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Venice’s Tourism Chief Eyes Higher Entry Fee on Day-Trippers

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Skift Take: Venetians may hike their new entry fee to €10 and expand how often it applies. The goal is to draw a bigger share of travelers who are respectful and want to explore Venice beyond the beaten path.

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Skift Aviation Forum Returns This November

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Skift Take: We're thrilled to announce the latest edition of Skift Aviation Forum on November 12 in Dallas, Texas, where key aeronautic stakeholders will gather to explore groundbreaking ideas, share insights, and look toward the future of this dynamic sector.

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Forecasters Cut Outlook for Hotel Demand – Even Luxury Is Slowing Down

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Skift Take: There are economic pressures and segment-specific challenges, such as growing supply in the luxury market.

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Contiki’s Gen Z Playbook for Tours: Small Groups and Fresh Destinations

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Skift Take: Contiki's CEO, Adam Armstrong, is working to boost the company's technological offerings as the company spreads further into Africa, Latin America, and Asia.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Saudi Begins Developing Towns as More Affordable Tourism Spots

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Skift Take: Yanbu is being developed as a new leisure destination, offering prices well below those expected at the giga-projects.

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Air India CEO on Impact of Bilateral Rights on Indian Carriers’ Ability to Fill Seats

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Skift Take: Air India has been upgrading its fleet and investing heavily in new planes. An increase in grants under bilateral agreements to Middle East carriers threatens Indian carriers' share in carrying passengers to long-haul destinations, leading to a lower return on investment.