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Cities from around the world demonstrate their commitment to social and environmental change as they compete against each other to top this coveted destination sustainability ranking.

Macau's first six days of Golden Week have resulted in visitation of 769,000 people, or 128,167 per day. That is well above the upwardly revised 100,000 a day projection from the Macao Government Tourism Office.

Today's edition of Skift's daily podcast examines Saudi Arabia’s World Cup hopes, Hilton’s travel trends, and China’s airlines boost.

AI-powered event technology is here to stay, but planners must embrace it to leverage all its inclusivity and productivity-boosting potential.

In this Skift Middle East Report, we also look at the changing face of Saudia Arabia, looking to become a leader in sustainability, culture and yacht parties.

Hilton has released a "trends report" aimed at consumer news sites. These three points are noteworthy for industry insiders.

The Oxford Economics findings underscore the resilience of India's tourism sector, largely buoyed by the enthusiasm of domestic travelers. Indian travelers have adapted ingeniously to post-pandemic shifts, leading to a more widespread distribution of tourism expenditure beyond the traditional hotspots.

A challenge for niche adventure companies is to navigate growth while maintaining the experience's appeal in the first place.

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts is actively expanding its branded residence offerings, with over half of its existing portfolio and development projects including branded residences, encompassing 14 open residences, 11 in development, and a focus on both standalone and hotel-adjacent properties in various global markets, including Europe's emerging urban centers, albeit with challenges in dealing with older buildings and zoning hurdles.

Heathrow has announced that it is trialing an initiative that allows passengers travelling through the airport to pre-book their security slots ahead of their journeys.

In this video from Skift Global Forum 2023, we hear from Jeff Miller, president and CEO, Travel Portland and Curtis Robinhold, executive director, Port of Portland, about driving the $2 billion renovation of Portland International Airport with the principles of local sourcing and sustainability.

In this video from Skift Global Forum 2023, we hear from Audrey Hendley, president, American Express Travel, about connecting with Gen Z and millennial travelers by developing a deep understanding of their experience-driven behaviors and expectations.