HANGZHOU, China, Sept. 27, 2017 /PR Newswire/ -- Hangzhou's meetings, travel incentives, conventions and exhibitions - the (MICE) sector - have demonstrated remarkable growth and potential over the last few years, and has become an important driving force in promoting the city's globalization process.

Establishing the Hangzhou International Meeting Bidding Service Center, and Launching the "MICE Talent" program

Profound Accumulation Supports Globalization

The MICE sector in Hangzhou has taken a leading position among China's second tier cities over recent years. Overall, the vast majority of the businesses in the second tier cities are small and disorganized, with quite a large gap between their performance and the performance of their better organized competitors in Beijing and Shanghai. A Chinese observation says that the key to good policy is to first develop the right talent. Hangzhou, despite its second tier status, has so far proven to be the exception to the rule. The city launched several talent pool initiatives including the "MICE Talent" program this year, inviting professionals from within China as well as from abroad to provide special training for practitioners in the city's MICE industry. The instruction and advice has helped the practitioners upgrade their skill sets in a move to adapt to market changes. These efforts all focus on one key goal: to globalize Hangzhou's MICE sector by bringing all of its services up to internationally accepted standards and to persuade leading conference organizers to host events here.

As part of this initiative, the city government set up the Hangzhou International Meeting Bidding Service Center in June this year. The organization will, in collaboration with local companies, organizations and convention ambassadors, provide bidding services for international association conferences and other meetings. The establishment of the center is expected to strongly boost Hangzhou's MICE sector in its ability to win more conference bids, especially bids for international events.

"Hangzhou，Inspiring New Connections" Promotional Event

Inviting the Overseas PCOs to Hangzhou

Banquet at Hangzhou International Expo Center

Hangzhou has been actively expanding its market channels. The main components of the promotions scheduled for the second half of this year include the just-concluded "Hangzhou，Inspiring New Connections" event. The event brought together PCOs (professional conference organizers) internationally, giving them an opportunity to experience the full array of Hangzhou's rich MICE resources. This was achieved through a combination of interactive experiences and visits to sites that would bring event attendees in contact with Hangzhou's unique local features, among them, the China National Silk Museum, cruises on West Lake, tea-picking in Longjing Village and yacht racing. Hangzhou Tourism Commission, for the first time, ran an "overseas" event in parallel in Paris, France, at which they set up at various high-traffic locations within the city, the Hangzhou Reception Room and the Hangzhou Mobile Conference Room, two pop-up venues that were able to give European-based conference organizers a chance to experience the Chinese city without needing to make the several-thousand-kilometer journeys. Paris was chosen for this simultaneous event as the city and consistently holds the ranking as the number one MICE destination according to the International Congress & Convention Association (ICCA). Several events were conducted that allowed attendees in Hangzhou to communicate and interact with their counterparts in Paris. At the end of the event, a banquet and sharing session was held at Hangzhou International Expo Center, the main venue of the G20 summit. At the meeting, conference organizers from several countries had in-depth exchanges with executives from local companies in Hangzhou. Many of the organizers expressed their intent to choose Hangzhou as the venue for one of their future events.

"Hangzhou, Inspiring New Connections" is an innovative example of the kind of cross-border and cross-sector collaboration that has been made possible as a result of the efforts of Hangzhou's MICE sector. Hangzhou plans to continue expanding its integrated conference destination marketing efforts, to further promote the city's global strategy and transform itself into one of the world's preferred destinations.

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BEIJING, Sept. 27, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- On September 24, a list of cultural and creative items were recognized for the"Big Dipper Award" created by Ordos, Inner Mongolia. As an important accomplishment of the 2^nd Ordos International Conference for Culture & Creativity (referred to as "OICC II"), it not only honored numerous domestic and foreign cultural masters and creative talents present at the conference, but also highlighted the economic transformation of this resourceful city.The conference was jointly organized by the China Internet Information Center and the municipal government of Ordos. 

Embracing the Spring of Culture and Creativity, Contributing to the Rejuvenation of the Country

In the past, there were many misunderstandings about "cultural industries". The success of OICC II represented yet another radical reform of cultural system. A large number of domestic and foreign experts and scholars stressed during the two-day forum that a cultural industry does not mean "industrialization of culture". Instead, it is an industry of commodities relating to production, sales and human psychological consumption. It can be said that the essence of a cultural industry, with creativity as the fundamental means, cultural content and creative results as core value, and intellectual property or consumption as transaction characteristics, creates social wealth and promotes social progress and the people's overall quality.

In a speech of the opening ceremony, Wang Qiguo, judge of Big Dipper Award and a researcher of Institute for Cultural Industries, Peking University, specifically pointed out: "The cultural industry represented the 1.0 Era, while the cultural and creative industry is the 2.0 Era. Chinese economic society is urgently seeking new impetus for sustainable development today. Networks provide us with another path, which solves quality problems. It brings competitiveness and high added value. 'Internet+' and 'Culture and Creative+' are promoting the rise of China. When the two pillar industries rise to new heights, the country can take off and maintain great power!" This opinion also shows the consensus shared by the new generation of cultural and creative workers in China. Just as the well-known management scientist Peter Drucker once said, "What promotes economic development is not Fortune 500. They only decide the media headlines. It is unknown start-ups and SMEs that account for the largest proportion of GDP; what really promotes social progress is not the few star-like CEOs, but the people who are working silently."

Opening up the Cultural and Creative Industrial Chain and Exploring Sustainable Urban Development

Faced with a series of in-depth issues concerning the world's unprecedented economic development, the enlightenment and ideas of developed countries are particularly worthy of reference. OICC  II definitely absorbed these useful inspirations to open up a cultural and creative industrial chain from new foundations and create a benign cycle where "culture and creativity promotes economic growth, while economic growth incubates cultural and creative ideas". On the one hand, the conference highlighted the gathering of "the people", attracting thousands of quality cultural and creative works from across the world by setting up the "Big Dipper Award" at the front end of the industrial chain; on the other hand, it launched an IP Incubation Fund of RMB 300 million for the back end of the industrial chain, forming an incubation ecology of "cultural and creative people + creative works and projects + funds". The Ordos Local Government plays the role of an intermediary and supporter for the entire industrial chain through issuing a series of opening up and win-win policies, guiding and safeguarding the development of the cultural and creative industry.

On the fringes of OICC II, a Role Creative Carnival was successfully held, with numerous original IP works displayed. The down-to-earth and popular interactive activity was a highlight of the overall event. For many cultural and creative new talents, their dream is to build a platform of happiness and mutual exchanges. Besides, with the support of the newly-launched Fund, it will be easier to recognize and promote good creativity and works. It will definitely contribute to the blossoming and prosperous development of the Chinese cultural and creative industry, enabling Ordos to embark a path of sustainable development with transformation and upgrade.

Integrate into the "B&R" Initiative, Promote Common Development of the Region

Ordos was a hot spot of the thousand-year Silk Road. Over many centuries, the land witnessed cultural and economic integration and development; also, Ordos is an economic center on the extension line of North Xinjiang as the Belt and Road  Initiative specifies. Its breakthrough in the cultural and creative field is also a response and a trigger for a "B&R" cultural and creative boom.

Ordos is a latecomer as well as forerunner. It can inherit the achievements of many brother cities. Moreover, it actively comprehends the value and significance of culture and creativity in promoting regional economy of the B&R. Quite a few of the OICC II topics focused on discussion of the ties between culture & creativity and economic growth, such as speeches of Culture & Creativity and "B&R" Practice, Cultural and Creative Development in Pakistan, Culture & Creativity Leads Ordos to Pursue Profound Economic and Social Changes and Culture & Creativity and the Realization of Innovative Strategy of Dongsheng District.

In addition, OICC II was star-studded, fully reflecting the cultural inclusiveness of the Belt and Road Initiative. Of them, there were well-known masters and excellent creative teams from the "B&R" countries, e.g., Netherlands, Italy, Pakistan, Iran, Thailand and Bangladesh; internationally-recognized architects Daniel Libeskind, Eric Owen Moss,  He Wei, Emmi Keskisarja; Chen Yaoguang, Zheng Shiliang, Feng Yu, Tang Hanzhong and other renowned interior designers, as well as product cross-field artist Daan Roosegaarde; well-known home designer, product designers Ye Yuxuan and Cai Wanya, graphic designers Yangzi and Zhang Zijian, etc.

The whole event represented a magnificent chapter of the city's cultural and creative industry. Its opinions, works and achievements will take more time to be absorbed and promoted.

