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Hong Kong’s largest design festival – deTour 2023; When “Craft”, “Design” and “Tech” meet for “New Know…

Kanchan Nath Nov 29, 2023

Held from 24 November to 3 December 2023 at PMQ, deTour, the most anticipated design festival in town is back. deTour 2023 is presented by PMQ and sponsored by Create Hong Kong of the…

Airlines and Aviation

AirAsia adds over 5 million seats for flights between China, India and Malaysia in 2024

Kanchan Nath Nov 28, 2023

AirAsia announced a significant increase in services between China-Malaysia and India-Malaysia, totalling an impressive 230 weekly flights starting in the first quarter of 2024, with up to…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Trip.com Group forms partnership with China International Culture Association

Kanchan Nath Nov 28, 2023

Trip.com Group has signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding with the China International Culture Association to promote inbound tourism.

OTAs & Tour Operators

Trip.com Group forms partnership with China International Culture Association

Kristin Mariano Nov 27, 2023

Trip.com Group has signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding with the China International Culture Association to promote inbound tourism. Mr James Liang, Co-founder and Chairman of…

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

The 8th Maritime Silk Road (Fuzhou) International Tourism Festival launch ceremony held

Kanchan Nath Nov 22, 2023

The launch ceremony of the 8th Maritime Silk Road (Fuzhou) International Tourism Festival was held at Fuzhou Strait International Conference and Exhibition Center on November 17.

Tourism Boards

VisitBritain gearing up to host its first trade mission to China since 2019, led by Chairman Nick de Bois CBE

Kristin Mariano Nov 16, 2023

The best of destination Britain will be on show in China as VisitBritain Chairman Nick de Bois CBE leads the agency’s first trade mission to the country since 2019.  Destination…

Tourism

Saudi welcomes first group of Chinese tourists from Jin Jiang International with the launch of Radisson Hotel Group’s Welcome China Program in the…

Chris Head Nov 15, 2023

Newly signed Approved Destination Status (ADS) agreement between Saudi and China opens new opportunities for bilateral tourism cooperation

Tourism

Why the vibrant city of Macau is trending

Kristin Mariano Nov 9, 2023

Located on China’s southern coast, Macau is a bustling, thriving city that is often compared to Hong Kong. This former Portuguese colony presents a vibrant mix of cultures, a…

Air

Gulf Air Will Launch Flights to China in 2024

Joe Cusmano Nov 8, 2023

Gulf Air, the national carrier of Bahrain, officially announced its intention to commence flights to China in January 2024. Two Chinese cities, Guangzhou and Shanghai, will be…

Airlines and Aviation

Greater Bay Airlines launches Double 11 Promotion 

Kanchan Nath Nov 8, 2023

Starting today until  30 November 2023, customers can purchase roundtrip tickets of the same destination  for two or more passengers for only HK$490 (approx. USD 62.68)up each. 

Air

Embraer Hosts the 2023 China Regional Aviation Forum

Kanchan Nath Nov 6, 2023

As China’s civil aviation market continues to grow, fueled by rising domestic demand, the first post-pandemic Embraer China Regional Aviation Forum is returning.

Air

Chinese Airlines Are Now All Flying Back To Sydney

Joe Cusmano Nov 6, 2023

Sydney has welcomed back all eight Chinese airlines that were operating before COVID-19. In November, there will be 86% as many seats available from Sydney airport to mainland China…

Hospitality

Langham Hospitality Group inks agreement for The Langham, Foshan

Kristin Mariano Nov 2, 2023

Langham Hospitality Group (LHG) has signed a management agreement with Parkland Group for The Langham, Foshan, a brand-new hotel to be based in China’s Greater Bay Area. Part of the One…

Appointment announcement

Fusion appoints three new GMs

Kristin Mariano Oct 31, 2023

Renowned as a trailblazer in the field of wellness-inspired resorts with its “all-spa inclusive” vacationing concept, Fusion Hotel Group announced the appointment of three new general…

Hospitality

Some of the most exciting 2024 openings in Asia Pacific

Kristin Mariano Oct 24, 2023

Looking ahead to 2024, we have rounded up Marriott Bonvoy’s most hotly anticipated hotel openings across the Asia Pacific. From a ground-breaking resort spanning across Flores Island,…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Trip.com Group, Tourism Authority of Thailand sign partnership

Kristin Mariano Oct 21, 2023

Trip.com Group and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) to cooperate on bolstering tourism in Thailand. This collaboration aims to promote…

Hospitality

The first ME by Melia Hotel in Asia to open in Guangzhou in 2027

Kristin Mariano Oct 19, 2023

Meliá Hotels International, the largest hotel group in Spain and a global leader in the hospitality industry, signed an agreement with Guangzhou Aocheng Investment Company Ltd for the…

Airlines and Aviation

TransNusa becomes second Indonesian Airline to offer Jakarta – Guangzhou Route

Kanchan Nath Oct 17, 2023

Indonesian airline, PT TransNusa Aviation Mandiri (TransNusa), the new player with new rules, announced that it would become the second airline in the country to introduce commercial flights…

Airlines and Aviation

Greater Bay Airlines adds Manila as the seventh destination in November 2023 

Kanchan Nath Oct 16, 2023

Greater Bay Airlines (GBA) announced the launch of  scheduled service to Manila, the capital city of the Philippines, starting 8 November 2023, making it a total of seven destinations in the…

Hotels

Wyndham introduces First Wyndham and TRYP Hotels in China-Taiwan

Kanchan Nath Oct 10, 2023

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts announced the opening of  TRYP by Wyndham New Taipei Linkou and Wyndham Sun Moon Lake in partnership with Qingyu  Property Co. Ltd and Lijing Enterprise Co. Ltd,…

Global

Average spending via Alipay by outbound Chinese travellers during Golden Week surpasses 2019 level

Kanchan Nath Oct 9, 2023

Shopping continues to be one of the most beloved activities among Chinese tourists when they travel abroad.

Global

Failure to reactivate Chinese sales & marketing channels could cost western hotels market share – DidaTravel

Kristin Mariano Oct 9, 2023

DidaTravel has warned that Western hotels have missed a great window of opportunity for capturing the attention of international outbound Chinese tourists by not actively promoting their…

Tourism

Thailand implements visa-free travel for Chinese Visitors

Kristin Mariano Oct 4, 2023

DidaTravel has revealed remarkable hotel sales growth following Thailand’s recent announcement of the visa exemption scheme for Chinese travellers.  The Thai government's decision to…

Hotels

Dusit Thani Mogan Mountain, Huzhou, debuts in China

Kanchan Nath Oct 2, 2023

Dusit International represented in China by Dusit Fudu Hotels and Resorts, has continued its expansion in China with the opening of the highly anticipated Dusit Thani Mogan Mountain, Huzhou…

Associations

WTTC’s Hotel Sustainability Basics takes off in China with hotel giant Jin Jiang

Kanchan Nath Sep 27, 2023

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is pleased to announce Jin Jiang, a prominent player in the global hospitality industry, has joined WTTC’s Hotel Sustainability Basics…

Airlines and Aviation

China Eastern Announces The Resumption Of Service To Brisbane

Joe Cusmano Sep 25, 2023

China Eastern Airlines has announced that from 31 October, it will once again operate nonstop flights between Shanghai and Brisbane. China’s second-largest airline will start with…

Finance

Ant Group Introduces 10 Asian e-wallets to Chinese Mainland

Kanchan Nath Sep 23, 2023

Ant Group officially welcomes seven new leading e-wallets and payment apps from Asia to the “Alipay+-in-China” Program (A+China Program).

