about the Old City’s extraordinary historical and cultural legacy.' Read more >

Brown to manage Zvieli hotels
The four hotels are located in the most central locations in Tel Aviv. Read more >

ibis Styles Hotel introduces 'City Roof Lobby'
Situated in the heart of Jerusalem's city center, the hotel recently added a panoramic lobby with a beautiful view overlooking the entire city Read more >

Sheraton Tel Aviv hosts Indian culinary festival
Terrific Indian cuisine arrives in Israel. Read more >

Brown to open Tel Aviv pod hotel
WOM's new hybrid accommodation is engineered for today's contemporary, urban traveler. Read more >

Daniel Hotel Herzliya introduces extensive renovations
The unique element: a bathroom made of smart glass that turns opaque with the push of a button. Read more >

The Schumacher Hotel completes renovations
This urban oasis is a game changer. Read more >

Fattal to open hotel in historic Tel Aviv building
The luxury boutique hotel in a Bauhaus building near Dizengoff Square will have 90 rooms. Read more >

The Kedem Hotel is now open!
The hotel has a wide range of facilities and services, all of which are rooted in health, relaxation and pampering. Read more >

C Hotels adds boutique rooms and conference hall
The Hacienda Forest View and Neve Ilan hotels have received a face lift. Read more >

Dan Caesarea reveals renovations
The entire area of the resort has been renovated and upgraded. Read more >

Dan Accadia to expand six-fold
The Herzliya hotel will become Israel's largest with 1,350 rooms and a conference center. Read more >

Jordache Enterprises group to open 6 new Israeli hotels
The group will open three new hotels with four-star or five-star ratings under the Herbert Samuel and Setai brands. Read more >

Israel's Tourism Ministry wants more hotels in Judea, Samaria, Jordan Valley
Implementing a government decision from 2016, entrepreneurs can now submit a request for a grant of up to 20% of their intended investment. Read more >

New Jerusalem hotel 'Mishkenot HaTeatron' to be built
The hotel will be built opposite the Jerusalem Theater. Read more >

Rami Levy to build Jerusalem hotel
Levy says that the Armon Hanatziv Promenade hotel will provide five-star service at reasonable prices. Read more >

Isrotel aims to open 11 new hotels in Israel
The hotel chain, which currently has 19 hotels, plans to have 30 hotels by 2025. Read more >

Ibis opens second downtown Jerusalem hotel
The 104-room hotel is in the heart of the city at the bottom of the Ben Yehuda street pedestrian mall. Read more >

Carlton Tel Aviv nominated for 'Israel's leading business hotel'
The 268-room luxury hotel has won the prestigious award five times before. Read more >

Fattal opening fifth hotel in Jerusalem
Alliance House will be a new boutique hotel in the heart of the capital next to the Mahane Yehuda Market. Read more >

Efendi Hotel, Uri Buri restaurant win Travelers' Choice Awards
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Kedem Hotel to open in May
Kedem Hotel comes to provide a response to the need for another hotel experience with unique content. Read more >

Tel Aviv's Textiles House complex office buildings to be converted to hotels
The Tel Aviv Municipality is encouraging such conversions from offices to hotels due to the shortage of hotel rooms in the city. Read more >

Dan chain buys 3 hotels
Dan has acquired three hotels from Israel Land Development Hotel's Rimonim chain. Read more >

Isrotel: Mizpe Hayamim hotel to reopen around June
This unique hotel in the Galilean nature reserve will offer 115 rooms and suites that have been renovated from the ground up. Read more >

Carlton Tel Aviv honored twice by TripAdvisor
The 268-room luxury hotel wins the Travelers' Choice Award for the sixth time in a row. Read more >

Record demand from entrepreneurs to convert offices to hotels in Tel Aviv
Record levels in incoming tourism provide a business opportunity for entrepreneurs to enter the hotel industry. Read more >

Israeli chef Yoram Nitzan unveils ‘nomi’ restaurant
Nitzan announced the opening of his latest culinary venture at the InterContinental David Tel Aviv hotel. Read more >

Israel’s hotels hosted more tourists than ever in 2018
The rate of increase in tourist entries to Israel compared to 2017 amounted to 14% and 42% compared with 2016. Read more >

Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem launches Book Master Service
A survey of 2,000 luxury consumers found that 1 in 5 respondents wanted to experience a ‘Book Master’ on property. Read more >

Astral launches the new Aria Hotel in Eilat
The new hotel has 246 rooms including large suites that can easily accommodate families. Read more >

Orchid chain to establish hotel at Khan al-Umdan in Acre
The Orchid Hotels chain won a tender from the Ministry of Tourism and the Old Acre and Nazareth Development Company. Read more >

AccorHotels announces opening of ibis Styles Jerusalem City Center
The hotel design was inspired by Mahane Yehuda, Jerusalem’s historic market. Read more >

Daniel Dead Sea hotel launches ‘La Veranda’
The dining area is new and exclusive, combining an urban and innovative fragrance. Read more >

The Wall Street Journal rates Israel’s Drisco Hotel as top tourist destination
The Drisco Tel Aviv is rated highly in leading tourist sites. Read more >

Fattal opens new presidential suite at the Herods Herzliya
Designed by designer Ilan Pivko, the suite includes panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea. Read more >

Tel Aviv's Norman listed as top hotel in Middle East
Condé Nast Traveler readers rate top hotels in the Middle East—and choose five in Israel! Read more >

Abraham Hostel wins award (again)
Tel Aviv’s famed Abraham Hostel has won the Global Youth Travel Award 2018. Read more >

Travel+Leisure: Beresheet among top hotels
This one-of-a-kind hotel on the edge of the Ramon Crater is unique in many ways. Read more >

Isrotel to build new hotel at iconic Dizengoff 99 address
Dizengoff 99 is a famous building in Israeli folklore because of the 1979 cult movie of the same name. Read more >

Jerusalem's Pearl Hotel to be reconstructed
The Pearl Hotel outside of Jaffa Gate is finally going to receive a makeover and open again for business. Read more >

Int'l Tourism Security Summit to tackle challenges of coping with crises
The ITSS will be held in Jerusalem on October 7-9, further details can be found at www.tourismsafety.org Read more >

For the first time in decades, new hotels to be built by Dead Sea
Israel is working to increase tourism in the Dead Sea area, which enjoys the highest annual average hotel occupancy rate. Read more >

Fattal ranks #1 in Dun's 100
The chain currently owns 28 hotels throughout Israel. Read more >

Atlas opens its newest addition: The Fabric Hotel
Fabric is located in a building that was formally a sewing factory and has now been transformed into the 43-room hotel. Read more >

Israel’s Hotel Sector Likely to See Second Year of Strong Growth
Hotel investment has been boosted by Israel Ministry of Tourism incentives. Read more >

Hotel Management: Israel's Hotels Set For Strong Growth
Victoria Rosenthal, writes that as tourist numbers rise, Israel's hotels should expect strong growth. Read more >

Marriott Transforms Old Hospital into The Jaffa Hotel
Marriott is opening the hotel, a historic property, in partnership with the building's owners RFR Holding, a New York real estate company. Read more >

Dan Hotel Chain Recognized for Adapting to Chinese Tourism Market
The chain won the award for hospitality experience tailored to the needs of tourists from China. Read more >

Global Traveler Highlights The Drisco
Built in 1866 in the grand Ottoman style, the property is part of the Leading Hotels of the World collection. Read more >

Hotel Rothschild 22 – Stylish Hotel of the Year
Theawards.com has given a Travel and Hospitality Award to this luxurious boutique hotel. Read more >

Dan Introduces the Link Hotel & Hub
The new hotel offers 94 rooms spread over eight floors and is strategically located close to central sites. Read more >

Urban Flare. Tel Avivian Warmth. Welcome to Hotel Saul
Nestled among Tel Aviv’s historic buildings and buzzing neighborhoods, the hotel is just steps away from the city’s most sought-after attractions. Read more >

New Hotel 'The Vera' Opens in Tel Aviv
The Vera’s guiding mantra emphasizes anthology and the support of local purveyors. Read more >

First Boutique Bedouin Hotel in the World to Be Built in Shibli
Shibli is located on the route up to the holy churches on the top of Mount Tabor and on the axis of the Gospel Trail and the Israel Trail. More than half a million tourists pass through it every year. Read more >

Herbert Samuel Jerusalem Receives 5-Star Rating
The Herbert Samuel is located in the urban center of Jerusalem adjacent to the city's most sought-after historical, religious and cultural destinations. Read more >

