Tourism officials are looking to get visits back to pre-coronavirus levels. Israel recorded 2.9 million tourists in 2022 with the last travel restrictions being lifted in May.
In the first stage of a phased plan, a limited number of tour groups will start to arrive, with individual travelers being admitted at a later date, says the Tourism Ministry.
The tourism industry has been one of the hardest industries hit by the COVID-19 pandemic, and now a new deal between Israel and Greece may help bring the sector back to life.
Israel’s tourism industry recorded an increase in visits in February, despite the global scare over the spread of Coronavirus and its effect on international tourism.
Based on financial expenditures by travelers, trend forecaster Virtuoso ranked Israel as the third most appealing place to visit in the world for spring break.
Tourism Minister Yariv Levin says the significant increase in travelers to Israel for the Passover season is not a coincidence, but a direct result of policy.
Contrary to popular belief that Israel is a dangerous place to visit, official data indicates that one is less likely to be killed in Israel than in the United States. Just ask anyone who has been to Israel recently.
A beautiful video by Amir Aloni featuring an aerial view of the Dead Sea and the sinkholes that have been opening up around it.
The Dead Sea is a salt lake that sits 400 meters below sea level, making it the lowest point on Earth. It is famous for its extreme salinity which makes it impossible for plants and fish to survive - hence the name "Dead" Sea.
Saudi Arabia has plans to issue select visas to welcome tens of thousands of tourists a year as part of a sweeping national reform plan aimed at showcasing the country's rich heritage.
The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ministry for Strategic Affairs have united to produce a one-of-a-kind multi-sensory installation that teaches people about Israel.
While celebrating their honeymoon, a couple decided that they would document all the gorgeous locations they visited to encourage others to celebrate their honeymoon in Israel.
Here is a round-up of some of the most fabulous ways to soak up the special atmosphere in Israel during the Jewish holidays of Rosh Hashana, Yom Kippur and Sukkot.
Each year, millions of people flock to Israel for rest, recreation, spirituality and pilgrimage. See what the Holy Land has to offer to tourists and residents alike.