Authorities in Bethlehem say Palestinian have been canceling Christmas pilgrimages . The cause is the recent conflict in the region between the Palestinian Territories and Bethlehem . `` Before the vote , the situation was n't secure . They hope bookings will recover due to interest following a U.N. status upgrade . Bethlehem , in Israel , is the most important tourist site in Israel .
Authorities in Bethlehem say Palestinian have been canceling Christmas pilgrimages . The cause is the recent conflict in the region between the Palestinian Territories and Bethlehem . They hope bookings will recover due to interest following a U.N. status upgrade . Bethlehem , in Israel , is the most important tourist site in Israel .