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When China’s Luxury Market Sputters, Brands Must Diversify
Once life returns to normal, China’s cooling economy could cause serious problems for the luxury industry. So how should luxury brands adapt? Read More
Top 5 Destinations for Chinese Self-Drive Tourists
Self-drive tourism is growing in popularity in China, but to what destinations are Chinese tourists traveling to hit the road? Read More
Thailand’s Neighbors Take Off with Chinese Tourists After Crackdown on ‘Forced Shopping’ Tours
While Thailand may be losing its luster among some of China's budget travelers, neighboring countries in Southeast Asia are picking up steam in its place. Read More
Singapore’s Chinatown Offers Stylish Retreat for Chinese Travelers
Singapore sees signs of a rebound for Chinese visitors as they're increasingly opting for independent booking, trendy neighborhoods, and boutique hotels. Read More
Southeast Asia Loses Out as Chinese Tourists Seek New Pastures
Despite high hopes for China-driven tourism growth, many Southeast Asian countries are struggling to compete with destinations in East Asia, the South Pacific, and Europe. Read More
Chinese Luxury Shoppers’ Next Southeast Asia Hotspot: Cambodia
Luxury retailers are moving in on Cambodia as robust Chinese visitor growth remains a bright spot in Southeast Asia's turbulent tourism market. Read More
Southeast Asia Enters Damage Control Mode To Win Back Chinese Tourists
From MH370 to anti-China riots, a string of crises in the region means countries are scrambling to regain lost Chinese tourism revenue. Read More
Malaysia Thinks It Can Woo 2 Million Chinese Tourists Despite Missing MH370
Malaysian tourism authorities may have said that promotions in China would be stalled until the jet is found, but huge revenue loss means they're not willing to hold out much… Read More
Label Overload: How Many More Western Brands Can The Chinese Market Sustain?
Abercrombie & Fitch, Jack Wills, and COS are just a few of numerous mid- to high-end Western brands to open stores in Hong Kong last year. But for newcomers, will… Read More
Chinese Tourists Get “Lost In Thailand”
Thailand in particular has seen an influx of Chinese tourists, benefitted by the proximity of the two countries and the popularity of the low-budget Chinese comedy film "Lost in Thailand." Read More
