SxiftX Showcase: Destinations

As Saudi Arabia raises its tourism targets, its DMOs must integrate a diverse travel ecosystem to deliver its ambitious vision. Establishing long-term public-private partnerships is one strategy needed to achieve these goals.

Life sciences events are more important than ever as face-to-face meetings return in force. Here’s how event planners can keep pace with rapid change in the industry, take advantage of accelerating tech innovation, and support the professionals tackling the top health challenges of the day.

With fresh leadership at the helm, luxury short-term rental company onefinestay is leveraging Accor's brand strength to solidify its market position in key destinations.

Abu Dhabi is strengthening its global tourism profile with major infrastructure leaps, including a new airport terminal set to improve connectivity and visitor experiences in line with its expansive tourism vision.

In rewriting its tourism narrative, Saudi Arabia’s shift towards broader offerings, digital integration, and infrastructure improvements signals a forward-looking approach aimed at tapping into new growth avenues within the global travel industry.

NEOM has announced a strategic partnership with hospitality group Our Habitas, introducing three flagship properties at its newly launched valley destination.

In the final Skift Travel Spotlight dispatch from World Travel Market in London, Skift speaks with Niall Gibbons, NEOM's Head of Tourism, about what’s on the horizon for travel and tourism in Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Arabia is investing billions into its tourism ecosystem. How can partners get involved? In this episode of the Skift Travel Spotlight podcast, executives from Riyadh Air and Dida Travel discuss investments in the nation’s travel infrastructure.

With U.S. business travel demand expected to finally approach pre-pandemic levels in 2024, Puerto Rico is showcasing its rich history, emerging cultural caché, and cutting-edge technological investments to attract a new generation of meeting and event planners.

What are the emerging trends and issues shaping the future of travel? We surveyed our Skift Global Forum East audience of more than 600 travel executives to determine what industry leaders think about top-of-mind subjects.