Travel Trade Directory – Bridging Tourism Industries of China and the UK, Ireland, Norway, Finland & Iceland
To facilitate closer cooperation and smoother business exchanges between the Chinese and UK, Irish, Norwegian, Finnish & Icelandic tourism industries, we have compiled a list of key enterprises actively engaged in the tourism sector. The listed organisations span tour operators, travel agencies, hotels & resorts, airlines, destination management companies, cultural institutions, and related service providers that support cross-border tourism development.
Please note, the directory is for reference only, and the order of listing does not imply any ranking.
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Tour Operators
Affordable Luxury Travel
Affordable Luxury Travel are an independent and award-winning tour operator specialising in luxury holidays and tours to worldwide destinations. We offer tailor-made holidays and tours to China, both private and group. We are ATOL & ABTA protected and have 5* reviews on Google & TrustPilot. With our extensive knowledge, years of experience, and trusted partnerships, we craft unique and unforgettable itineraries tailored to your interests. | Contact: Louise Mok louise@affordableluxurytravel.co.uk
Bamboo Travel
Bamboo Travel offers private, tailor-made tours of China for people eager to become immersed in Chinese culture and those looking to seek out genuinely authentic experiences throughout this amazing country. With our in-depth knowledge of China we aim to deliver a genuinely interesting, high-quality, experience at a competitive price. | Contact: Tim Milner, tim.milner@bambootravel.co.uk
Wendy Wu Tours
Wendy Wu Tours, the UK’s No. 1 China Specialist, has been offering escorted group tours to China for over 25 years. They are renowned for their award-winning, fully inclusive touring program with all tours including return flights, hotels, meals, expert guiding, sightseeing and even visas fees and visa service. | Contact: Lee Holden (Head of Marketing) - lee.holden@wendywutours.co.uk
TransIndus
TransIndus Limited is a luxury travel specialist with over 35 years of expertise crafting bespoke journeys across China and other parts of Asia. Renowned for deep local knowledge and authentic experiences, our elite team of travel specialists curates immersive, tailor-made itineraries and Select Group tours, offering discerning travellers exclusive access to China's cultural heritage, treasures, and boutique stays away from the beaten path.
Travelsphere
Travelsphere has been carefully-crafting guided tours for more than 60 years and travelling to China since 1985. Itineraries are designed to explore both iconic and off the beaten track sights, and every tour includes return flights, accommodation, a range of authentic experiences and the services of an expert Holiday Director.
Travel Agents
Kew Bridge Travel
Kew Bridge Travel is a travel advisor providing a highly personal service. We’ll help you choose the right tour package or we’ll create a unique tailor-made holiday just for you. Our founder John Coles has a passion for Asia and has been conducting business in China for twenty five years. | Contact: John Coles, john.coles@kewbridgetravel.com
Just You
Just You has been bringing solo travellers together on escorted tours since 2000, travelling to China since 2008. Itineraries are designed specifically, with return flights and a guaranteed room of their own included. An expert Holiday Director is on hand throughout, to ensure travellers get the very most out of their tour.
