Foreign tourists flock to Hunan and savor local culture
3 months ago

Foreign tourists flock to Hunan and savor local culture

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From left: Tourists gather at Zhurong Peak on Mount Heng to admire the breathtaking winter scenery. Support has been provided for Changsha and Zhangjiajie to make good use of the 72-hour and the 144-hour transit visa-free policy, while the recovery and expansion of international flight routes has dramatically influenced development of Hunan's inbound tourism. In February, Changsha conducted an eight-day cultural tourism promotion event in Osaka, Japan; and Seoul, South Korea; to boost the influence of the capital city's culture and tourism resources. On June 1, the 2024 Hunan International Cultural Tourism Festival and Trip Group Global Partner Hunan Inbound Tourism Conference welcomed more than 1,000 foreign guests from more than 50 countries and regions. The attendees become a major force to drive the inbound tourism market and contribute wisdom to the upgrading of inbound tourism consumption and the tourism industry's new forms," said Shang Bin, deputy director of the Hunan Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism.

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Overseas travel agencies bullish on China's inbound tourism
4 days, 18 hours ago

Overseas travel agencies bullish on China's inbound tourism

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Inbound travelers visit a gift shop at a mountain scenic spot in Quanzhou, Fujian province. China will continue to facilitate cross-border travel, welcoming people from all countries to visit and experience its diverse charm and share in its development dividends, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said in November. "If a guest really likes China, they will surely prefer to stay …

Tai'an promotes cultural tourism development through integration
1 week, 3 days ago

Tai'an promotes cultural tourism development through integration

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Tai'an is promoting the high-quality development of cultural tourism through deepening the integration of ideas, industries, promotion, and services to drive this progress effectively. Focusing on online promotion and offline attraction, Tai'an has hosted 12 live shows with eight international art teams and 218 foreign artists at scenic spots like Mount Tai and Tianping Lake. Marketing activities in France, Switzerland, …

Lancang-Mekong tourism boosted by new cooperation initiative
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Lancang-Mekong tourism boosted by new cooperation initiative

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The Chongqing International Travel Agent Conference 2024 kicked off in Southwest China's Chongqing on Nov 26, 2024, attracting approximately 400 participants. These include diplomats and consular officials and representatives from international tourism organizations, government departments, tourism industry associations, airlines, tourism enterprises, media and internet influencers. "The implementation of the visa-free policy has greatly facilitated Chinese tourists to travel to Malaysia," …

Travel experts explore Suzhou's cultural, tourism offerings
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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Travel experts explore Suzhou's cultural, tourism offerings

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Overseas travel agents who participated in the recently concluded China International Travel Mart 2024 in Shanghai were invited to attend a tourism event in Suzhou, Jiangsu province, on Monday. The event hosted 30 overseas travel agents from six Gulf countries and Russia, 24 young Sinologists from 21 countries, and 30 representatives from Suzhou's travel agencies, online travel platforms, scenic spots, …

China's expansion of visa-free countries expected to fuel inbound travel
4 weeks ago

China's expansion of visa-free countries expected to fuel inbound travel

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Foreign tourists take photos with Chinese tourists in a traditional neighborhood in Changsha, Hunan province, on Aug 28, 2024. CHINA DAILY Numerous listed companies are looking forward to the year-end inbound tourism market, revealing that they have made relevant preparations, as China announced the expansion of the scope of visa-free countries to ordinary passport holders from Bulgaria, Romania, Croatia, Montenegro, …

Shandong shines at intl travel event
4 weeks ago

Shandong shines at intl travel event

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Shandong's distinctive cultural performances wow visitors at the China International Travel Mart 2024. The China International Travel Mart 2024 officially began in Shanghai on Nov 22, featuring over 1,000 international exhibitors and nearly 600 overseas travel salespersons from 80 countries and regions. This exhibit focused on high-quality development through the deep integration of culture and tourism, and unveiled Shandong's rich …

