Our Israel travel blog features all the latest Israel travel news and views from our team about the dynamic and vibrant industry in which we live and work. From time to time we might share some dreams and visions for the future of travel in Israel, but much of the time it’ll just be the latest updates and news about travel in Israel. Check this section for new tours and new product offerings, the latest trends, newsworthy events or happenings and much more. If you think you have something special to feature on our Israel Travel Blog, feel free to contact us info@touristisrael.com. For the latest in Israel travel news, read more on our Israel Travel Blog.
Israel Travel Blog
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10 Best Tours in Israel
With so many sites to see in Israel, you might be asking yourself, which specific tours are the most worthwhile? Based on value, tour experience, and the destination’s significance, we’ve put together this list of the 10 best tours in Israel you can join. 1) Masada, Ein Gedi, and Dead Sea Day Tour This one... Read More
Is it Safe to Travel in Israel? What’s it Like in Israel Now?
With the media constantly paying close attention to the situation in southern Israel, Gaza, and the West Bank, many tourists are questioning if it’s safe to travel in Israel now, and what it’s like to be in Israel at this time. In this article we’ll try to run through facts about the situation. Ultimately, it... Read More
First time In Israel: Visitor’s Guide
Israel: the country of your dreams. The perfect intersection of human history, vibrant Middle Eastern culture, sunshine, and parties, and of course, food. And now, you’re ready to visit for the first time. Located in the space where Asia, Europe and Africa meet, this small country has a big history, and was once known as... Read More
Best Things To Do in Israel in the Summer
Summer is coming! Summer in Israel is a special time of year, filled with intense heat, balmy summer nights and endless energy. For those visiting Israel during the summer months, there are plenty of summer events, festivals, markets and happenings across the country making it one of the most unique seasons to experience. Time for... Read More
40 Israel Travel & Tourism Statistics for 2022
We’ve compiled this handy resource with Israel travel and tourism statistics. Whilst 2020 and 2021 were slow years for tourism globally, the years before the covid pandemic where record breaking, with growing tourism statistics year after year. Here are our top Israel tourism and travel statistics. Tourism and Israel’s Economy Tourism accounts for 2.8% of... Read More
10 Things to Bring on Your Israel Tour
Packing for a trip to the Middle East presents its own challenges, so we’ve curated a list of 10 things to bring on your Israel tour. Whether it’s a day in Jerusalem or a full tour of the Galilee, you want to prepare. Once you’ve packed all the necessities, you can just sit back, relax,... Read More
December Holiday Celebrations in Israel
All across the world, winter is a time for joy and festivities, and there are a number of December holiday celebrations in Israel! From Novy God to Hanukkah, they will warm your heart. An eclectic mix of cultures and communities, Israel offers an amazing mix of holiday experiences. Go out and explore what makes Israel so... Read More
Can I Visit Israel With An Arab Passport Stamp?
Thanks to a persistent rumor from years ago, we often get asked “Can I visit Israel with an Arab passport stamp?” The short answer is yes. We’ll dive into more detail with our guide below, covering everything from countries that don’t have diplomatic relations with Israel to how you receive stamps from different countries. We... Read More
American Airlines to launch flights from Miami, Florida, to Tel Aviv, Israel in June 2021
American Airlines will launch flights from Miami, Florida to Tel Aviv, Israel from June 2021. The flights from Miami to Tel Aviv will operate three times a week using the Boeing 777 aircraft, on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays from Miami to Tel Aviv, and from Tel Aviv to Miami on Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. American... Read More
Wizz Air to launch flights from Larnaca, Cyprus to Tel Aviv, Israel in March 2021.
Wizz Air will launch direct flights from Larnaca in Cyprus to Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport, starting in March 2021. Wizz Air, who currently fly to Tel Aviv from over 15 cities, will operate the flights twice weekly, increasing to three times a week in the summer months. The flight time is one hour, and... Read More
Caesarea Named Best Tourist Spot in 2020
It’s official; Travel & Leisure named Caesarea the best tourist spot in the Middle East in 2020. It’s not hard to see why. King Herod’s ancient harbor city located on Israel’s Mediterranean Coast boasts a national park of ancient harbor ruins alongside some of the best beaches in Israel. Catch a summer concert at the... Read More