Travel, Tourism

Globes: Israeli flyers avoiding Turkey, Spain, and France

In addition to price, the sense that these countries have become more hostile places for Jews has an influence on Israeli travel plans.

Plane. Illustration. (Photo: aappp/Shutterstock)

With the low cost Terminal 1 back in operation, many Israelis are itching to go abroad. But according to Globes, they are staying away from countries they feel are hostile to Israel and Jews, such as Turkey, Ireland, Spain, and France.

While price is also a consideration, the fact that these countries have either ramped up their anti-Israeli rhetoric, experienced an increase in antisemitic attacks, or recognized a state of Palestine during a war against Hamas likely played a role, too.

Attractive destinations for Israelis today appear concentrated in the Balkans, with places like Montenegro serving as attractive spot to take a break from the war. Greece and its islands are also very popular right now for Israelis.

0 Comments

Do not send comments that include inflammatory words, defamation, and content that exceeds the limit of good taste.

Israel-Gaza War, Airlines, Amsterdam

Transavia announces it has canceled all Amsterdam-Tel Aviv in both directions

Airlines adjust operations to Israel as tensions simmer.

Gila Isaacson | 23.06.24

Travel, Ben Gurion

Terminal 1 at Ben Gurion airport has reopened

Terminal 1, known for its low cost flights and budget airlines has opened earlier this month in an attempt to boost tourism after the hit the war had on the travel industry to Israel.

Eliana Fleming, JFeed Staff | 18.06.24

World news, Maldives ban

Maldives Israeli ban runs into a problem - Palestinians

The Maldives' antisemitism has backfired as it struggles to move forward in barring entry of Israeli passport holders due to "complications."

Eliana Fleming, JFeed Staff | 17.06.24

Travel, United States

Kann: Flights to US expected to go down with the return of Delta and United Airlines

With the return of Delta and United to Israel with daily flights to and from the United States, prices are expected to go down by hundreds of dollars, according to Kann News.

Avi Woolf | 07.06.24

Israel-Gaza War, Maldives

Foreign Ministry recommends Israelis in Maldives leave at once due to ban

This decision comes after the Maldives government announced a ban on those with Israeli passports from entering the country.

Avi Woolf | 04.06.24

Israel-Gaza War, Maldives

Maldives announces ban on those with Israeli passports

The decision comes as a statement of solidarity with the Palestinians and amid a generally turbulent relationship with the Jewish State.

Avi Woolf | 02.06.24

Israel-Gaza War, Travel

Globes: Israel's cheaper Terminal 1 to reopen, allowing cheaper airlines to return

After being closed down at the start of the war, Ben Gurion Airport's Terminal 1 is coming back online on June 2, allowing for more and cheaper flights to more destinations.

Avi Woolf | 20.05.24

Israel-Gaza War, Travel

Transportation Ministry expects 60,000 airline passengers a day during April

While an increase of 33% compared to March, this number of travellers amounts to a 40% drop compared to last April. 

Avi Woolf | 26.03.24

Transportation, Electric Vehicles

Egged CEO: "97% of residents prefer electric buses"

Egged CEO Gilad Riklin said that Israelis "want all city buses to be electric by 2035" at the Globes Infrastructures Conference.

Avi Woolf | 20.03.24

Travel

Transportation Ministry announces reopening of Terminal 1 for low-cost flights to and from Israel

The decision comes due to increased demand for travel and the need for more space for airlines.

Avi Woolf | 19.03.24