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Israel travel & tourism news for travelers and travel professionals. Israel, a Middle Eastern country on the Mediterranean Sea, is regarded by Jews, Christians and Muslims as the biblical Holy Land. Its most sacred sites are in Jerusalem. Within its Old City, the Temple Mount complex includes the Dome of the Rock shrine, the historic Western Wall, Al-Aqsa Mosque and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Israel’s financial hub, Tel Aviv, is known for its Bauhaus architecture and beaches.
Author: Adi Koplewitz Hours long waits at the Taba crossing from Eilat to the Sinai Peninsula have become an Israeli...
Most of the world is in a state of shock after witnessing the brutal attack by Russia on Ukraine. The...
Russian Prime Minister announced today that starting from April 9, Russian Federation will lift travel curbs on flights to 52...
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As a result of what an Israeli defense source called the ‘largest ever’ cyberattack against the Jewish state, the number...
On Saturday despite the Jewish Shabbat, the PM, an Orthodox Jew flew to Moscow to meet with Russian Prime Minister...
As of yesterday, March 1, Israel will welcome all tourists, vaccinated and unvaccinated, with an ease of entry restrictions. The decision...
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released 2021 safety performance data for the commercial airline industry showing strong improvement in...
After the Israeli Health Ministry advised relaxing COVID-19 curbs as the fifth wave of coronavirus infections fueled by the Omicron...
The Vermont-based dessert company said in July that it would no longer sell its products in 'disputed territories' including the West Bank, which the company called 'Occupied Palestinian Territory.'
A UK Foreign Office spokesperson underlined in a statement that while its travel recommendations have been updated for 'the safety and security of British nationals,' any UK citizens still in Ukraine 'should not expect consular support or help with evacuating in the event of a Russian military incursion.'
Since international aviation regulations prohibit uncertified aircraft from flying in civilian airspace for safety reasons, limiting the operation of UAVs to unsegregated airspace, new CAA certification makes Israel the first country in the world to allow drones operate in its unrestricted airspace.
Shin Bet has warned though, that Israeli carriers, such as El Al, Arkia and Israir would stop flying into Dubai International Airport if those security concerns are not resolved, leading to a potential crisis with the Gulf state.
Israeli airlines like the national carrier EL AL may cease flying from Tel Aviv to Dubai starting on Tuesday unless a disagreement over security procedures is resolved.
Experts expect a quick resolution to technical issue; travel to Abu Dhabi not affected.
Israeli researcher posted in the journal PLOS One today a new finding adding weight to previous studies on COVID.
According to scientists, vitamin D may be the key to preventing death and serious illness among COVID patients.
The UAE civil aviation authority said air traffic was continuing as usual, and all flight operations were operating normally despite the attack.
Israeli government is allegedly preparing to fly out tens of thousands of Jewish people eligible for Israeli citizenship from Ukraine in the event of a Russian all-out offensive.
The change in restrictions will apply to Israeli citizens, residents, and tourists alike, however all travelers will have to provide evidence of vaccination or recovery from the virus.
The rise of new COVID-19 mutations, such as the Delta and, most recently, Omicron variants, has reportedly helped to drive down protection offered by the shots, also prompting calls to roll out boosters, with Israel leading the charge as one of the first nations to distribute additional doses.
Noam Huppert cannot leave the Jewish State for any reason for another 7,978 years unless he pays his Israeli ex-wife $2.4 million in child support.
Israel cites efforts to slow the spread of the highly contagious Omicron variant of COVID-19, adds the United States to its 'red list' of countries, making America off-limits to Israeli travelers.
Ukraine International Airlines strongly advises to closely monitor the update of rules and epidemiological restrictions of a destination country.
Last year’s leader – Paris – slipped to second, closely followed by Singapore. Among other cities in the most expensive top 10 are, in succession, Zurich, Hong Kong, New York, Geneva, Copenhagen, Los Angeles, and Osaka.
While Africa is getting upset at the UK and Europe in general as well as the United States for closing their borders to Southern African countries, Israel and now Japan is going a step further and closing to all foreign countries.
The expansion of the 'red' list was necessary due to the detection by South African scientists of a new COVID-19 variant in the southern Africa region, according to the PM's Office.
Technical and legal issues have been discovered in the existing entry procedure for foreign tourists, which means that it will be possible for tourists vaccinated with Sputnik V to come to Israel starting December 1, 2021.
Praised as a world-first by Bennett’s office, the games look at preparedness for future restrictions on gatherings and movement, quarantine and lockdown policies, as well as testing oversight and warnings to be issued as a new variant develops. The drill also tests hospitals’ responses, as well as preparedness in other sectors.
Reopening Israel's borders is seen as a vital step to somewhat restoring Israeli tourism industry, which has been devastated by the COVID-19 pandemic and accompanying restrictions.
Israel has been working hard to improve its air defenses in recent years due to concerns over the proliferation of Iranian-made drones and missiles in the Middle East region. The Jewish state is also frequently targeted by makeshift rockets and incendiary balloons, launched from Gaza by Palestinian terrorist group Hamas.
Emirates today announced it will launch a daily non-stop flight between Dubai and Tel Aviv, Israel, starting 6 December.
The first ever joint promotion of the Malta Tourism Authority and the Israel Ministry of Tourism in North America was held recently at the Park East Synagogue in New York City. H.E. Keith Azzopardi, Malta’s Ambassador to the US in Washington, and H.E. Vanessa Frazier, Malta’s Representative to the UN in New York, co-hosts of the event both gave welcome remarks. This Malta Israel event was organized under the auspices of the Culture Diplomacy Fund of Malta’s Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs.
For the first time in more than eighteen months, vaccinated individual and group travelers from the United States and Canada are welcome to enter Israel and explore the country's rich culture, history, and stunning landscapes
The massive New York retirement fund, which invests over $800 million across Israel, had previously warned the company in July that the boycott would harm its own investments in Israel.
Israeli authorities have granted approval for entry of individuals vaccinated with the Sputnik V COVID-19 vaccine.
Although the Palestinian government has eased its precautionary measures and restrictions against coronavirus, and allowed all sectors to act normally, the tourism sector, mainly in Bethlehem, is still suffering.
At an elementary school in Washington state, USA, a principal has told parents to tell their children that they must wear their masks when having lunch in the cafeteria – all throughout the time they are eating. In other words, take a forkful, lower your mask, take the bite, raise your mask, chew, swallow, repeat.
Marking another milestone for the year, and a flying start to August, the island destination officially hit the bar of 80,000 visitors, a further positive sign of recovery for the tourism industry in Seychelles.
Lanai, also known as the Pineapple Island of Hawaii, is the place billionaires and celebrities travel to in order to enjoy privacy and luxury. This list includes Microsoft co-founders, Elton John, presidents, and many more. Now, the former Prime Minister from Israel has been spotted on Lanai, but there may be more to the story - a conspiracy?
Re-opening its connection between Budapest and Tel Aviv today, El Al will operate a four-times weekly service on the 2,165km sector.
Israel's foreign ministry said it reached out to several other nations for help, seeking immediate air support to battle the blaze.
According to CDC, countries designated as "COVID-19 very high risk" have had over 500 cases per 100,000 residents in the past 28 days. US citizens should not travel to these countries, unless they are fully vaccinated. Today 7 more countries were added to this list.
There were 150 Israel tourists who arrived in Tanzania this week for a wildlife safari. The group consists of 15 travel agents and tourism photographers from the Christian holy land of Israel.
Cultural groups from the United States already booked will be able to travel to Israel, but no one knows what will be next to the inbound tourism market in Israel after this.
