As part of the Arab Travel Market tourism fair in Dubai, the winners of the World Travel Awards in the Middle East and in each of the countries of the region were announced.

Among the notable winners: Dubai, which won the title of “The Middle East’s Leading Destination” and Abu Dhabi, which won the “Middle East’s Leading Business Destination” award. Saudi Arabia won two titles – “Destination of Culture” and “Destination of Heritage”.

The winners in the Israeli category for 2024

  • The best hotel in Israel: Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem
  • The boutique hotel: The Norman, Tel Aviv
  • Business hotel: Carlton Tel Aviv
  • Conference hotel: David Intercontinental Tel Aviv
  • The best suite in Israel: David Penthouse, Kempinski Tel Aviv
  • The best travel agency and DMC: Eshet Tours
  • The best tour company in Israel: Bein Harim
  • The best tour company in Israel: Ofakim

Ofakim won the award for the second year in a row, the company’s CEO, Revital Ben Natan, took part in the award ceremony held as part of the Arab Tourism Fair held in Dubai. The award was presented to Ben Natan by Graham Cook, president and founder of WTA.