Promotion Meeting of Cultural and Tourism of Cool Guiyang held in Singapore
4 weeks ago

Promotion Meeting of Cultural and Tourism of Cool Guiyang held in Singapore

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The Promotion Meeting of Cultural and Tourism of Cool Guiyang was held in Singapore on Nov 22, with representatives of over 50 cultural and tourism enterprises, including tourism associations and key travel agencies from Guiyang and Singapore, participating. Boasting unique natural conditions, Guiyang, capital of Southwest China's Guizhou province, has creatively introduced over 100 tourism activities related to mountains. Singapore …

Zhangjiajie meet to strength ties of international tourism
1 month, 1 week ago

Zhangjiajie meet to strength ties of international tourism

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During the 2024 Zhangjiajie Global Tourism Innovation Week, a forum themed on "rural vitalization and wellness tourism innovation development" is held at the Qixing Mountain Scenic Area in Zhangjiajie, Hunan province. Zhangjiajie in Hunan province held its first international tourism innovation week recently to meet the increasing demand from the overseas tourism market, and to offer better services. At the …

Zhangjiajie meet to strength ties of international tourism
1 month, 1 week ago

Zhangjiajie meet to strength ties of international tourism

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During the 2024 Zhangjiajie Global Tourism Innovation Week, a forum themed on "rural vitalization and wellness tourism innovation development" is held at the Qixing Mountain Scenic Area in Zhangjiajie, Hunan province. Zhangjiajie in Hunan province held its first international tourism innovation week recently to meet the increasing demand from the overseas tourism market, and to offer better services. At the …

Shandong promotes tourism in Singapore
2 months, 1 week ago

Shandong promotes tourism in Singapore

China Daily  

Shandong province, renowned as the birthplace of Confucius, hosted a promotional event in Singapore on Oct 8 to boost tourism. During the event, Shandong offered a diverse range of tourism services, including themed tours focused on flower viewing, beach vacations, cultural exploration, folk experiences, and culinary discoveries. Wang Lei, head of the Shandong Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism, emphasized …

Cultural festival plays tribute to influence of Confucius
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Cultural festival plays tribute to influence of Confucius

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The 2024 China International Confucius Cultural Festival is kicking off on Friday in Qufu, a county-level city in Jining, East China's Shandong province. Key platform Over the past few years, the global online memorial has become an important opportunity and platform for people to learn about Confucius and traditional Chinese culture, organizers said. To promote traditional culture overseas, this year's …

China's smart tourism applications offer unique experiences to foreign travelers
2 months, 4 weeks ago

China's smart tourism applications offer unique experiences to foreign travelers

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The 2024 China Culture & Tourism Industries Exposition held earlier this month in North China's Tianjin municipality. At the 2024 China Culture & Tourism Industries Exposition held earlier this month in North China's Tianjin municipality, many foreign visitors were overwhelmed by the novel technologies adopted in China's tourism sector. Telling people more about China Putting on a virtual reality headset, …

Nation's evolving outbound tourism market
3 months ago

Nation's evolving outbound tourism market

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Chinese tourists prepare to board a boat for their trip from Serangan Island to Lombok Island in Denpasar, on Indonesia resort island of Bali, Jan 25, 2023. This highlights a broader trend within China's rapidly growing trade in services sector, particularly in areas like tourism and cultural experiences. The rapid growth of China's travel services sector, driven by rising disposable …

Hunan tourism conference propels industry to new heights
3 months ago

Hunan tourism conference propels industry to new heights

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By Zou Shuo and Zhu Youfang in Hengyang, Hunan | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2024-09-23 16:01 The opening ceremony of The Third Hunan Tourism Development Conference was held in Hengyang on Saturday night. The Third Hunan Tourism Development Conference, held in Hengyang from Friday to Sunday, exemplified the province's dedication to elevate its tourism industry to new heights. It wants to …