Isrotel to Open Five Hotels by 2022
This may be seen as further proof that there is much confidence in Israel's incoming tourism industry in the coming years, Read more >

The Historic American Colony Hotel Upgrades its Look
The prestigious boutique hotel has recently made a number of changes and upgrades to enhance the hospitality experience and the well-being of its guests. Read more >

The New and Improved Melody Hotel
With a fresh, new color palette, the hotel's 50 rooms have been transformed with a new stylish design. Read more >

Fattal Hotel Chain Expanding its NYX Brand to Jerusalem
The new NYX hotel is expected to open in 2021 in the heart of the Mahane Yehuda market on Jaffa Road. Read more >

Leonardo DiCaprio Invests in New Luxury Hotel in Herzliya
The Hagag real estate group announced that the famed Hollywood star has invested in a new hotel, to be built along the coast in Herzliya, Israel. Read more >

Fattal Opens Trading on Tel Aviv Stock Exchange
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IHG Announces Plans to Open Hotel in Jerusalem
The new Intercontinental hotel will be built on King George St., near downtown Jerusalem, and is expected to open in 2020. Read more >

The Setai Tel Aviv is Now Open
The hotel joins a unique class of properties in Israel designated as members of the Leading Hotels of the World organization. Read more >

Fattal Hotel Chain Going Public
The Fattal hotel chain will be issued at a value of NIS 3.4 billion. Read more >

Isrotel to Build New Luxury Hotel in Tel Aviv
Isrotel Hotels has signed an agreement to build a luxury hotel adjacent to the Royal Beach Tel Aviv. Read more >

Regulation Requiring Publication of Separate Price for Singles and Couples Postponed
After many travel agencies raised a number of important questions and concerns, the Association of Travel Agents approached the Authority and asked it to postpone enforcement. Read more >

Fattal Launches New Campaign
Fattal Hotels is rebranding itself as an international chain of hotels. Read more >

Tel Aviv's The Drisco and The Setai Among 'Most Anticipated Leading Hotel Openings of the Year'
"The Leading Hotels of the World" luxury hotel organization selected The Drisco and The Setai among its most anticipated hotel openings this year. Read more >

Converting Commercial Properties Into Hotels Just Got Easier
Local committees have now been authorized to approve the conversion of buildings to hotels.
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Saul Boutique Hotel to Open
A new Boutique Hotel, the Saul, is to open next year on Tchernichovsky St. in Tel Aviv. Read more >

The Kibbutz Hotels Chain
The Kibbutz Hotels Chain recently transferred ownership and is now managed by Gol Tours, a company selling incoming and local vacation packages to Israel. Read more >

Fattal Hotels New Reservation Center
Fattal Hotels is in the process of opening a new national reservation center in Ashdod, Read more >

Modern Jerusalem: A Night at the Herbert Samuel
The Herbert Samuel Hotel, a property of Nakash Group Israel, opened its doors in the summer of 2016. The building, previously a hotel which had lain abandoned for eight years, underwent a two year renovation to re-open as a luxury hotel encompassing a European Style. Read more >

Rimonim Hotels to Manage Hod Hotel
The Rimonim Hotels chain, which has nine properties across Israel, has signed an agreement to manage the Hod Hotel (formerly the Arcadia Hotel) in Tiberias. Read more >

Orchid Tel Aviv Renovations
The Orchid Tel Aviv, part of the Orchid Hotel chain owned by Nakash Israel Group, has undergone a 10 ILS million ($2.85 million) renovation to upgrade its 202 guest rooms and suites, and public areas. Read more >
New Olive Hotel in Mount Gilboa
The Olive hotel chain is opening a new property - Olive Mount Gilboa Hotel, in January, replacing what was previously a dry slopes ski area. Read more >

Additional Hotel Rooms in Eilat
In line with strategic urban planning in Eilat, a plan has been approved for the Dead Sea Pools project, which will add a new quarter to the region, including 1,150 hotel rooms as well as housing units. Read more >

First Six Senses in Israel
International hotel chain Six Senses is opening its first hotel in Israel, Six Senses Shaharut, at the end of the year on a hill overlooking the Edom Mountains, around 60 kilometers north of Eilat. Read more >

