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Saudi Arabia\u2019s Holy Cities led Ramadan\u2019s economic growth with a 162% rise in visitor spending in Makkah, per Visa\u2019s Travel Pulse Q1 2025. Religious tourism is boosting the non-oil economy, supporting Vision 2030. GCC visitors, especially from the UAE, drove increases in visitor numbers and spending. Dining, retail, and fashion were top categories, with peak activity after Iftar. Merchants are encouraged to enhance services for religious travelers and embrace digital payments.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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