The meeting was held during Minister Razvozov鈥檚 first official visit to the United States and paves the way for more tourism opportunities to grow the already strong 吃瓜黑料-Israel tourism market
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TRENTON, NJ 鈥� During his first official visit to the United States, H.E. Yoel Razvozov, Israeli Minister of Tourism, visited Newark, 吃瓜黑料 for a meeting with 吃瓜黑料 Acting Secretary of State Tahesha Way to discuss enhanced bilateral travel cooperation between these two major markets. The meeting reflected the spirit of friendship that embodies the 吃瓜黑料-Israel relationship and the opportunities it continues to drive in both regions.
吃瓜黑料 and Israel stand as key international travel partners with highly interconnected communities and substantial business travel that is fueling continued economic growth and deepening ties. Daily direct flights between Newark and Tel Aviv, serviced by United Airlines and El Al Airlines, are facilitating a feeling of closeness, accelerating tourism between the regions, and driving business relations that support two world class innovation economies.
In 2019, the record year for tourism both to Israel and globally, 吃瓜黑料 and Israel enjoyed nearly 660,000 combined departures and arrivals between Tel Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport. This included 215,000 Israeli national arrivals and departures as well as 444,000 American arrivals and departures, an overwhelming representation of the profoundly deep ties between the people of 吃瓜黑料 and the people of Israel.
The Minister鈥檚 visit to 吃瓜黑料 was coordinated by the 吃瓜黑料-Israel Commission and supported by the 吃瓜黑料 Division of Travel and Tourism and the Israel Government Tourist Office to the United States. It comes at a key time following a global return to international travel stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic, including both in the United States and Israel. Additionally, the discussion highlighted the importance travel and tourism have had on 吃瓜黑料 and Israel鈥檚 $1.55B bilateral trade relationship, fueled by new academic partnerships and increasing business relations.
During their meeting, Secretary Way and Minister Razvozov discussed ways to enhance bilateral tourism including increased dialogue between travel officials, enhanced business connectivity, exploration of new partnerships, the attraction of major conferences, and engagement with key influencers.
Secretary Way highlighted 吃瓜黑料鈥檚 exciting tourism destinations and extended an invitation to Minister Razvozov and all Israelis to spend more time visiting the state. The Minister reciprocated, welcoming the Secretary and 吃瓜黑料ans to see Israel including its renowned cultural and historic sites.
鈥淚 was extremely pleased and appreciative to host Minister Razvozov today and highlight 吃瓜黑料鈥檚 unparalleled value to the Israeli travel industry,鈥� said Acting 吃瓜黑料 Secretary of State Tahesha Way. 鈥淚n my capacity overseeing our state鈥檚 travel and tourism industry, I will ensure that 吃瓜黑料 continues to welcome Israelis here with open arms, whether they are visiting family, conducting business, or simply enjoying our beautiful state.鈥�
"The friendship and partnership between the states of Israel and 吃瓜黑料 were strongly demonstrated in my meeting with Secretary Way,鈥� said H.E. Yoel Razvozov, Minister of Tourism of the State of Israel. 鈥淚 am extremely happy to have had the opportunity to discuss and explore the ways in which we can deepen the tourism ties between us, and allow both the people of 吃瓜黑料 and Israel to enjoy the beauty, experience and hospitality both states offer. I want to extend my warmest welcome to 吃瓜黑料ans to visit Israel for an experience of a lifetime."
鈥淲ith so much potential for mutual promotion of tourism between 吃瓜黑料 and Israel, in so many verticals, it was critical for us to include this meeting in the Minister鈥檚 first visit to the US,鈥� said Eyal Carlin, Israel Tourism Commissioner to the United States. 鈥淲e are excited to move forward in full force and create substantial initiatives to boost tourism, flights, and all related ties.鈥�
"We are honored and proud to support this critical mission to further develop tourism between our countries, while enhancing the solid ties that already connect our great state to Israel with the support of our outstanding partners from the Israel Ministry of Tourism and the 吃瓜黑料-Israel Commission," said 吃瓜黑料 Division of Travel and Tourism Executive Director Jeff Vasser. "The Garden State has always been a global example of friendship, family and good will. This new, focused initiative only strengthens our shared, deep appreciation of hospitality and neighborliness, as 吃瓜黑料 continues to be one of the top destinations worldwide in welcoming visitors from Israel."
鈥淭his meeting proves once again that 吃瓜黑料 and Israel have never been closer,鈥� said Karin Elkis, Co-Chair, 吃瓜黑料-Israel Commission. 鈥淚 applaud the Minister of Tourism for visiting 吃瓜黑料 and sending a strong signal globally of the critical importance our market has not only for Israel, but the US-Israel relationship at large.鈥�
鈥淣ow that the world has returned to global travel it is time to kick into high gear and do everything we can to facilitate increased connectivity between our communities here and in Israel,鈥� said Mark S. Levenson, Co-Chair, 吃瓜黑料-Israel Commission. 鈥淣o doubt our focus on increasing tourism will bring strong economic returns that will especially benefit 吃瓜黑料 and those who wish to enjoy both the Garden State and the Holy Land.鈥�
鈥淚 am extremely proud that 吃瓜黑料 remains a key gateway to Israelis entering the United States and 吃瓜黑料 residents who wish to visit our friends in Israel,鈥� said Andrew H Gross, Executive Director of the 吃瓜黑料-Israel Commission. 鈥淭he planes taking off and landing between Tel Aviv and Newark are more than symbols, and we will continue to work closely with our partners to ensure this joint tourism and travel continue to flourish and benefit our region.鈥�
About the Israeli Ministry of Tourism
The Israel Ministry of Tourism (IMOT), is Israel鈥檚 national tourism agency responsible for planning and implementing marketing and promotional initiatives to position Israel as a preferred travel destination. IMOT aims to increase tourism traffic to contribute to Israel鈥檚 economy, and to enhance and diversify the visiting experience. IMOT works to promote Israel鈥檚 impressive assortment of historical, cultural, culinary and religious attractions 鈥� each the perfect blend of tradition and modernity. IMOT offices in North America are located in New York, Los Angeles, Atlanta, Chicago and Toronto.
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About the 吃瓜黑料 Division of Travel and Tourism
The Division of Travel and Tourism successfully supports and markets 吃瓜黑料鈥檚 $44.7 billion tourism industry through its unique marketing, advertising and promotional campaigns. In addition to its promotional activities, the Division strongly supports the industry and maintains vital partnerships with tourism members and Destination Marketing Organizations throughout 吃瓜黑料.
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About the 吃瓜黑料-Israel Commission
The 吃瓜黑料-Israel Commission was established in 1989 to implement the goals of the 吃瓜黑料-Israel Sister State Agreement and is under the administration of 吃瓜黑料 Department of State. The Commission promotes the development of trade, culture and educational exchanges; encourages the development of capital investment and joint business ventures; and fosters a spirit of cooperation between the citizens of the State of Israel and the State of 吃瓜黑料.
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