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Israel turns to Christian pilgrims, diaspora ties, AI to reboot post-war tourism

Government officials believe Christian pilgrims, Evangelical travelers, and Jewish communities overseas can form the backbone of a gradual recovery, even as broader tourism remains constrained.

 Ben Gurion Airport
 Carrier named airline of the year 2025 by AirlineRatings.com.

Norwegian airline to resume Copenhagen-Tel Aviv route from April

Passengers board a Ryanair aircraft that is parked on the runaway at Bristol Airport, on October 30, 2025 in Bristol, England.

Ryanair wipes Tel Aviv from route map as Israel dispute deepens

 Ryanair aircraft

Ryanair says it may not return to Israel, urges Jerusalem to 'get its act together'


What percentage of Israeli travelers overload their plates at the buffet?

Do you load more than you need at the hotel buffet? Or take home bottles of shampoo? Or feel like the "ugly Israeli" on vacation? A special survey conducted for Walla! Tourism on Israeli travelers.

Illlustrative photo of a man relaxing on vacation

For airlines, more destinations mean more problems 

TRAVEL ADVISER: How do airlines plan their long-term policies on adding new cities as destinations? Here are four key considerations.

 PASSENGERS DEPART Ben-Gurion Airport. Will airlines be adding new destinations?

Knesset celebrates 74th anniversary by inviting TikTokers to Israel

TikTok stars from around the world arrived in Israel as they embark on a trip to highlight Israel's natural beauty and cultural diversity.

 TikTok app is seen on a smartphone in this illustration taken, July 13, 2021.

A winter getaway to the Kinneret and surrounding areas

From hotel stays to spas, wine bars and excellent food, the Kinneret is the perfect place to go for a winter getaway.

 HE OHALO Manor Hotel, a kibbutz-style accommodation with plenty of green spaces, tranquility and a view of the Sea of Galilee and the Golan Heights.

A winter getaway to the Kinneret and surrounding areas

From hotel stays to spas, wine bars and excellent food, the Kinneret is the perfect place to go for a winter getaway.

 HE OHALO Manor Hotel, a kibbutz-style accommodation with plenty of green spaces, tranquility and a view of the Sea of Galilee and the Golan Heights.

Acre named most hospitable city in Israel by Booking.com

After a couple years putside of the top spot, the city of Acre retook its position as Israel's most hospitable city in this year's Booking.com Traveler Review Awards.

 ACRE HARBOR

Where does Israel rank in the world's most powerful passports?

Israel remains steady and able to travel without hassle to many countries across the world - but which passports are the strongest?

Close up of woman hand with engagement ring holding passport and suitcase

Dozens of passengers get stuck in Haifa cable car due to power outage

The incident, which left roughly 30 passengers stranded for nearly an hour, was not the first time this year Haifa's cable cars have halted mid-trip.

 Haifa cableway car descending from top of Carmel to Bat Galim.

Will Israeli hotels accept the challenge of the glamping industry?

Experts maintain that people are looking today for more meaningful travel, more immersive experiences and more authentic vacations. Enter glamping.

 A RENDERING of Dan Hotels future Eilat Glamping project.

Christian tourism to Holy Land slowly recovers ahead of Christmas

Some 120,000 Christian pilgrims expected to visit, but industry experts say that high costs and economic uncertainty could hamper full recovery.

 A group of scouts performs as Greek Orthodox Patriarch of Jerusalem Theophilos III arrives at the Church of the Nativity to celebrate Christmas according to the Eastern Orthodox calendar, in Bethlehem in the West Bank, January 6, 2022.