Transportation
Will Losing Its Western Shipping Subsidies Hurt China?
In 2021, Europe will raise shipping prices on parcels coming from China as the US does now. How will China's e-commerce companies cope? Read More
‘World-Class Moving Hotel’ to Launch in New Zealand
A new New Zealand luxury train, dubbed the Antipodean Explorer, will carry 56 passengers, most of whom are expected to be luxury-oriented Chinese tourists to New Zealand. Read More
Royal Caribbean Continues Ramping Up China Efforts with Spectrum of the Seas
Royal Caribbean is doubling down on the Chinese market despite a rocky year in the wake of the THAAD dispute with South Korea. Read More
Inaugural Golden Week AirCruise Will Be the Last
Crystal Cruises has shelved all of its ultra luxury AirCruise itineraries except the Golden Week AirCruise launching from Hong Kong on September 29th. Read More
With Chinese Travel Booming, Why are Premium Asian Airlines Preparing for Layoffs?
Layoffs at Cathay and Singapore Airlines due to falling profits demonstrate the need for both airlines to restructure to compete with budget carriers Read More
International Low-Cost Carriers Cautious with Expansion in China
The growth of Chinese independent travel holds potential for LCCs, but the market environment for international airlines makes expansion in China difficult. Read More
Norwegian Cruise Line Partners with Alibaba to Enter Chinese Market
Norwegian Cruise Line hopes to leverage Alibaba's consumer insights, data, and marketing tools for the launch of its Chinese cruise operations. Read More
HNA Group Reported to Continue Buying Spree with Acquisition of ‘Major’ Cruise Line
HNA Group is eyeing the acquisition of a major cruise line in an attempt to secure a stake in China's rapidly growing cruise market. Read More
American Airlines’ 200 Million Dollar Solution to Its Struggles in China
After struggling in the Chinese market, American Airlines is investing US$200 million in China Southern Airlines to strengthen its standing in China. Read More
Star Cruises Courts Female Luxury Travelers for International Women’s Day with Tea Parties, Supermodel Workshops
Star Cruises released a series of tailor-made onboard events that also include aromatherapy and floral arrangement workshops to attract China’s affluent women. Read More
