Goa and Israel discuss direct air link

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 hyperlink between Tel Aviv and Goa. The assembly, held in Panaji, aimed to handle 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 Advertising, 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 assist for worldwide connectivity, stating, “Goa welcomes each alternative to strengthen its international tourism partnerships. A direct reference to Tel Aviv holds robust potential to boost two-way journey.”

The dialogue additionally included plans for a roadshow in Goa to focus on Israel’s tourism choices and interact key journey commerce companions. Hoffman remarked on the importance of Goa for Israeli travellers, noting, “Goa has lengthy held a particular place for Israeli travellers, and strengthening connectivity will solely deepen this relationship.”

Goa, famend for its seashores and tradition, attracts round 50,000 Israeli guests yearly. In the meantime, 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 hyperlink is anticipated to boost accessibility and foster additional collaboration between Goa and Israel, benefiting each areas’ tourism sectors.
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