Tourism Ministry
Israeli airlines to provide exit route for tourists fleeing war with Iran, Tourism Ministry says
The Tourism Ministry has opened new aviation channels for those wishing to leave the country via Israeli airlines. A dedicated emergency system has been launched for tourists in urgent cases.
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
Israel turns to Christian pilgrims, diaspora ties, AI to reboot post-war tourism
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.
250 cars unable to enter Eilat over COVID-19 restrictions, head back home
In addition, on Sunday morning, three people were caught trying to enter the city of Eilat using fake negative test results, which they had forged themselves.
Israel to offer free guided tours in new Tourism Ministry initiative
As the tourism ministry tries to recuperate, NIS 10m. have been allocated to providing free tours throughout the country.
Salt Harvest: Major infrastructure project launched at the Dead Sea
Many hotels and tourist attractions were built on these ponds' shores and utilize their production of salt for the local tourism industry.
Gov't approves changes to NIS 300m. COVID-19 aid package for hotels
Hotels no longer need to make a choice between applying to get a property tax waiver or receiving aid, which provides financial relief for small hotels.
Israel to reopen Eilat, Dead Sea, declare them 'green tourist islands'
Entry into the green tourist areas, which house around 30% of the country's hotel rooms, will be conditional on the presentation of an up-to-date negative coronavirus test.
Tourism Ministry approves plans to develop cities in the Negev desert
The ministry intends to construct two new tourism complexes, one in the Beersheba River Park and the other in the Mitzpe Ramon Municipality.
Israeli tourism lost NIS 12.1b. this year due to COVID-19
September alone saw a 96% drop in the number of tourists entering the country – 15,100 vs. 405,000 the year before.
Blue and White minister's resignation takes effect
Zamir became the first Blue and White minister to quit on Friday.
