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Tourists gather in the Arab village of Ghajar, on the border with Lebanon, in northern Israel, Jan. 13, 2023

Long-isolated Israeli village on Lebanese border becomes tourist hotspot

With a well-educated populace, coffee shops, restaurants and a whole host of tourist attractions, the once-isolated enclave had its restrictions lifted by the IDF last September, turning it into a small tourist paradise friendly to all visitors regardless of belief

Hillel Kuttler/JTA | 15:17 | 01.26.23

Booking.com reveals Israel's most accommodating cities

According to one of world's largest online travel agencies, the northern city of Acres is Israel's most hospitable, followed by last year's winner Rosh Pina; small Golan Heights community of Had Ness clinches third spot

Asaf Rozen | 11:17 | 01.25.23

The Red Sea islands of Tiran (foreground) and Sanafir (background) are seen in the Strait of Tiran between Egypt's Sinai Peninsula and Saudi Arabia

Israelis could soon be able to visit Saudi islands of Tiran and Sanafir

Normalization between Saudi Arabia and Israel is still not a done deal, however sources say Crown Prince Bin Salman may condition progress in establishing bilateral relations on stronger American support for his country

i24NEWS | 15:32 | 01.24.23

Israeli hotel makes it to 'best in Middle East' list

The Jaffa, a Luxury Collection Hotel - a former 19th-century convent that was renovated but stayed true to its origins - was ranked 6th; first spot was taken by The Chedi Muscat, Oman's first modern minimalist hotel

Dennis Bihler | 15:52 | 01.23.23

El Al relaunches program to educate world about Israel

CEO Dina Ben-Tal Ganancia says the national flag carrier is restarting their 'Ambassadors' program in tandem with the pro-Israel nonprofit StandWithUs, after shutting it down at the start of the COVID pandemic

i24NEWS, Ynet | 13:29 | 01.20.23

Luxury resort brand 'Six Senses' to open urban hotel in Tel Aviv

Set be located on the Rothschild Street in the heart of Tel Aviv, the hotel guests will have access to a rooftop pool, spa, restaurant, as well as historic houses from the city's early days

Navit Zomer | 12:12 | 01.17.23

Israeli woman solves Greece's years-long crime mystery

Felice Ross tracks stolen earphones to locate missing luggage, leading police to arrest suspect who had evaded capture for 6 years; says the Greek authorities are welcome to give her a small island as a thank you

Tamar Shavak | 12:39 | 01.16.23

Hainan Airlines to relaunch direct Tel Aviv-Beijing flights

After a hiatus brought about by the surge of COVID-19 in early 2020, Chinese airliner adds route to existing flights to Shanghai; Delta to increase Tel Aviv-Atlanta flight frequency

Daniel Salama | 19:58 | 01.15.23

American Airlines drops Miami-Tel Aviv route

Opening to strong start in 2021, U.S. airline says will scrap transatlantic service effective March 24, 2023, and will continue to operate daily service to Tel Aviv from New York’s JFK airport

i24NEWS | 21:13 | 01.11.23

Israeli tourism bounces back in 2022 after pandemic, with 8.4 million departures on record

After two years of lockdowns and restrictions, millions of globetrotting travelers release pent-up wanderlust abord this year

Asaf Rosen | 16:14 | 01.08.23

More than 2.67 million foreign tourists entered Israel in 2022

The number of tourists who visited the country is up compared to 2020 and 2021, but is still lower than record high of 2019; amount of inbound tourism revenue for 2022 is estimated at more than $3.8 billion

i24NEWS | 14:00 | 01.05.23

A man uses his phone to take a 'selfie' photo with the Dome of the Rock shrine

Where are the Gulf Arab tourists? Israel’s hopes fall short

Expected flood of Gulf tourists to Israel has been little more than a trickle, and when Arab social media influencers do come to Jerusalem, Palestinians greet them with abuse

Associated Press | 11:57 | 01.03.23

Number 42 on the list has no culinary mentions

Top travel guide for food snubs Israel in favor of 'Palestine' on year-end list

Taste Atlas' Best Cuisines in the World catalog does not mention Israel, but ranks Palestine 42nd, raising concerns that political leanings might have played the role in the making of the list, which includes 95 countries

