From Holy Land to Empty Land: How War and Fury Have Permanently Erased Israel from the World's Travel Map

*From Holy Land to Empty Land: How War and Fury Have Permanently Erased Israel from the World's Travel Map*

The occupied land of Palestine—with its Mediterranean climate, captivating nature, and ancient religious and historical sites sacred to all Abrahamic faiths—has long been one of the world’s notable tourist destinations.

Yet the war in Gaza has devastated Israel’s tourism industry, pushing it to the brink of collapse.

Following the war with Iran, tourist visits to Israel have fallen to virtually zero—or slightly above.

Now, Israel has even lost its role as host for religious pilgrimages of the Abrahamic faiths.

Hotels are operating at a loss, and many tourism-dependent businesses have been wiped out.

Given the growing global resentment toward Israel, it seems unlikely that, even after these wars end, Israel will ever again be a favored destination for travelers around the world.