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Cruise Lines Localizing Operations To Tap Outbound Chinese Tourism Market
Having entered the China market in 2006, Costa Cruise has targeted potential outbound Chinese travelers who are unable to afford flights to Europe or the U.S. Read More-
Korean Cosmetic Brand Sulwhasoo Debuts In Beijing, Sets Out China Strategy
Last week, the high-end Korean cosmetics brand Sulwhasoo made its China debut at Beijing's Parkson Department store, with further plans to expand to seven or eight locations in major Chinese… Read More -
Hong Kong Fashion Week Off To Extravagant Start
Last night's "Fashion Extravaganza" and opening ceremony included designs from emerging Asian talent such as Japan’s Keita Maruyama, Korean designer Doii Lee, mainland China's Alex Wang, and Barney Cheng, one… Read More -
2011 Trend Watch: How Far Will Countries Go To Court Chinese Spenders?
With countries around the world angling to capture more of the lucrative outbound Chinese tourist market in 2011, we’re already seeing signs that European and Asian tourist destinations will take… Read More -
Korean Cosmetic Brand Sulwhasoo To Enter China Market
Having already found success with its mass-market Mamonde and premium Laneige brands, Amore Pacific, Korea's largest cosmetics firm, announced this week that it plans to introduce its high-end line Sulwhasoo… Read More -
Chinese Tourists Heading To South Korea Following Japan Row
Following the recent diplomatic spat between China and Japan, the number of Chinese tourists visiting Japan has plummeted, much to the chagrin of tourism authorities and retailers. Read More -
“Chinese Wave” Coming To Pusan International Film Festival
This year's PIFF will hold a record 103 world premieres out of its 308 total films, and is heavily weighted towards independent filmmakers from China and throughout Asia. Read More -
Sotheby’s Contemporary Asian Art Auction: Top 10 Lots To Watch
In preparation for the wide-ranging Contemporary Asian Art auction on April 5, which includes pieces by top Chinese artists like Ai Weiwei, Zeng Fanzhi and Cai Guo-Qiang, here are Jing… Read More -
Mainland Chinese Shoppers Changing Hong Kong Retail Landscape
Two of the biggest beneficiaries of the outbound shopping boom have been some of the mainland's closest neighbors: the Chinese special administrative regions of Macau and Hong Kong. Read More 
Chinese Luxury Shoppers Outspend Japanese 2-To-1 At South Korean Malls
After a year in which the number (and profligacy) of Chinese tourists increased at Korean luxury malls, travelers from mainland China now account for twice as many sales per capita… Read More