Airlines and Aviation

Greater Bay Airlines launches “2 For One” offer 

Kanchan Nath Sep 21, 2023

Greater Bay Airlines (GBA) has launched the “2 For One” offer  for planning a fall/winter trip with your travel companion for the price of only one!

Global

ITB China 2023 boasts over 17,000 Business Engagements

Kanchan Nath Sep 18, 2023

The fourth ITB China marked its grand live- return, concluding its 2023 edition with impressive achievements in business meetings and Chinese and international dialogues.

Hospitality

Langham Hospitality Group opens Cordis, Xuzhou in China

Kristin Mariano Sep 18, 2023

Langham Hospitality Group officially opened Cordis, Xuzhou, on August 31, 2023, marking their first collaboration with China Merchants Shekou Industrial Zone Holdings. Located in the…

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

Travel trade reconnects at ITB China 2023 from 12-14 Sept at  Shanghai

Kanchan Nath Sep 14, 2023

After a three-year break, ITB China has returned with a bang from 12-14 September 2023 at the Shanghai World Expo and Convention Center, where the global travel industry eagerly anticipates…

Hotels

Wharf Hotels announces new lifestyle brand ‘Maqo’

Kanchan Nath Sep 14, 2023

Hong Kong headquartered Wharf Hotels, a hospitality group with hotel operations spanning Mainland China, Hong Kong and the Philippines, today announced the launch of Maqo

Attractions & Tours

New Ocean Adventure-Themed Vquarium to debut at Hong Kong’s Iconic 11 SKIES in 2025

Kanchan Nath Sep 14, 2023

Falcon’s Beyond and K11 Group plan to launch new entertainment franchises and attractions across China. 

Hospitality

Opening Of W Macau – Studio City

Kristin Mariano Sep 14, 2023

W Hotels has announced the highly anticipated opening of W Macau – Studio City, marking the debut of the iconic W Hotels brand in Macau, a spirited city of culture, cuisine and…

Air

China Southern Gives Up The A380

Joe Cusmano Sep 13, 2023

About 12 years after receiving its first superjumbo aircraft, China Southern has decommissioned its last A380. The airline’s peak saw them using their five A380s on domestic and…

Hospitality

Adults-only Riu Palace Macao reopens after full renovation

Kristin Mariano Sep 13, 2023

RIU Hotels reopens Riu Palace Macao. After several months of work, the hotel chain is unveiling this elegant 24-hour All-Inclusive Adults-Only hotel after a full renovation. The hotel,…

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

ITB China 2023 kicks off today, reuniting China’s tourism market with the global world of travel

Kanchan Nath Sep 12, 2023

The stage is set for ITB China to be once again an exceptional gathering of global industry leaders, top travel destinations and industry expertise.

Global

DidaTravel outperforms Chinese hotel market recovery

Kristin Mariano Sep 12, 2023

DidaTravel has outperformed the wider Chinese outbound recovery, with a remarkable +40% growth in hotel sales, year-to-date Vs. pre-pandemic, 2019 sales (+292% growth comparing the same…

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways launches codeshare with Xiamen Airlines

Kanchan Nath Sep 11, 2023

Qatar Airways is pleased to announce a new codeshare partnership with Xiamen Airlines, the first Chinese airline to operate passenger nonstop flights from Mainland China to Qatar. Qatar…

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

ITB China Conference to bring together the travel industry from 12-14 Sept in Shanghai, China

Kanchan Nath Sep 11, 2023

ITB China Conference 2023 serves as a framework for a free exchange of ideas and synchronization with the latest trends.

Hotels

Mondrian Hong Kong, to open in Greater China in Q4 2023

Kanchan Nath Sep 11, 2023

Leading Hong Kong’s renaissance, Mondrian Hong Kong is poised to redefine hospitality in the region with a singular blend of design, art, performance and imagination.

OTAs & Tour Operators

FCM Travel expands presence in China’s Greater Bay Area 

Kanchan Nath Sep 6, 2023

FCM Travel, one of the world’s largest travel management companies, has expanded its footprints into China’s Greater Bay Area (GBA) with a new office and has doubled the size of its team to…

Features

Club Med welcomes travellers back to China with five stunning resorts

Kristin Mariano Aug 31, 2023

Club Med welcomes international travellers back to its five premium resorts in China: Club Med Beidahu, Club Med Changbaishan, Club Med Guilin, Club Med Lijiang and Club Med Yabuli. From…

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

Maldives to become the official island travel partner of ITB China 2023

Kanchan Nath Aug 30, 2023

The dedicated Maldives stand will serve as the centerpiece of the island republic’s extended presence at ITB China 2023.

Hospitality

Club Med welcomes travellers back to China with five stunning resorts

Kanchan Nath Aug 30, 2023

Club Med welcomes international travellers back to its five premium resorts in China: Club Med Beidahu, Club Med Changbaishan, Club Med Guilin, Club Med Lijiang and Club Med Yabuli.

Finance

International card networks partner with Alipay for Asian Games

Kristin Mariano Aug 28, 2023

International card networks, including Visa, Mastercard, JCB, Discover®️ Global Network, are launching a major campaign with Alipay, the leading digital payment and lifestyle…

Features

Visiting the small village of Anji Yucun in Zhejiang Province, China

Kanchan Nath Aug 23, 2023

Anji Yucun belongs to Huzhou City, Zhejiang Province, which is named after Yuling, located in the remaining vein of Tianmu Mountain with an area of 4.86 square kilometers.

Appointment announcement

Langham Hospitality Group appoints Senior Vice President of Operations, China

Kristin Mariano Aug 9, 2023

Langham Hospitality Group has strategically appointed Lo Young to the role of Senior Vice President of Operations, China, based in the Shanghai Corporate Office for mainland China,…

Recruitment

Greater Bay Airlines offers 100 aviation-related jobs at Hong Kong International Airport Career Expo 2023  

Kanchan Nath Aug 8, 2023

Greater Bay Airlines (GBA) participated in the Hong Kong International  Airport Career Expo 2023 co-organised by the Hong Kong International Airport and  Labour Department.