The Vera to Open in Tel Aviv
A new boutique hotel, The Vera, is opening on Tel Aviv's Lilienblum St. in early 2018. Read more >

New Hotels in Haifa's German Colony
The Moshava Gardens hotel, owned by entrepreneur Shalom Shitrit of real estate company Shitrit Ltd., is being built in the German Colony of Haifa on Ben Gurion Blvd., opposite the Baha'i Gardens. Read more >

Tal By the Beach Reopens
Tal by the Beach, one of 15 properties from Atlas Hotels, reopened in August after a three year renovation. Read more >

The Dave Hotel Tel Aviv
The Dave is the first hotel to open in a new line of urban properties from Brown Hotels. Read more >

LINK Hotel & Hub
Dan Hotels Israel is opening a new business property at the start of 2018 on Sha'ul HaMelech Blvd. in Tel Aviv, at an investment of 40 ILS million (approximately $11.45 million). Read more >

Kfar Hanokdim – Desert Hospitality
Kfar Hanokdim is a desert hospitality site, located in the Kana'im Valleybetween Arad and Masada; an oasis of discovery in the Judean desert. Read more >

Jacob Samuel Hotel to Open
New boutique hotel the Jacob Samuel, located on the crossroads of Dizengoff and Arlozorov Streets, is to open in December. Read more >

Jerusalem Gate Hotel Renovations
Renovations are in various stages of completion at the Jerusalem Gate Hotel, located on Yermiyahu St. at the entrance to Jerusalem. Read more >

Seven Arches Hotel 4 Stars Rating
The Seven Arches Hotel in Jerusalem has been awarded a 4-Star rating from the Israel Ministry of Tourism. Read more >

A23 Hotel Boutique Hotel Tel Aviv
The A23 Hotel Boutique Hotel Tel Aviv opened four months ago on Arlozorov St., after a one year construction project to the building, which previously housed apartment suites. Read more >

Leonardo Boutique Jerusalem Opens
The Leonardo Boutique Jerusalem, the newest property in the Fattal Hotels chain, has opened. Located on Neviim St., in close proximity to the city center, the hotel has been constructed in a building which once housed a selection of bars. Read more >

Colonia Resort Eilat
Colonia Resort opened in 2016, featuring a 1500m² compound, located close to the Taba border in Eilat, which offers a complex of camping, diving, dining and events. Read more >

Sheraton Tel Aviv Renovations
The Sheraton Tel Aviv has completed renovations across a selection of rooms, public areas, and meeting spaces. Two floors containing Club rooms recently underwent an overhaul to introduce new furniture, furnishings and bathrooms. Read more >

Medi Terre Hotel Opens
Medi Terre Hotel is a recently opened upscale property located on the shorefront of Netanya. The owners of the privately owned hotel spent three years on a renovation project to transform seven of 30 floors in an apartment block into a 60-room property. Read more >

Alpaca Farm Mitzpe Ramon
The Alpaca Farm was inaugurated in Mitzpe Ramon by a young couple who came across alpacas and llamas in the Andes Mountains during a trip to South America. In the 1970s they decided to transport 180 of the animals to Israel via a specially equipped airplane Read more >
Africa Israel Hotels Buyout
Following the recent acquisition by the Dayan Family of four Africa Israel Hotels for a reported $147 million, a further deal has been signed by the family to purchase full ownership of the company for a further $115 million. Read more >

New Wing at the Daniel Hotel Herzliya
The Daniel Hotel Herzliya, one of six properties in the Tamares Hotels Israel chain, has completed an 18-month project to inaugurate 38 newly constructed rooms built onto the back of the existing hotel. Read more >
David Citadel Hotel on Virtuoso
The David Citadel Hotel, Jerusalem has been accepted by Virtuoso, a luxury 'invitation only' travel network comprising over 1,700 partners in more than 40 countries across the globe. Read more >

Ben Gurion Airport Hotel
The Israel Airports Authority (IAA) has released information on the establishment of a hotel at Ben Gurion Airport, which will be included as a priority area in the Encouragement of Capital Investments Law, in accordance with the decision of Israel's Ministry of Finance last October to build the ho Read more >

Carlton Tel Aviv Developments
Last June, the Carlton Tel Aviv completed a series of ongoing renovations Read more >

