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Skift Power Rankings: Ahmed Al Khateeb

Saudi Arabia has only been courting international visitors for a few years, but under Al Khateeb, it’s become one of the world’s fastest-growing tourism sectors.

Skift Power Rankings: Ahmed Al Khateeb

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Skift Power Rankings: Manfredi Lefebvre d’Ovidio

With 40 years of experience across travel, Lefebvre is now planning another growth phase. This one has lots of Crystal in it.

Skift Power Rankings: Manfredi Lefebvre d’Ovidio

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Skift Power Rankings: Fred Dixon

Dixon has proven he’s willing to fight for the travel industry. Now he’s got a much bigger budget.

Skift Power Rankings: Fred Dixon

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How Young India is Traveling – India Report

More than 65% of Indian population is aged below 35. With increasing spending power, these young travelers make for a large potential traveler base.

How Young India is Traveling – India Report

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New Zealand to Triple Entry Fees

New Zealand's government doesn't think the increased entry fee will put off travelers, but it just made the country's ongoing efforts to to make a full recovery from the pandemic a bit more difficult.

New Zealand to Triple Entry Fees

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Thailand Edges Closer to 2019 Tourism Peak

Thailand’s tourism recovery though impressive is also fragile. Competition from neighboring countries and global conflicts could disrupt growth.

Thailand Edges Closer to 2019 Tourism Peak

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Visa Enters Partnership to Skill India’s Tourism Workforce Amid Shortage — India Report

Skilling programs are necessary. However, training them to take up jobs in tourism cannot be the only focus: the industry also needs to figure out how to retain the talent.

Visa Enters Partnership to Skill India’s Tourism Workforce Amid Shortage — India Report

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Visa’s Digital Payments Data Reveals Asian Travel Trends 

Grasping the shift to digital payments in Asia would be a game-changer for the travel industry. Cashless is the future — think convenience and cool perks!

Visa’s Digital Payments Data Reveals Asian Travel Trends 

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Athens City Official: ‘Rapid Growth Has Left the City Exposed to Climate Change’

Athens has had infrastructure shortcomings for quite some time. Climate change and a tourism boom magnified the problems. The city's infrastructure chief hopes greener upgrades can be a solution.

Athens City Official: ‘Rapid Growth Has Left the City Exposed to Climate Change’

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China’s Airlines Expand International Reach: New Skift Travel Health Index

While Chinese airlines are making significant strides in expanding their international operations, the recovery of outbound travel demand remains key for their long-term success.

China’s Airlines Expand International Reach: New Skift Travel Health Index