Lonely Planet, the travel guide company, has announced the closure of its China office and the discontinuation of publishing in China. The decision comes as a result of the impact of the pandemic and company strategy adjustments. Lonely Planet has been publishing Chinese travel guides and books since 2013, inspiring millions of Chinese travelers. The closure includes the discontinuation of all official social media accounts in China. Despite the closure, Chinese readers can still purchase existing Chinese publications on platforms like JD.com and Dangdang. Lonely Planet will continue to produce English-language guides and books. [27fe403c]