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

ITB China 2023 partners with Trip.com Group as official travel service partner

Kanchan Nath Aug 2, 2023

ITB China, the marketplace for China's travel industry, is thrilled to announce its collaboration with Trip.com Group, the leading global travel service provider for this year's highly…

Tourism

DOT Chief welcomes e-Visa system for Chinese tourists

Kristin Mariano Aug 2, 2023

The Department of Tourism (DOT) welcomes the forthcoming implementation of the electronic visa (e-visa) system for temporary visitors with its pilot implementation among Chinese nationals,…

Airlines and Aviation

AirAsia ramps up flights to China amid surge in travel demand

Kanchan Nath Aug 1, 2023

Following a significant rebound in demand for travel between Malaysia and China, AirAsia is set to boost flights between the two countries as the airline expects forward sales  to continue…

Travel Tech

TripGenie: The AI Travel Assistant by Trip.com

Kristin Mariano Jul 27, 2023

Trip.com has launched an enhanced version of its AI travel assistant, previously known as TripGenie. The newly released TripGenie excels at deciphering complex user requests, leading…

Hospitality

Sands China announces three exhibitions for Art Macao 2023

Kristin Mariano Jul 26, 2023

In support of the upcoming Art Macao: Macao International Art Biennale 2023, Sands China Ltd. is presenting an impressive array of exhibitions and artworks from August to October, aimed at…

Hospitality

Swiss-Belhotel International and CTG Hotel, China’s largest tourism enterprise sign an alliance

Kristin Mariano Jul 25, 2023

Swiss-Belhotel International, the rapidly expanding global hotel management group, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with CTG Hotel, part of the largest tourism enterprise…

Airlines and Aviation

China Airlines to operate direct flights from Taipei, Taiwan to Prague twice weekly  

Kanchan Nath Jul 21, 2023

Prague is the sixth European city to which China Airlines operates direct flights from Taipei. With a direct connection to the Taiwanese capital, Taipei, Prague now stands alongside…

Cruise

First Chinese-Built Large Cruise Ship Starts Sea Trials

Joe Cusmano Jul 21, 2023

The first of two sea trials for China’s first newly-built, big cruise ship has begun, marking a significant milestone on the path to the ship’s completion and eventual debut. The…

Hospitality

Fusion Hotel Group launches new business hotel brand

Kristin Mariano Jul 21, 2023

Fusion Hotel Group, Vietnam’s fully integrated hospitality and management company, announces the launch of HIIVE Hotels. Created for business travelers around industrial and logistic hubs,…

Hospitality

Conrad Hotels & Resorts expands its presence in APAC with new luxury hotel in Shenzhen, China

Kristin Mariano Jul 18, 2023

Hilton has announced the opening of Conrad Shenzhen in the city’s Qianhai business district,  expanding the brand’s global portfolio of elevated luxury offerings. Artfully imagined by…

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

ITB China 2023 all set for a live return from 12 – 14 September 2023

Kanchan Nath Jul 17, 2023

ITB China, the highly anticipated marketplace for China's travel industry, is gearing up for its grand live event from 12 - 14 September 2023.

Hotels

Conrad Shenzhen opens with 300 keys in Shenzhen, China 

Kanchan Nath Jul 17, 2023

Hilton announced the opening of Conrad Shenzhen in the city’s Qianhai business district, expanding the brand’s global portfolio of elevated luxury offerings.

Tourism

Alipay and SEA countries broaden payment and marketing partnership

Kristin Mariano Jul 12, 2023

Chinese travellers on average spent 24% more on Alipay when being abroad during the first half of 2023 compared with H1 2019, which signals new growth trends in China's outbound tourism,…

Reports

100 million Chinese own 93% of all the wealth in China

Kanchan Nath Jul 11, 2023

For tourism service providers and luxury brands companies the new figures are a confirmation that only about 7% of the Chinese population are potential customers. In absolute numbers this is…

Hotels

Dusit International held two-city ‘China Roadshow’ in Beijing and Shanghai

Kanchan Nath Jul 5, 2023

Dusit International presented its expanding portfolio of Dusit Hotels and Resorts in China and beyond as part of a two-city ‘China Roadshow’ for leading trade and media partners, which took…

Cruise

Royal Caribbean opens 2024-25 vacations from Shanghai, marking return to China

Kanchan Nath Jul 3, 2023

The cruise line’s highlight anticipated return to China is set for April 2024, when Spectrum sails from Shanghai to popular getaway destinations like Fukuoka, Okinawa, Nagasaki and Osaka, …

Reports

SiteMinder, Meituan, Tourism Authority of Thailand report 1-in-10 travellers to Thailand now from China

Kanchan Nath Jul 3, 2023

New figures from SiteMinder, Meituan and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) reveal that over 1.3 million of the 11 million-plus international travellers to Thailand have this year…

Airlines and Aviation

Vietjet to fly from Ho Chi Minh City to Brisbane

Kanchan Nath Jun 26, 2023

Vietnam’s leading new-age carrier, VietJet has announced direct flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Brisbane, making it the first-ever carrier to fly directly between Vietnam and…

Finance

Alipay and Mastercard offer international travellers ways to make cashless payments in China

Kanchan Nath Jun 23, 2023

Mastercard and Alipay, China’s digital open platform under Ant Group,  announced the launch of a new payments option that provides international arrivals to China with another simple and…

Airlines and Aviation

Greater Bay Airlines to connect to Ho Chi Minh City in July 2023 

Kanchan Nath Jun 23, 2023

Greater Bay Airlines (GBA) announced the addition of Ho Chi  Minh City as the sixth destination to its expanding network starting 18 July 2023.

Travel Tech

Shiji pioneers new hotel payment solutions with “Shiji Digital Payby”

Kristin Mariano Jun 23, 2023

Shiji, the global hospitality innovator, announced the launch of Shiji Digital PayBy. A transformative integrated payment solution, uniquely tailored for hotel operators and managers,…

Hospitality

Marriott International celebrates its 500th hotel in Greater China

Kristin Mariano Jun 21, 2023

Marriott International has announced the highly anticipated opening of its 500th hotel in Greater China – Rissai Valley, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve. The milestone marks Marriott’s…

Hotels

Ritz-Carlton Reserve debuts in Jiuzhaigou, China with 87 villas

Kanchan Nath Jun 20, 2023

Rissai Valley, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, the latest resort in the prestigious Ritz-Carlton Reserve portfolio, was unveiled in Jiuzhaigou, a valley on the edges of the Qinghai-Tibet plateau in…

Hospitality

Ritz-Carlton Reserve debuts in China

Kristin Mariano Jun 20, 2023

Rissai Valley, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, the latest resort in the prestigious Ritz-Carlton Reserve portfolio, was unveiled today in Jiuzhaigou, a valley on the edges of the Qinghai-Tibet…

Tourism

El Niño is back: 10 tourist destinations most likely to be hit hard

Kristin Mariano Jun 19, 2023

At MoneyTransfers.com, we've revealed 10 of the most popular tourist destinations around the world most likely to be impacted by El Niño and heightened climate uncertainty. Top 10…

Hotels

The Lux Collective and Lijiang Yulong Tourism Ltd celebrate  a 10-year partnership in Yunnan, China 

Kanchan Nath Jun 14, 2023

This year marks a decade-long partnership between Lijiang Yulong Tourism Ltd and global hospitality group The Lux Collective, which first began in 2013.

