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The Israel Ministry of Tourism named Yoram Elgrabli tourism commissioner for North America Read more >

Anat Starik-Dahan, Deputy CEO of the Setai, Herbert Samuel & Orchid: "We are optimistic about the return of tourists to Israel" Read more >

David Fattal is the first Israeli to win the prestigious Grand Prix Award as the European Hotelier 2024 Read more >

Elani, who previously served as CEO of the Ritz-Carlton Herzliya, is moving to the iconic Tel Aviv hotel: "brings with him a fresh and innovative point of view" Read more >

The previous tourism commissioner, Eyal Carlin, has left the ministry to take a position at El Al Read more >

Change of shifts: After 30 years during which Ephraim Kramer served as owner and CEO of the company, Ziv Rosen, former CEO of the Gulliver Group, was appointed CEO of Eshet Tours Read more >

Africa Israel Hotels, owner of the Vert, Crowne Plaza, Poli House, Indigo and Bay View Haifa hotel brands, announces a series of new hotel appointments Read more >

Gadi Teper, who served as CEO of Arkia Airlines, announced his retirement from the company Read more >

The hotels in Israel have mobilized for the most important task, to give the home country shelter under one roof Read more >

Haim Katz is the Israeli Minister of Tourism. Previously, Katz was the Minister of Labor, Welfare and Social Services from 2015 to 2019, and served as a member of the Knesset from 2003 (The full interview with Minister Katz will be in the upcoming ITN Magazine) Read more >

The general meeting will be held to vote for a chairman of the Association Read more >

Israel’s Ministry of Tourism Also Welcomes Three New Key Staff to its Leadership Team Read more >

Michael, a current member of the Israel Tourism office, now makes the move to the London office Read more >

This is due to changes in roles in the Israel Hotel Association Read more >

Also in Israel: in comparison between March 2023 and March 2022 - an increase of about 65% in tourist spending on entertainment and 38% on shopping Read more >

Eli Cohen was elected by a majority of votes in the elections held in the National Hotel Association Read more >

The mayor of Berlin visited the Israeli pavilion at the ITB exhibition and sat down to rest against the background of the Arava scenery Read more >

The chairman, founder and controlling owner of the Fatal chain received the recognition and distinction at the 'diplomat of the year' ceremony of the Israeli Ambassadors Club Read more >

Topolanski, a reserve IDF commander, served in his last position in the army as head of the IDF (Personnel Division) and before that as deputy commander of the Air Force Read more >

New leadership team at IGT of Co-CEO’s Kim Melchior and Lior Mahtabi. Read more >

A number of new appointments and positions in the Ministry of Tourism Read more >

Anat Aharon appointed VP Sales and Marketing at Fattal Hotels Read more >

Nakash Hotel Group - Setai, Herbert Samuel & Orchid Hotels Read more >

President Isaac Herzog will Open the 2022 International Mediterranean Tourism Market Exhibition Read more >

Amir Halevi outgoing and Brigadier General (Res.) Danny Shachar incoming Read more >

After a long tenure in the position and working together with five ministers, Amir Halevi, announced today his intention to terminate his position Read more >

The Ministry of Tourism intends to return Israel to the list of attractive destinations for tourism in the world Read more >

The Fattal chain assigns senior positions to some of its leading hotels Read more >

Minister of Tourism, Yoel Razvozov flew to Dubai to inaugurate an Israeli Pavilion at the World Expo on behalf of the Government of Israel Read more >

These are the words of Yossi Fattal, Chamber of Inbound Tourism Organizers Bureau Read more >

Ministers of Finance and Tourism allocated the amount of 60 M ILS for businesses in the tourism industry that were affected by the restrictions on the entry of tourists to Israel Read more >

For more than a year, there was no foreign tourism in Israel due to the COVID-19 virus. Many places remained closed, including the Yigal Alon house, where the ancient boat linked to the time of Jesus stands Read more >

