China reportedly keeps top-secret watchlist of US travelers; China Southern signs new deals with 20 international partners.
"Unlimited" flight-pass programs face online backlash; Jin Jiang's Louvre Hotels launches extended-stay hybrid in Europe and China.
Since December 31, 2020 and up to March 31, 2021, Trip.com Group has made or proposed to make investments in OTA, virtual bank, hotel management, car service and hotel.
Meituan reports 354.5 million room nights booked in 2020, down by 9.7%; Hotel direct sales service provider Honey Guide secures tens of millions of yuan.
Hong Kong tells foreign governments to stop accepting special British passport; Travel to Xinjiang gains pace after foreign brands refuse region's cotton.
Hyatt increases footprint in Asia Pacific; Trip.com Group mimicks partner Tripadvisor with new content offerings.
Trip.com Group counts Baidu as top investor, overseas revenue drops significantly; China asks visa applicants to get inoculated with Chinese-made vaccines.
Visa rules relaxed for Chinese vaccine recipient in 26 countries; Cologne uses WeChat to attract Chinese tourists.