Tourism

Belmond unveils its first Paris to Amalfi Coast journey for 2026, combining overnight rail travel, Pompeii tours, and a luxury stay in Ravello

The "Tower of Christ" designed by Antoni Gaudi as part of the famous church in Barcelona is nearing completion, just in time for the 100th anniversary of the renowned architect's death. This is what the new addition looks like, which will shine by day and be a star by night

The tourism platform Tripadvisor has published its list of top destinations for 2026. Rankings highlight Bali, London, Dubai, and New York, based on traveler reviews across hotels, food, and attractions

Henley & Partners Passport Index 2026 shows stability at the top, a general decline in passport power, the strengthening of Asian and European countries, and continued mobility gaps between regions of the world

Universal Orlando has unveiled its 2026 events calendar, featuring Mardi Gras, Halloween Horror Nights, and plenty of holiday festivities ready to attract tens of thounsads of visitors from all corners of the world. Highlight: the 25th anniversary of Harry Potter celebrated throughout the year

In 2025, 34 million passengers passed through Greece's largest international airport, a significant increase over the previous year. There was also a jump in the number of passengers in December and an increase in the number of flights in the past year

Brazil welcomed more than 9.2 million foreign tourists in 2025, marking its strongest year ever for international travel and visitor arrivals. “We exceeded all expectations and made 2025 the biggest year in the history of international tourism in Brazil"

More than dense jungles and rice terraces: Vietnam has a long and beautiful coastline packed with a selection of destinations that make it one of the best options for an excellent vacation in the Far East

Passport Group will unveil its annual Destinations Magazine at the IMTM International Tourism Conference in February, highlighting 26 must-visit places shaping travel trends in 2026

10 RON per night (around 2 euros) for every tourist starting January 1, 2026: Bucharest joins European cities imposing accommodation taxes, with the collection done through hotels and apartments to invest directly in urban tourism

Visitors to the popular destination take note: The heat wave sweeping across Greece continues unabated and has intensified with temperatures now predicted to reach 43 degrees. Athens is expected to hit 41-42 degrees. The Greek government has released special public warnings and announced the closure of popular tourist sites

Hermes Airports' semi-annual report discloses: 5.7 million passengers between January and June 2025 at Larnaca and Paphos airports, an increase of 11.6%. Tel Aviv surpasses London, and Israel ranks ahead of Germany and Italy

The international flagship event will take place on September 17-18 at the Miami Beach Convention Center and will host representatives from countries across the Americas, Africa, Southeast Asia, and beyond. Spain, Central America, and other leading destinations will participate in targeted business meetings and the promotion of new tourism initiatives. Once again, Passport Group will serve as the official media partner of the event

Ministry of Transport and Ministry of Tourism are at a standstill

Assisting Tourists Leaving Israel

The World Travel Exhibition solidifies its role as a key global tourism event, attracting strategic participants like Iberia and American Airlines, alongside tourist boards from Colombia, Brazil, Mexico, Jamaica, and more. After successful partnerships in Europe, Passport Group is now an official media partner in this vital market

Max Travel is "Changing the Game" with an innovative vacation booking platform: advanced technology, full service in Hebrew, and cashback for your next booking. In collaboration with SkyGini from the Ofakim Group, the initiative offers flights, hotels, and packages with a new consumer model

New analysis reveals Europe's most crowded tourist sites – with hundreds of tourist stays per resident. Greece leads the ranking, followed by Croatia, Spain, and Austria. Zakynthos tops the list with 150 stays per person

A surge of 5.7% compared to the same period last year, with tourism revenue reaching €23.5 billion – United Kingdom leads the list of visiting countries

Following the cancellation of foreign flights after the missile fire from Yemen, tourism industry leaders share their professional emergency routine and efforts to bring Israelis stranded abroad back home. However, uncertainty continues, with concerns about price increases and summer impact felt across the sector