Gilad Meiri | 18:05 | 01.01.23

A depiction of the Dome of the Rock rests on a tower of zaatar at a spice stall in a market, Jerusalem's Old City, December 11, 2022

Jerusalem chef gives tourists a Palestinian taste of life in the Old City

Izzeldin Abdul Aziz Bukhari, founder of SacredCuisine, says exposing tourists to the local cuisine gives him 'a way to talk about Palestine and the culture of Palestine through the food'

Reuters | 13:06 | 12.27.22

Flooding pouring down on stranded tourists

Jordan's landmark Petra hit by mass flashfloods

The ancient Nabatean city, favored by Israeli visitors and is a World Heritage Site, sees flashfloods carrying rocks and debris, coming down from the adjacent mountains, prompting need to evacuate tourists

Gilad Meiri | 10:33 | 12.27.22

The exhibition at the Christian Information Center highlights the story of resurrection and sheds fresh light on the Church of the Holy Sepulcher

Jerusalem exhibition brings story of Jesus’ resurrection to life using VR

Christian Information Center uses latest technology to present the story of Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection, as well as the history of the Church of the Holy Sepulcher

The Media Line | 22:32 | 12.26.22

Tel Aviv's first ever hotel reopens after more than century

Newly renovated hotel first opened in 1913 hosted Ben Gurion and Einstein; will feature Joël Robuchon International restaurant and offer lucrative spa treatments

Iris Lipshitz-Kliger | 21:04 | 12.25.22

Christian tourism to Holy Land slowly recovers ahead of Christmas

Tourism Ministry estimations say tens of thousands of tourists are expected to visit major cities across Israel, including Nazareth, Bethlehem and Jerusalem, over the festive period

The Media Line | 18:57 | 12.23.22

UN names Israel's Kfar Kama one of 'Best Tourism Villages' of 2022

Northern village features on shortlist of best villages to visit around the world, offering unique peek into culture and heritage of Israel's Circassian minority

Gilad Carmeli | 19:49 | 12.20.22

Post-COVID, Israelis flock to Europe’s rebounding and thriving spas

European Spa Association (ESPA) holds annual congress this fall in Slovakia, in honor of the 100-year jubilee of the Slovak and Czech Republic Spa Association – both countries popular destinations for Israelis; Jewish visitors find places of special interest

Buzzy Gordon | 11:08 | 12.19.22

Although sometimes site of war, Gaza border area tantalizing photographers

Head of the Eshkol Regional Council describes living in the heart of this complex reality as '99% paradise and 1% hell' - 'the photographs reflect the balance between the two extremes that characterize life here'

Gilad Carmeli | 10:02 | 12.19.22

Israel to track tourist patterns via cellphone data to avoid congestion

New project, set to get underway in the coming months, is meant to shed more light onto Israel's most sought after attractions in order to develop more tourism hotspots in the future

The Media Line | 13:32 | 12.16.22

Palestinian vendors wait for clients next to the Christmas tree in Manger Square, adjacent to the Church of the Nativity, traditionally believed by Christians to be the birthplace of Jesus Christ, ahead of Christmas, in the West Bank city of Bethlehem, Monday, Dec. 5, 2022

Bethlehem welcomes Christmas tourists after pandemic lull

Business in Bethlehem is looking up this Christmas as the traditional birthplace of Jesus recovers from a two-year downturn during the coronavirus pandemic; a recent jump in Israeli-Palestinian fighting appears to be having little effect on the vital tourism industry

Associated Press | 09:02 | 12.15.22

Israel advances plans to connect Haifa, Nazareth to center

41 kilometer rout expected to serve 100,000 travelers daily, connecting northern metropolitan areas and shortening travel time to center of country; Trans Rail company says will offer efficient, environmentally friendly transportation solution

Ynet | 13:31 | 12.13.22

עומסים ברכבת סבידור מרכז בעקבות תקלת איתות

Israel to shut down host of railway stations on weekends

State-owned Israel Railways says closures stem from shortage of security personnel, stations affected have scant passenger traffic on weekends

Roi Rubinstein | 17:25 | 12.12.22

Will Israelis be able to travel to U.S. without a visa in 2023?

