Chongqing--The first all-English international broadcast program in Chongqing, the 129th episode of "Let’s Meet, "titled "Youth Hostels Redefine Travel through Connection and Culture," was aired on both domestic and international media on August 2. It was jointly produced by the Western China International Communication Organization and Chongqing Satellite TV.
Youth Hostels Redefine Travel through Connection and Culture
Nowadays, youth hostels in Chongqing have transcended their traditionalof backpacker accommodations and have become new social hubs for young travelers. In this episode of "Bridging News," we will explore Yummy Hill Youth Hostel, uncovering its business secrets in creating a new “Travel + Social” model. We will investigate the reasons for the growing popularity of youth hostels, gain a comprehensive understanding of the innovative operational models in Chongqing's youth hostels, and showcase Chongqing's appeal as a tourist city for young people.
“New Three Generations” Reshaping Retail Trends
Currently, China's consumer market is accelerating its stratification, and the retail market is experiencing new transformations. A report from JLL indicates that the "New Three Generations" of consumers—comprising the Post-Z, Millennials, and the "New Silver hair"—are changing consumption logic. In this episode of "Dialogue ", we will conduct an exclusive interview with Jacky Zhu, Head of Retail Research at JLL China, to deeply analyze how the "New Three Generations" are reshaping China's retail landscape. We will explore why young consumers pay for a sense of belonging, the emergence of the silver-haired demographic as a new force in high-end consumption, and the consumption potential in lower-tier cities.
“Craft Journey” Exhibition in Chongqing Bridges Chinese and Dutch Ceramic Arts
Recently, Chongqing hosted a ceramic jewelry exchange exhibition between China and the Netherlands. The exhibition features over a hundred works by 17 artists from China and the Netherlands, with new displays of Rongchang pottery added to the Chongqing show. In this episode of "iChongqing," the program will take viewers on a visual feast that merges Eastern and Western aesthetics, showcasing the multiple dialogues between tradition and modernity, as well as practicality and aesthetics.
Chongqing in the Global Spotlight: Weekly Highlights
Focusing on the global hotspots related to Chongqing this week, in this episode of "Trending Chongqing", we will cover the following: Chongqing's bid to become China's EV capital, The 33rd National Book Expo was held in Chongqingg, the huge growth potential of China's AI toy market, and Chongqing's hydrogen energy boosting China-Europe green cooperation, all of which have been reported by media at home and abroad. Additionally, Chelsea Football Club shared content of the Chongqing World Financial Center lighting up to celebrate their championship, garnering nearly one million views and 300,000 likes.
"Let’s Meet" airs every Wednesday and Saturday at 6 PM on Chongqing Satellite TV. It is also simultaneously released on the Let’s Meet official WeChat Channels, the Bridging News app, iChongqing website, Facebook and YouTube channels, WCICO’s global communication matrix platform, and Chongqing Satellite TV’s new media matrix.