After a brief post-pandemic recovery, the tourism sector is struggling, with few travelers and many restrictions within the country due to the conflict.
Birthright participants will engage in civic volunteering and hear first-hand testimonies from October 7 survivors
The Israeli Ministry of Tourism, led by Haim Katz, housed displaced residents in hotels during the war with Hamas, providing financial support and preparing for the tourism industry's recovery.
Tourism Minister Ahmed Issa said 3.6 million tourists visited in the October-December 2023 period.
The longest flight in the world, from New York to Singapore, is just under 19 hours. In 2025, another world record is expected to be broken in aviation.
The annual figure represents an increase of 12.5% compared to 2022, and a decrease of 34% from 2019.
It was not the right time to partake in a tourism fair abroad, the Ministry of Tourism said.
Residents of Israel's north and south have been directed to relocate for their safety since October 7.
Set to benefit students starting their courses in October 2023, the initiative promises an equitable distribution of the scholarship funds.
Following the efforts of the Tourism Ministry and the Chinese ambassador to Israel, tourism and flights between the two countries is expected to increase.
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