Flightcatchers
Flightcatchers launched in 2010 as a part of the Polani group, specialising in the Visiting Friends and Relatives (VFR) market and caters for business travelers to China, including flights, hotels, and travel packages, catering to diverse customer needs. | Contact: Nasser Siddiq, nasser@flightcatchers.com
Hotels & Resorts
Hyatt Regency Beijing Wangjing
Hyatt Regency Beijing Wangjing is in Wangjing CBD, at the junction of the new CBD and old residential area, linking visitors with modern Beijing’s essence. Designed by award-winning architect Kengo Kuma, its "Sanhe Yuan"-styled courtyard creates an "Urban Oasis" featuring contemporary chic and natural materials. The hotel has 348 tastefully appointed guestrooms, five lively modern restaurants and, plus 3,516 square meters of creative spaces ideal for inspiring conferences and social events. | Contact: Winnie Choo, Director of Sales & Marketing - winnie.choo@hyatt.com; Kumiko Ren, Director of Marketing Communication – Kumiko.ren@hyatt.com
Marco Polo Hotels
Marco Polo Hotels’ premium hotels in Hong Kong SAR, Mainland China and the Philippines reflect the adventurous ethos of their namesake – Marco Polo. Located in key destinations, each property is active in their community, committed to sustainability, and a central hub for gatherings and meaningful local experiences. The brand is part of Wharf Hotels’ portfolio and a member of Global Hotel Alliance, the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands. | Emma Cashmore, Regional Director Sales Europe – emma.cashmore@wharfhotels.com
Niccolo Hotels
Niccolo Hotels is a collection of five contemporary chic hotels inspired by luxury fashion. Underpinning the brand is the desire to make life effortlessly luxurious for guests with engaging experiences, art and design, and sophisticated spaces. The brand’s first property opened in Chengdu in 2015 and it is now present in Hong Kong SAR, Changsha, Chongqing and Suzhou. Niccolo Hotels is part of Wharf Hotels’ portfolio and a member of Global Hotel Alliance, the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands. | Emma Cashmore, Regional Director Sales Europe – emma.cashmore@wharfhotels.com
Maqo Hotels
Maqo is a fresh take on a premium lifestyle hotel brand for modern-day global citizens who are attracted to the mindset and sense of belonging Maqo provides. Believing that only better is better, professionals expertly curate art and culture programmes, food and drink offerings, music playlists and wellness concepts to invigorate and inspire guests with every stay. Maqo is part of Wharf Hotels’ portfolio and a member of the Global Hotel Alliance, the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands. | Emma Cashmore, Regional Director Sales Europe – emma.cashmore@wharfhotels.com
Escapade
Nestled within the iconic Silverstone Circuit near London, our hotel offers Chinese travellers a world-class stay immersed in motorsport heritage with luxury rooms, fine dining, and exclusive access to thrilling race events for adrenaline-fueled adventures and serene spa escapes. Experience British hospitality at its finest - your gateway to unforgettable UK journeys!
Airlines
Air China
Air China is the only Chinese flag-carrier, and a member of Star Alliance. In the UK, Air China is currently flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Beijing (PEK), Shanghai (PVG) and Chengdu (TFU).
China Southern Airlines
China Southern Airlines is one of Asia’s largest airlines with a strong network of advantageous routes connecting Europe, Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia, offering a wide range of domestic and international flight services.
Capital Airlines
Established in 2010, Capital Airlines has grown into a prominent player in China’s aviation industry. As a bridge connecting China and the UK, Capital Airlines operates direct flights from London to Qingdao, with two weekly flights on Mondays and Fridays. Through its hub in Qingdao, passengers can easily connect to various Chinese cities.
Hainan Airlines
Hainan Airlines currently operates several direct flights to the UK. The international flights are London - Changsha/Haikou, Manchester - Beijing, and Edinburgh - Beijing. It offers an extensive domestic flights network in China, covering over a hundred cities such as Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Xiamen, Fuzhou, Xi’an, and Ningbo.
Juneyao Air
Founded in 2006, Juneyao Air is one of the leading private-owned carriers in China, and a Star Alliance Connecting Partner. On July 1, 2024, Juneyao Air entered the UK market with a direct Manchester-Shanghai route, operated thrice weekly by the Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner.
Shenzhen Airlines
Headquartered in Shenzhen, Shenzhen Airlines operates eight branches, six bases, 71 domestic and overseas business offices and commercial agencies, with a fleet of over 200 passenger planes. Its routes connect almost all provincial capitals and key cities in China, Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan of China, the United Kingdom, Japan, South Korea and Southeast Asian countries.
Tianjin Airlines
Tianjin Airlines is a member enterprise of HNA Aviation Group. In 2023, Tianjin Airlines has 105 aircrafts on the register, including A330, A320 and E190, and established branches/bases in 12 cities such as Tianjin, Xi’an, Hohhot, Urumqi, Guiyang ,Chongqing and so on , opened 272 domestic and international routes and 106 navigable cities.