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Sanya expected to become the new destination of choice for Northern European travel service providers

COPENHAGEN, Denmark, Sept. 28, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- The Sanya Celebration, an international tourism promotional event themed "Beautiful Sanya, Romantic Paradise" and organised by the city's municipal government, came to a successful conclusion in Copenhagen, Denmark on September 25-26, 2017. The tourism officials forming the roadshow's delegation gave a comprehensive presentation on Sanya and its tourism resources, highlighting the resort's advantages as a travel destination as well as the strong portfolio of tourism products, in a move to heighten awareness and increase the number of Northern European travellers choosing Sanya as a destination for their holidays or as a locale to conduct a business meeting or conference. The event received warm responses from Copenhagen-based attendees. Guests including Liu Dong, Consul of Culture at the Embassy of the People's Republic of China in Denmark, Zhang Li, director of the China Cultural Center in Denmark, Charlotte, an official from the Danish Tourist Board, Heidi Wang, a member of the Copenhagen City Council, Jasper Schou, an official of the Copenhagen municipal government, and Rito Nielson, secretary-general of Danish-Chinese Business Forum, attended the event.

Guests at the opening ceremony

With a focus on describing what Sanya as a city can offer and the kind of experience travellers can expect once they arrive there, the event highlighted Sanya's strong line-up of tourism offerings, including points of interest for sightseeing, leisure vacation spots, the availability of aquatic sports, golf courses, traditional Chinese physiotherapy, and facilities specializing in MICE (meeting, incentive, convention and exhibition) events as well as activities that can be enjoyed by the whole family, in addition to accommodations for vacation, business and honeymoon travel. Two unique features of Sanya are its tropical rainforests and its facilities set up to heighten interest in ocean sciences. The roadshow is expected to encourage more travellers from Denmark and the countries of Northern Europe to choose Sanya as a travel destination.

Fu Junli, Honorary President of the Sanya People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, gave Danish attendees a presentation on the many ways that one can spend their time in Sanya, including sea cruises and yacht tours, low-altitude sightseeing flights, tax-free shopping, wellness travel and excursions that focus on learning about the world's many cultures. Ms. Fu also invited the attendees to pay a visit to Sanya for relaxation or to explore business investment opportunities.

Fu Junli, Honorary President of Sanya People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, delivering a speech at The Sanya Celebration roadshow

Mr. Schou, on behalf of the Copenhagen municipal government, met with the Sanya delegation and expressed his warm welcome. Sanya is expected to attract more Danish visitors with its sunny climate complemented by tropical blue waves lapping sandy white beaches.

Mr. Nielson said that the local attendees to the event were stunned by the performances of Sanya's breath-taking ethnic dances, the unique sound of the nose flute and the leaf-whistling of the Li ethnic minority. As the Danish attendees gained a better understanding of the exotic thrills that were on offer, many expressed a ready willingness to include Sanya in their upcoming travel or vacation plans.

Rito Nielson, secretary-general of Danish-Chinese Business Forum, delivering a speech at The Sanya Celebration roadshow

The singing and dancing performance, the tourism video, the exhibition of local folk culture, and the presentation on what the destination can offer a couple on their honeymoon drew a sizeable audience. The most compelling characteristics of the city as a romantic coastal destination were highlighted to each of the attendees. On the heels of having successfully hosted the Miss World Final six times, the famous pageant returns to Sanya again this year, further enhancing the city's position as an ideal destination for the event. Sanya has also taken advantage of its long list of honeymoon travel resources to, over the years, continuously roll out a variety of travel packages and services for newlyweds, leading to rapid growth in the local honeymoon travel market. Preliminary government data shows that, in 2016, approximately 300,000 couples sought the services of the city's wedding photography firms, while more than 10,000 couples chose the city for that all important post-nuptial getaway. Sanya is on a fast growth track to becoming a leading wedding and honeymoon destination.

Copenhagen-based attendees visiting the exhibition area for Sanya’s crafts

Copenhagen-based attendees visiting the exhibition area for Sanya’s local specialty products

A promotional meeting was held during the 2017 Sanya Celebration to give Scandinavian travel agencies an illustrated presentation on Sanya's tropical tourism accommodations, which include an array of well-known Chinese and international hotel brands, each highlighting their unique Oriental features. A series of signature tourism packages catering variously to the whole family, to newlyweds, as well as to lovers of golf and aquatic sports, are rolled out. Currently, Sanya has scheduled flight services to and from 20 international destinations and is home to over 40 international hotel brands. Travellers from 26 countries, including Denmark, now enjoy visa-free access to Sanya where tourism facilities, including hotels, places of interest, guide services, eating establishments and shopping outlets in addition to a range of public services, have been upgraded to meet the diversified needs and expectations of travellers from all over the world. In addition, Sanya's tour guides have each been given extensive training which has upgraded their English skills in a move to facilitate their communications with international visitors so that they can move about Sanya with ease while having access to quality travel services that make them feel at home. With the evolution of new forms of travel, including sea cruises and yacht tours, low-altitude sightseeing flights, tax-free shopping, wellness travel and excursions that focus on learning about the world's many cultures, Sanya has constantly increased its appeal to international travellers.

The Sanya Celebration promotional meeting

Fu Junli, Honorary President of Sanya People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, giving Sanya-themed gifts to Heidi Wang, a member of the Copenhagen City Council, and Jasper Schou, an official from the Copenhagen municipal government, at The Sanya Celebration promotional meeting

Denmark-based travel agencies who attended the meeting noted that the event allowed them to get a much better understanding of Sanya, as the destination continues to get increased attention from international travellers for its many charms. The event is expected to further deepen the tourism cooperation between Denmark and Sanya and yield win-win results for both sides.

Adris Ahmad, an executive from Express Travel said: "I'm glad to have had a chance to see the amazing Sanya. From what I have seen, the destination can meet and even exceed the expectations of different categories of tourists, with its beautiful tropical tourism resources, including sunshine, sea and sand, in addition to the many convenient and comfortable tourism facilities. The city is sure to become a new destination choice for Northern European travel service providers. We expect to continue enhancing our cooperation with the open-minded coastal city of Sanya. "

Group photo of attendees taking part in The Sanya Celebration promotional meeting

The Sanya Celebration has already made stops in Bangkok, Thailand, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Jakarta, Indonesia, Almaty, Kazakhstan, Moscow, Russia, London, England and Frankfurt, Germany, and now moves to Copenhagen. Sanya's municipal government said that future stops for the roadshow include Sweden, as well other countries that are the main sources of visitors to Sanya. At each stop they plan to host promotional events with the aim of enhancing the awareness and heightening the reputation of Sanya in international tourism markets.

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SINGAPORE, Sept. 28, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Collaborating with new partner, namely V Hotel Group, BookDoc Activ now promises more treats for users who work on staying active. Users will enjoy rewards such as discount at all hotels of V Hotel Group, with portfolio of hotel brands such as V Hotel, Hotel Boss, Hotel Mi, Hotel 81, Value Hotel and Venue Hotel.

"We have operational presence in four (4) countries and collaboration with reward partners in twelve(12) countries. The objective of this application is to motivate users to start living a healthier lifestyle," said BookDoc founder and chief executive officer Dato' Chevy Beh.

The feature rewards its users according to their average daily steps which was tiered bronze, silver gold and platinum. Being able to sync with other health applications such as Apple Health, Samsung Health and Google Fit, it enables users to efficiently keep track of their daily exercise and get rewarded for it. By maintaining a high level of activity, users would also get discounts or freebies from major retailers and service providers, may it be at their home country or cross country redemption on monthly basis.

"BookDoc Activ does so through positive reinforcement, and with a low cost of entry. We hope to begin a social fitness movement, bringing in more partners and users, and expand and innovate to encourage even more types of healthy behaviour," said Beh.

Exercising is crucial in preventing short and non-communicable diseases, so BookDoc is urging the nation to stay healthy and reduce healthcare cost while saving money with the rewards gained.

"When the application first started, we helped users arrange their medical appointments, but I believe prevention is better than cure, so that is why BookDoc Activ was launched," added Beh.

V Hotel Group's Executive Director, Ms Carolyn Choo said, "Wellness tourism has been around for centuries and hotel industry definitely play in complementing its' positive development. We like BookDoc app's features: bringing convenience to the public from connecting to nearby healthcare professionals instantly to encouraging fit and active lifestyles in such an innovative way. It is an honour to be able to join forces with BookDoc in bringing more healthy options to the mass."

BookDoc app is downloadable for free on either App Store or Google Play Store. BookDoc will have ongoing partnerships with major retailers and service providers every month for its users. Users will get rewards for achieving an average-daily-step threshold set inside the app.