Hospitality

Sands China updates ‘The Macao Showcase’ attendees on MICE & Luxury Forum

Kristin Mariano Jun 12, 2023

Sands China Ltd. hosted the MICE & Luxury Forum on June 8 as part of The Macao Showcase’, a three-day event aimed at bringing the best of Macao to Singapore. The forum took place…

Hospitality

The Macao Showcase: Sands China brings Macao to Singapore

Kristin Mariano Jun 8, 2023

Sands China Ltd., the largest operator of integrated resorts in Macao, commenced its ‘The Macao Showcase’ at its sister property, Marina Bay Sands, in Singapore yesterday. Running for…

Airlines and Aviation

British Airways restarts flights to Beijing, China, debuting its new ‘club suite’

Kanchan Nath Jun 6, 2023

British Airways’ first flight from London to Beijing in more than three years touched down at Beijing Daxing Airport.

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

Riyadh prepares to host the 10th Edition of Arab-China Business Conference

Kanchan Nath May 31, 2023

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Investment and Ministry of Foreign Affairs are preparing to host the 10th Arab-China Business Conference and the 8th Investment Symposium from June 11-12 in…

Cruise

Royal Caribbean sets course for new 2024 adventures in China

Kristin Mariano May 24, 2023

Royal Caribbean International has set the date for its return to China in April 2024, with Asia’s largest and most innovative ship, Spectrum of the Seas, sailing from Shanghai. …

Hospitality

Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai invites everyone to discover stunning art

Kristin Mariano May 10, 2023

 Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai invites travellers from around the world to “Evergreen Spirit”, an art exhibition by contemporary Chinese artist Sean Wu. Celebrating the hotel’s 10th…

Air

China Southern Boosts Flights To Australia

Joe Cusmano May 9, 2023

China Southern Airlines is planning to expand its operations to Australia further. The airline’s flights between Guangzhou and Sydney will begin operating twice daily starting early…

OTAs & Tour Operators

International and domestic travel bookings skyrocket for Chinese May Holiday

Kristin Mariano May 9, 2023

Leading travel service provider Trip.com Group reveals its Chinese mainland May Day travel trends, with strong domestic and international booking growth.  Chinese outbound travellers were…

Airlines and Aviation

China capacity ramping up as daily Shanghai flights resume

Kanchan Nath May 4, 2023

The bustling cities of China are getting a whole lot closer to New Zealand as capacity between the countries expands this week. On 2 May, Air New Zealand’s alliance partner Air China touched…

Travel Tech

The big buyers are back! Total Alipay transaction made by Chinese tourists in Singapore almost doubled in Q1

Kristin Mariano May 4, 2023

Alipay, the leading digital platform for payment and other digital services, today reported that the total transaction value made by Chinese tourists in Singapore via its app has almost…

Airlines and Aviation

China capacity ramping up as daily Shanghai flights resume

Kristin Mariano May 3, 2023

The bustling cities of China are getting a whole lot closer to New Zealand as capacity between the countries expands this week. On 2 May, Air New Zealand’s alliance partner Air China will…

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

Galaxy Macau holds Macau’s very first large-scale paper sculpture exhibition

Kanchan Nath May 2, 2023

Galaxy Macau joins hands with celebrated Chinese paper sculptor Wen Qiuwen to present Macau's very first large-scale paper sculpture exhibition—a captivating experience for locals and…

Features

11th Dunhuang – Silk Road Int’l Tourism Festival unveiled in NW China

Kanchan Nath May 2, 2023

A tourism festival featuring cooperation between countries along the Silk Road was unveiled on  in Zhangye City, northwest China's Gansu Province.

Tourism

Yuantouzhu, a must-visit in east China’s Wuxi

Kanchan Nath May 2, 2023

Boasting breathtaking natural scenery in all seasons and rich cultural and historical deposits, Yuantouzhu scenic spot, a national 5A-rated scenic spot in Wuxi city, east China's Jiangsu…

Tourism

China travel is back! Trends for the May holiday season

Kristin Mariano May 2, 2023

Travelport has released the below trend data highlighting the resurgence of outbound travel from mainland China. Demand has continued to rise leading up to Chinese Labor Day (May 1),…

Hotels

The Londoner Macao’s grand celebration on May 25

Kristin Mariano May 2, 2023

The Londoner® Macao, with a grand celebration on May 25 to be attended by David Beckham, the British soccer icon and a Sands Resorts Macao global ambassador. With a theme of “The Journey…

Tourism Boards

Chengdu Cultural Tourism Promotion conference comes to Seoul

Kanchan Nath May 1, 2023

2023 Chengdu Cultural Tourism Korea Special Promotion opened in Seoul, South Korea, hosted by Chengdu Culture, Radio, Film and Tourism Bureau and GoChengdu participated in the event.

Global

Embroideries from Ten ASEAN countries shown at the ‘Hainan World Embroidery Culture Week’

Kanchan Nath May 1, 2023

On 27 April, the five-day 2023 Hainan World Embroidery Culture Week unveiled at Hainan Free Trade Port, where special costumes from ten ASEAN countries were exhibited. 

Global

Chinese travellers are back for the May Day holidays

Kristin Mariano May 1, 2023

DidaTravel has announced the return of Chinese tourists during the May Day holidays. With Chinese travel restrictions easing and vaccinations becoming more widely available, Chinese…

Consumer

Diageo Global Travel showcases unrivalled spirits portfolio at China International Consumer Products Expo 

Kanchan Nath Apr 27, 2023

Diageo Global Travel was delighted to showcase its exclusive spirits portfolio and new consumer experiences at the 2023 China International Consumer Products Expo held in Haikou, the capital…

Travel Tech

CrimsonLogic partners with Shanghai Data Group

Kanchan Nath Apr 26, 2023

Singapore-based global technology company CrimsonLogic, a leader in digital trade facilitation solutions and part of the PSA Group, announced that it has entered into a strategic…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Trip.com and Macao Government Tourism Office join hands to promote the city’s glamour

Kristin Mariano Apr 25, 2023

Trip.com has announced the launch of “See You in Macao” campaign to promote Macao as a destination choice for leisure and business. To elevate their travel experiences as they plan for…

Travel Tech

Hyperchain Technology debuts at InnoEX

Kanchan Nath Apr 21, 2023

From April 12 to 15, InnoEX was held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. This year's show focused on smart city, digital business, artificial intelligence and other key…

Airlines and Aviation

Hong Kong International Airport Kicks Off “World of Winners” Air Ticket Giveaway Campaign in Beijing

Kanchan Nath Apr 19, 2023

Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) hosted an event in Beijing to introduce the "World of Winners" air ticket giveaway campaign to media in the capital city.