New Rooms at the Inbal Hotel Jerusalem
The owners of the Inbal Hotel Jerusalem, which opened 35 years ago, have invested 20 million dollars into extending and renovating the property. Read more >

Caesar Premier Renovations
Caesar Premier Hotels, which owns and manages properties in Jerusalem, Tiberias and Eilat, is to invest NIS 15 million over the next 2.5 to three years in upgrading its three hotels, reports the chain’s General Manager Israel Hayat. Read more >
Atlas Hotels 48 Cancellation Policy
The Atlas Hotels chain, which operates 15 boutique hotels
across Israel, has updated its cancellation policy. Read more >
across Israel, has updated its cancellation policy. Read more >
Harlington Hotel
From August 1, the Holiday Inn Ashkelon Hotel will rebrand
to the Harlington Hotel. Read more >
to the Harlington Hotel. Read more >

Vista Tiberias to Open
Following four years of planning and construction, The Vista Tiberias, a Four-Star Deluxe hotel at the Sea of Galilee, is set to open next year. Read more >

La cappella Opens in Haifa
La Capella, the third property in the Urban Collection Haifa portfolio of hotels alongside The Schumacher and G38, has opened. Read more >

Nahsholim Holiday Village Kibbutz Hotel
Located on the Mediterranean Sea front at the foot of Mount Carmel, 20km north of Caesarea, sits a vacation retreat void of rowdy crowds and disturbances. Read more >

Maskit Boutique: Luxury in the north
Located on Moshav Liman in the Western Galilee, a short ride north of Nahayria, sits Maskit Boutique, an intimate hotel set within a private estate. The owners, husband and wife duo Avi and Sarit Maskit, opened the hotel in 2006 on a perfectly manicured plot of land, surrounded by landscaped gardens and two lively horses. Read more >

Prima Tel Aviv Hotel Renovations
One of 14 hotels in the Prima Hotels chain, the Prima Tel Aviv Hotel, located close to Frishman Beach, has completed a one-year renovation project. Read more >

The Herbert Samuel Hotel Jerusalem 5 Star Rating
The Herbert Samuel Hotel Jerusalem received a 5 Star rating from the Israel Ministry of Tourism's hotel rankings. Read more >

Tent Village in Hamat Gader
Hamat Gader, a recreation and spa site located in the north of Israel and overlooking the Sea of Galilee, has completed the construction of its tent village, which features 60 white tents that can each accommodate up to five people. Read more >

Kedma Hotel to Open
The first southern located hotel from the TravelHotels chain is set to open in spring 2018, joining five other hotels in the portfolio, all of which are located in the Galilee, in Israel’s North. Read more >

Queen of Sheba Renovations
Renovations have taken place across 204 rooms and suites, to the luxury floors in the Queen of Sheba Hotel, Eilat. Read more >

InterContinental David Tel Aviv Executive Premium Rooms
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Nordoy Hotel Opens
The Nordoy, the second hotel in a collection that also includes the Cucu Hotel in central Tel Aviv, has reopened its doors under new management. Read more >

Milos Dead Sea
Orchid Hotels has added Milos Dead Sea to its expanding portfolio of accommodations in Israel. In development this year, and slated to open in November, the new hotel is described by Director for Orchid Hotels and Jordache Group, Israel Ran Balbus as a “resort by the beach.” Read more >

InterContinental David Tel Aviv Executive Premium Rooms
Following renovations across Club InterContinental rooms and the 25th floor Presidential Suite last year Read more >

Prima Millennium
Prima Millennium, the 14th property to join the Prima Hotels portfolio, has opened in Ra’anana, south of Israel’s Sharon Plain district. The hotel has 140 rooms across five categories of Classic, Executive, Deluxe, Premium and Premium Room with Balcony. Read more >
Kfar Maccabiah Hotel Reopens its Seminar Building
Kfar Maccabiah Hotel Reopens its Seminar Building
Kfar Maccabiah Hotel has reopened its Seminar Building, after a year of renovation works. Containing 13 rooms across three floors, the building is utilized for business conferences, company meetings and training events, and forms a section of the Convention & Events Center spaces within the hotel’s grounds. Each room is equipped with multi-media technology, a large television screen, surround sound and smart lighting, all operated by a central control. Read more >
Kfar Maccabiah Hotel has reopened its Seminar Building, after a year of renovation works. Containing 13 rooms across three floors, the building is utilized for business conferences, company meetings and training events, and forms a section of the Convention & Events Center spaces within the hotel’s grounds. Each room is equipped with multi-media technology, a large television screen, surround sound and smart lighting, all operated by a central control. Read more >