About BookDoc

BookDoc, with presence in Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong and Thailand, is an online platform that operates across the healthcare continuum connecting patients to healthcare professionals anytime and anywhere, while incentivising all to stay active.

BookDoc has established an integrated online ecosystem for local and overseas health travellers. The ecosystem allows users to search and book healthcare professionals anytime and anywhere, and integrates seamlessly with navigation (Google Map, Waze), transport (Grab, Uber, AirAsia), accommodation (Agoda and Airbnb) and recommended restaurants & attractions (TripAdvisor) for a hassle-free and enjoyable experience to healthcare appointments. In addition, through BookDoc Activ, it rewards users for maintaining high level of activity by partnering major retailers and service providers that offer users discounts for achieving reward tiers based on activity level.

The company is backed by a diverse group of investors from entrepreneurs to seasoned healthcare and insurance professionals, banker, regulators as well  as  ICT  professionals.  It has made records in achieving the highest pre-seed and seed valuation in Asia Technology Start-up history. It is available online at www.bookdoc.com, App Store and Google Play Store.

About V Hotel Group

V Hotel Group is an established hospitality group in Singapore for more than 2 decades. It has a portfolio of 6 hotel brands, including V Hotel, Hotel Boss, Hotel Mi, Hotel 81, Value Hotel and Venue Hotel, operating more than 6,500 rooms across the country, catering to both business and leisure travellers. For more information, please logon to the respective brand website www.vhotel.sg, www.hotelboss.sg, www.hotelmi.com, www.hotel81.com.sg, www.valuehotel.sg and www.venuehotel.sg.

For More Information, please contact

Name: Ms. Valerie Voon
Tel: +6019-336 6758
Email: valerievoon@bookdoc.com

First Hilton Garden Inn opens in the Chinese city of Shiyan

SHIYAN, HUBEI, China and MCLEAN, Va., Sept. 28, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the opening of Hilton Garden Inn Shiyan, the first Hilton Garden Inn and second Hilton property in Shiyan, following the opening of DoubleTree by Hilton Shiyan.

Hilton Gears Up to Enter Midscale Segment in Shiyan

"Hilton Garden Inn Shiyan offers midscale accommodation options and modern amenities to cater to the needs of today's busy travelers," said John Greenleaf, global head, Hilton Garden Inn. "With more than 700 Hilton Garden Inn hotels worldwide, we have a proven track record of ensuring exceptional and memorable experiences for guests, through our high standards of comfort and thoughtful touches."

Conveniently situated in the city center, Hilton Garden Inn Shiyan enjoys easy access to Shiyan Train Station and Shiyan Wudangshan Airport. The hotel is a short drive away from the Wudang Mountains -- a UNESCO World Heritage Site home to a famous complex of Taoist temples. Hilton Garden Inn Shiyan is also close to corporate office buildings as well as various entertainment, shopping and dining options.

"Hilton Garden Inn Shiyan is strategically located in the heart of Shiyan, a town of great importance in Hubei. As we continue to expand our global footprint, we remain committed to growing our presence in China in the right location and at the right time to meet the evolving needs and preferences of our guests," said Qian Jin, area president, Greater China and Mongolia. "We recently marked the opening of Hilton's 200th Asia Pacific hotel with Waldorf Astoria Chengdu, and are pleased to be adding Hilton Garden Inn Shiyan to our portfolio to address the growing midscale travel segment."   

Hilton Garden Inn Shiyan offers 152 stylish guest rooms, including 16 family guest rooms with separate living rooms, and one deluxe suite. The hotel provides an abundance of amenities to elevate guests' stay experience, including bedding with hypoallergenic pillows, 43-inch HDTVs, and generous work surfaces with ergonomic chairs and mini-fridges. Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi access is available throughout the hotel and guests can enjoy the convenience of a 24-hour gym and a self-service laundromat.

With a total of 210 square meters of flexible meeting space and four meeting rooms in total, Hilton Garden Inn Shiyan offers a variety of events packages. Meeting spaces are designed to maximize natural light and outfitted with state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment.

Dining options at Hilton Garden Inn Shiyan include:

• The Garden Grille®, which offers a scrumptious cooked-to-order breakfast as well as lunch and dinner.
• The Garden Bar®, which serves drinks, cocktails and light fare.
• The Pavilion Pantry®, which offers guests ultimate convenience with an assortment of takeaway items available 24/7. Guests can pick up a snack on the go or a quick meal to prepare in the hospitality center with refrigerator and microwave for use.

Hilton Garden Inn Shiyan is part of Hilton Honors®, the award-winning guest-loyalty program for Hilton's 14 distinct hotel brands. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits, including a flexible payment slider that allows members to choose nearly any combination of Points and money to book a stay, an exclusive member discount and free standard Wi-Fi. To celebrate the hotel's opening, Hilton Honors members will earn an additional 1,000 Hilton Honors Points per night when booking directly with Hilton.

Owned by Chongqing Guo Rui Holdings Group Co., Ltd., Hilton Garden Inn Shiyan is located at No.9, Kaixuan Avenue, Shiyan, Hubei, P.R. China.

For more information or to make a reservation, please contact the hotel at +86 719 8628888

Read more about Hilton Garden Inn at www.hgi.com and www.news.hgi.com.

About Hilton Garden Inn

The award-winning Hilton Garden Inn hotel brand provides business and leisure guests with upscale yet affordable accommodations and modern amenities they prefer for a successful and comfortable stay. The satisfaction promise affirms that Hilton Garden Inn will do whatever it takes to ensure every guest is satisfied, or they don't pay. You can count on us. Guaranteed™. As a recognized F&B leader, Hilton Garden Inn caters to guests' dining needs by serving cooked-to-order breakfast daily and offering full service restaurants and bars. Team Members operating at more than 740 hotels around the world are committed to guaranteeing today's busy travelers have a bright and satisfying hospitality experience from the first hello when they arrive. Hilton Garden Inn is part of Hilton Honors, the award-winning guest-loyalty program for Hilton's 14 distinct hotel brands. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits, including a flexible payment slider that allows members to choose nearly any combination of Points and money to book a stay, an exclusive member discount that can't be found anywhere else, free standard Wi-Fi and digital amenities like digital check-in with room selection and Digital Key (select locations), available exclusively through the industry-leading Hilton Honors app. For more information about Hilton Garden Inn, visit www.hgi.com or news.hgi.com or connect on social media at Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram.

About Hilton

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) is a leading global hospitality company, with a portfolio of 14 world-class brands comprising more than 5,000 properties with more than 825,000 rooms in 103 countries and territories. Hilton is dedicated to fulfilling its mission to be the world's most hospitable company by delivering exceptional experiences – every hotel, every guest, every time. The company's portfolio includes Hilton Hotels & Resorts, Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, Conrad Hotels & Resorts, Canopy by Hilton, Curio Collection by Hilton^TM, DoubleTree by Hilton, Tapestry Collection by Hilton^TM, Embassy Suites by Hilton, Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton by Hilton, Tru by Hilton, Homewood Suites by Hilton, Home2 Suites by Hilton and Hilton Grand Vacations. The company also manages an award-winning customer loyalty program, Hilton Honors. Hilton Honors members who book directly through preferred Hilton channels have access to instant benefits, including a flexible payment slider that allows members to choose exactly how many Points to combine with money, an exclusive member discount that can't be found anywhere else and free standard Wi-Fi. Visit newsroom.hilton.com for more information and connect with Hilton on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube. 

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NEW YORK, Sept. 28, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Nanchang is a famous historical and cultural city which is praised by Wang Bo, a famous poet in Tang Dynasty, as "richly endowed with nature resources and glorified by outstanding talents". In modern times, it becomes a true city of heroes because of the"Nanchang Uprising". In order to make all people know about the charm of Nanchang and recognized the "hero culture", and also to further build the Nanchang "the City of Heroes" international tourism image, Nanchang City Tourism Development Committee heavily launched a series of promotional activities in overseas regions in 2017.

City propaganda posters

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As the first overseas promotion, on the occasion of the ninetieth anniversary of the founding of the Chinese People's Liberation Army, Nanchang City Tourism Development Committee will exhibit "Chinese style" posters and a fifteen second-promotional video, "the City of Heroes", in New York, the United States and Tokyo, Japan. The exquisite posters and the international promoting videos will not only, show Nanchang as a "a City of Heroes" from different aspects, but also be an important window for the entire world to know about Nanchang.

