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May Travel News from Israel

05-22-2013

 

 
   MAY 2013 Vol. 6 - Issue 6    
GREETINGS FROM THE COMMISSIONER 

 
Dear Friends,  

This summer is shaping up as one of the most exciting times ever for a visit to Israel, with new art and culture exhibitions and culinary experiences happening throughout the country.

 

We hope to welcome travelers from around the world in Israel this year to experience our dynamic collection of historic holy sites and modern attractions. 

 


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Shalom,
 
Haim Gutin
Israel Tourism Commissioner, North and South America

NEW SURVEY RANKS TEL AVIV AMONG MOST POPULAR BRANDS IN THE U.S.

A recent survey conducted by BAV Consulting ranking companies, cities and countries placed Tel Aviv in the 90th percentile of the most popular brands in the U.S. The poll was conducted among 13,000 Americans and ranked Tel Aviv against iconic brands such as The Rolling Stones, Apple and National Geographic. The poll describes Tel Aviv as "different, fascinating, unique, daring and independent." 


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ISRAEL RECORDS INCREASE IN TOURISM IN MARCH-APRIL 2013

A total of 655,000 visitors arrived in Israel in March and April 2013, a 2% increase over the same period in 2012 and a 14% increase compared to 2011, the best year ever for tourism to Israel. 551,000 of the 655,000 visitors were tourists, or one-day visitors, an 8% increase compared to the same period in 2011.