Travel Tech & Social Media
Alipay Data Shows Mobile Payment Catching on with Older Travelers
Alipay data about consumption habits of Chinese travelers during the Lunar New Year holiday shows that older generations are adopting the payment method. Read More
Mafengwo Tries to Lure Younger Travelers with Idol Group
Mafengwo recruited popular boy band ONER to share experiences about travel in New Zealand to help the online travel agency attract younger users. Read More
France’s Asian Art Collection Goes Digital with Tencent
The Guimet Museum in Paris has partnered with Tencent to digitize its Chinese art collection. The museum plans to expand its cooperation with Tencent. Read More
Sweden Trains Chinese Travel Trade with WeChat Mini-Program
Visit Sweden became the first national tourism board to launch a WeChat mini-program for China Travel Academy to train Chinese travel agents. Read More
Virtual Airport Services on WeChat Help Chinese Travelers Navigate the Gates
Tongcheng-Elong has launched a virtual airport guide through its WeChat mini-program to aid travelers navigate the terminal before departure. Read More
Online Travel Agencies Adapt to China’s New E-commerce Law
As China's new e-commerce law took effect on January 1, online travel agencies have had to adapt to changes in the way they sell value-added services. Read More
A Complaint Resolution Platform Rises to Address Dissatisfied Customers on Weibo
Sina has launched Black Cat Complaint, a service for customers to file complaints that also offers mediation services between customers and businesses. Read More
