The Israel Ministry of Tourism (IMOT) and Goa’s Minister for Tourism, Rohan A. Khaunte, have engaged in discussions to strengthen tourism ties, specializing in the potential institution of a direct air link between Tel Aviv and Goa. The assembly, held in Panaji, aimed to deal with the rising journey demand between the 2 areas.
The IMOT delegation, together with Galit Hoffman, Consul – Tourism Affairs for India, and Amruta Bangera, Director of Marketing, IMOT India, expressed Israel’s curiosity in enhancing accessibility by a direct flight. Khaunte acknowledged Goa’s pivotal position in India’s tourism sector and expressed help for worldwide connectivity, stating, “Goa welcomes every opportunity to strengthen its global tourism partnerships. A direct connection with Tel Aviv holds strong potential to enhance two-way travel.”
The dialogue additionally included plans for a roadshow in Goa to spotlight Israel’s tourism choices and have interaction key journey commerce companions. Hoffman remarked on the importance of Goa for Israeli travellers, noting, “Goa has long held a special place for Israeli travellers, and strengthening connectivity will only deepen this relationship.”
Goa, famend for its seashores and tradition, attracts round 50,000 Israeli guests yearly. Meanwhile, Israel, with its wealthy historical past and numerous points of interest, continues to attract Indian vacationers, with Goa rising as a key supply market. From January to November 2025, Israel recorded 1.18 million worldwide vacationer arrivals, with India as a number one supply market from Asia.
The proposed air link is anticipated to reinforce accessibility and foster additional collaboration between Goa and Israel, benefiting each areas’ tourism sectors.
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