After the promotional video of Nanchang,"the City of Heroes", shined overseas and gained a great success, Nanchang Municipal Tourism Committee did not stop the pace, but chose to continue to expand. On September 25th, the eve of the National Day, to celebrate the birthday of the motherland, the Municipal Tourism Commission once again came to the Times Square in New York, which is called "crossroads of the world", and a global concert called "Nanchang Military Festival" was planned for the "American Time Square military performance". At the time, they will invite musicians from three countries: Japan, the United States and China, to form a performance team to play military music of various countries and Chinese "red" music.

"Nanchang Military Festival" is a unique and charming cultural brand of Nanchang, and military music is the most popular in the city. This time, Nanchang City Tourism Commission chose to move "Nanchang Military Festival" onto the world stage, contributing to not only "ensemble" with Nanchang and the global musicians but also a "resonance" between China's "hero culture" and the world culture. 

When the solemn majestic" volunteer march "resounded in New York Times Square; when a band of world military band plays "a song of heroism"; when the scene of military performance and the promotional video of Nanchang "the City of Heroes" echoes, the sounds will have a positive influence on listeners.

Nanchang City Tourism Commission through a series of overseas promotional activities spared no effort to show the world the unique charm of Nanchang, and let the tourism brand of Nanchang "the City of heroes" attract attention nationally and globally.

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"Destination - Business - People" continued to be the brand pillars to strengthen Thailand's position as a leading Bleisure destination in the region.

BANGKOK, Sept. 28, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (Public Organization) or TCEB unveiled the marketing communication campaign for the year 2018 entitled "THAILAND CONNECT Your Vibrant Journey to Business Success, decoded with chapters of possibilities". Built on a legacy of the existing branded campaign, the core concept of the 2018 campaign is aimed at further enhancing a position of Thailand as leading Bleisure destination in the region. The bureau expects that, by the end of next year, the country will welcome 1,192,000 international MICE visitors which generate revenue of 112 billion baht.

Mrs. Supawan Teerarat, Vice President of TCEB's Strategic and Business Development, said "TCEB develops the operational strategy to be in parallel with the country's economic development scheme. The objective is to promote the MICE industry into a key mechanism for propelling the national economy, guided by the government's vision of Stability, Prosperity, and Sustainability. A vital part of the strategy is the marketing communication which TCEB implements to enhance the uniqueness of the Thai MICE industry. Through the recent marketing communication campaign, "THAILAND CONNECT Your Vibrant Journey to Business Success", TCEB has been introducing key fundamental pillars of MICE industry which include a diversity of destination, business opportunities, and people of Thailand. These strengths are well positioning Thailand as a leading destination for Bleisure activities in the region.

Moving to the next level of success, the concept of TCEB's 2018 marketing campaign is strengthened and developed to be in line with Thailand 4.0 policy. Under the title "THAILAND CONNECT Your Vibrant Journey to Business Success, decoded with chapters of possibilities", the three pillars of the country's MICE industry remain the key focus. Strengthening into "Fascinating Destination - Business Empowerment - Professional Passion", TCEB will continue to promote theses brand pillars via the vigorous promotional activities throughout next year."

The emphasis of three fundamental pillars in TCEB's 2018 campaign:

1. Fascinating Destination: Explore vibrant destinations brimming with captivating Inspirations. The key elements of the value proposition include:

• Perfect stops for Bleisure Trips: Concentration on quality business and leisure activity has helped Thailand's competitiveness rise in global rankings. The country is ranked the 24^th place of the Most Popular MICE Destination in the recent ranking, conducted by International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA). Leading MICE cities namely Bangkok, Pattaya and Chang Mai also perform well in the ICCA's ranking. In addition, the recent report from the World Bangkok showed that Thailand is ranked the 46^th place on the Ease of Doing Business. For tourism, Phuket is ranked the 25^th place in the Travellers' Top-Rated Places - the world, by TripAdvisor.
• Extensive accessibility and Travel Routes: The expansion of basic infrastructure and MICE facilities offers endless opportunities for the business. Major development projects underway include international airports capacity expansion, U-Tapao International Airport upgrade, Laem Chabang Deep Sea Port expansion, and High-Speed Train development.
• Colouring your business journey: By offering the 'real experience' through fun-filled activities that combined with a uniqueness of Thai culture, Thailand can transform an ordinary business event into a unique and impressive experience. Examples of highlighted experiences are such as CSR experience - reforestation without planting, or culinary experience - Thai cooking class which showcases the cultural wisdom.

2. Business Empowerment: Resourceful Thailand offers essential collaborations for international opportunities. The key features include:

• Progressive platform for business ventures: The country offers growth opportunities for new business ventures that align with Thailand 4.0 economic policy and the future industries which support the future competitiveness (New S-Curve), as well as the Thailand's Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC) project which is the Special Economic Zone (SEZ) of ASEAN.
• Innovative borderless connectivity: Utilizing innovation to enhance the effectiveness of communications and business networking activities. The SMART MICE events are encouraged through online marketing promotion campaigns and the development of a digital platform that help to facilitate the event organisers.
• The Heart of energetic collaboration: International and domestic collaborations for business events will highlight Thailand's leading role as MICE destination in Asia. Examples of international and domestic collaborations include TCEB & PCMA (Professional Convention Management Association) and TCEB & TEAM THAILAND.

3. Professional Passion: Meet passionate professionals with a touch of Thai vibrancy. Key features include:

• Positive energy of warm and engaging Thais: Outstanding collaborative efforts between public and private sectors make it so much easier for international travellers to attend business events in Thailand. TCEB's cooperation projects that showcase a warm welcoming to MICE visitors are the MICE Lane and the Thai Welcome Package.
• Highly-skilled and effective talents: The competence of professionals in the Thai MICE industry is guaranteed by international institutions of human resource development, such as Certificated Exhibitions Management (CEM), and Certified Meeting Professional (CMP).

TCEB's 2018 marketing communication campaign was launched at the 25^th Incentive Travel & Convention, Meetings Asia (IT&CMA), and the 20^th Corporate Travel World Asia-Pacific (CTW Asia-Pacific). The IT&CM Asia is recognised as the leading international MICE event centered in Asia-Pacific. The show has been held in Thailand for 16 consecutive years and will continue until the year 2020. In this year, IT&CMA takes place during 26-28 September at the Bangkok Convention Centre at Central World. The show expects to welcome 2,900 trade visitors from 50 countries.

At the show, TCEB exhibits Thailand's readiness and the country's vast potential through the Thailand Pavilion. Located at the Booth No. B1, the largest pavilion at the show is a platform for 63 leading suppliers from the Thai MICE industry to jointly present premium products and services to international buyers. TCEB also hosted an opening ceremony and welcome reception, held under the theme "Still on my mind" reflecting the impression of Thailand that inspire visitors to revisit the country.

In addition, the bureau supported the pre and post tour activities providing opportunities for international delegates to discover the potential of Thailand as a destination for MICE. The pre-tour was conducted at the Sampran Riverside offering the 'real experience' through activities which combine the Thai agricultural science and incentive activities. Meanwhile, the post-tour is held in two routes, Chiang Mai and Trang, showcasing the MICE facilities which are capable for the corporate events.

"The marketing campaign is aimed at raising the industry profile and visits. TCEB expects that by the end of the year 2018, there will be 1,192,000 international MICE visitors, generating 112 billion baht of revenue to the country. International events which will be held in Thailand in the coming years include: the 2018 MDRT Experience and Global Conference during 1-8 February; Bangkok Entertainment Fest during March-June; Sport Accord Convention 2018 during 15-20 April; ASEAN Sustainable Energy Week 2018  during 6-9 June; ProPak Asia 2018 during 13-16 June;  the 45^th International Council for Traditional Music (ICTM 2019) during 7-14 July; the 31st Congress of Asia-Pacific Association of Cataract & Refractive Surgeon (APACRS 2018) during 19-21 July; Beyond Beauty Asean Bangkok 2018 during 20-22 September; and Metalex 2018 during 21-24 November," Mrs. Supawan concluded.

About TCEB

Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) - the government leading edge agency - has been the key to success for a wide range of global & regional business events since 2004. With our key strategic model, Growth Driver; TCEB works as your strategic business partner, delivers creative ideas, and provides solutions from our capable resources for every scale and various customised business events.

TCEB has formed numerous collaborations and networks linked to open up grand new chapters of business opportunities, and to strategically enhance every business success with special care that will spur lasting advancement and achievements. Our goal is to equipping business events industry at national, regional, and global stage for continuous development, long-term growth and sustainable success.