In-depth: Admission to Visa Waiver Program hinges on the rate at which Israelis are refused visas by U.S. authorities, and a new legislation that would require Israel to disclose info on nationals traveling to America

Itamar Eichner | 14:57 | 12.12.22

A look into Israelis' favorite nature attractions for 2022

Report says 10,710,000 travelers visited Israel’s nature reserves and national parks in 2022 as inbound tourism rallies back up post-pandemic

Gilad Carmeli | 19:10 | 12.06.22

Like a trip abroad: A visit to Nazareth before Christmas

From swanky cafes to steakhouses, modern art galleries and guided tours, all the way to one small secluded room believed to be where Jesus himself grew up - there's nothing that can't be found in Nazareth

Navit Zomer | 20:00 | 12.05.22

Haifa's Christmas and Hanukah holiday festival returns with a bang

As a way to promote coexistence and break religious and ethnic barriers, the Holiday of Holidays festival offers a wide range of experiences and activities for the whole family

Tahel Blumenfeld | 13:43 | 12.05.22

Israel told to prepare for surge of Japanese tourists to avoid 'negative' first impression

Ambassador Gilad Cohen says Japanese expect and willing to pay for high standard of service, suggests Foreign Ministry and tourism sector meet with Japanese embassy officials to prepare; recommends special booth at airport for complaints

Itamar Eichner | 19:49 | 12.01.22

'Israeli Tuscany' makes prestigious magazine's top vacation spots list

The Galilee is described by luxury and lifestyle travel magazine Condé Nast Traveler as a 'fertile corner filled with fruit farms, organic dairies, and family-run wineries'

Gilad Carmeli | 15:21 | 11.30.22

איסטנבול טורקיה רחובות מתיחות ביטחונית אזהרת מסע מטיילים ישראלים נופשים חו"ל קיץ

Michelin stars shine on a new Gastrocity: Istanbul

Guide is recommending 53 restaurants – 5 awarded coveted stars, the rest merited recognition for their distinguished cuisine, service and sustainability; budget traveler can find delicious street food in just about every neighborhood

Buzzy Gordon | 19:14 | 11.21.22

Historic first flight from Israel to World Cup in Qatar departs from Tel Aviv

TUS Air flight 1162 to Doha will take about 3 hours and 35 minutes and is expected to land with just about enough time before kick-off

Iris Lifshitz Kliger, Roi Rubinstein | 12:01 | 11.20.22

Israel to operate direct flights to Malaga, low-cost trips to Barcelona

Israir Airlines to operate a weekly flight to Malaga starting May 16, and the company to also launch two weekly flights to Suchaba in Romania; Wizz Air to offer 4 weekly flights to Barcelona starting January 9

Daniel Salma | 20:14 | 11.17.22

אצטדיון לוסייל ב קטאר שיארח את גמר ה מונדיאל

In first, direct flight from Israel to Qatar during World Cup

The agreement expected to save Israelis from having to board connection flight, and lower costs for people flying to watch the games; less Israelis plan to attend World Cup than originally expected

Itamar Eichner, Daniel Salami, Roie Rubinstein | 19:20 | 11.10.22

Flights from Israel to 'China's Silicon Valley' to resume under strict COVID restrictions

Hainan Airlines will operate a weekly flight to Shenzhen starting Nov. 29; 'We hope to announce the opening of more routes between Israel and China soon,’ says Tel Aviv branch chief

Daniel Salami | 20:59 | 11.08.22

In time for World Cup, Tus Airways to operate flights from Tel Aviv to Qatar

Israelis eager to attend world's biggest sporting event will be able to fly to the Gulf state, with which Israel has no official diplomatic ties, with a short layover in neighboring Cyprus

Daniel Salama | 14:14 | 11.06.22

After casting votes, Israelis pack parks and nature reserves on day off

From the north to the far south, natural gems await the public wishing to leave elections and their pressure behind to make most of their day off work and enjoy birds on their way south to Africa and the early days of fall

