Israeli tourists will be welcome in Abu Dhabi as soon as the signed agreements between Israel and the United Arab Emirates take effect – which should be a few weeks from now, Ali Al Shaiba, director general of the Tourism and Marketing Department of Abu Dhabi's Tourism Ministry says.
"Once we know about the visa process and flights, we'll be ready to welcome Israeli people to Abu Dhabi," Al Shaiba said in a video message.
Follow Israel Hayom on Facebook and Twitter
"I would say, 'Shalom,' and welcome to your second home, Abu Dhabi," Al Shaiba said.
Video: Shimon Yaish
On Monday, Abu Dhabi's national airline Etihad made its first commercial passenger flight to Israel, carrying members of a delegation of travel and tourism officials.
The Israeli delegation that took the return Etihad flight was given a warm welcome. Hosts took care to provide kosher food at every meal served to the Israelis.
Subscribe to Israel Hayom's daily newsletter and never miss our top stories!
