Israel Tourism News
The Drisco Hotel set to open doors in Tel Aviv, Israel
The Drisco Hotel will start welcoming guests in the heart of Tel Aviv’s vibrant American Colony neighbourhood on June 3rd. The 42-room luxury boutique property perfectly captures the essence of the hip, urban Israeli city and offers savvy travellers an upscale hospitality experience enhanced by the storied past of the building.
Nobu to expand portfolio with Tel Aviv property
With a vision crafted by Gerry Schwartz and Heather Reisman, the Nobu Hotel Tel Aviv will attract tastemakers and style setters - wrapping the concept of a luxurious hotel around energized public spaces.
LATAM to connect Israel and Latin America for first time
From December, LATAM Airlines will launch a new flight connecting Tel Aviv, Israel, to Santiago, Chile, via São Paulo in Brazil.
LATAM to connect Santiago-Tel Aviv from 2018
LATAM Airlines Group has revealed plans to serve Tel Aviv, Israel. The flight will be operated by LATAM Airlines from Santiago with a stop in São Paulo (SCL-GRU-TLV), subject to regulatory approval.
Jerusalem Development Authority partners with Thomas Cook for new campaign
Today The Jerusalem Development Authority has announced a marketing collaboration with Thomas Cook, promoting the destination across Europe. The partnership aims to bring about global exposure to the historical city of Jerusalem, and increase visitation by showcasing the city’s many delights across Thomas Cook’s multi-channel media offering.
The Orient Jerusalem opens in Israel
Isrotel has debuted a new member within its portfolio of hotels: The Orient Jerusalem, their only property located within the country’s capital city. The hotel marks the latest addition to the brand’s Exclusive Collection, which is solely comprised of five star hotels.
Wow Air to link Canada to Tel Aviv, Israel
Wow Air will connect Tel Aviv with Montreal and Toronto, offering four flights each week starting September 12th this year. The new service are now available for booking.
Breaking Travel News investigates: Banksy denies Messiah complex, opens guest house in Bethlehem
First there was a deliberately depressing theme park, now Banksy is opening a hotel with views of graffiti-strewn concrete from every room. The Walled off Hotel is a three-storey immersive piece of art and also a fully functioning hostelry.
Israel offers financial incentive for airlines flying to Eilat
In its support of increasing tourism to its only Red Sea city, the Israel Ministry of Tourism has announced a new directive designed to assist airlines interested in launching new routes to Eilat’s Ovda Airport.
Ryanair adds Israel flights to winter schedule
Ryanair has launched its Israel winter 2017 schedule, with 19 routes, some 15 of which are new. The low-cost carrier will operate seven new Tel Aviv routes later this year, with flights from Baden Baden, Gdansk, Krakow, Milan Bergamo, Paphos, Poznan and Wroclaw on offer.
Western Wall Heritage foundation launches new interactive experiences
The Western Wall Heritage foundation has launched three new interactive experiences showcasing the 2,000 year old history behind the wall and how the original Temple Mount looked. Through the use of innovative, virtual reality technology, video and guided tours, visitors are able to immerse themselves in the wall’s history and better understand the site’s continuing, global significance.
InterContinental David Tel Aviv takes World Travel Awards title
InterContinental David Tel Aviv, a destination hotel located in the heart of Tel Aviv, has been selected by the World Travel Awards as Israel’s Leading Hotel. Announced at the top international tourism organisation’s European Gala Ceremony in Italy, the InterContinental David Tel Aviv led all the other hotels in the country.