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Recent reports featured at ITB China yesterday, 26th May, reveal that the Asian giant’s tourism industry grew significantly over the past year.
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Messe Berlin (China) formally signed a memorandum of understanding with the provincial government of Chinese free-trade port Hainan yesterday, 26th May, on the first day of ITB China 2026.
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Elevating the voices of women leaders in the travel industry. Join us in celebrating excellence, mentorship, and innovation across Asia. Nominate a trailblazer today for our 2026 ceremony in Bangkok and join a community dedicated to gender diversity and leadership.
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Celebrating the pinnacle of achievement in Thailand’s travel trade. Join us at the gala ceremony in Bangkok on October 15, 2026. Recognition for top-tier hospitality, aviation, and tech innovators. Enter your nomination today!
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Owners now expect general managers to drive commercial and financial performance.
‘It’s all about partnerships’: Smiling Albino CEO reflects on a quarter-century in luxury tourism
Guests are staying longer to connect more deeply with destinations.
‘Hotels lost control’: Roibos CEO vows to democratize travel distribution landscape
Hotels lose pricing control through fragmented B2B distribution
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Roemer says the company shifted into younger and more active segments.
ITB China 2026 opens in Shanghai as tourism industry shifts focus to luxury and tech
The ninth edition of mega travel trade event ITB China formally opened today, 26th May, at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition and Convention Centre in Pudong, Shanghai, China.
Asia remains the ‘engine of global travel’ despite economic headwinds, analyst says
Check-in Asia warns that Middle East instability and rising fuel costs now threaten to stall post-pandemic momentum.
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- Beijing hotels adapt as over 80% of foreign visitors go independent
- China Eastern Airlines’ fare-drop refund feature faces abuse
- Chinese airlines’ survival line comes into view
- Loong Air pushes toward IPO as China’s privately owned airlines diverge
- Why did Trump choose the Four Seasons Beijing for his China visit?