ISRAEL SET TO HOST TAFI CONVENTION NEXT MONTH
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The forthcoming annual convention of the Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI) has been scheduled from 22 to 25 February, 2015 and the host country this year will be Israel. TAFI, along with the Israel Ministry of Tourism, has invited 600 delegates from travel trade and media to register for the convention. The convention will also consist of pre/post FAM tours of Israel.
Talking about hosting Indian travel trade in Israel, Hassan Madah, Director - India, Israel Ministry of Tourism said, “India is an important market for us and we found the TAFI convention a great platform to showcase Israel to the Indian travel agents and are keen to welcome the esteemed delegates to the country. There are several misconceptions and perceptions that people have about Israel and through the convention we hope all the myths regarding the destination will be cleared. When the travel trade and media visits and explores the country they will understand that Israel is more than a pilgrimage destination. It has a lot to offer to the leisure, honeymoon and MICE traveller as well.”
Zakkir Ahmed, President, TAFI added, “TAFI has always believed in being a path breaker and under this guiding principle this year we have chosen Jerusalem as the venue for the annual convention. We felt Israel is a destination that should be explored by Indians because it has diverse attractions and charm. We have received letters of endorsement and support from the Israel Ministry of Tourism, the mayor of Jerusalem and the Indian ambassador to Israel assuring us and promising a heartfelt welcome.”