Start a "go-anywhere" trip to China: China's inbound tourism market is on the rise

Author:Dartling
Release time:Jun 16, 2024 13:17 PM

News: With the recovery of the international tourism market, the resumption of more international routes, and the implementation of visa-free policies between China and many countries, more and more foreigners have embarked on a "go-anywhere" trip to China. The Chinese government has also launched a series of facilitation measures covering visa processing, mobile payment, scenic spot reservations, etc. In the first quarter, the number of foreigners coming to China increased by more than 3 times compared with the same period in 2023, and China's inbound tourism market has accelerated its recovery.


Start a "go-anywhere" trip to China: China's inbound tourism market is on the rise

Recently, foreign tourists can be seen everywhere in famous attractions such as the Forbidden City, the Great Wall, Wangfujing in Beijing, and the Chengdu Giant Panda Base.


Start a "go-anywhere" trip to China: China's inbound tourism market is on the rise

In response to some obstacles faced by foreign tourists visiting China, the Chinese government has launched a series of facilitation measures covering visa processing, mobile payment, scenic spot reservations, etc.


Start a "go-anywhere" trip to China: China's inbound tourism market is on the rise

During the Dragon Boat Festival, you can experience making rice dumplings and watch dragon boat races. Traditional festivals and historical customs have also become a window for foreign tourists to gain a deeper understanding of Chinese culture.


Start a "go-anywhere" trip to China: China's inbound tourism market is on the rise

In this wave of tourism to China, in addition to tourists, there are also travel agents from North America, Europe and other places. They focus on the Chinese tourism market, explore innovative projects and boutique routes, and actively carry out international tourism cooperation.


Start a "go-anywhere" trip to China: China's inbound tourism market is on the rise

Data released by the National Immigration Administration also confirmed the popularity of inbound tourism. In the first quarter, the number of foreigners coming to China increased by more than three times compared with the same period in 2023, with a total of 466,000 visas issued to foreigners, up 118.8% year-on-year; 1.988 million foreigners entered the country visa-free, up 266.1% year-on-year. The "2024 Tourism Development Index" released by the World Economic Forum recently showed that China ranked eighth in the world in promoting the development of the tourism industry. With the continuous release of foreign tourists' inbound demand, China's tourism facilitation policies will further stimulate the recovery of international tourism.


Start a "go-anywhere" trip to China: China's inbound tourism market is on the rise
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