Travel Tech

Alipay records rebound in outbound Chinese tourists spending amid tourism recovery

Kristin Mariano Apr 19, 2023

Amid global cross-border tourism recovery, the average spending of Chinese tourists using Alipay overseas doubled in the first quarter of 2023 compared with pre-pandemic levels in the…

Awards

Stelliers 2023 applications now open

Kanchan Nath Apr 18, 2023

Stelliers, the leading hotelier awards platform in Asia, is delighted to announce that the 2023 awards are now open for entries in the Greater China region – including Hong Kong, Macau and…

Features

2023 China Liyang Tea Festival and Tianmu Lake Tourism Festival opens

Kanchan Nath Apr 17, 2023

The 2023 China Liyang Tea Festival and Tianmu Lake Tourism Festival, themed "Pursue Qulity Liyang & A better life", kicked off in the Jiangsu Province city of Liyang on April 10.

Airlines and Aviation

Datalex renews 3-year partnership with Air China amid APAC travel recovery 

Kanchan Nath Apr 13, 2023

New data from Datalex, a market leader in digital airline retail products and software solutions, signals a much-anticipated recovery in Chinese aviation activity and increased demand for…

Attractions & Tours

Linfen Hongtong Big Locust Tree Tourist Season to Trace the Roots Of Ancestors launched

Kanchan Nath Apr 11, 2023

With the theme of "Travelling to the remotest corners of the world, but Hongtong is home", the series of activities of 2023 Linfen Hongtong Big Locust Tree Tourist Season to Trace the Roots…

Tourism Boards

Sanya International Wine and Spirits Fair to be held from 13-17 April

Kanchan Nath Apr 10, 2023

Themed ‘Sailing from Sanya, Cheers to the World’, the 2023 Boating Sanya & Sanya International Wine and Spirits Fair is set to welcome global wine and spirit enthusiasts and industry…

Hotels

Wyndham Shanghai Nanxiang opens with 315  keys in Greater China

Kanchan Nath Apr 10, 2023

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world's largest hotel  franchising company and provider of management services, with approximately 9,100  hotels spanning more than 95 countries, announced…

Hotels

Accor and Jin Jiang Hotels sign MOU to jointly drive sustainable practices across the hospitality industry

Kanchan Nath Apr 10, 2023

The Fifth Meeting of the Council of China-France Entrepreneurs was held in Beijing. The Meeting focused on discussions around various topics, including trade, investment, technology, and…

Airlines and Aviation

AirAsia X expands China network with flights to Beijing

Kanchan Nath Apr 3, 2023

Following the recent recommencement of services to Shanghai and Hangzhou earlier this month, AirAsia X (AAX) continues to expand its China network with two weekly flights to Beijing, which…

Consumer

Alipay records rebound in outbound Chinese tourists spending amid tourism recovery

Kanchan Nath Apr 3, 2023

Amid global cross-border tourism recovery, the average spending of Chinese tourists using Alipay overseas doubled in the first quarter of 2023 compared with pre-pandemic levels in the same…

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

China makes welcome return to Arabian Travel Market, Middle East

Kanchan Nath Mar 29, 2023

Chinese exhibitors and travel professionals are making a welcome return to Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2023 which is being held at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) for its 30th edition…

Reports

Key factors propelling the growth in China Outbound Tourism Market

Kanchan Nath Mar 29, 2023

The China outbound tourism market is estimated to reach USD 184,201 Million in 2022, with sales projected to increase at a robust 14.1% CAGR between 2022 and 2032.

Awards

‘CTW Chinese Tourism Welcome Award 2023’ is open for applications

Kanchan Nath Mar 23, 2023

After three years pause, the CTW Chinese Tourist Welcome Award will be given to companies and destinations which have reacted with new products and activities to the changed demand of the…

Hospitality

Rapid China outbound recovery a “once-in-a-lifetime opportunity” for hoteliers

Kristin Mariano Mar 23, 2023

Global accommodation bedbank DidaTravel – whose head office is based in China – has noted a considerable increase in international hotel sales for the Chinese outbound source market since…

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

Trip.com Group hosts China Traveler’s Forum

Kanchan Nath Mar 20, 2023

Trip.com Group hosts its China Traveler's Forum (CTF) in Wenzhou, China, on March 17, 2023, focusing on the post-pandemic future of Chinese tourism, and promoting world-class tourism…

Charity / Sustainability / CSR

Promoting a sustainable future for China’s travel industry

Kristin Mariano Mar 20, 2023

Accor in partnership with Trip.com Group and global management consulting firm McKinsey & Company has published a new educational whitepaper that examines the environmental impact of…

Travel Agents

Trip.com Group and Mastercard APAC Sign Memorandum of Understanding

Kristin Mariano Mar 19, 2023

Leading global travel service provider Trip.com Group and leading global technology company Mastercard Asia/Pacific Pte Ltd have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) to enhance…

Special Reports

Promoting a Sustainable Future for China’s Travel Industry 

Kanchan Nath Mar 17, 2023

Accor in partnership with Trip.com Group and McKinsey & Company published a new educational whitepaper that examines the environmental impact of China’s tourism sector, analyses…

Travel Agents

Wendy Wu Tours poised for imminent resumption of tourism to China

Kristin Mariano Mar 16, 2023

Wendy Wu Tours, the UK’s number one group touring specialist to China, is poised and ready to resume group tours to China, for the first time in three years. With China’s embassy in the US…

Travel Tech

Reopening China: Sabre data indicates significant outbound travel rebound

Kanchan Nath Mar 14, 2023

With more than 166 million international trips booked by Chinese travellers in 2019, contributing over USD 245 billion to global tourism in the process, it is no wonder that the world has…

Hotels

H World Group upgrades its overseas loyalty program

Kanchan Nath Mar 14, 2023

H World Group upgraded its H Rewards program to extend its successful direct marketing membership business model in China to its overseas hotel operations.