Gilad Carmeli | 11:52 | 11.01.22

Israeli flag flies prominently in the center of Baden-Baden

Baden-Baden: The good good life, and Jewish renewal

The celebrated spa city of Baden-Baden, Germany, has a history that dates back to its Roman-era baths, and a contemporary Jewish community that looks to the future

Buzzy Gordon | 21:44 | 10.30.22

A peek into the Golan Heights' floating guesthouse

Santoram offers guests a serene experience on Lake Ram with breakfast, amenities, and even a kayak included; ‘The house rocks a bit, but the guests like it’

Asaf Kamer | 12:35 | 10.27.22

Greek airforce maintenance stuff park a T-6 single-engine turboprop training aircraft at an airbase

With eye on Turkey, Greece opens Israeli-built flight school

Israeli defense contractor Elbit will help run the facility located in southern part of the country; Greece is undertaking an armed forces modernization program focused on its air force in hope to outpace Turkey

Associated Press | 19:34 | 10.21.22

Best national parks to help you explore Israel in fall

From the Golan Heights to the Negev, here are the top 10 nature reserves and trails you should visit this fall, to see some of Israel's finest autumn flora blossom, bird migrations, and breathtaking views

Gilad Carmeli, Hadas Bar-Ad | 21:30 | 10.20.22

Ramon Airport begins operating flights from Israel's desert to snowy Finland

Finnair will operate a single weekly flight to Helsinki on Tuesdays until March, joining Netherland’s Transavia which began operating direct flights to Orly Airport in Paris

Daniel Salami | 16:58 | 10.19.22

Where did globetrotting Israelis travel to this High Holy Day season

Before we enter the sluggish dog days of the winter season, a new report lists Israelis’ favorite destinations abroad in one of the busiest times of year for outbound tourism

Roi Rubinstein | 20:19 | 10.18.22

Pilgrims take part in the Jerusalem March on Oct. 13, 2022

Thousands of Christian pilgrims march in Jerusalem after pandemic hiatus

Roughly 3,000 pilgrims from 70 nations take part in Feast of Tabernacles, a staple in the capital during Jewish holiday of Sukkot, and which had to be canceled in recent years due to COVID-induced travel restrictions

The Media Line | 17:21 | 10.16.22

Tourism video shows minister in Old CIty of Jerusalem

Bond, Yoel Bond: Tourism minister on a mission to entice visitors to Israel

Yoel Zozvozov uses his physical likeness to actor Daniel Craig - star of latest James Bond films, and finances clip depicting secret agent visiting iconic tourism sites around the country

Itamar Eichner | 11:01 | 10.16.22

Israel's Ramon Airport to begin operating flights to Rome and Vienna

Hungarian low-cost carrier Wizz Air says it will operate two regular flights to Rome starting December 17, and two weekly flights to Vienna starting December 21

Daniel Salma | 11:10 | 10.13.22

Deadly jellyfish stings 6-year-old Israeli girl in Thailand

Foreign Ministry says the child arrived at hospital after suffering from cardiac arrest; box jellyfish, AKA sea wasp, is considered one of the deadliest species in the world, with its each tentacle covered by tiny darts loaded with poison

Itamar Eichner | 17:51 | 10.10.22

Israel's Ben Gurion airport to shut down for Yom Kippur

On the holiest day in the year for Jews, airport to suspend operations from Tuesday, October 4 at 2pm to Wednesday, October 5 at 13.30 pm; airport authority chief says Ben Gurion braces for over 2 million passengers in October, for High Holiday season

Shiri Hadar | 17:48 | 10.02.22

Booking.com to soften travel warning to Israeli settlements

Foreign Ministry says shift came following ‘discreet and effective dialogue’ with Dutch company's management; PM Lapid, Tourism Minister Razvozov hail ‘important diplomatic achievement’

Shiri Hadar , Yuval Karni | 11:34 | 10.02.22

Israel to fight Booking.com over planned safety warning on West Bank listings

Online travel agency describes West Bank as 'Palestinian Territory,' but denies taking stance on area's status; Tourism Minister Yoel Razvozov threatens 'diplomatic war' to reverse decision, which he condemns as 'political'