For further information, please contact: Corporate Communications Division, Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (Public Organization)  

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GUANGZHOU, China, Sept. 28, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Guangdong province received 8.33 million tourists during the summer holiday of 2017 (July 1 - Aug. 31), increasing by 54% compared to last year's figures, according to a research report on summer holiday tourism jointly released by Tourism Administration of Guangdong Province and Tongcheng (LY.COM, an online travel agency). Coastal tourism, which is the most popular with tourists, tops the list.

During the period, fourteen coastal cities in Guangdong province received 7.34 million tourists with a year-on-year growth of 55%, accounting for 88% of the total tourists to Guangdong. Guangzhou and Shenzhen hit the highest number with 40% and 25% respectively, while Zhanjiang, Maoming and Dongguan recorded the strongest increases of 95%, 85% and 71% respectively.

Hailing Island in Yangjiang city has always been one of the most popular coastal destinations for tourists planning for their summer vacation. According to official figures released by Hailing Island Economic Development Pilot Zone, Hailing, in July and August, attracted 3.52 million visitors and brought about 2.4 billion yuan of tourist income, increasing year-on-year by 8.9% and 8% respectively. Also, it saw a huge rise in the number of visitors from northern regions and other provinces including Hunan and Guangxi as well as a remarkable growth in group travels.

It is said that besides regular attractions, Dajiao Bay in Hailing Island has introduced various programs, such as coastal music and dance performances, parade floats, symphonies, a water-splashing festival, a beer festival and a VR experience center. The new efforts applauded by tourists brought in 30% more visitors than last year. The Bay attracted increasingly more tourists from outside Guangdong and China, which are made up mainly of family tours.

Also, Nanhai One (South China Sea No. 1) reopened to the public in August after a half year of upgrading. It is a wooden vessel for transporting goods and trading with foreign countries along the Maritime Silk Road, which sank in the beginning of the Southern Song Dynasty. The wreck was exhibited for the first time in 2007 in the Maritime Silk Road Museum of Guangdong. This year, the Museum attracts tourists to coastal areas with the improvement of the tour route (extended from 800 meters to 1500 meters) and more exhibits (added from 416 pieces to over 2000 pieces). It includes dozens of valuable items from Nanhai One, among which are exotic gold ornaments, elegant chinaware and very rare lacquerware from the Song Dynasty.

Highlights:

Tourists preferred destinations with themes. Among the tourists who came to Guangdong during summer vacation season in 2017, 51% of them chose aquariums, hot springs, the water world, historical sites, rafting and flower viewing.

Singapore was the most popular overseas trip destination. For overseas travel, 55% of Guangdong residents chose Singapore, Vietnam and Japan as their destinations. The choices of Germany and Belgium witnessed rapid growth.

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HAIKOU, China, Sept. 28, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Hainan Cultural Exchange Tour, aimed at promoting Hainan's distinctive culture, came to its last stop -- Ulan Bator, capital of Mongolia, on September 25 and held an art show with distinctive Hainan features on the evening of September 26.

During the activity, Lin Guangqiang, Deputy Director of Publicity Department of the CPC Hainan Provincial Committee noted in the meeting with officials of Ulan Bator municipal government that Mongolian long tune, horse head string instrument and Khoomei with distinctive cultural features of nomadic people are popular with Hainan citizens. He hoped that the bilateral exchanges and cooperation in culture and art can enhance Mongolian people's understanding about Hainan culture and meanwhile promote the diversified development of Hainan culture.

On the evening, roughly 20 performers from Song and Dance Troupe of Hainan Province gave performances with distinctive Hainan features like song and dance of Li ethnic group, folk song solos, and ethnic instruments playing. Mongolian artists also made contributions to the show. People from the culture and art circle of Ulan Bator and from overseas Chinese society as well as overseas Chinese students and citizens of Ulan Bator constituted an audience of hundreds of people.

Hainan Cultural Exchange Tour, hosted by Publicity Department of the CPC Hainan Provincial Committee, has been successively held in Saint Petersburg and Moscow shortly before.

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HAIKOU, China, Sept. 28, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Hainan Cultural Exchange Tour, aimed at promoting Hainan's distinctive culture, came to its second stop -- Moscow on September 23.

Lin Guangqiang, Deputy Director of Publicity Department of the CPC Hainan Provincial Committee noted in his meeting with officials of Moscow municipal government that Russia enjoys rich and colorful culture and art. He hoped the bilateral exchanges and cooperation in culture and art can enhance Russian people's understanding about Hainan culture and meanwhile promote the diversified development of Hainan culture. Besides, he expected that both parties can establish partnership in media communication, training for bilingual talents of Chinese and Russian, and other fields.

Tskhovrebov, Deputy Director of Moscow Municipal Bureau of Culture, said that China's Hainan Province is world-renowned for its tourism resources. Currently, the close Sino-Russia relationship will bring more and closer cooperation between Russia and Hainan.

In the afternoon, Song and Dance Troupe of Hainan Province gave performances at Sparrow Hills Children's Palace. Performances with distinctive Hainan features like song and dance of Li ethnic group, folk song solos, and ethnic instruments playing attracted hundreds of people including staff from Moscow government bodies and overseas Chinese society as well as students and citizens.

It was learned that Hainan received visitors totaling 405,800 person-times, including 164,000 visits from Russia between January and July, 2017.

Hainan Cultural Exchange Tour, hosted by Publicity Department of the CPC Hainan Provincial Committee, was held in Saint Petersburg, Moscow and Ulan Bator respectively between September 20 and 27.

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TAI'AN, China, Sept. 29, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- The 31st Mount Tai International Mountain Climbing Competition & The 22nd National Fitness Mount Tai Climbing Competition kicked off at 8:30 on September 7. The mountain climbing festival includes 44 themed activities in 4 categories: economy and trade, tourism, science and technology, and entertainment and sports. It is the biggest ever festival that features the largest number of activities.

Tai'an is named after Mount Tai and means peace and prosperity. Mount Tai was one of the first landforms to be included in the World Natural and Cultural Heritage Sites list. Forest coverage on the mountain is around 95.8%. Tai'an is known for its beautiful scenery and is prosperous because of its tourism industry. Visited by more than 60 million tourists per year, Tai'an is one of the most popular tourist destinations in China thanks to its rich tourism resources.

In recent years, Tai'an has been building its tourism development framework on the basis of "two mountains and one river", improving the functionality and gathering advantageous projects. With the "Tourism Plus" development strategy, it brings tourism and urbanization, new industrialization, agricultural modernization, and modern service industry together. A whole new tourism system throughout Tai'an is forming in this "tourist destination" era. A famous scenic city that is full of beautiful mountain and water scenery and ecological livable is being built up.

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BEIJING, Sept. 29, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- On September 23^rd, 2017, The Luxury Panel of the Seven Stars Luxury Hospitality and Lifestyle Awards (SSLHLA) had selected Deer Jet as the most exceptional brand among nominees including Vista Jet and Qatar Executive in Athens.

Representative of Deer Jet received the “2017 Seven Star Private Jet Company” Special Award

"Signum Virtutis”, seal of excellence

The 5th Gala Ceremony of the SSLHLA hosted at the exclusive Ecali Club in Athens

At the Gala Ceremony in Athens Deer Jet received the "2017 Seven Star Private Jet Company" Special Award from the hands of Luxury Panel members HSH Prince Massimiliano della Torre e Tasso, SSLHLA Chairman, President and Founder Khalil El-Mouelhy, and celebrity Ms Ece Vahapoglu. The Special Awards were designed to identify and separate exceptional brands from amongst the very best.

SSLHLA Chairman, President and Founder Khalil El-Mouelhy said: "The 'Signum Virtutis' plaque, hand crafted in the UK, recognizes Deer Jet as a symbol of luxury and excellence. It is a reward to the company for its leading role in delivering the most exceptional products and services for the industry worldwide."

In 2016, Deer Jet introduced the world's first 787 Dreams Jet to the global jet charter market, setting service standards high above 5 stars hospitality through specialized training to certify its crew as "travel butlers". At the very same time, the company appointed the "Dream Team" to serve its sophisticated business travelers. Members of the "Dream Team" are very experienced pilots and crew, delivering unparalleled levels of safety, privacy and best-in-class services.

Deer Jet has a record of awards putting the company at the pinnacle of excellence. The company has been consecutively awarded "Leading Private Jet Charter" at the World Travel Awards since 2015. Deer Jet currently dominates over 70% of the Chinese private jet market, and has a vision of becoming a global leader by extending its service range worldwide.

