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From recreational facilities for fans of extreme sports to real estate and mixed-use properties: here are the five that are reshaping hotels, destinations, and lifestyle brands
British Airways introduces the list of most sought-after destinations for the coming year, alongside new tourism trends; the list includes vacations without a schedule, brand loyalty, and, surprisingly, body image perceptions
Celebrate New Year aboard La Dolce Vita Orient Express, traveling Rome, Montalcino, and Venice with Michelin dining, live music, burlesque, and scenic Italian landscapes. How much do tickets cost?
A new global model invites cities to reward visitors for small acts that help local communities, inspired by Copenhagen’s successful CopenPay program. "Tourists don’t just want to see a city anymore, they want to be part of it."
The Trump administration has launched a visa program that promises an accelerated path to a green card for those who can pay $1 million and significsntly contribute to the American economy. Companies can join and recruit employees
The Louvre is rolling out new ticket prices for 2026, including a major increase for non-EU tourists and updated fees for groups, guided tours, and workshops
The global winners of the World Travel Awards for 2025 were announced in Bahrain. Learn which are the best global destinations, airlines, hotels, resorts, and new entrants in the industry
Explore Eshkol up close through a special Chanukah experience connecting people, land, and hope through tastings, hands-on harvesting in the fields, and warm coffee. Sign up for the tour on December 18
Over 300 guests gathered at the George Hotel in Tel Aviv for a ceremony celebrating Thailand's National Day and strengthening diplomatic relations between the two countries. Ambassador Boonyarit Vichienpuntu highlighted Israel's outstanding tourism achievements
Santa Claus’ iconic Grand Departure will come alive in Rovaniemi on December 23 at 19:00 UTC +2, or live on Facebook. In the meantime, the 10,000 tourists expected to land at Rovaniemi Airport can cross the Arctic Circle and take part in other fun winter activities for the whole family
Hop on the Northern Train and journey deep into the mountains from Narvik to watch the Aurora Borealis dance above, with snacks, stories, and a cozy bonfire along the way
Cyprus transforms into a warm and colorful holiday escape each winter; discover the decorated villages, festive markets, boutique stays, and great food and wineries
Central tourism event to be held on December 10 at the Enav Center in Tel Aviv, featuring professional meetings, lectures, refreshments, and an international flavors festival opening right after. In collaboration with Tranova
October 2025 marked record tourism for Cyprus with 537,744 visitors, a 17% increase from last year; the island transitions into an international aviation and tourism hub, with numerous weekly flights and new routes from the Gulf and Eastern Europe, aiming for year-round tourism
The United Nations Tourism Organization has published its periodic report, signaling more than 690 million tourists who have traveled the world since the beginning of 2025; some countries have jumped by more than 21%
Wonderfruit Festival 2025 returns to Thailand next month at Siam Country Club's The Fields, near Pattaya. Between December 11-15, visitors can enjoy performances by artists from all over the world, workshops, food, and even tree planting
FITUR, the global benchmark for driving and promoting tourism, has announced it will expand its Travel Technology area by 50% in 2026, bringing 150+ global firms to the new Knowledge Hub in Hall 12, focused on AI, data, and digital innovation
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."
Virtuoso’s Luxe Report 2025 outlines where affluent travelers are going in 2026, what motivates them, and how climate and cost pressures are shaping their choices; the report shows insights of over 2,400 travel advisors in 50+ countries
Autumn transforms New York with golden trees, lively art, ice skating, rooftop sunsets, and festive markets, creating one of the city’s most magical seasons; explore the best attractions
The three-day exhibition in London, the largest in WTM history, hosted more than 40,000 business meetings expected to generate deals worth £2.2 billion; over 5,500 buyers were recorded
The Christmas tree at Old Town Square, spa retreats, romantic tours on Charles Bridge, and a snowy blanket covering the city. Here are 10 experiences that make Prague the perfect winter holiday destination
Sweden's Foreign Ministry announces "an improvement in security conditions since the ceasefire," only maintaining the travel warning to the country's borders. Estonia takes similar step
A new directive will allow the collection of biometric data from all non-US citizens to begin in December. The system is expected to be fully implemented at all airports and seaports within three to five years. The move will improve security, shorten lines and promote the expansion of visa exemptions
The world gathered in London for WTM, with Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Cyprus, and Slovakia standing out among dozens of impressive national pavilions
The U.S. Embassy urges Americans to avoid traveling to Belarus, after the border with Lithuania was closed until the end of November amid recent incidents
From Cairo to Tokyo, global tourism players showcase their latest developments at the World Travel Market fair in London this week. Key industry reports and high-level meetings define the week
Witches, skeletons, scary clowns, and a host of other Halloween attractions have been set up at Kew Gardens in London. Crowds passing through enjoy an entertaining walking trail
Adi Azoulay, Chairman and Owner of Passport Group, received the honorable "International Businessman of the Year 2025" title from the Israeli Ambassadors Club. Azoulay: "Conveying the Israeli story to hundreds of thousands every day"