For the First time Israel is participating at the ATM Dubai Read more >

After a year and two months that the incoming tourism industry has been in complete silence - the trend is reversing Read more >

Yossi Fatael : "The State of Israel should allow vaccinated foreign citizens to enter Israel" Read more >

The Ministry of Tourism is taking part in the evens despite the crisis in the industry, which occurred with the outbreak of the COVID-19. This is another opportunity to market Israel as an attractive tourism product Read more >

Top representatives of the budget department in the Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Tourism officials and General Manger of the Israel Incoming Tour Operators Association visited Amiel Tours Read more >

The virtual convention was held as part of the umbrella organization for the United Federation of Travel Agents – UFTAA Read more >

Israel’s Ministry of Tourism's envoy in China has been selected for the list of influencers in Chinese tourism for 2020 Read more >

The Israel Incoming Tour Operators Association met with the Representatives of Bahrain National Airline and Association of Travel Agents in Bahrain Read more >

The government representatives will discuss future plans to use tourism as a way to peace Read more >

With a record breaking number of exhibitors and visitors this year, Israel's largest tourism fair demonstrates its importance in the industry Read more >

The minister presented the revolution in his ministry's marketing efforts that have been implemented in recent years. Read more >

With 8000 square meters of display area, international tourism fair IMTM is expected to be the largest ever. Read more >

Representatives of the Israeli MICE industry work hard to attract international investments to Israel. Read more >

Over 852,000 tourists arrived, compared with 767,000 tourist arrivals last year - an increase of 11%. Read more >

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

Approximately 405,000 tourist entries were recorded in September, 44% more than last year. Read more >

Mexican cosmetics and nutrition supplements giant "Omnilife" brought 3,300 employees. Read more >

Most of the tourist stays were recorded in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. Read more >

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

Israel continues to see record-breaking numbers in incoming tourism. Read more >

In the northern part of the Sea of Galilee, a Byzantine-era church was discovered. Read more >

Significantly, Israel saw a 9% rise over last year and a 20% increase on 2017. Read more >

There has been a 10% increase in tourist entries in July 2019, compared to July 2018. Read more >

Some of the speakers added an element of quality and color to the event. Read more >

24.3% defined their visit for pilgrimage purposes, 21.3% for touring and sightseeing. Read more >

The new plan, Tel Aviv-Yafo 2030, aims to make the city one of the world's leading urban destinations. Read more >

A total of 70,800 Chinese tourists visited Israel. Read more >

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

440,000 tourists entered Israel in May 2019. Read more >

Government subsidies for international winter flights to Eilat has proven itself. Read more >

Compared to 2018, this is a 7% rise in tourist arrivals! Read more >

The video clip, called “Douze Points”, has been widely viewed across Europe. Read more >

2.9 million tourist stays - an increase of 9% over the first quarter of 2018! Read more >

A fifth passenger concourse will be constructed to accommodate additional aircraft. Read more >

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

Most were in Jerusalem (approximately 34%) and in Tel Aviv (approximately 20%). Read more >

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

What can we do in order to promote Israel as a MICE destination? Read more >

The main reason for the fair was business and thousands of business cards exchanged hands. Read more >

In the past year, 17 applications expected to create 1,384 rooms were submitted. Read more >

IMTM is celebrating 25 years of success in the tourism industry in Israel. Read more >

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

The workers have undergone training in the field of housekeeping and cleaning for the hotel industry. Read more >

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

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

Now is the time to invest in Israel! Read more >

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

WTM London is a great opportunity for Israel to showcase its many highlights. Read more >

The two-day summit will provide participants with tools and information relevant to investing in the Israeli market. Read more >

Round Tables by American Express brings together the world’s best restaurants and their Israeli counterparts. Read more >

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

Israel has become a leader in demonstrating how to rebound from dips in tourism due to terror-related issues. Read more >

The Association’s members contribute enormously to Israel and its economy, creating jobs and improving Israel’s image. Read more >

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

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 >

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 >

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