2025 Summer: films boom, travel zoom

In this episode of Round Table, Heyang, along with Steve Hatherly and Yushan, explores China's vibrant summer trends in entertainment, travel, and leisure. They delve into the success of high-quality films, including historical dramas and animations, boosted by ticket subsidies and cultural resonance. The discussion highlights the rise of "film plus cultural tourism," where movie locations become tourist hotspots, and the increasing popularity of cultural and heritage sites. Additionally, the panel examines the surge in eco-tourism, driven by a growing desire for nature-based getaways and sustainable travel, recommending specific destinations like the ancient camphor forest and the Deep Valley Forest.