The Jerusalem Innovative Tourism Summit of 2013 (JITS) will take place on 28-29 May at the Jerusalem International Convention Center.

The tourism industry is one of the most rapidly changing industries in the Internet era. JITS 2013 will serve as a summit of innovation and showcase discussions about the latest ground breaking technologies and trends introduced by key players of the tourism world.

This year a special emphasis will be placed on Urban Tourism as well as innovative technologies in the world of tourism and travel.

Global leaders, academics and experts in the field of hospitality will conduct panels discussing a wide range of issues affecting the tourism industry and a special panel will focus on technology in tourism, including tourism-related ‘apps’.