Tourism Boards

Trip.com promotes Singapore with ‘Super World Trip’

Kanchan Nath Mar 10, 2023

As part of its efforts to promote travel, Trip.com Group hosted the Singapore edition of its "Super World Trip" livestream series, in partnership with the Singapore Tourism Board ("STB") and…

Airlines and Aviation

AirAsia X resumes services to Shanghai with four weekly flights

Kanchan Nath Mar 3, 2023

 AirAsia X (AAX) has resumed its services to Shanghai, China with four weekly flights from Kuala Lumpur which commenced on 2 March 2023

Airlines and Aviation

Singapore Airlines Forecasts Strong Demand In China

Joe Cusmano Mar 2, 2023

Singapore Airlines’ quarterly operating profit, nine-month operating profit, and nett profit all hit record highs. For the fiscal year ending on December 31, 2022, the airline brought…

Appointment announcement

Franck Droin appointed as general manager of Mandarin Oriental, Macau

Kristin Mariano Feb 23, 2023

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is delighted to announce the new appointment of Franck Droin as General Manager of Mandarin Oriental, Macau. In his new position, Franck will oversee…

Hotels

Sabre signs agreement with Tian Xia Fang Cang to support future Chinese hospitality sector recovery

Kanchan Nath Feb 21, 2023

Hospitality provider Tian Xia Fang Cang will be marketing Sabre Hospitality’s solutions in China, with a focus on its Global Distribution System.

Hotels

Four Seasons to unveil brand new luxury hotel in Taipei

Kristin Mariano Feb 17, 2023

Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, a global leader in luxury hospitality, and Yuan Lih Construction Co., Ltd., the developer that is part of Taipei-based Yuan Lih Group, announce plans for…

Global

Air Astana resumes Astana- Beijing flights

Kanchan Nath Feb 16, 2023

From 18 March 2023, Air Astana will resume flights from Astana to Beijing with a frequency of two per week on Wednesdays and Saturdays and a further increase set for summer.

Airlines and Aviation

Almost 2,000 Chinese flights to enter Thailand

Kanchan Nath Feb 15, 2023

Thailand’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAAT) authorised1,910 flights from China to enter the kingdom, with 671 expected to arrive in February and 970 slated for arrival in March, according to…

Hotels

The Peninsula Hotels launches global fundraising initiative for Turkey

Kristin Mariano Feb 15, 2023

On Monday, 6 February 2023, two earthquakes, measuring a magnitude of 7.8 and 7.5 hit the south-eastern region of Türkiye, resulting in catastrophic death and destruction. In 2011 with…

Airlines and Aviation

THAI to operate flights to 5 destinations in China from March 2023

Kanchan Nath Feb 13, 2023

Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) will operate 14 weekly flights to five destinations in the People’s Republic of China after the country’s border reopening

Hotels

Accor’s latest hotel openings from across the world

Kristin Mariano Feb 9, 2023

Accor's latest hotel openings and signings from destinations across the world including: Manly Pacific - MGallery in Australia, Fairmont Manchester San Diego in the USA, Swissotel…

Visa updates

High-demand results in eight-week-long waiting period for Schengen Visas

Kanchan Nath Feb 8, 2023

Nationals of China planning to visit Europe now that the Coronavirus travel restrictions have been lifted may face long waiting times of up to eight weeks when applying for Schengen visas…

Airlines and Aviation

Virgin Atlantic And British Airways Resume Flights To China

Joe Cusmano Feb 7, 2023

Virgin Atlantic and British Airways have announced they will resume flying to mainland China. The devastating impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent flight restrictions on the…

Tourism

Chinese group tour travel starts again to 20 Countries

Kanchan Nath Feb 6, 2023

The second phase of China’s outbound tourism recovery begins today, Monday 6 February. Chinese group tour travel will recommence to 20 countries.

Global

Visit Jiangsu celebrates ‘Chinese New Year’

Kanchan Nath Feb 6, 2023

A series of "Happy Chinese New Year" activities created by Jiangsu Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism has showed the overseas audience the festive atmosphere and leisure life…

Airlines and Aviation

Ranking of destinations that have reactivated their direct air connections with China for 2023 

Kanchan Nath Feb 6, 2023

Mabrian, a leading tourism intelligence company, has presented a new study based on air connectivity data from flights connecting the world's main cities with China

Airlines and Aviation

British airways announces resumption of flights to mainland China

Kanchan Nath Feb 3, 2023

After a two-year absence, British Airways has announced it will resume flights between the UK and mainland China. Tickets have gone on sale today for flights to Shanghai from 23 April and…

Airlines and Aviation

Bookings rise for the Chinese New Year

Kanchan Nath Jan 25, 2023

For the Chinese New Year, aviation analytics firm, Cirium, shared some statistics showing how flights have recovered compared to pre-pandemic levels.

Tourism

228Mn Chinese travellers per year by 2030

Kanchan Nath Jan 24, 2023

The number of outbound trips made by Chinese citizens is expected to increase from 170 million in 2019 to reach 228 million in 2030, according to the new China Outbound Tourism Handbook…

Tourism

Thailand gears up for the return of Chinese tourists

Kanchan Nath Jan 24, 2023

Following the easing of restrictions on China’s huge outbound travel market, Thailand’s leading hoteliers reveal their expectations for the recovery of Chinese tourism in the “Land of…

Airlines and Aviation

Vistajet flight demand hops ahead of lunar new year, China travel rush

Kanchan Nath Jan 24, 2023

VistaJet sees demand for private aviation continuing to pick up on the back of the Lunar New Year holiday across Asia.

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

ITB China announces comeback as in-person event from 12-14 Sept

Kanchan Nath Jan 23, 2023

ITB China, the B2B exclusive travel trade show focusing on the Chinese travel market, announces its comeback as a live event. The show will once more bring together top-level buyers from…

Airlines and Aviation

Emirates resumes passenger services to Shanghai and Beijing

Kanchan Nath Jan 18, 2023

Emirates will ramp up its operations in China ahead of the New Lunar Year and in response to strong travel demand, boosting connectivity to its gateways; Guangzhou, Shanghai and Beijing as…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Trip.com Group sees surge in mainland China travel bookings ahead of Lunar New Year period

Kristin Mariano Jan 17, 2023

Trip.com Group, the leading global travel service provider, has seen mainland Chinese demand for travel continue to surge in the run-up to the Lunar New Year holiday season. This comes…

Eturbo News

China demand for travel: Bookings and destination trends

Dmytro Makarov Jan 14, 2023 0

Trip.com Group, the travel service provider, has seen mainland Chinese demand for travel continues to surge in the run-up to the Lunar New Year holiday season. This comes after the decision…

Air

Airlines Are Wary About Restarting Flights To China

Joe Cusmano Jan 13, 2023

After being isolated for over three years since the initial Covid-19 outbreak, China made the bold step to stop quarantine and testing for all inbound international travellers. The…

Tourism

The end of China’s zero-Covid policy is fuelling flight bookings

Kristin Mariano Jan 13, 2023

China’s decision to ditch its zero-Covid policy has triggered a surge in flight bookings, according to the latest data from ForwardKeys. On 7 December, Chinese authorities announced…

Eturbo News

Flight bookings surge as China ends its zero-COVID policy

Harry Johnson Jan 12, 2023 0

China’s aviation regulator plans to restore flight capacity to 70% of pre-pandemic levels by January 6, and to 88% by January 31 Flight bookings surge as China ends its zero-COVID policy

