Jerusalem’s Inbal Hotel Welcomes The World As AMIT’s Thanksgiving Event Sets A New Tourism Trend

Published on December 1, 2025

The five-star plus Inbal Hotel Jerusalem, a luxury accommodation, welcomed on 27 November the Thanksgiving celebration which AMIT Educational Network (AMIT) was the first-ever organizer of, thus, an international and local mixed audience was drawn. The combination of hospitality and philanthropy was the perfect example of how the travel, comfort and charitable spirit could be made to intersect in the Inbal’s advanced atmosphere. As the hotel describes itself, Inbal is in the center of Jerusalem with sophisticated elegance with warmth, charm and comfort, thus, giving the travelers peace of mind at their base while they explore the culture and history of the city.

Thanksgiving With a Purpose: Supporting Education on the Periphery

The Thanksgiving event was not a simple dinner, it was an opportunity to thank supporters of AMIT’s mission to deliver quality education to children in Israel’s social and geographic periphery. Attendees included many Anglophone residents and visiting travellers who are keen to support initiatives that bridge educational and social gaps. According to event organisers, the evening highlighted AMIT’s model, which combines personalised learning, STEM education, arts, leadership and values-based programmes to empower students in underserved communities.

Guests learned about AMIT’s nationwide reach, the network runs 91 schools across Israel, and heard inspirational stories of alumni who have gone on to transform their hometowns. In that sense, the event became more than a fundraiser: it served as a live showcase of how education can shape futures, and how support from donors and international visitors can make a tangible difference.

A Travel-Friendly Draw: How Inbal’s Facilities Complemented the Occasion

What made Inbal especially fitting for this event is its established reputation among global travellers. The hotel provides 330+ elegant rooms, from standard and premium rooms to deluxe suites, many offering views of the Old City or Liberty Bell Park.

For guests arriving from abroad, whether for pilgrimage, tourism, or to attend the Thanksgiving event, Inbal offered a full suite of amenities: world-class restaurants, gourmet breakfasts, a spa with therapies enriched by natural products from AHAVA, a semi-Olympic heated pool (with a toddler pool and sundeck), a fully equipped gym and a Premium Lounge on the ninth floor with panoramic views of Jerusalem.

Moreover, Inbal is ideally located within walking distance from the historic Old City and major cultural sites, making it an attractive base for travellers combining tourism with philanthropy.

Tourism Meets Philanthropy: A Unique Blend for Guests

Because many AMIT donors and supporters live abroad or travel through Jerusalem, hosting the event at Inbal turned Thanksgiving into a unique travel experience. Guests could enjoy the comforts of a luxury hotel while contributing to a cause that extends beyond their stay. In effect, the evening enhanced Jerusalem’s appeal not only as a destination of history and spirituality but also as a hub for socially conscious tourism.

Observers noted that such events, blending travel, high-end accommodation and philanthropy, may signal a new trend for Jerusalem’s hospitality sector: a move toward purpose-driven stays where visitors become part of social causes, rather than mere sightseeing.

Human Touch: From Donors’ Support to Aspirational Stories

For many in attendance, the evening was deeply personal. Some donors were moved by the stories of students from peripheral towns, children whose lives had been transformed by access to quality education and whose future prospects have broadened thanks to programmes by AMIT. The atmosphere reportedly combined warmth, gratitude and hope: a reminder that travel and hospitality can be more than indulgence, they can be platforms for change.

By the end of the night, as guests relaxed in Inbal’s lounge spaces or took in the view of Jerusalem’s old city lights, the message was clear: holidays and philanthropy need not be separate. This inaugural Thanksgiving event at Inbal has shown how a luxury stay, charitable purpose, and cultural immersion can come together, offering a truly unique, exclusive, and meaningful experience in Jerusalem.

Image Credit: Inbal Hotel