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"Crack the China Code" Podcast - Rossella Pfundt

"Crack the China Code" Podcast - Rossella Pfundt

By: Rossella Pfundt
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Crack the China code is a podcast dedicated to helping European tourism-related business owners and European consumer product businesses to unlock the Chinese outbound tourism market and the Chinese eCommerce market. I am Rossella Pfundt, and I hold an MBA from the Fudan University in Shanghai, I have worked for more than a decade as a China market expert. I have helped a lot of businesses and associations in Europe to build up their successful- strategy for the Chinese market.In crack the China code I talk about the best strategies, latest insights, behind-the-scenes secrets, and mindset shifts to help you to set up your business with the most lucrative target audience for the European tourism-related industry and consumer product industry. Whether I talk about trends, strategies, case studies, or tips –in each episode I want you to gain practical and actionable information that you can implement immediately into your business in order to access the most lucrative market for European businesses. Realize that this market is available for you and you can unlock it so that you can increase your turnover massively!© 2026 "Crack the China Code" Podcast - Rossella Pfundt Economics Leadership Management Management & Leadership Marketing Marketing & Sales
Episodes
  • Crack the code to set your business up for Chinese luxury Travelers coming 2026 to Europe
    Mar 1 2026

    In this episode, I will break down indispensable insights for owners and managers of high-quality tourism-related businesses in Europe to thrive with the RETURN of Chinese luxury travelers in 2026.

    Right now, you see your focus market not performing as it did, and you might, and you would like to find more information about the Chinese FIT Luxury Market Segment coming to Europe; however, you might feel overwhelmed with mixed news about this market and are seeking straightforward insights to decide whether to focus on it and how to get started easily. This episode provides exactly that.

    Join me as I uncover essential market insights and actionable strategies:

    We will cover:

    • Are Chinese travelers coming back to Europe in 2026? Discover the latest statistics and trends.
    • Which travel segment is returning to Europe? Learn why this segment is ideal for high-quality businesses like yours.
    • Which European business sectors will benefit the most? Find out the key opportunities for your business in 2026.
    • How to attract Chinese luxury consumers. Unlock the ultimate two-step formula for success to get started in no time

    This episode gives you everything you need to know to prepare your business, realign your strategy, and tap into this booming market. Take inspired action today and set your business up for success throughout the second quarter of 2026 and beyond.

    Take inspired action today and set your business up for success throughout the second quarter of 2026 and beyond.


    RESOURCE MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

    1) FREE 2025 EDITION: THE CHINESE LUXURY FIT TRAVELLER STARTER MANUAL

    Still missing out on this most valuable revenue opportunity?

    This powerful free guide is your first step to unlocking the €30+ billion Chinese luxury travel market — designed specifically for European boutique hotels, high-end retailers, DMCs, and premium tourism businesses that want to start attracting high-spending Chinese Free Independent Travelers — even if you're starting from scratch.

    Inside this must-have manual, you'll get:

    Essential market insights to understand who these travelers are, where they’re booking, and what they expect in 202​6
    ✅ A proven 2-step starter strategy to make your business visible, relevant, and bookable — without needing a huge ad budget or Chinese social media
    Practical action tips to adapt your customer experience, touchpoints, and communication — to turn interest into real profit

    This is not theory — it’s designed for action.

    Click here

    Download the manual now and prepare confidently for the travellers shaping Europe’s luxury tourism in 2026.

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    15 mins
  • The Real Top Spenders Shaping Europe’s Luxury Tourism in 2026 — The 3-Step Strategy Every Leader Needs
    Dec 3 2025

    Highlights from my fully booked 2 October ETOA webinar with Tom Jenkins, CEO of ETOA — now available as a special podcast series

    This episode features the second part of my fully booked ETOA webinar,
    “Crack the Luxury Tourism Code 2026 – Learnings from 2025 for your success in 2026,” held on the 2nd of October 2025 and moderated by Tom Jenkins, CEO of ETOA.

    With 500 signups and more than 200 participants live, the webinar underscored a crucial question European luxury tourism leaders are asking:

    How can European luxury tourism–related businesses set themselves up for the traveller segment that will have the greatest impact on Europe’s luxury tourism industry in 2026 and the years ahead?

    In Part 2 of this podcast mini-series, I share the essential strategy from the webinar that will help you prepare your business for Chinese Luxury FIT travellers in 2026, including:

    1. Why are most businesses in Europe not focusing on this audience

    ​The two myths that hold European tourism businesses back — and why these assumptions are costing them revenue.

    2. The 3-Step Formula to attract this audience in 2026

    A simple strategic framework used by top-performing businesses in Europe — and how you can put it into action to get started.

    3. A real example: Why some brands captured Golden Week demand while others were invisible

    A short, practical case study that shows how small strategic adjustments can create a significant impact.

    This episode offers the strategy every luxury tourism leader needs as you prepare your organisation for the segment that will shape Europe’s luxury tourism industry in 2026.

    RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

    1) FREE 2025 EDITION: THE CHINESE LUXURY FIT TRAVELLER STARTER MANUAL

    Still missing out on this most valuable revenue opportunity?

    This powerful free guide is your first step to unlocking the €30+ billion Chinese luxury travel market — designed specifically for European boutique hotels, high-end retailers, DMCs, and premium tourism businesses that want to start attracting high-spending Chinese Free Independent Travelers — even if you're starting from scratch.

    Inside this must-have manual, you'll get:

    Essential market insights to understand who these travelers are, where they’re booking, and what they expect in 2025
    ✅ A proven 2-step starter strategy to make your business visible, relevant, and bookable — without needing a huge ad budget or Chinese social media
    Practical action tips to adapt your customer experience, touchpoints, and communication — to turn interest into real profit

    This is not theory — it’s designed for action.


    Download the manual now and prepare confidently for the travellers shaping Europe’s luxury tourism in 2026.

    👉 Access your free Starter Manual here

    2) Clarity Session — For Leaders Ready to Set Their Business Up for the Top Spenders in Europe in 2026

    If you want to unlock the Chinese Luxury FIT audience in 2026 and understand what your organisation needs to put in place, you can book a short 20-minute Clarity Session with me.

    We’ll look at your potential with this audience, identify your key opportunities for 2026, outline what you need to prepare internally, and see if we are a good fit to work together.

    This session is for leaders and decision-makers in European hospitality, retail, DMCs and premium tourism who are ready to take the next step and position their business for the travellers who will drive Europe’s luxury tourism in 2026.

    👉 Book you

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    11 mins
  • The Real Top Spenders Shaping Europe’s Luxury Tourism in 2026 — Indispensable Insights Every Leader Needs
    Nov 28 2025

    Highlights from my fully booked 2 October ETOA webinar with Tom Jenkins, CEO of ETOA — now available as a special podcast series.

    Chinese luxury FIT travelers represent a major opportunity for European high-quality tourism-related businesses in 2025. If you're in hospitality, retail, destination management or premium experience delivery — this episode is your roadmap to take action before the season passes you by.

    This episode features the first part of my fully booked ETOA webinar,
    “Crack the Luxury Tourism Code 2026 – Learnings from 2025 for your success in 2026,”
    held on the 2nd of October and moderated by Tom Jenkins, CEO of ETOA.

    With 500 signups and more than 200 participants live, the webinar underscored a crucial question European luxury tourism leaders are asking:

    👉 Who are the real top spenders shaping Europe’s luxury tourism industry for 2026?

    In Part 1 of this podcast mini-series, I share the essential insights from the webinar, including:

    1. The most lucrative luxury traveller segment in 2025

    Which audience outperformed US and Gulf travellers — and why this matters now.

    2. What these travellers actually spend on

    Clear insights into spending patterns across hospitality, retail, culture, and premium experiences.

    3. What this means for your 2026 planning

    How this shift impacts boutique hotels, retailers, DMCs, and high-quality tourism businesses.

    4. The strategic implications for leaders preparing for next season

    Why this segment must be part of your 2026 focus — and what is at stake if it’s not.

    This episode offers the clarity every luxury tourism leader needs as you finalise your strategic priorities for the year ahead.

    RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

    1) Free: The Chinese Luxury FIT Starter Manual (2025 Edition)

    Are you still missing out on the most valuable luxury travel segment in Europe?

    This free guide is your essential starting point to understanding and attracting Chinese Luxury Free Independent Travellers — the top spenders across European luxury tourism in 2025.

    Designed specifically for:

    • boutique hotels
    • high-end retailers
    • DMCs
    • premium tourism & cultural experience providers

    …this manual gives you the fundamentals you need to act with clarity.

    Inside, you’ll learn:

    • Essential market insights
      Who these travelers are, where they book, and what they expect in Europe.
    • A simple 2-step starter strategy
      How to become visible, relevant, and bookable — even without big PR budgets or Chinese social media.
    • Practical action tips
      How to adjust your experience, communication, and touchpoints to turn interest into revenue.

    This is not theory — it’s a practical, action-focused resource for European businesses preparing for the 2026 season.

    👉 Access your free Starter Manual here

    2) Clarity Session — For Leaders Ready to Set Their Business Up for the Top Spenders in Europe in 2026

    If you are ready to set your business up for the Top Spenders in Europe in 2026 and want to understand what your organisation needs to put in place to unlock the Chinese Luxury FIT audience, you can book a short 20-minute Clarity Session with me.

    In this focused conversation, we will:

    • look at the potential of this audience for your organisation
    • identify your strongest opportunities for 2026
    • outline what is needed to prepare your strategy and internal readiness
    • and see if we are a good fit to work together on your 2026 China FIT strategy

    This session is for leaders and decision-makers in European hospitality, re

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    13 mins
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