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Jerusalem welcomes lucrative incentive tourism boom

While tourists are often attracted by Jerusalem's cultural and historical aspects, the city is becoming a hot spot for corporate trips.

An all-around family vacation in the western Galilee

Part 2 – Acre and the surrounding area

Grapevine: Lured by home hospitality

While tourists flock to regular tourist attractions, they also like to see how people in the host country live, and are delighted with opportunities to visit locals in their homes.

10,000 NIS for an order of shwarma? "It's the owner's work system."

Three weeks later, duped tourists still not reimbursed for ‘mistake.’

Study: Hotels in Israel enjoying record demand, increased revenues

More than 4.1 million tourists visited Israel in 2018, an increase of 14% from 2017 and 42% from 2016, according to the Ministry of Tourism.

Tour Israel: Gems hiding in plain sight

Once you’ve spent a few hours taking advantage of all the exciting attractions the hotel has to offer, it’ll most likely be time for dinner.

A new kind of tourist destination: Wineries, field tours and animal farms

Now there are nearly 3,000 agricultural and rural tourism sites found throughout the country for a new kind of Israel experience.

An Israel-inspired jaunt through Paris

Where to stay, shop, sightsee and nosh on the best shakshuka

Israel welcomes 10% increase in tourists in 2019

"Summer begins with a hike in tourist arrivals to Israel," said Tourism Minister Yariv Levin.

Flying to Israel: Heeding security is key to smooth travel

The main thing to remember is not to stress about this whole process: nothing is personal, it’s just their job and the security is for the better.

New Ibis Styles Hotel makes a splash in Jerusalem

The Ibis Styles Hotel will not be the fanciest hotel on the market in the holy city. But it is modern, very comfortable, visually stimulating and matchless in terms of location.

Jordan closes Aaron's Tomb after Jews seen praying at site

The decision to close the site was made after Israeli tourists were filmed performing "Jewish rituals" at the site.

El Al honors capital by painting Dreamliner jet in gold and blue

The efforts are in honor of the poem “Jerusalem of Gold” by the late poet and composer Naomi Shemer and will unite the visual elements of the Israeli flag and the El Al logo.

Amsterdam celebrity tour guide advises left parties to kick out some Jews

Tervoort made his tweet based on 'what’s going on with British Labour,' he wrote.

Ibis Styles hotel presents 'City Roof Lobby'

93% of tourists in Israel enjoyed their trip - tourism survey

Tourism Minister Yariv Levin said: "The year 2018 was a record year for incoming tourism to Israel, with more than 4 million tourists."

Israel and Japan teaming up in hi-tech, biotechnology and tourism fields

Jerusalem mayor meeting with elected Japanese officials to discuss Israeli-Japanese cooperation

All thirteen Tel Aviv beaches awarded the Blue Flag

The world-renowned eco-label is operated under the auspices of the Foundation for Environmental Education and is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark.

NGO petitions High Court of Justice to delay Old City Cable Car Plan approval

Emek Shaveh, an NGO that works to "defend cultural heritage rights and to protect ancient sites as public assets that belong to members of all communities, faiths and peoples," condemned the action.

Norwegian Cruise Line to offer kosher meals at no extra cost

The kosher meals are available on all of the line’s cruises to all destinations on every one of the company’s ships.

Sde Dov slated to close Monday, strikes on the way?

Dismantling the airport will take 4-5 months, with the outline construction plan due to come into force by October.

New bill allows hotels in Eilat to build faster, with cheaper-priced stays

Due to the amendment to this bill, these hotels with hundreds of rooms are now defined as a part of national infrastructure.

Culinary celebration to take place in Herzliya

The dishes will be available for purchase at prices ranging between NIS 15 and 35 .

Tel Aviv in 2030: City releases master plan for increased tourism

According to the plan, the goal is to multiply the number of hotel rooms from the current 10,500 to double that number within a decade.

NFL quarterback Watson visits Friends of Zion Museum

After his tour, the Texans quarterback was honored for his support of the State of Israel and the Jewish people.

Israeli tourist, 23, declared missing in Indonesia

Although there are no official diplomatic relations between Israel and Indonesia, the consular department of the Foreign Ministry has asked for assistance in locating Meshil.

Desert Magic festival draws thousands to Bedouin city

Traditional food, street performances, sights, smells and sounds filled the air as thousands visited the southern Bedouin city of Rahat for the end of Ramadan.

Israeli tourism rises 11% bringing in billions in revenue

Tourism revenue grew by NIS 2.1 billion in May, and almost NIS 9.7 billion from January to May 2019.

Europe’s spas celebrate innovation, desire Israeli visitors

Croatia, a growing health tourism destination, hosts the annual ESPA Congress.

Israel's national parks gear up for weekend tours

The Tomb of the Prophet Samuel is just one of the Israeli wonders that will see crowds this weekend.