Reuters | 20:54 | 09.20.22

Israel reveals its 2022 top summer tourism hotspots

Nature and Parks Authority says some 2.1 million travelers visited nature reserves and national parks in July and August; among most popular locations were Gan HaShlosha National Park, Masada National Park and Ein Gedi Nature Reserve

Gilad Carmeli | 13:47 | 09.09.22

Rahat hopes Bedouin culture will draw visitors to Negev city

National Planning and Building Council's approval of hundreds of hospitality units in the southern city aims to improve local tourism, economy and provide new job opportunities

The Media Line | 09:13 | 09.09.22

Plan on traveling to Israel? Watch out for record crowds on Rosh Hashanah

September and October are set to be busy months for Ben Gurion Airport due to high demand over Jewish High Holidays, with peak overcrowding expected between September 9-22

Roi Rubinstein | 16:39 | 09.04.22

Palestinian Authority urges Palestinians not to use Israel's Ramon Airport

Prime Minister Mohammad Shtayyeh says Israel allowing Palestinians to fly abroad from its territory is a deceiving gesture, because a true sign of goodwill would be reopening Qalandia airport in West Bank, shut down during Second Intifada

Reuters | 15:50 | 08.24.22

שר התיירות יואל רזבוזוב נועד עם שגריר סין בישראל

In 1st since COVID, China mulls resuming direct flights to Israel by end of 2022

Tourism minister says Chinese tourists an economic anchor for Israel, play key role in achieving goal of 10 million tourists by 2030; Israeli flight to Seychelles to pass over Saudi Arabia for first time

Itamar Eichner | 23:28 | 08.22.22

Palestinians begin flying abroad from Israeli airport in pilot program

The move is a part of Israeli overtures meant to improve living condition of Palestinians in the West Bank and the Gaza Strip, allowing them to travel without having to travel to Jordan first

Associated Press, Ynet | 13:54 | 08.22.22

Long lines at Ben Gurion Airport departure hall

Israel's Ben Gurion Airport set to become fully digital by 2023

In an effort to ease overcrowding, digital check-in availability from home or via terminals in departure hall to be extended to luggage and security checks; expected to cut 30 minutes off time currently spent on process

Roi Rubinstein | 14:56 | 08.21.22

Israel carriers to soon fly to Turkey, official says as ties continue to improve

According to official, Jerusalem and Ankara ironing out final details that would allow Israeli companies back in Turkey after 15 years; parties will then discuss return of ambassadors in first since 2018

Itamar Eichner | 19:54 | 08.15.22

At least 6 Israeli teens hospitalized due to poor sanitary conditions in Greek hotel

Doctors say hotel's poor sanitary conditions behind illness on the Island of Zakynthos several suffer vomiting, weakness, high fever, stomach pains, and flea bites; one boy to return Monday after condition improves

Iris Lifshitz Klieger | 22:39 | 08.14.22

Travel

Long-isolated Israeli village on Lebanese border becomes tourist hotspot

Hillel Kuttler/JTA

Booking.com reveals Israel's most accommodating cities

Asaf Rozen

Israelis could soon be able to visit Saudi islands of Tiran and Sanafir

i24NEWS

Israeli hotel makes it to 'best in Middle East' list

Dennis Bihler

El Al relaunches program to educate world about Israel

i24NEWS, Ynet

Luxury resort brand 'Six Senses' to open urban hotel in Tel Aviv

Navit Zomer

Israeli woman solves Greece's years-long crime mystery

Tamar Shavak

Hainan Airlines to relaunch direct Tel Aviv-Beijing flights

Daniel Salama

American Airlines drops Miami-Tel Aviv route

i24NEWS

Israeli tourism bounces back in 2022 after pandemic, with 8.4 million departures on record

