8 incredible places to visit in and around Chengdu in China Once a hidden gem, Chengdu—the capital of China's Sichuan province— is fast becoming one of the country's most talked-about destinations. With an alluring blend of ancient tradition, fiery cuisine, and natural beauty (often showcased on social media), it's no surprise that the city is a rising favourite, with pre-summer bookings up over 180%. A notable rise in domestic and international flight routes, including greater connectivity via major hubs such as Shanghai and Beijing, is making the vibrant city more accessible than ever. And as travellers seek deeper, more immersive experiences beyond the bustling megacities, Chengdu, the City of Gastronomy designated by UNESCO, is emerging as the perfect counterpoint—rich in cul...
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Trip.com unveils 2025 Trip.Best global rankings: New destinations, themes & trends
New regional rankings: Trip.Best 2025 introduces Europe 100 and Americas 100 rankings for the first time, alongside existing Global 100 and Asia 100 rankings. New travel themes and features: New attraction themes like "Water Fun" and "Fall Views", plus, a "Destinations for the Months" feature now offers new month-by-month travel picks. Global highlights in Stays: Travellers increasingly prioritise luxury and unique experiences in their stays, with demand for bespoke high-end accommodations rising. Global highlights in Attractions: Theme parks continue to top global attraction rankings, reflecting the growing demand for family-friendly travel and immersive experiences. Global highlights in Restaurants: Travellers increasingly seek destinations where exceptional food experienc...
Read MoreTrip.com's 2024 Sustainable Travel Consumer Report insights released # Gap between awareness and action among travellers for sustainable travel # Around 54.7% of respondents seek access to sustainable options when booking online # Gen Z's attitudes toward sustainability highlight greater need for motivation and targeted engagement Trip.com Group, a leading global travel service provider, has revealed that while sustainability awareness is rising among travellers, there remains a gap between awareness and action. This is one of the key insights from the Sustainable Travel Consumer Report 2024 that the Group released recently. The report draws from 9,867 survey samples from 109 countries and territories, including the Asia-Pacific (APAC), Europe, the M...
Read MoreTrip.Gourmet announces Top Restaurants & New Features at Global Awards Refreshed global ranking now covers four new themes such as fine dining, best local flavours, light bites and best views Trip.Gourmet is now integrated with Trip.Best lists, a one-stop guide on Trip.com Trip.Gourmet now supports direct reservations at over 50,000 restaurants globally and has launched a new Food Guide Channel to share local culinary gems Dining at luxury hotel restaurants is a rising trend; new hotel bundles and mini-series launched Trip.Gourmet, Trip.com Group's leading food travel guide, has announced its top global restaurants at the Trip.Gourmet Global Rebrand Launch and Trip.Best Gourmet Awards at Sands Expo & Convention Centre at the iconic Marina Bay Sands. This ma...
Read More# Hotel de Crillon, A Rosewood Hotel, voted as the top luxury hotel in the world # Asian attractions chosen as best things to do # Hot springs and ski resorts globally are top-of-mind for travellers # Singapore dominates the restaurant scene in Asia # Three-Michelin-star Odette as the best fine-dining restaurant in Asia Leading online travel service provider Trip.com has released its 2024 Trip.Best Global and Asia 100 lists, a collection of curated travel rankings based on real user reviews and year-round sales popularity. These Trip.Best lists enable global travellers to select the best experiences a destination has to offer, including hotels and attractions, as well as lifestyle choices such as restaurants and nightlife. Top Hotels, Attractions, Nightlife, Restau...
Read MoreTrip.com Group launches free tours to turn your layover into a mini-vacation International layovers don't have to mean waiting for hours in the airport terminal; it's also possible to make the most of the short window of time and explore the country you're transiting in. Enter "Shanghai Express", free layover city tours launched by Trip.com Group to show travellers the top highlights of Shanghai before their next flight – all within a few hours. Starting from 15 April 2024, international travellers stopping by the Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) for over eight hours will have the opportunity to take part in these layover city tours – the first of their kind in Shanghai. You don't have to worry about researching where to go and how either, as these tours take charge of ev...
Read MoreAI revolution, and sustainable journeys take centre stage As the sun sets on 2023, Trip.com Group, a global leader in online travel services, reflects on the dynamic landscape of travel over the past year, offering insights into the trends set to shape the journey in 2024. AI takes centre stage in predictive planning for 2024 As we venture in 2024, the travel landscape is undergoing a paradigm shift, driven by the widespread integration of AI. Leading this transformative change is TripGenie, an advanced AI travel assistant that is integrated into the Trip.com mobile app. Leveraging cutting-edge large language model technologies, TripGenie, launched in 2023, has evolved into a personalised travel companion. It is reshaping the way we plan our journeys, from crafting bespoke iti...
Read MoreWTTC and Trip.com Group global traveller report reveals shift towards sustainable travel “Demand for travel is now stronger than ever” says WTTC President & CEO Julia Simpson A major new report by World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Trip.com Group, together with Deloitte, reveals a heightened appetite for sustainable tourism amongst consumers, with 69% of travellers actively seeking sustainable travel options. In this follow-up report, WTTC joined forces again with leading global travel service provider, Trip.com Group and its major consumer brands Trip.com, Ctrip and Skyscanner, with additional data sourced from Deloitte, to analyse the trends that shaped the Travel & Tourism sector last year and will continue to do so over 2023. The Mont des Arts or Kunst...
Read MoreNew report from WTTC and Trip.com Group reveals latest consumer trends and the shift in traveller behaviours # Bookings for ‘the great outdoors’ dominated in 2021# International spending expected to rise 94% in 2022# Eight out of 10 travellers will choose sustainable travel The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and Trip.com Group have launched ‘Trending in Travel’, a new report that shows the latest trends traveller behaviour and future booking patterns in the wake of COVID-19. WTTC, representing the global Travel & Tourism sector, joined forces with leading global travel service provider, Trip.com Group, and its major consumer brands Trip.com, Ctrip and Skyscanner, to analyse consumer trends shaping the recovery of the Travel & Tourism sector. WTTC’s late...
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