4 countries who want Israeli tourists, and the efforts they are ready to invest

At the same time, there were also countries that tried to attract the Israelis to reach them after all. Some even acted (and still act) to make it easier for them to reach them. We have located four countries that in the last year have increased efforts to bring tourists from Israel, among other things through senior officials, investing in targeted marketing to the Israeli tourist, streaming dedicated budgets and even official visits from senior officials.

Azerbaijan Tightened relationships and the PA

During the war, the connections between Israel and Azerbaijan tested, both in the area of ​​security industries and in the air connection. Azerbaijan Airlines National Airlines has made regular activities in Israel throughout the fighting, and was more stable than others. Today, 28 weekly flights between Israel and Baku operate.

Earlier this month, El Al announced the Code Share agreement with Azal Azal, which would allow passengers each to invite tickets to the destinations in the second management through their ordering system. For example, you can order flights to Baku through El Al and fly with Azal, and vice versa.

Jamila Talibzada, head of the Azerbaijan tourism bureau in Israel, tells Globes that there is a real intention to attract Israeli tourists. “For years, we have studied Israelis’ tourism habits. Their approach is very active, they travel frequently, at least twice a year and sometimes even more important to the family value.”

Panama “Aim to open a direct line”

Panama also increases its efforts to strengthen Israeli tourism. About two weeks ago, Salomon Shama, CEO of the Foreign Tourism Advanced Ministry. As part of the effort to position itself as a favorite destination for the tourist The Israeli. During his visit, her mother asked to emphasize Panama’s support for IDF soldiers and encourage their arrival to the state.

During his visit, which lasted several days, her mother met with Israeli tourism, Haim Katz, for a hearing on tightening tourist cooperation and expanding tourism in Panama. Panama ambassador to Israel, Ezra Cohen, noted that: “We are aiming to open a direct line between Panama and Israel as early as the coming year.” According to estimates in the industry, an Israeli airline is currently examining the possibility of operating a direct line for Panama.

Seychelles “We felt a decrease in Israelis”

Seychelles continues its efforts to attract tourists from Israel and strengthen tourist ties. Brandit Wilman, the marketing director at the Seychelles Tourism Bureau, noted that the Israeli market remains strategic importance for them. “Tourism in Basishel grew up in 2024, but we felt the decline in the number of Israeli tourists. However, the beginning of 2025 shows promising signs of recovery, with an increase in reservations and renewed interest from Israelis,” she said. She said, “Israeli tourists are known for their high purchase power and want to invest in unique experiences, which contributes significantly to Seychelles’s tourist economy.”

Against this backdrop, Spirit Productions World has signed a new agreement with Air Seychelle, ahead of the renewal of the direct flight line between Israel and Aishl. During 2024, despite the cessation of Air Seychelles to Israel for about six months, about 3,500 passengers reached a destination via Spirit – an impressive figure in the face of challenges in the aviation industry.

Another step that facilitates arrival in the tropical destination is a new collaboration with Italhad company, which declared VP of Air Seyish, Charles Johnson. From May 23, a new line connects Seishel and Abu Dhabi, with six weekly flights. Will allow Israelis to fly to Matish through intermediate stop in Abu Dhabi, incorporating flights by Itahad and Ayer Seychelle on one card.

Albania Prime Minister Expenses Support

Less than three hours away, Albania becomes a particularly accessible destination. As early as 2018, it could be flying directly with Israir, and now the airlines renew the lines this summer. On Sunday, Arkiah announced that July would operate two weekly flights to the capital of Tirana, on Mondays and Fridays. In addition, San Dor, from El Al Group, announced earlier this year about launching a new line to the destination.

Albania, a secular state with a Muslim majority, stands out in its friendly approach to Israel, thanks to the policy of Prime Minister Eddie Rama. Last September, he spent a rally in New York, wearing a hijacker as a sign of support in Israel. In addition, an official representative of Albania in Jerusalem and about a month ago has announced a plan to establish a Jewish museum in the city and Laura, which has previously since a historic Jewish district.

We examined what the starting price would be for any of the countries that operate to bring Israeli tourists during the demand periods. According to Ophir Torres, on Passover, a flight to Baku with Azerbaijan Airlines will start from $ 687, while in August and the price of the price, the price goes down to $ 364. Direct flight to Tirana in Passover with Sun Dor will start from $ 700, while on August and Tishrei holidays you can fly from $ 584 with Israir.

Panama has no direct flights yet. On Passover, the price will begin from $ 1,900 on flights that incorporate Air France and Air Europe, with intermediate stops in Paris and Madrid. In August, the price drops to $ 1,200 with interim stop in Madrid (Air Europe) and in Tishrei holidays you can find flights from $ 800 with Air Europe. For passengers to Sishl, the starting price for Air Sallel’s direct flights on Passover is $ 1,360, in August starting at $ 1,340, while on Tishrei holidays, flights can be found from $ 1,134.