About Deer Jet

With 22 years of expertise, Deer Jet started as the first private jet company in China and has rapidly evolved into the largest business aviation group in Asia. Deer Jet has a heritage of delivering bespoke services. The company operates as a wholly owned subsidiary of HNA Group, a Global Fortune 500 company.

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BANGKOK, Sept. 29, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- THAI Smile Airways reaffirmed the success of its tapping into the Indian market by winning the Best Regional Airline in Asia Pacific Award from GLOBE LUXURIE AND PREMIUM AWARDS. The award was organized by Stimulus Research Services, one of the best-in-class business research services providers, to honor the best performance service businesses in India and United Arab Emirates for their outstanding achievements that impress customers. Mr. Gaurav Bhatura, Country Head - India of THAI Smile Airways recently received the Best Regional Airline in Asia Pacific award from H.H. Sheikh Tahnoon Bin Saeed Bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan. The event recently took place at the Palazzo Versace at Dubai and was attended by 250 plus Heads and Aviators across the Asia Middle East region.

THAI Smile Airways wins Best Regional Airline in Asia Pacific from GLOBE LUXURIE AND PREMIUM AWARDS

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BEIJING, April 27, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Air China Limited ("Air China" or the "Company," together with its subsidiaries, collectively the " Group") (HKEX: 00753; LSE: AIRC; SSE: 601111; ADR OTC: AIRYY), today announced its first quarter results of 2018 (the "Period").

Results Highlights

• Total profit increased 66.31% year-on-year to RMB4.024 billion
• Operating income increased 9.11% year-on-year to RMB31.607 billion
• Total operating cost increased 6.71% year-on-year to RMB 28.230 billion

Operation and Business Highlights

In the first quarter of 2018, the Chinese economy developed steadily. As residents' demand for travel was strong, air passenger traffic maintained steady growth while demand in the cargo market continued to improve. During the Period, the Group recorded operating income of RMB31.607 billion, an increase of 9.11% over the same period of last year. Total operating cost was RMB 28.230 billion, an increase of 6.71% over the same period of last year. Total profit was RMB4.024 billion, an increase of 66.31% over the same period of last year, and net profit attributable to shareholders of listed companies was RMB2.628 billion, an increase of 79.23% over the same period of last year.

During the Period, the Group's passenger capacity, measured by Available Seat Kilometers (ASK) increased by 10.96% year on year to 65.758 billion. The passenger traffic, measured by Revenue Passenger Kilometers (RPK) was 53.350 billion, an increase of 9.75% year on year. Among which, RPK of domestic routes, international routes and regional routes amounted to 32.596 billion, 18.849 billion, and 1.905 billion, up 7.44%,13.65% and 12.92% year on year, respectively. The passenger load factor was 81.13%, a slight decrease of 0.90 percentage points year on year, of which, the passenger load factor of domestic, international and regional routes were 83.02%, 78.28% and 78.90% respectively.

In terms of air cargo, the Available Freight Tonne Kilometers (AFTK) amounted to 3.518 billion, up 9.81% year on year, while the Revenue Freight Tonne Kilometers (RFTK) amounted to 1.803 billion, up 10.90% year on year. The cargo and mail load factor was 51.26%, up 0.51 percentage points year on year.

Outlook

Benefitting from the continued development of the global aviation industry, steady growth of China's macro economy, and the influence of a series of policies favourable to the industry, we expect the Company will have larger room for development this year. Adhering to the development philosophy of "Innovation, Coordination, Green, Openness and Sharing", the Group will persist in making progress while pursuing stability, continue to deepen reform and innovation, strengthen cost management and control, optimize capital and debt structure, and consolidate and enhance competitive advantages, so as to achieve better performance and sustainable development to its utmost ability.

About Air China

Air China Limited (Air China) is the national flag carrier of China and a leading provider of passenger, air cargo and airline-related services and products in China. Its operational headquarters is in Beijing, a major domestic and international hub in China. It also provides airline-related services, including aircraft maintenance, ground handling services in Beijing, Chengdu, and other locations. As of 31 December, 2017, the Group operated a fleet of 655 aircraft with an average age of 6.53 years, while the Company operated a fleet of 396 aircraft with an average age of 6.57 years. Passenger traffic routes have reached 420, including 101 international, 16 regional and 303 domestic routes. The Company's network covered 40 countries and regions globally and 185 cities, including 66 international, 3 regional and 116 domestic cities. Air China was listed on Hong Kong Stock Exchange and London Stock Exchange on 15 December, 2004 under codes 00753 and AIRC respectively. On June 30, 2006, a level 1 sponsored ADR program was set up for Air China with the ticker AIRYY. On August 18, 2006, Air China was listed on Shanghai Stock Exchange under code 601111. For further details, please visit Air China's website: www.airchina.com.cn.

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This press release contains projections and forward-looking statements that reflect the company's current views with respect to future events and financial performance. These views are based on current assumptions which are subject to various risks and which may change over time. No assurance can be given that future events will occur that projections will be achieved, or that the company's assumptions are correct. Actual results may differ materially from those projections.

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A new choice for travelers to China

GUANGZHOU, China, April 27, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Hainan Airlines Holding Co., Ltd. ("Hainan Airlines") announced the launch of nonstop service between Tel Aviv and Guangzhou scheduled to start on August 2, 2018. The route will be serviced by a Boeing 787 Dreamliner three flights a week. Following the rollout of Tel Aviv-Beijing and Tel Aviv-Shanghai services, this is Hainan Airlines' third direct flight between Tel Aviv and China. Following the flight from Tel Aviv to Beijing and the flight from Tel Aviv to Shanghai, this is Hainan Airlines' third direct flight between Tel Aviv and China. This new route will deliver a new level of convenience for Israelis when they travel to China, while creating more possibilities for business cooperation between Israeli and Chinese companies. 

In recent years, Hainan Airlines has been highly proactive in developing international services originating from Guangzhou and Shenzhen. The company has launched several long-haul international routes, from Shenzhen to Auckland, Brisbane, Brussels and Madrid, complemented by short-haul international routes from Guangzhou to Phnom Penh, Nha Trang and Siem Reap. Combined with the Guangzhou-Tel Aviv service scheduled to start in August and the Shenzhen-Vienna service on tap to launch in October, the airline has gradually established a comprehensive international route network, integrating both long-haul and short-haul, with hubs in Guangzhou and Shenzhen. Travelers will be able to transfer in Guangzhou for convenient connections to domestic cities in China as well as to several southeast Asian countries including Vietnam and Cambodia.

Tel Aviv-Guangzhou Flight Timetable (All times are local):

Note: Specific timetables can be confirmed on Hainan Airlines' official website.

About Hainan Airlines

Founded in January 1993，Hainan Airlines Holding Co., Ltd, has been rated a SKYTRAX five-star airline for seven consecutive years since 2011 and was listed among the Top 10 SKYTRAX carriers. We are devoted to providing passengers with comprehensive flight services. Hainan Airlines operates nearly 1,800 routes to more than 220 citie with a fleet of more than 400 aircraft. Please log on official website (www.hainanairlines.com) for more information.

Jakarta, Indonesia, April 27, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Archipelago International, a leading Indonesia-based hospitality management company is delighted to announce the first six of twelve winners of its Archipelago Membership "One Year Free Stay" Giveaway worth hundreds of million rupiah in value.  The giveaway program is running for its second year and is the first of its kind in Indonesia, whereby winners can stay, eat, book meeting spaces, and even enjoy spa services using the winning gift vouchers.

Archipelago International Announces the First Six Winners of the "One Year Free Stay" Giveaway

The winners are: Miranti Verdiana, Trihadi Tamanyira, Sinyal Theresia, Setiawan Gunadi, Regina Puspita Arza, and Arnantyo Naresyworo. Further six winners will be announced in the second half of the year. Each lucky guest was invited to their nearest Archipelago hotel to do a playful photo shoot receiving their gift vouchers.  Their photos were shared to millions of people on Facebook and Instagram, turning them into mini celebrities.

"We are thrilled to welcome the winners of the One Year Free Stay giveaway who may redeem their prizes at any of our 135 hotels in South East Asia to stay for free, eat for free, book meeting spaces for free, and even enjoy spa services for free using the prize vouchers. We also invite everyone else to download the app, enjoy the benefits, and be in for a chance of becoming one of the next 6 winners for this year-long giveaway", said Erika Anggreini, Archipelago International's Director of Marketing. 

Winners were selected at random from the emails of guests who have downloaded the Archipelago Membership App. In addition to receiving exclusive discounts and services, all app holders are automatically entered into the draw.

Fans are encouraged to download the Archipelago Membership App at the Google Play or App Store, register, wait patiently and check Archipelago International's official social media pages each month for the winner announcements.

