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Tourism SIFT 2026 dates moved to 8–9 December in Sochi The Ninth International Tourism Forum (SIFT 2026) has been rescheduled from 17–18 November to 8–9 December 2026. The change takes effect for the two‑day event in Sochi and applies to all participants, exhibitors and visitors planning to attend the forum. · 3 min read · Travel And Tour World

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Hermes automation cuts travel contract loading from hours to minutes

Hermes, an AI‑driven automation tool from 24/7 Travel Partner Desk, now processes travel contract loading in minutes instead of the traditional four‑hour manual effort. The change was announced at the Tourism Innovation Summit 2026 and targets tour operators, travel agencies and other tourism intermediaries that handle large volumes of supplier agreements.

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