Breakfast at 65 Hotel and Market House
Breakfast at 65 Hotel and Market House
Breakfast buffets are as synonymous to Israel as bread is to butter, with Middle Eastern salads, cheeses and spreads consumed in their abundance. Having feasted on more than a few Israeli breakfasts, I was intrigued as to why those offered at 65 Hotel and Market House Hotel, two Atlas Hotels properties, have grown to their status of acclaim. I had to get in line and taste for myself. Read more >
Breakfast buffets are as synonymous to Israel as bread is to butter, with Middle Eastern salads, cheeses and spreads consumed in their abundance. Having feasted on more than a few Israeli breakfasts, I was intrigued as to why those offered at 65 Hotel and Market House Hotel, two Atlas Hotels properties, have grown to their status of acclaim. I had to get in line and taste for myself. Read more >

Kibbutz Lavi Hotel
Kibbutz Lavi Hotel
Kibbutz Lavi Hotel, located in the Kibbutz Lavi Village close to Tiberias, has completed a full-scale renovation to 60 rooms, including a number of suites, in the Hod Wing. Read more >
Kibbutz Lavi Hotel, located in the Kibbutz Lavi Village close to Tiberias, has completed a full-scale renovation to 60 rooms, including a number of suites, in the Hod Wing. Read more >

The Drisco
The Drisco to Open
The Drisco, a new independently managed hotel situated in Tel Aviv’s American Colony on Auerbach St, is to open in late 2017. Read more >
The Drisco, a new independently managed hotel situated in Tel Aviv’s American Colony on Auerbach St, is to open in late 2017. Read more >

Malka Hotel Opens
Malka Hotel Opens
A new 22 room hotel has opened in Jerusalem on Heleni-ha Malka St. “It was a place once frequented by Russian pilgrims around 130 years ago, in search of gifts,” says its owner, hotel General Manager Yoram Malka, who purchased the property four years ago. Read more >
A new 22 room hotel has opened in Jerusalem on Heleni-ha Malka St. “It was a place once frequented by Russian pilgrims around 130 years ago, in search of gifts,” says its owner, hotel General Manager Yoram Malka, who purchased the property four years ago. Read more >

The Setai in Israel
The Setai in Israel
The Setai, Sea of Galilee is due to open May 30, featuring 88 suites and 22 rooms, averaging 55m². “We are expanding the Setai brand out with The Setai Miami, a hotel known for its luxury offerings, and have invested hundreds of millions of shekels into our latest properties to introduce the brand to Israel,” says CEO of Orchid Hotels, Avi Hormaro. Setai, Sea of Galilee rooms feature a king size bed, living room, balcony, shower and bathtub, with 50 percent offering panoramic sea views and the other half mountain views of the Golan Heights. Read more >
The Setai, Sea of Galilee is due to open May 30, featuring 88 suites and 22 rooms, averaging 55m². “We are expanding the Setai brand out with The Setai Miami, a hotel known for its luxury offerings, and have invested hundreds of millions of shekels into our latest properties to introduce the brand to Israel,” says CEO of Orchid Hotels, Avi Hormaro. Setai, Sea of Galilee rooms feature a king size bed, living room, balcony, shower and bathtub, with 50 percent offering panoramic sea views and the other half mountain views of the Golan Heights. Read more >

New Properties for Leshem Group
Hotel Management Company Leshem Group, which develops properties across Israel and abroad, has opened three new hotels: Ramada Resort Hadera; Tryp Jerusalem Bat Sheva, and Ramada Olive Nazareth. Read more >

Villa Brown Jerusalem
Villa Brown Jerusalem, the fourth property in Israel to join the Brown Hotels portfolio, has opened. Located a short distance from Jerusalem’s Old City, the boutique hotel offers 24 rooms across classic (15-18m²), deluxe and deluxe terrace (22m²), and terrace (35m²) categories. Two connectable attic rooms are available on the top floor, in addition to a suite with a Jacuzzi. Read more >
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