Airlines and Aviation

China Eastern Ups Services To Sydney And Melbourne

Joe Cusmano Jan 11, 2023

China Eastern Airlines has announced that it will increase its Sydney-Shanghai route to three weekly flights commencing on 16 January in response to the easing of COVID-19 restrictions…

Air

IATA Slam Covid-19 Tests For Travellers From China

Joe Cusmano Jan 10, 2023

IATA has criticised countries’ decisions to impose coronavirus tests and other measures on Chinese travellers as futile “knee-jerk” reactions. A rising number of countries, including…

Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Pacific welcomes quarantine-free travel and will more than double its flights to the Chinese Mainland

Kristin Mariano Jan 9, 2023

Cathay Pacific welcomes the Hong Kong SAR Government’s latest measures to facilitate quarantine-free travel between Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland, as well as the lifting of transit…

Travel Tech

Alipay+ promotes QR code connectivity, paving ways for a cash-free, mobile friendly travel experience in Chinese mainland for Asian consumers

Kristin Mariano Jan 9, 2023

Alipay+ is striving to provide cash-free and mobile-friendly travel experiences for Asian tourists in the Chinese mainland, as it seeks to partner with more merchants and enable greater QR…

Eturbo News

WTTC Sees No New Dangers When Traveling to China

Juergen T Steinmetz Jan 8, 2023 0

On the day, the Chinese Government is opening up for tourism and travel again, the US, Germany and other countries impose warnings. WTTC Sees No New Dangers When Traveling to China

Eturbo News

Pet hamsters are ok: Hong Kong lifts COVID-19 small animal ban

Harry Johnson Jan 7, 2023 0

Hong Kong health officials banned imported hamsters and other small mammals of foreign origin in January of 2022 Pet hamsters are ok: Hong Kong lifts COVID-19 small animal ban

Hotels

InterContinental Saigon unveils the newly renovated Grand Ballroom & Function Spaces

Kanchan Nath Jan 6, 2023

InterContinental Saigon is ecstatic to announce an exciting transformation of its Grand Ballroom and function spaces.

Hotels

AC Hotel by Marriott Suzhou opens with 135 keys

Kanchan Nath Jan 6, 2023

AC Hotels by Marriott, the design-led lifestyle brand part of Marriott Bonvoy's portfolio of 30 extraordinary brands, announced its brand debut in Greater China with the opening of AC Hotel…

Features

China Matters’ Feature: A Modern Makeover of a 600-year City

Kanchan Nath Jan 6, 2023

Originally set up as a defense post against pirates and other foes during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), Suochengli was later converted to a residential area for civilians to live.

Reopening updates

Macau expects surge in tourists during Chinese New Year

Kanchan Nath Jan 5, 2023

Macau is expecting a surge in Chinese tourists during the Chinese New Year holiday, after COVID prevention measures were dropped and the zero-COVID policy abandoned after nearly three years.…

Hotels

Global transformation of Sheraton Hotels & Resorts gains momentum throughout Greater China

Kanchan Nath Jan 5, 2023

With 2022 coming to a close, the transformation of Sheraton Hotels & Resorts continues to build momentum across the globe, with Greater China now featuring eight properties exemplifying…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Trip.com Group data shows outbound flight bookings surge from Mainland China

Kanchan Nath Dec 29, 2022

On the morning of 27 Dec , Trip.com Group, recorded a staggering 254% increase in mainland China's outbound flight bookings compared to a day earlier.

Japan

Japan restricts China, Hong Kong & Macao arrivals from  30 December

Kanchan Nath Dec 29, 2022

Japan has decided to restrict arrivals from China or those who have been in China in the previous 7 days, effective December 30, 2022.

Abu Dhabi

Etihad to fly to Shanghai twice weekly

Kanchan Nath Dec 29, 2022

Etihad Airways is set to strengthen air connectivity between the UAE and China next year, starting with an additional weekly frequency on its Abu Dhabi – Shanghai route.

Hotels

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts strengthens footprint in Taiyuan

Kanchan Nath Dec 29, 2022

Seven months after inking its partnership  agreement with Shanxi Xiaohe Xincheng Hotel Co. Ltd, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts today announced  the opening of three new hotels in the heart of…

Tourism

Chinese outbound travel market to bounce back in one year

Kanchan Nath Dec 22, 2022

Chinese buyers see swift recovery possible within one year according to latest ITB China Travel Trends Report.

Tourism

Chinese buyers see swift recovery possible within one year

Kristin Mariano Dec 21, 2022

Travel companies in China have struggled since 2020, however, optimism about the long-term development of the travel industry has prevailed. 79% of surveyed companies that managed to stay…

Airports

Beijing Airport Drops COVID-19 Test Requirement

Joe Cusmano Dec 16, 2022

Beijing Capital International Airport, the busiest airport in China, no longer needs visitors to show a clean COVID-19 test result to board the plane, according to Reuters, citing…

OTAs & Tour Operators

Trip.com Group launches travel revival plan to reconnect Chinese travellers with global destinations

Kanchan Nath Dec 16, 2022

Trip.com Group's Chinese language platform Ctrip launched its 2023 Travel Revival A Plan to reunite destinations with Chinese travellers.

Global

Jining boosts cultural, tourism exchanges with Japan and Korea

Kanchan Nath Dec 15, 2022

Themed on "relishing in the beauty of traditional Chinese culture and reflecting on the wisdom of sages", the cultural, tourism exchanges week with Japan, ROK took place in Jining, which is…

Attractions & Tours

 39th Harbin International Ice and Snow Festival

Kanchan Nath Dec 15, 2022

Located in the heartland of Northeast Asia, Harbin enjoys superior natural conditions, a special urban history and unique ice and snow culture.

Tourism

Picturesque winter scenery of Xuecheng District, Zaozhuang

Kanchan Nath Dec 14, 2022

Another destination worth visiting this winter is Xuecheng District, Zaozhuang in China. The Heiyu Reservoir Area in Xuecheng District, Zaozhang City, Shandong Province presents a picture of…

Eturbo News

Hong Kong Travel and Tourism Reopens

Juergen T Steinmetz Dec 13, 2022 0

The travel and tourism industry in Hongkong has been anxious. As of Wednesday this Chinese city is opening for foreign visitors again. Hong Kong Travel and Tourism Reopens

Eturbo News

China Southern Airlines renews distribution agreement with Sabre

Harry Johnson Dec 12, 2022 0

Sabre Corporation, a leading software and technology provider that powers the global travel industry, today announced the renewal of a global distribution agreement with China Southern…

Eturbo News

Business events return to Hong Kong in 2023 with four trade shows

Harry Johnson Dec 12, 2022 0

HKTB aims to spur the recovery of the MICE industry in Hong Kong and consolidate Hong Kong's position as a preferred MICE destination. Business events return to Hong Kong in 2023 with four…

Features

Shanxi with its wintery oriental charm

Kanchan Nath Dec 9, 2022

When the snow falls on Shanxi, which is reputed as the "Museum of Chinese ancient architecture", the beauty of the building is no less attractive than the capital.