Asaf Rosen

More than 2.67 million foreign tourists entered Israel in 2022

i24NEWS

Where are the Gulf Arab tourists? Israel’s hopes fall short

Associated Press

Top travel guide for food snubs Israel in favor of 'Palestine' on year-end list

Gilad Meiri

Jerusalem chef gives tourists a Palestinian taste of life in the Old City

Reuters

Jordan's landmark Petra hit by mass flashfloods

Gilad Meiri

Jerusalem exhibition brings story of Jesus’ resurrection to life using VR

The Media Line

Tel Aviv's first ever hotel reopens after more than century

Iris Lipshitz-Kliger

Christian tourism to Holy Land slowly recovers ahead of Christmas

The Media Line

UN names Israel's Kfar Kama one of 'Best Tourism Villages' of 2022

Gilad Carmeli

Post-COVID, Israelis flock to Europe’s rebounding and thriving spas

Buzzy Gordon

Although sometimes site of war, Gaza border area tantalizing photographers

Gilad Carmeli

Israel to track tourist patterns via cellphone data to avoid congestion

The Media Line

Bethlehem welcomes Christmas tourists after pandemic lull

Associated Press

Israel advances plans to connect Haifa, Nazareth to center

Ynet

Israel to shut down host of railway stations on weekends

Roi Rubinstein

Will Israelis be able to travel to U.S. without a visa in 2023?

Itamar Eichner

A look into Israelis' favorite nature attractions for 2022

Gilad Carmeli

Like a trip abroad: A visit to Nazareth before Christmas

Navit Zomer

Haifa's Christmas and Hanukah holiday festival returns with a bang

Tahel Blumenfeld

Israel told to prepare for surge of Japanese tourists to avoid 'negative' first impression

Itamar Eichner

'Israeli Tuscany' makes prestigious magazine's top vacation spots list

Gilad Carmeli

Michelin stars shine on a new Gastrocity: Istanbul

Buzzy Gordon

Historic first flight from Israel to World Cup in Qatar departs from Tel Aviv

Iris Lifshitz Kliger, Roi Rubinstein

Israel to operate direct flights to Malaga, low-cost trips to Barcelona

Daniel Salma

In first, direct flight from Israel to Qatar during World Cup

Itamar Eichner, Daniel Salami, Roie Rubinstein

Flights from Israel to 'China's Silicon Valley' to resume under strict COVID restrictions

Daniel Salami

In time for World Cup, Tus Airways to operate flights from Tel Aviv to Qatar

Daniel Salama

After casting votes, Israelis pack parks and nature reserves on day off

Gilad Carmeli

Baden-Baden: The good good life, and Jewish renewal

Buzzy Gordon

A peek into the Golan Heights' floating guesthouse

Asaf Kamer

With eye on Turkey, Greece opens Israeli-built flight school

Associated Press

Best national parks to help you explore Israel in fall

Gilad Carmeli, Hadas Bar-Ad

Ramon Airport begins operating flights from Israel's desert to snowy Finland

Daniel Salami

Where did globetrotting Israelis travel to this High Holy Day season

Roi Rubinstein

Thousands of Christian pilgrims march in Jerusalem after pandemic hiatus

The Media Line

Bond, Yoel Bond: Tourism minister on a mission to entice visitors to Israel

Itamar Eichner

Israel's Ramon Airport to begin operating flights to Rome and Vienna

Daniel Salma

Deadly jellyfish stings 6-year-old Israeli girl in Thailand

Itamar Eichner

Israel's Ben Gurion airport to shut down for Yom Kippur

Shiri Hadar

Booking.com to soften travel warning to Israeli settlements

Shiri Hadar , Yuval Karni

Israel to fight Booking.com over planned safety warning on West Bank listings

Reuters

Israel reveals its 2022 top summer tourism hotspots

Gilad Carmeli

Rahat hopes Bedouin culture will draw visitors to Negev city

The Media Line

Plan on traveling to Israel? Watch out for record crowds on Rosh Hashanah

Roi Rubinstein

Palestinian Authority urges Palestinians not to use Israel's Ramon Airport

Reuters

In 1st since COVID, China mulls resuming direct flights to Israel by end of 2022

Itamar Eichner

Palestinians begin flying abroad from Israeli airport in pilot program

Associated Press, Ynet

Israel's Ben Gurion Airport set to become fully digital by 2023

Roi Rubinstein

Israel carriers to soon fly to Turkey, official says as ties continue to improve

Itamar Eichner

At least 6 Israeli teens hospitalized due to poor sanitary conditions in Greek hotel

Iris Lifshitz Klieger