Articles tagged “israel”

Tourism

Turkey Tourism Bookings Start to Go ‘Quiet’

Even though Turkey is geographically far from the Israel-Hamas conflict, its tourism sector is not immune to its consequences.

Dawit Habtemariam | 2 weeks ago

Turkey Tourism Bookings Start to Go ‘Quiet’

Tourism

Ask Skift: How Do Wars Affect Tourism?

Large-scale conflicts can damage tourism beyond the borders where fighting is occurring. Here's a look at the wider impact of war on tourism throughout the world.

Rashaad Jorden | 2 weeks ago

Ask Skift: How Do Wars Affect Tourism?

Tourism

Egypt Tourism Was Having a Record Year, but Cancellations Are Rising

If the conflict ends or remains contained, American travel to Egypt could recover faster than expected.

Dawit Habtemariam | 3 weeks ago

Egypt Tourism Was Having a Record Year, but Cancellations Are Rising

Cruises

Royal Caribbean Removes Israel From 2024 Itineraries

More major travel brands will likely follow the footsteps of Norwegian Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean, which have halted trips to Israel, as the conflict shows no signs of slowing down.

Doyinsola Oladipo, Reuters | 3 weeks ago

Royal Caribbean Removes Israel From 2024 Itineraries

Cruises

Royal Caribbean Feels ‘Optimistic’ About Demand in China

Royal Caribbean will be one of the first Western travel brands to return to China. The fact that bookings look healthy there point to strong cruise demand in the country.

Dawit Habtemariam | 1 month ago

Royal Caribbean Feels ‘Optimistic’ About Demand in China

News Blog

Palestine’s Tourism Executive Has a Message for Tourists

A Palestinian delegation was at ITB Asia tourism trade show in Singapore, despite the war and humanitarian crisis at home. “Palestine is a tourism destination and a political state with a significant historical background," said Majed Ishaq, director general of marketing for Palestinian ministry of tourism. "Come to our country through Palestinian tour operators. Spend…

Peden Doma Bhutia | 1 month ago

Tourism

U.S. Travel Caution FAQ: What the State Department Advice Means for Travelers

This worldwide caution for Americans to stay alert in tourist spots, even often safe European capitals, is quite notable.

Dawit Habtemariam | 1 month ago

U.S. Travel Caution FAQ: What the State Department Advice Means for Travelers

News Blog

U.S. State Department Cautions Americans About Travel Worldwide Amid Unrest

The U.S. Department of State issued a "worldwide caution" to all Americans traveling abroad on Thursday. It urged them to stay alert due to heightened tensions in various locations, potential terrorist attacks and violent actions against U.S. citizens. The caution is in response to the ongoing the war between Israel and Hamas. Americans traveling abroad…

Dawit Habtemariam | 1 month ago

Hotels

Hilton’s New Loyalty Plan for Small Businesses

Today's podcast examines Hilton's loyalty extension, Israel-Hamas War's impact on carriers and Saudi Arabia's latest ultra-luxury project.

Dawit Habtemariam | 1 month ago

Hilton’s New Loyalty Plan for Small Businesses

Airlines

Royal Jordanian, Wizz Air Weigh Costs of Israel-Hamas War

In addition to flight routing adjustments, Royal Jordanian is also dealing with high fuel costs, a recent capital restructuring, and delays of new Airbus due to begin arriving next year.

Edward Russell | 1 month ago

Royal Jordanian, Wizz Air Weigh Costs of Israel-Hamas War