World Travel & Tourism Council on China Recovery

The transcript discusses the recovery of travel and tourism post-COVID-19, focusing on China, Hong Kong, and Macau. It highlights the slow return to pre-pandemic levels due to visa and air travel challenges. Domestic travel in China is strong, while international travel lags. The Chinese travel market is expected to grow significantly, potentially surpassing the US. Hong Kong and Macau are recovering with incentives and diversification. Global air travel faces uneven recovery, with Asia Pacific lagging due to airspace and slot issues. The luxury travel market remains strong, while business travel is slower to recover.

What strategies is the Hong Kong government implementing to attract international visitors?

How has the luxury travel market been affected compared to business travel post-pandemic?

In what ways has the travel behavior of Chinese travelers changed after the pandemic?