Foreign tourists flock to Hunan and savor local culture
3 months ago

Foreign tourists flock to Hunan and savor local culture

China Daily  

From left: Clouds in the Wulingyuan Scenic Area of Zhangjiajie in Hunan province evoke scenes like those from a fairy tale. At the ongoing third Hunan Tourism Development Conference held in Hengyang from Friday to Sunday, provincial officials hailed inbound tourism as a driving force for the local economy and pledged to spare no effort in promoting Hunan's rich cultural …

Foreign tourists flock to Hunan and savor local culture
3 months ago

Foreign tourists flock to Hunan and savor local culture

China Daily  

A woman in traditional Chinese costume poses for a photo at Shuilian Village in Hengyang. Previously, opinions on accelerating construction of world-renowned tourism destinations issued by the provincial government outlined targets such as achieving revenue of 1.1 trillion yuan by 2025 and hosting more than 750 million visits. The second attraction is the red tourism and patriotic education paths represented …

Foreign tourists flock to Hunan and savor local culture
3 months ago

Foreign tourists flock to Hunan and savor local culture

China Daily  

From left: Clouds in the Wulingyuan Scenic Area of Zhangjiajie in Hunan province evoke scenes like those from a fairy tale. At the ongoing third Hunan Tourism Development Conference held in Hengyang from Friday to Sunday, provincial officials hailed inbound tourism as a driving force for the local economy and pledged to spare no effort in promoting Hunan's rich cultural …

Shanghai ready to roll out tourism festival
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Shanghai ready to roll out tourism festival

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The 35th Shanghai Tourism Festival will take place from Sept 14 to Oct 6 with about 200 themed tours, activities, and products introduced alongside the iconic float parade. A series of key events are scheduled throughout this year's festival, according to Cheng Meihong, deputy director of the Shanghai Municipal Administration of Culture and Tourism. The Lin-gang Special Area introduces three …

Cultural festival stresses Sino-Japanese relations
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Cultural festival stresses Sino-Japanese relations

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The two-day China Festival 2024, which concluded in Tokyo on Sunday, garnered widespread attention and participation from people from all walks of life in both China and Japan. "We are willing to work with various sectors in both countries to use the China Festival as a bridge, encouraging more people — especially the younger generation — to participate in friendly …

Chengdu's tourism pitch impresses Norway
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Chengdu's tourism pitch impresses Norway

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Foreign visitors poses for a photo in front of The Leshan Buddha at Leshan Mountain in Sichuan province, June 7, 2024. In Norway's capital Oslo, resident Maiken Bergheim, said on Tuesday that she is certain her next visit to China will include a trip to Chengdu, capital of Southwest China's Sichuan province. The Norwegian Tourist Board noted that as this …

Shanxi boosts culture, tourism industry
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Shanxi boosts culture, tourism industry

China Daily  

Jin Opera actors perform at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Shanxi Tourism Development Conference in Taiyuan, Shanxi province, on Friday. ZHU XINGXIN/CHINA DAILY Shanxi province will improve its cultural and tourism industry by leveraging its rich resources and promoting cooperation at a major tourism event that kicked off on Friday. Guests including representatives of foreign embassies in China, international …

Shanxi boosts culture, tourism industry
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Shanxi boosts culture, tourism industry

China Daily  

Jin Opera actors perform at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Shanxi Tourism Development Conference in Taiyuan, Shanxi province, on Friday. ZHU XINGXIN/CHINA DAILY Shanxi province will improve its cultural and tourism industry by leveraging its rich resources and promoting cooperation at a major tourism event that kicked off on Friday. Guests including representatives of foreign embassies in China, international …

Integration of culture, tourism pays dividends
5 months, 1 week ago

Integration of culture, tourism pays dividends

China Daily  

Once a shopping mall, today the vivid reproduction of Tang Dynasty urban life in the Twelve Hours of Chang'an theme block in Xi'an, Shaanxi province, is a huge draw for visitors. "Some tourists try out traditional Chinese costumes, get their hair styled into a bun and adorn it with floral accessories to fully immerse themselves in the charm of Tang …

