McDonald’s China opened its first ocean-themed restaurant on 27 October 2026 at Sea World in Shenzhen’s Nanshan District. The Wanghai Road branch combines a working restaurant with underwater footage, recycled furnishings and displays that explain where the fish in some of its burgers comes from. Developed with the Marine Stewardship Council, the project brings marine
China is broadening its tourism offering with robotics, artificial intelligence and industrial experiences that complement traditional sightseeing. Hangzhou has introduced organised technology routes, while Shenzhen offers examples of visitors exploring robots, drones and emerging transport services. Hangzhou’s programme, launched on 30 July 2026, introduced 20 technology attractions and 20 themed study routes. The initiative gives
China’s outbound travel surges in 2025 with high bookings in immersive, small-group tours, as AI tools and B2B engagement reshape global tourism strategies.
China’s service trade climbs to ¥3.89T in H1 2025—exports up 15%—driven by knowledge-intensive sectors like technology, finance, IP and explosive growth in travel services.
Mass flooding and extreme weather in China cause widespread flight delays and cancellations across Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Guangzhou airports.
Renaissance Hotels partners with Ma Boyong for “Discover The Lychee Road” campaign, offering immersive cultural travel experiences across 33 hotels in Greater China.
Major airlines expand long-haul networks in 2025 with new routes to the US, Canada, Europe, Australia, and Africa, boosting global travel connectivity.
Emirates wins 2025 Best Long Haul Airline at the Telegraph Travel Awards, reaffirming its global status through service excellence, innovation, and expansion.
BlackRock enforces strict travel rules for China trips amid cybersecurity and detention risks. Tourists and business travelers urged to follow updated safety tips.
Severe weather halts over 700 flights in Asia, impacting airlines like AirAsia, Emirates, Cathay Pacific, and Singapore Airlines. Passengers face chaos and delays.
Ferocious weather grounds 300+ flights across Asia, disrupting travel in China, India, Singapore, South Korea, Vietnam, and more. Travelers advised to stay alert.
Severe storms and poor visibility cause over 700 flight cancellations in Asia, disrupting travel for airlines like Emirates, AirAsia, and Singapore Airlines.