For further information and details on the app and giveaway, please visit www.ArchipelagoInternational.com/membership.

About Archipelago International 

Archipelago International operates Indonesia's largest portfolio of over 135 hotels with a further 100 new properties under development across Indonesia, the Caribbean, the Philippines, Saudi Arabia and Malaysia. With more than 18,000 rooms and 9 brands in more than 55 cities, brands include Nomad Hostels, favehotel, Neo, Quest Hotel, Harper, Aston, Alana, Aston Heritage Collection, and Kamuela. Hotels range from ultra-luxurious villas to select-service hotels. 

For more information please visit www.archipelagointernational.com 

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NANJING, China, April 27, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Tuniu Corporation (Nasdaq: TOUR) ("Tuniu" or the "Company"), a leading online leisure travel company in China, today announced that certain senior management members of Tuniu, consisting of Mr. Donald Dunde Yu, co-founder, chairman and chief executive officer, Ms. Maria Yi Xin, chief financial officer, Mr. Shihong Chen, chief technology officer, and Mr. Wei Zhang, executive vice president, intend to use their personal funds to purchase the Company's American depositary shares ("ADS") on the open market for an aggregate amount up to a maximum of US$2 million within the next 6 months, pursuant and subject to the restrictions of, and consistent with, the applicable laws and regulations and the Company's securities trading policy.

"We remain confident in the long-term prospects of Tuniu's business," said Mr. Donald Dunde Yu. "Tuniu has made progress in expanding its sales network, strengthening its service network and improving its technology network to start off 2018. With the implementation of these core strategies, we are laying the foundation for a new and improved Tuniu that can maximize value for both our customers and our shareholders."

About Tuniu

Tuniu (Nasdaq: TOUR) is a leading online leisure travel company in China that offers a large selection of packaged tours, including organized and self-guided tours, as well as travel-related services for leisure travelers through its website tuniu.com and mobile platform. Tuniu has over 2,000,000 stock keeping units (SKUs) of packaged tours, covering over 420 departing cities throughout China and all popular destinations worldwide. Tuniu provides one-stop leisure travel solutions and a compelling customer experience through its online platform and offline service network. For more information, please visit http://ir.tuniu.com.

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This press release contains forward-looking statements made under the "safe harbor" provisions of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," "confident" and similar statements. Tuniu may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its reports filed with or furnished to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, in its annual report to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to fourth parties. Any statements that are not historical facts, including statements about Tuniu's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements that involve factors, risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. Such factors and risks include, but are not limited to the following: Tuniu's goals and strategies; the growth of the online leisure travel market in China; the demand for Tuniu's products and services; its relationships with customers and travel suppliers; the Company's ability to offer competitive travel products and services; Tuniu's future business development, results of operations and financial condition; competition in the online travel industry in China; relevant government policies and regulations relating to the Company's structure, business and industry; and the general economic and business condition in China and elsewhere. Further information regarding these and other risks, uncertainties or factors is included in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. All information provided in this press release is current as of the date of the press release, and Tuniu does not undertake any obligation to update such information, except as required under applicable law.

For investor and media inquiries, please contact:

China
Mary Chen
Investor Relations Director
Tuniu Corporation
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NANJING, China, April 27, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Tuniu Corporation (Nasdaq: TOUR) ("Tuniu" or the "Company"), a leading online leisure travel company in China, today announced that it filed its annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2017 with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The annual report can be accessed on the Company's investor relations website at http://ir.tuniu.com or the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. The Company will provide a hard copy of its annual report containing the audited consolidated financial statements, free of charge, to its shareholders and ADS holders upon request. Requests should be directed to the Investor Relations Department at Tuniu Building, No. 699-32 Xuanwudadao, Xuanwu District, Nanjing, Jiangsu Province 210042, The People's Republic of China.

About Tuniu

Tuniu (Nasdaq:TOUR) is a leading online leisure travel company in China that offers a large selection of packaged tours, including organized and self-guided tours, as well as travel-related services for leisure travelers through its website tuniu.com and mobile platform. Tuniu has over 2,000,000 stock keeping units (SKUs) of packaged tours, covering over 420 departing cities throughout China and all popular destinations worldwide. Tuniu provides one-stop leisure travel solutions and a compelling customer experience through its online platform and offline service network. For more information, please visit http://ir.tuniu.com.

For investor and media inquiries, please contact:

China

Mary Chen
Investor Relations Director
Tuniu Corporation
Phone: +86-25-6960-9988
E-mail: ir@tuniu.com

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'Welcome Back to the Panoramic Mountain Haven'

JIUZHAIGOU, China, April 28, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Banyan Tree Jiuzhaigou is set to reopen to guests on April 28^th this year following the reopening of Jiuzhaigou National Park in early March after 7 months of post-quake reconstruction efforts. A UNESCO World Heritage Site situated in the mountainous region of Southwest China's Sichuan Province, Jiuzhaigou National Park is famous for its otherworldly beauty and diverse ethnic cultures.

Welcome back to the panoramic mountain haven

Opened officially in March 2017, Banyan Tree Jiuzhaigou is a picturesque mountain retreat 2,500 metres above sea level. Located 2.5 hours away from Jiuzhaigou Huanglong Airport and a 60-minute drive from Jiuzhaigou National Park, the resort allows guests easy access to the nature reserve while providing a Sanctuary for the Senses away from the hustle and bustle of city life and tourist crowds.

Since April 28^th 2018, Banyan Tree Jiuzhaigou will reopen its doors and welcome guests back into the fairy-tale nature reserve, just in time to enjoy the late spring blossoms, sparkling lakes, and a 360 degree panoramic view of the surrounding mountains and valleys. To give guests an authentic Jiuzhaigou experience, the resort has curated an annual event calendar that includes a series of unique moments covering nature exploration and cultural immersion from May till the end of the year.

As a one-stop resort designed to delight all kinds of guests, Banyan Tree Jiuzhaigou presents a handpicked collection of luxury amenities. To celebrate its re-opening, Banyan Tree Jiuzhaigou welcomes all old and new guests with a special offer. From now until July 15^th, 2018, book the Night On Us promotion on www.banyantree.com to enjoy one complimentary night for every two nights stayed. For a complete experiential package, book the 3 day 2 night Sense of Exploration package and enjoy daily breakfast, two set meals, and a half-day village tour including round-trip transfer and farmhouse lunch for two.

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Kerzner International's World-Class Atlantis Brand, An Ocean-Themed Integrated Entertainment Destination Resort, Raises Hainan Province's Tourism to New Heights

SANYA, China, April 29, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- China's first Atlantis resort in the city of Sanya has officially opened, culminating four years of anticipation for a CNY 11 billon (close to US Dollar two billion) project, developed by owning company - Fosun International and managed by reputable and global hospitality leisure brand operator, Kerzner International. Atlantis Sanya promises to redefine holidaymaking and propel Hainan Island into a new era of world-class hospitality and tourism.

Atlantis Sanya's grand opening, which coincided with the 30th anniversary of Hainan Province Special Economic Zone festivities, was marked by a gala unveiling event that was attended by Hainan government officials, business leaders, and international and Chinese celebrities.

"It was a momentous opening celebration befitting a leisure development of this size and scale," said Heiko Schreiner, Atlantis Sanya's managing director. "It was also a taste of the kind of resort we want Atlantis Sanya to be known for – one that both amazes and inspires. We look forward to delivering an extraordinary holiday experience to travelers visiting our resort in Sanya."

A musical extravaganza created exclusively for Atlantis Sanya's opening night, brought the myth of Atlantis to life. It showcased a five-act theatrical, musical performance that told the spellbinding story of the lost city of Atlantis and an awe-inspiring fireworks.

Directed by INVNT's Paul Blurton and with an ensemble of 43 performers, the production dramatised the adventures of two young lovers named Mimo and Walker who were swept into the ocean, rescued by magical sea creatures, and taken to the underwater city of Atlantis. Renowned theatre artist Prinnie Stevens played the lead role of Queen Atlantia, the lost city's ruler, who blesses the couple and sends them off with her message of love, peace, and unity. Twenty drummers dressed as Atlantian courtiers heralded the arrival of Atlantis to Sanya, symbolising the resort's main theme.

As the performance came to a close, a ribbon-cutting ceremony signaled the start of the spectacular fireworks display. Chinese singer-songwriter, Jane Zhang, serenaded guests at the outdoor dining area on Atlantis Sanya's beach lawn, as fireworks lit up the newest iconic addition to Sanya's skyline.

