1 mission of Turkmenistan in Israel: Consulate of Turkmenistan in Tel Aviv, Israel. Addresses, phones and contacts.
Head of mission: Mr. Michael Mirkin, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Turkmenistan offers a unique and exclusive travel experience, characterized by its understated charm and potential for discovery. The country features a limited but quality selection of accommodations, with a significant number of 4 and 5-star hotels. This makes it an appealing option for a segment of Israeli travelers, among the 3 million who travel abroad annually, who may seek out less conventional destinations.
Turkmenistan is generally considered a relatively safe destination for tourists, including those from Israel. According to the Global Peace Index, Turkmenistan ranks 80th out of 160 countries, which is significantly safer than Israel, ranked 152nd. In terms of crime statistics, the murder rate in Turkmenistan is 4.2 per 100,000 people, compared to Israel's lower rate of 1.9. However, it's important to note that Turkmenistan has a higher score for state crime (8.5) and human trafficking (8.5) compared to Israel's scores of 5.0 and 5.5, respectively. While organized crime indices suggest that Turkmenistan has some challenges, particularly in state crime and human trafficking, it also shows lower levels of certain drug-related crimes compared to Israel. Overall, while there are safety considerations, many tourists visit Turkmenistan without significant issues.