Tourism Ministry
Tourism Ministry director-general to visit US in push to boost incoming tourism to Israel
"We want to remind everyone that Israel remains a compelling, dynamic and safe destination for both tourism and investment," says Michael Izhakov.
Israeli airlines to provide exit route for tourists fleeing war with Iran, Tourism Ministry says
Over 1,700 Iran strike evacuees living in hotels after the start of Operation Rising Lion
IMTM 2026 draws bigger crowds as Israel tests the first steps of tourism’s return
Individual tourists to be allowed into Israel starting July 1
Tourism Minister Orit Farkash-Hacohen made the announcement, but a Health Ministry official said the statement was premature.
Coronavirus in Israel: Pilot for group tourism extended to the end of June
A decision regarding the entrance of individual tourists – which was expected to be authorized starting from July 1 – will be taken later this month.
First tourist group since before pandemic to arrive in Israel on Thursday
The Israeli tourism industry has been all but closed for over 14 months, but Thursday marks the start of the post-pandemic tourism scene, with a group of 12 arriving as part of a new pilot program.
Lack of financial assistance is 'death certificate' to tourism sector
In a meeting with the Finance Committee, Director General of Inbound Tourism Organizers said that the tourism industry will collapse if the coronavirus financial assistance program is not extended.
Tourism Ministry pilot program for travel groups sells out in minutes
The pilot program aims to bring 20 groups of vaccinated tourists to Israel in an attempt to kickstart the economy after the coronavirus pandemic.
Gaza conflict brings double trouble to Israel's tourism sector
Just a few weeks after the Israeli Tourism Ministry announced a multi-pronged plan to restart inbound tourism, rockets began firing from Gaza, slamming the industry so soon after the coronavirus.
Philippine Airlines may launch Manila-Tel Aviv flights in October
The airline said it is in talks with Israel's Tourism Ministry about launching the route to serve growing demand from tourists and overseas Filipino workers.
Interfaith prayer service at Western Wall for end of coronavirus
The initiative started in Spain, where believers from the various religions conveyed prayers for the clergy to place in the Western Wall.
Israel to vaccinate, allow entry to Jordanian laborers for Passover - N12
A week after the second dose of their vaccines, laborers will be allowed to return to Jordan and reenter Israel on a daily basis.
In shadow of COVID, Tourism Ministry to provide free 'open air' tours
There will be around 1,600 free tours available over the course of the month • "Go out for a walk and thereby help the guides and the tourism industry,” tourism minister says
