After a year of dramatic events, major business moves, new launches, exclusive interviews, and industry breakthroughs, Passport's flagship magazine returns with the stories, people, and trends that shaped the past year, and a look ahead at the year to come
An earthquake measuring 5.5-5.6 on the Richter scale struck the Gulf of Suez region last night and was also felt in Israel
Premiering on July 24 and hosted by Amit Cotler, the show will cover the latest aviation and travel news, destinations and trends, making Passport Group Israel's only tourism media brand across digital, print, social media and TV
From sophisticated design and exceptional dining to resort-style amenities, Cardo Rome, Autograph Collection delivers a luxury experience that begins the moment you arrive
Top executives from the Limassol luxury resort met Israeli tourism leaders and stressed the market’s growing importance to their future plans
A major entry into Germany: Brown Hotels, part of Israel Canada, is acquiring Berlin's historic Excelsior Hotel along with five additional properties in Munich, Hamburg, Leipzig, and Berlin in a deal worth tens of millions of euros
Iranian political figure Amir Abbas Fakhravar, in a special interview with PassportNews: "You can be optimistic and dream about Israeli trips to Tehran and Iranian tourists who will come to visit Israel"
After a period of absence, and provided there is no deterioration in the security situation, one of Europe’s largest aviation groups is set to return to Ben Gurion Airport
Nguyen Ky Son presented the treaty to President Herzog and declared his intention to transform the free trade agreement between the countries into a vehicle for technological and economic growth. Along with cooperation in the fields of cyber and AI, the parties also aim to expand tourism and direct flights between Tel Aviv and Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City
As part of the move, Israel is proposing to significantly increase flydubai's operations at Ben Gurion Airport using slots vacated by foreign companies, with the aim of making Dubai the central connection hub for Israelis to the East and other destinations around the world, and further strengthening relations with the United Arab Emirates
In a special interview with PassportNews during his visit, CEO Varadi clarified that the plan to establish a base of operations in Israel, invest about a billion dollars, and create thousands of jobs has not yet been officially approved, but the direction is positive and negotiations are progressing
In a significant announcement during the Wizz Air President's visit to Israel, Israel's Transport Minister and Wizz Air's President, Joseph Váradi, revealed that teams will reconvene in January to finalize agreements aimed at reducing flight costs, increasing seat availability, and strengthening Ramon Airport while supporting Israeli airlines
The Seventh Annual ITMF Business Aviation Conference held at Sheraton Grand Tel Aviv highlights resilience and future growth. Founders Tami Elshtain and Yael Altman emphasize looking forward. IATA's CEO in Israel: "Fingers crossed for sustained ceasefire."
Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich announces imminent agreement with El Al for direct flights to Argentina, despite economic challenges
American Airlines will resume daily flights to Tel Aviv from late March 2026, after a two-year hiatus driven by the war. The route will utilize Boeing 777-200 aircraft
Starting December 1, Etihad adds a fifth daily flight between Tel Aviv and Abu Dhabi, boosting weekly service to 35 and expanding access to Asian routes. Bangkok fares start at $972
A Celebration of Aviation and Tourism: Leaders from the aviation and tourism industries, ambassadors, and hundreds of guests gathered at the Sheraton Grand Hotel for Passport Group's 'Person of the Year' Gala. Catch a glimpse of the memorable moments and hear from attendees who reflected, 'This was the most challenging year we've ever known.' Happy New Year!
Historic Agreement Enhances Cooperation
“Festival of Light” at the Thai Ambassador’s residence highlights record tourism: 254,212 Israelis visited YTD (+59%), expected to top 300,000 this year
In just 20 years, a little-known low-cost airline has become a hot topic in Europe. What is Wizz Air's secret to rapidly establishing a base in Israel, and where else does it plan to expand? Did it truly bury Malév, Hungary's national airline, or is this a convenient excuse for critics?
