Many first-time visitors focus their spending on gifts and souvenirs to take back home, and many leisure travelers stay at budget hotels. According to the 2013 China Rich List, about 40 of the 100...

Many first-time visitors focus their spending on gifts and souvenirs to take back home, and many leisure travelers stay at budget hotels. According to the 2013 China Rich List, about 40 of the 100 richest individuals in China made their fortunes in second- and third-tier cities and have had less contact with Western brands and fashion. Many higher-end U.S. hotel properties are planning to be more attractive to business and frequent leisure travelers.