Young Chinese tourists have been flocking to Nepal, a country renowned for its breathtaking scenery, rich Buddhist history, and reasonable prices. But recent political upheaval has led to a sharp decline in Chinese tourism, a market that had experienced rapid expansion. Nepal’s tourism industry has suffered greatly as a result of the unrest that began in early September and has made many prospective tourists wary.

Chinese tourism to Nepal is set to slump after days of deadly political unrest have left many travellers “scared” to visit, dealing a potentially lasting blow to a country that had been emerging as a trendy travel destination for young Chinese.

This summer, Hu Jia and her family opted to skip Thailand’s iconic beaches and ornate temples, a short flight from her home in Sichuan province. Instead, she booked a two-week trip to Vietnam amid growing Chinese concerns over Thailand’s safety.

Earlier this year, as the Dragon Boat Festival closed, it struck me there was a change among Chinese travellers and their attitudes to cruises. China’s cruise sector has signalled not just recovery, but strategic reawakening.

According to China Trading Desk, Chinese outbound tourists are estimated to reach 155 million this year, a full resumption compared with pre-pandemic levels.

When Gao Huasheng, a university professor from Shanghai, began planning a two-week family holiday to San Francisco earlier this year, he worried about exposing his children to scenes of drug use or even gun violence.

This is not just another think-piece. It’s a do-list for every player in travel retail – airport operators, duty-free retailers, luxury brands, airlines and DMOs. Why? Because the customer has changed. It’s now the She Economy that sets the pace: she researches upstream on RED (Xiaohongshu) and Douyin, compares by reflex, and still wants human help at the point of truth. If your part of the journey can’t show proof in one scan and assistance within ten metres, then you’re l

In recent years, a fascinating trend has emerged among young Chinese individuals, especially recent university graduates: the growing popularity of cruise journeys to destinations like Vietnam and Japan. These sea voyages are increasingly seen not just as holidays, but as a significant “rite of passage” a symbolic transition into adulthood. This article explores the reasons behind this burgeoning phenomenon and its implications for the travel industry.

South Korea is ready to roll out the welcome mat for Chinese tour groups this fall. Starting September 29 and running through June 30, next year, Chinese visitors traveling in organized groups will no longer need a visa to enter the country, the prime minister’s office announced on Wednesday.