Daniel Meesak
China’s Theme Park Market to Overtake Japan, United States
China's theme park market is set to become the world's largest by 2020, but overseas brands are poorly positioned to benefit from most of the growth. Read More
South Korea Looks Beyond China for Future Tourism Growth
Tourist arrivals in South Korea reached an all-time high in 2016, but tourism authorities are concerned that it is too reliant on the Chinese market. Read More
After Conquering China, Ctrip Expands Internationally with Skyscanner Acquisition
With its acquisition of Skyscanner, Ctrip strengthens its lead in Asia and goes head-to-head with Expedia and Priceline in other key travel markets. Read More
Jin Jiang International Wants to Expand Its European Luxury Hotel Portfolio
After acquiring France's Groupe Du Louvre, Jin Jiang International is now looking at European luxury hotels to strengthen its portfolio. Read More
The U.S.-China Tourism Year is Over, But Did It Make a Difference?
The U.S.-China Tourism Year officially ended with a closing ceremony in Washington D.C., but the tourism year's effects on visitor growth remain unclear. Read More
Thailand Tourism in Shambles After Tour Crackdown
Thailand's recent crackdown on underpriced tours and its king's recent passing are causing Chinese tourists to look for vacations elsewhere. Read More
Making Sense of China’s Booming Cruise Industry
China's cruise industry is booming, but it's not all smooth sailing in the Chinese market for the many cruise operators that take on the challenge. Read More
What Singles’ Day Tells Us About the State of Chinese Travel
What does China's Singles’ Day, the record-breaking 24-hour shopping bonanza, tell us about trends and tendencies in global Chinese travel? Read More
Is the United States Presidential Election Scaring Chinese Tourists Away?
While some Chinese tourists may be happy to experience a presidential election, data suggests that U.S. presidential elections scare Chinese tourists away. Read More
Lessons from England’s Unexpected Chinese Tourist Attraction
The mystery of why Chinese tourists suddenly started visiting an unassuming English village en masse has finally been solved. Read More
