Articles tagged “israel”

Tourism

Mineral harvesting could cause Dead Sea to flood the Israeli hotels it supports

Israel has been profiting off the Dead Sea in more ways than one, but tourism and mineral harvesting significantly impact the long-term health of the sea and the future of businesses relying on it.

David Wainer, Bloomberg | 11 years ago

Ground Transport

Israel’s own version of Tesla calls it quits, will liquidate electric-car company

Despite the headline, this electric car company was more about building the infrastructure that would support the vehicles rather than creating ambitious new technology that would lead the way. In this case, the ambitious beat out the prudent.

Edmund Sanders, Los Angeles Times | 11 years ago

Media and PR

Israeli legal chief stands by security checks of tourists’ email

The invasive security check is considered necessary to Israeli officials, but its inconsistency makes it appear discriminatory in practice.

Ori Lewis, Reuters | 11 years ago

Media and PR

Israel turns to a Chinese movie star to boost tourism from China

Although the tourism industry's contribution to the film production is low, it signals the value officials see in the power of movies to introduce a destination to potential new visitors.

Gwen Ackerman, Bloomberg | 11 years ago

Airlines

El Al resumes operations after reaching government deal on security

This deal, if it holds up, looks like a win-win for El Al and travelers. El Al will face intense competition, but at least the government will foot the bill for its substantial security costs. And travelers flying in and out of Israel should benefit from more choice in carriers and lower fares.

Gwen Ackerman and Alisa Odenheimer , Bloomberg | 11 years ago

Airlines

Thousands are stuck in Israel as airlines plan third day of strikes

An increase in flights would benefit Israel’s entire tourism industry, including Israeli airlines should the country jump in global prominence as it becomes easier and cheaper to visit.

Ian Deitch, Associated Press | 11 years ago

Airlines

Israeli airlines strikes as government approves plan to increase competition

Any move to make the destination more approachable, including less expensive and more frequent flights, is welcome by the Israeli tourism economy given the country’s controversial reputation.

Ian Deitch, Associated Press | 11 years ago

Airlines

El Al gets new investor which demands “many changes”

El Al has been piling up losses and faces a very tough competitive environment. The FIMI investment is subject to renegotiation of employee contracts and portends a tumultuous period for the airline.

Koby Yeshayahou , Globes | 11 years ago

Skift Originals

Israel is going big — billboard big — to attract Christian tourists

Call it "old school," but Israel's tourism officials are betting that highway billboards will spur Christian tourists to visit holy sites in Israel.

Dennis Schaal, Skift | 11 years ago

Hotels

As Waldorf Jerusalem opens, challenges of hotel investment in Israel remain

Calev Ben-David, Bloomberg | 11 years ago