November 23, 2021
Travelers are looking to hotels as destinations, expecting new, immersive experiences. Image credit: The Ritz-Carlton, Nanjing
By Nora Howe
Despite a decrease in travel caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, demand for domestic tourism is growing in China, with younger travelers eager to gather meaningful, long-lasting experiences.
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