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From South Asia to Northeast Asia, Asia Pacific travel trends is a story that uniquely changes by country. Did you know: 🧳 There have been 97 million passengers traveling through Indian airports in 2024 alone?  🗻 Japan is seeing record breaking inbound passenger flow?    View our infographic to see our insights on these and other countries highlighted from the region.  https://lnkd.in/em3U_9u6  

Are you curious about the top business destinations in the Asia Pacific region for 2023? Or maybe you’re interested in where APAC business travelers are heading beyond their continent? Check out BCD Travel’s latest release: Cities & Trends APAC 2023 Edition.

Key stats reflecting China's travel rebound, showcasing a surge in both domestic and international tourism 👇 - Domestic flight bookings have increased by 23% YoY, surpassing 18 million between July 1 and August 31. - International travel is skyrocketing by 93% YoY, with nearly 7 million international bookings during the same period - In response to this growth, Air China is restoring over 90% of its pre-pandemic international network, covering 114 routes across 43 countries and regions. - 57% of travelers prioritize value for money, while 34% are willing to pay a premium for top-tier experiences, emphasizing the need to balance competitive pricing with luxury appeal. - Personalized, small group tours are gaining popularity, with 92% of agents noting that small, private group tours are most favored, highlighting the importance of tailored, exclusive experiences to attract high-end travelers. - Safety, health, and hygiene remain top priorities for travelers, underlining the significance of clear communication about safety measures to build trust. ✍ Source: Dragon Trail International's survey of 295 Chinese travel agents specializing in outbound travel. #ChineseTravel #TourismTrends #TravelIndustry #ChinaMarket

GROWTH | Key industry achievements in 2024 have primed Tropical North Queensland for major opportunities across tourism and freight.   Cairns Airport CEO Richard Barker and Tourism Tropical North Queensland CEO Mark Olsen met with media today to reflect on the year’s successes and outline measures to keep the momentum going.   Cairns Airport will close the year with the highly anticipated return of Cathay Pacific services from December 17, rounding out a series of international milestones including commencement of Singapore Airlines’ A350 widebody services, the historic arrival of AirAsia Indonesia, announcement of the first-ever direct connection to Christchurch with Jetstar and resumption of seasonal China Eastern Airlines flights early in 2024.   Richard said: “The team at Cairns Airport has strategically targeted and delivered a number of key new routes in 2024, supported by our valued industry and government partners, and our region is poised for growth as a result.” Both Richard and Mark welcomed the recent ALP commitment of $10 million over four years to drive tourism, and called for bipartisan support of the initiative.   Mark said: “Ongoing destination marketing is vital to keep momentum going and ensure the success of international routes. Funding pledged by the ALP will help make that possible, and we are seeking bipartisan support to enable continued growth of tourism to Tropical North Queensland and the rest of the state.”    Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/gpRzq5tj   #CairnsAirport #TourismTropicalNorthQueensland #Growth #TropicalNorthQueensland #VisitQueensland

Low-altitude tourism and air taxi services are rapidly growing in China, offering unique travel experiences and efficient transportation. With Shanghai aiming to establish itself as a low-altitude inter-provincial navigable city and core industry sales expected to exceed 50 billion yuan ($7 billion) by 2027, the low-altitude economy is set for significant growth. #InvestinChina #IndustrialTrends #ChinaTourism #AviationInnovation #TravelExperience

Air China has officially launched direct flights from Beijing to Tbilisi, marking a major milestone in connecting China with Georgia. This new service, starting in December 2024, will operate three times a week, offering seamless travel for both business and tourism. With Georgia’s recent visa-free travel agreement with China, this direct route comes at the perfect time to boost tourism and strengthen bilateral trade relations. Chinese tourists, known for their long stays and high spending power, are expected to significantly contribute to Georgia’s tourism sector. Additionally, the improved connectivity will foster greater economic collaboration between the two nations. This step also supports Georgia’s ambition to become a central hub connecting Asia and Europe, enhancing its appeal as a top destination for Chinese travelers. Looking forward to seeing the growth in tourism and business opportunities that this new connection will bring! 🌍✨ https://lnkd.in/dDz2znV4 #AirChina #DirectFlights #GeorgiaChinaRelations #TourismGrowth #BilateralTrade #TravelIndustry #Georgia #China #Tourism #Aviation

Air China has officially launched direct flights from Beijing to Tbilisi, marking a major milestone in connecting China with Georgia. This new service, starting in December 2024, will operate three times a week, offering seamless travel for both business and tourism. With Georgia’s recent visa-free travel agreement with China, this direct route comes at the perfect time to boost tourism and strengthen bilateral trade relations. Chinese tourists, known for their long stays and high spending power, are expected to significantly contribute to Georgia’s tourism sector. Additionally, the improved connectivity will foster greater economic collaboration between the two nations. This step also supports Georgia’s ambition to become a central hub connecting Asia and Europe, enhancing its appeal as a top destination for Chinese travelers. Looking forward to seeing the growth in tourism and business opportunities that this new connection will bring! 🌍✨ https://lnkd.in/drqx6Xi5 #AirChina #DirectFlights #GeorgiaChinaRelations #TourismGrowth #BilateralTrade #TravelIndustry #Georgia #China #Tourism #Aviation

A new chapter in tourism development ( #China & #Canada) Details about these flight resumptions, and their impact on tourism, were highlighted on Saturday (Dec. 14) at a special brunch organized by the China National Tourist Office at the Westin Harbour Castle hotel in Toronto. Under the theme “New Chapter,” the event brought together leading airlines operating China-bound routes – specifically Air Canada, Cathay Pacific, Air China, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Hainan Airlines, Sichuan Airlines and Xiamen Airlines – tour operators and travel advisors. Canada and China have kickstarted the process of increasing the number of non-stop flights between the nations after Canada, just recently, scrapped a COVID-era cap on service. https://lnkd.in/g87SFw9M

🚄 Shanghai ➛ Beijing and Tokyo ➛ Osaka are the top rail travel routes in China and Japan respectively. These findings are from BCD Travel's Cities & Trends 2023 Report, based on BCD rail data from business travelers in China and Japan. Download the full report to learn more about APAC business travelers: https://lnkd.in/g5J5gP4K #BusinessTravel #TopDestinations #DestinationRankings #TravelTrends #BCDTravel

Chinese outbound tourism is set for a major comeback this #GoldenWeek. Air ticket sales have surged to 85% of pre-pandemic levels, and traveler sentiment is high. Asian destinations remain popular, starting with #Malaysia, #HongKong and #Singapore, but there's a growing interest in long-haul travel to #Europe, the #MiddleEast, and #Australia. Want to learn more? Read our latest #blog and join the webinar hosted by ForwardKeys and Dragon Trail International on Wednesday, 25 September (9 am UK, 4 pm China). https://lnkd.in/dYEbW8qs #traveltrends #tourism #travel #china #chinaoutbound #destinationmarketing #travelretail #luxury #Asia