Tourism Ministry
IMTM 2026 draws bigger crowds as Israel tests the first steps of tourism’s return
At the International Mediterranean Tourism Market (IMTM) 2026, the change was evident from the outset.There was a steady current of visitors moving between booths, and the exchanges felt purposeful.
Israel turns to Christian pilgrims, diaspora ties, AI to reboot post-war tourism
Israel prepared for evacuation of tourists in event of Iran attack, says Tourism Ministry head
Tourism rebounds with 1.3 million visitors in 2025, led by US, France and UK
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
What is Israeli tourism going to look like in 2021?
Israel is blithely ignoring the ability to test incoming tourists or even returning Israelis.
Tourism Ministry expresses optimism for return in spring 2021
Due to the ongoing struggle in tourism, the ministry has created an extensive plan in order to ensure a smooth transition to normalcy upon the end of the pandemic.
Israel-Morocco direct flights to launch in 'two to three months' - report
"We welcome all Israeli tourists who want to come to Morocco," Tourism Minister Nadia Fettah Alaoui said.