By the Way

The 10th Straits Youth Day held in Fuzhou, Fujian Province

Kanchan Nath Dec 9, 2022

On 2 December, the 10th Straits Youth Day, co-sponsored by Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council, All-China Youth Federation and Fujian Provincial People's Government, was held in …

Eturbo News

Airlines cut losses in 2022 and return to profit in 2023

Harry Johnson Dec 7, 2022 0

Despite global economic uncertainties, there are plenty of reasons for the airline industry to be optimistic about 2023. Airlines cut losses in 2022 and return to profit in 2023

Cruise

China’s Domestic Cruise Industry Continues To Grow

Joe Cusmano Dec 6, 2022

China has released further information about its domestic cruise industry development plans. A new joint venture between CSSC (China State Shipbuilding Corporation) and Carnival…

Eturbo News

Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas appoints new controller

Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor Nov 29, 2022 0

Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas has announced the appointment of Ary Asriry to the position of the resort’s financial controller. Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas…

Hotels

TravelgateX partners with Fliggy to expand global reach

Kanchan Nath Nov 28, 2022

 TravelgateX announced a service provider partnership with Fliggy, a leading online travel platform in China.

OTAs & Tour Operators

Tongcheng Travel reports stable user growth in 2022 Q3 amid COVID resurgence crosswinds

Kanchan Nath Nov 24, 2022

Tongcheng Travel Holdings Limited an innovator and leader in China's online travel industry,  announced its unaudited consolidated results for the three months ended 30 September 2022 (the…

Eturbo News

Ascott unveils Somerset brand refresh

Harry Johnson Nov 22, 2022 0

The Ascott Limited (Ascott), a lodging business unit wholly owned by CapitaLand Investment, today unveiled its refreshed hospitality brand, Somerset. A brand that champions inclusivity and…

Air

Airbus Begins Assembling A321s In China

Joe Cusmano Nov 18, 2022

Airbus began producing the first A321 aircraft in Tianjin, China after the Final Assembly Line (FAL) in the country’s north improved its manufacturing capabilities. Ever since the…

Hotels

Marriott International set to expand portfolio in Greater China

Harry Johnson Nov 14, 2022 0

Marriott International, Inc., today announced plans to expand its select service portfolio in Greater China with the expected addition of 30 hotels in the segment by the end of 2023. The…

China

Chinese gaming revenues to dip by USD1.6B this year

Kanchan Nath Nov 9, 2022

The number of gamers is expected to plunge by 175 million in 2022, and nearly one-third of that drop comes from China.

Eturbo News

The best performing travel destinations of 2022

Harry Johnson Nov 7, 2022 0

The best performing country list is headed by the Dominican Republic, the best performing city list by Antalya in Turkey. The best performing travel destinations of 2022

Airlines and Aviation

China Airlines Reintroduces Flights To Brisbane And Auckland

Joe Cusmano Nov 7, 2022

China Airlines’ flights between Auckland, Brisbane, and Taipei have resumed, with three flights per week from October to December, increasing to five flights per week from January to…

Eturbo News

US international arrivals up 158.6 percent

Harry Johnson Nov 3, 2022 0

In August of 2022, international visitor arrivals to the United States of America totaled 5,697,087 - an increase of 158.6%. US international arrivals up 158.6 percent

Global

Chinese time-honored county in E. China’s Jiangxi glitters with new vitality

Kanchan Nath Nov 3, 2022

In recent years, the Fengxin county has accelerated project-oriented development of cultural tourism. It has invested a total of 600 million yuan (about 82.5 million U.S. dollars) to…

Cruise

Costa Cruises Realigns In Asia As China Continues Covid Restrictions

Joe Cusmano Nov 2, 2022

China’s zero-tolerance COVID-19 policy continues to hamper the reopening of the market for international cruise ships, even though travel restrictions related to the pandemic are being…

Eturbo News

COVID rears its ugly head again in China

Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor Oct 29, 2022 0

IT&CM China and CTW China 2022 have had to reschedule its in-person and virtual events due to the effects of COVID-19. COVID rears its ugly head again in China

Global

Verdant mountains and blue seas in Dalian

Kanchan Nath Oct 27, 2022

Dalian's southern coastal area, starting from Bangchui Island in the east and ending at Lianhua Mountain in the west, is where visitors may see lively sika deer with antlers. 

Airlines and Aviation

Chinese Airlines Set To Increase International Services

Joe Cusmano Oct 26, 2022

Chinese airlines have indicated they would expand the number of scheduled international flights very soon, generating widespread attention. China Eastern Airlines, one of China’s…

Global

Over 1,500 Chinese nationals gain Irish residency through IIP

Kanchan Nath Oct 25, 2022

Over 1,500 wealthy Chinese citizens have acquired residency in Ireland in the past decade through the latter’s Immigrant Investor Programme (IIP), while the majority of them were granted in…

Features

Dujiangyan flourishes as a model for ecological civilization

Kanchan Nath Oct 24, 2022

Dujiangyan city in Sichuan province, an important ecological center in the upper reaches of the Yangtze River, has taken ecological civilization as a priority and promoted urban development…

Charity / Sustainability / CSR

Trip.com Group becomes a member of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council

Kristin Mariano Oct 18, 2022

Trip.com Group has officially joined the Global Sustainable Tourism Council’s (GSTC) global network as a member. Trip.com Group is a leading global travel service provider comprising…

Hotels

Hyatt Place Huangshan Train Station opens with 180 keys

Kanchan Nath Oct 12, 2022

Hyatt Place Huangshan Train Station, the first Hyatt-branded hotel in Huangshan, is officially open, expanding the Hyatt Place brand’s footprint globally.

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad Airways launches inaugural flight linking Abu Dhabi & Guangzhou

Kanchan Nath Oct 12, 2022

Etihad Airways has launched its first-ever scheduled flights linking Abu Dhabi and Guangzhou. The inaugural flight, EY868, departed Abu Dhabi on 10th October.

Hotels

Dusit International opens new luxury wellness resort in the heart of Tianmu Mountain, Hangzhou

Kristin Mariano Oct 11, 2022

Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has continued its expansion in China with the opening of the highly anticipated Dusit Thani…

Air

Chinese jet certificated

Malcolm Ginsberg Oct 3, 2022

China has certified the COMAC C919, China’s home-grown passenger jet to compete with the Airbus A320 and Boeing 737 family of aircraft.  A photo posted by China Aviation Review on 29…

OTAs & Tour Operators

More people favour sustainable travel – Trip.com

Kristin Mariano Sep 30, 2022

Trip.com Group has released its inaugural ‘Sustainable Travel Consumer Report 2022’, coinciding with World Tourism Day.  This report sheds light on the increased acceptance of…