Before the gala dinner, Fosun Foundation's "Sand Art World" exhibition opened to visitors. The exhibition features 40 Chinese and international artists; and their take on "Sand Art World: Exploring Social Geometry" which includes paintings, sculptures, installations, photography, video, computer graphics, virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR) and more. Fosun Foundation is committed to promoting arts and culture to the public. Key parts of the exhibition will continue to be displayed in public areas of Atlantis Sanya after its initial two-week run.

Since its founding 26 years ago, Fosun has been committed to fulfilling its corporate social responsibilities and has devoted itself to the benefit of society. In the past ten years, Fosun and its member companies have enacted education and poverty alleviation programs such as the Hainan Province Fosun Guangcai Education Award Fund that aids poor families and students in completing their studies. During the grand opening ceremony, student representatives presented highlights from Fosun's philanthropic initiatives in Hainan. Fosun Foundation also announced that it would donate RMB10 million (USD1.592 million) to the Sanya Education Fund to aid in the development of outstanding teachers, students, and education programs.

Guo Guangchang, Chairman of Fosun International, announced that Rural Doctors Program would fully cover rural doctors in all national poverty-stricken counties in Hainan Province and support rural doctors in implementing poverty reduction efforts.

Overlooking the South China Sea, Atlantis Sanya boasts one of the largest open-air aquariums in the world, The Ambassador Lagoon, a unique underwater habitat, home to more than 86,000 species of marine life, mesmerising visitors as they journey to discover the mythical heart of Atlantis. The resort's 1,314 guest rooms and 154 suites not only offer spectacular island and coastal vistas, but also serene views of life below the waves, from seven uniquely designed underwater suites - the first guest experience of its kind in China. At the heart of Atlantis Sanya is the Lost Chambers Aquarium, which allows visitors to immerse themselves in the mysteries of the ocean and learn more about the richness and diversity of its inhabitants.

Guests can also enjoy exhilarating water play at the 200,000-square metre Aquaventure Waterpark and enjoy interactive sea mammal experiences at Dolphin Cay and Sea Lion Point. Atlantis Sanya's wide range of dining options include 21 restaurants, cafes, and lounges, including Bread Street Kitchen and Bar by world-famous celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay and Ossiano Underwater Restaurant and Bar, which are poised to become Hainan's top gastronomic spots. For conferences, events, and meetings, Atlantis Sanya offers an expansive 5,000 square metre MICE facility. The resort also provides families with a playful Miniversity recreational centre and operates the first AHAVA Spa in the Asia-Pacific region.

In building Atlantis Sanya, Fosun Tourism and Culture Group envisioned a high-quality, one-stop tourist destination that caters to families - part of the company's mission of helping families live happier lives. Guo Guangchang, Chairman of Fosun International, sees Atlantis Sanya as a response to the growing trend of family–focused hospitality, ushering in a new era for tourism in Hainan and China as a whole.

"We call it 'FOLIDAY,' Fosun's distinctive holiday brand that seeks to take the tourism industry to greater heights," Guo said. "At Atlantis Sanya, families will have everything they want and need for a breathtaking holiday experience. With something for every family member to enjoy, we've designed the ultimate, multi-generational resort experience, focused on delivering quality family time and treasured memories that last a lifetime."

Atlantis Sanya has turned the concept of traditional hotels on its head by reinventing the complex holiday market. Atlantis Sanya will form a distinct tourism ecosystem in Hainan as well as play an industry-leading role in promoting structural reforms of the tourism industry in Hainan in order to improve the quality of tourism in Sanya and Hainan. From a broader perspective, Atlantis Sanya is in a class with Shanghai Disneyland and the upcoming Universal Studios in Beijing in promoting China as a world-class tourist destination and enhancing the overall tourism industry.

Michael Wale, CEO of Kerzner International, believes Atlantis Sanya will continue the company's tradition of providing extraordinary holidays to tourists from all over the world. Atlantis Sanya joins Kerzner's flagship destination Atlantis, The Palm in Dubai, as well as The Royal Atlantis Resort and Residences in Dubai and Atlantis, Ko Olina in Hawaii, both of which are currently under construction.

"We are delighted to be welcoming Atlantis Sanya into our family as not only the first Atlantis resort in China, but also a proud first step into the Asia Pacific region," said Wale. "Atlantis Sanya is the next generation of Atlantis resorts, offering a wide variety of guest entertainment experiences."

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About Atlantis Sanya

Owned by Fosun International and managed by Kerzner International, Atlantis Sanya is China's premiere underwater world inspired entertainment resort destination located in Haitang Bay, Sanya, Hainan province. This RMB11 billion ocean-themed development occupies a space of 540,000 square metres and has 1,314 guestrooms & suites. It features a variety of marine and entertainment attractions, including the 200,000-square metre Aquaventure Waterpark, 86,000 sea creatures in lagoons, and displays at The Lost Chambers Aquarium that use more than 13.5 million liters of sea water. It also has a 1,800-seater theatre at Dolphin Cay, state-of-the-art marine protection and conservation facilities, and a Sea Lion Point. The resort also offers a wide range of dining options with 21 restaurants, lounges, bars, and cafes. From 2016, Atlantis has won a number of awards including The Best Landmark Resort Brand awarded by City Traveler, Most Anticipated Resort in China awarded by World Traveler, Most Anticipated Hotel 2016-2017, High-End Hotel Selection & China Must Stay Hotels TOP50 awarded by Voyage, Best Anticipated Newly Opening Award of Best D.E.S.I.G.N. Hotels awarded by The Bund and Most Anticipated New Hotel Opening by 21st Century Business Herald. China Tourism Bureau also selected the resort as an outstanding and preferred travel project. Just recently, the resort was awarded Most Popular MICE Destination through online voting by Huixiaoer.com. Atlantis Sanya also received four prestigious Golden Horse Awards including Asia's Best Entertainment Destination Resort, Asia's Best MICE Destination Resort, Asia's Best Restaurant – Ossiano Underwater Restaurant and Bar, and China's Best Employer.

About Fosun International

Fosun International Limited is a family-focused multinational company that has been listed on the main board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (00656:HK) since 2007. Founded in 1992, Fosun's total assets exceed CNY 530 billion (c.US$ 83 billion). With its roots in China, Fosun's mission is to create customer-to-maker (C2M) ecosystems in health, happiness and wealth, providing high-quality products and services for families around the world.

About Kerzner International

Kerzner International Holdings Limited, through its subsidiaries, is a leading international developer and operator of destination resorts, ultra-luxury hotels and residences and innovative entertainment and gaming experiences. Kerzner's flagship brand Atlantis, includes Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai, a 1,500-room, water-themed resort on The Palm, overlooking the Arabian Sea and mainland Dubai and Atlantis, Sanya Hainan in China; and in development, The Royal Atlantis Resort & Residences in Dubai and Atlantis Ko Olina in Hawaii in the United States. Under the One&Only brand, Kerzner manages some of the most top-rated ultra-luxury resorts in the world, located in Mexico, Mauritius, the Maldives, South Africa, Dubai and Australia. Additionally, Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort, mazaganbeachresort.com, a 500-room destination golf and casino resort in Morocco, is also operated by Kerzner. For more information on our brands, please visit: atlantis.com or oneandonlyresorts.com. For more information on Kerzner International, please visit Kerzner.com.

About Fosun Tourism and Culture Group

Fosun Tourism and Culture Group, referred to as "FOLIDAY", is one of the three strategic businesses in the group's "Health, Happiness, and Wealth" ecosystem. Focusing on global families' leisure and vacation needs, Fosun Tourism and Culture Group is engaged in the whole entire industry chain of tourism and leisure with integration of global resources. It is dedicated to creating a "Everyday is FOLIDAY" leisure lifestyle. Fosun Tourism and Culture Group's portfolio includes all-inclusive resort chain Club Med, Atlantis Sanya, tourist destination management service provider Albion, entertainment company Fanxiu, Kid's learning and playing clubs Miniversity, tailor-made  travel service provider Foryou Travel and membership platform Foryou Club.

About Fosun Foundation

Founded in November 2012, Fosun Foundation is a corporate foundation with Fosun as the major donor. Fosun Foundation's projects include: natural disaster relief; poverty alleviation and helping the physically challenged people; financial assistance offered for cultural and educational corporate social responsibility ("CSR") projects, to young entrepreneurs and for youth employment and other CSR causes. In recent years, Fosun Foundation mainly focuses on areas such as culture, education and healthcare. In 2017, the Foundation made donations to more than 40 CSR projects, with a total donation of over RMB54 million.