How Chinese Tourists Are Traveling Differently This Labor Day Break
This Labor Day China’s travelers are chasing vibes, not views. If your destination lacks soul or story, you’re off the map. Authenticity is the mantra.
Chinese Outbound Travel News
Outbound tourism from China has been a major force in the global tourism industry before the pandemic. In 2019, Chinese travelers made 155 million trips abroad and spent almost $255 billion, amounting to 14% of global tourism revenue. The number of total outbound trips from China is expected to surpass 200 million in 2023 and 365 million by 2030. This would mean a significant recovery and growth for the global tourism industry. Follow news about this below.
Recession Risks, Chinese Tourism, Green Travel: Ask Skift's Most Popular Questions
We have answers to some of Ask Skift's most popular questions, including how a recession would impact global travel and whether sustainability is really important to travelers.
Southeast Asia Loses Ground with Chinese Travelers as Safety Concerns Spike: Exclusive
For destinations, Dragon Trail’s data presents both a breakthrough and a warning: Safety isn’t a nice‑to‑have, it’s “the” dial that actually moves the needle.
What RedNote Data Reveals About Middle East Travel Demand in China
The way to a Chinese traveler's itinerary seems to be through RedNote. For travel brands hoping to understand and engage this critical audience, the platform is less a social network and more a digital crystal ball.
Thailand's Digital Arrival Card to be Mandatory for Foreign Tourists from May 1
The digital arrival card is a step forward in ensuring a smoother, more tech-driven travel experience in Thailand. But the bigger challenge? Getting travelers, mostly Chinese tourists, to feel confident about visiting again.
China’s Outbound Travel Is Having a Comeback and First-Timers Are Driving it
China’s digital-savvy travelers are booking fast, exploring more, and craving premium experiences. Is your brand keeping up?
Thailand Already Has a China Problem And Casinos Might Make It Worse
To gamble or not to gamble, that's Thailand's dilemma. Integrated resorts could boost revenue, but there's also the risk of losing Chinese tourists, a market already shrinking over safety worries.
London Heathrow's Closure, Accor's Loyalty Milestone and Airbnb's Chinese Travelers
Today's podcast looks at London's airport mess, Accor's loyalty expansion, and Airbnb's Chinese strategy.
Airbnb Stopped Listing in China - But it Still Wants Chinese Travelers
Airbnb may have exited China’s domestic market, but it hasn’t walked away from Chinese travelers.
What Travel Brands Should Know About China's RedNote
As overseas travel rebounds and Chinese consumers increasingly seek out genuine travel tips and personalized recommendations, brands looking to engage this influential audience must understand what makes RedNote a powerful tool for modern travel marketing.