Shanxi promotes culture and tourism among students
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Shanxi promotes culture and tourism among students

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By Yang Feiyue | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2024-07-09 14:46 Tourism experts discuss cultural and tourism development in Shanxi province. The provincial culture and tourism department organized a promotional gathering at the Communication University of China in Beijing, unveiling the province's rich and distinctive cultural and tourism offerings. The Shanxi Cultural and Tourism High-Quality Development Promotion Platform is officially launched at …

Diplomats feel the charm of Beijing's culture
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Diplomats feel the charm of Beijing's culture

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From June 28 to 30, the "2024 Discover China Cultural Tour of Beijing for Diplomats in China" was successfully held in Beijing. The event featured an immersive sitcom performance, promoting Beijing's culture and tourism offerings, visits to three themed routes showcasing the unique cultural charm of Beijing, and the stylish intangible cultural heritage experiences. The event was hosted by the …

Diplomats feel the charm of Beijing's culture
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Diplomats feel the charm of Beijing's culture

China Daily  

From June 28 to 30, the "2024 Discover China Cultural Tour of Beijing for Diplomats in China" was successfully held in Beijing. The event featured an immersive sitcom performance, promoting Beijing's culture and tourism offerings, visits to three themed routes showcasing the unique cultural charm of Beijing, and the stylish intangible cultural heritage experiences. The event was hosted by the …

Beijing receives 7.8 million holiday traveler visits
6 months, 1 week ago

Beijing receives 7.8 million holiday traveler visits

China Daily  

A folk costume tour is arranged in Haidian district during the festival. During the recent Dragon Boat Festival from June 8 to 10, Beijing experienced a surge in tourism, with approximately 7.8 million traveler visits and a remarkable 10 billion yuan in tourism expenditures, as reported by the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism. Key attractions such as Wangfujing …

Beijing receives 7.8 million holiday traveler visits
6 months, 1 week ago

Beijing receives 7.8 million holiday traveler visits

China Daily  

A folk costume tour is arranged in Haidian district during the festival. During the recent Dragon Boat Festival from June 8 to 10, Beijing experienced a surge in tourism, with approximately 7.8 million traveler visits and a remarkable 10 billion yuan in tourism expenditures, as reported by the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism. Key attractions such as Wangfujing …

Beijing receives 7.8 million holiday traveler visits
6 months, 1 week ago

Beijing receives 7.8 million holiday traveler visits

China Daily  

A folk costume tour is arranged in Haidian district during the festival. During the recent Dragon Boat Festival from June 8 to 10, Beijing experienced a surge in tourism, with approximately 7.8 million traveler visits and a remarkable 10 billion yuan in tourism expenditures, as reported by the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism. Key attractions such as Wangfujing …

Beijing receives 7.8 million holiday traveler visits
6 months, 1 week ago

Beijing receives 7.8 million holiday traveler visits

China Daily  

A folk costume tour is arranged in Haidian district during the festival. During the recent Dragon Boat Festival from June 8 to 10, Beijing experienced a surge in tourism, with approximately 7.8 million traveler visits and a remarkable 10 billion yuan in tourism expenditures, as reported by the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism. Key attractions such as Wangfujing …

Inbound tourism drive sparks optimistic outlook
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Inbound tourism drive sparks optimistic outlook

China Daily  

Tourists from the Mein Schiff 5 cruise ship enjoy their visit to Shanghai on April 6. In mid-May, it announced a policy allowing visa-free entry of foreign tour groups aboard cruise ships via all the country's cruise ship ports. Foreign tour groups comprising two or more individuals and organized or received by domestic travel agencies can also enter the country …

Inbound tourism drive sparks optimistic outlook
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Inbound tourism drive sparks optimistic outlook

China Daily  

Tourists from the Mein Schiff 5 cruise ship enjoy their visit to Shanghai on April 6. CHEN AIPING/XINHUA Last month, senior tour operator Iain Bell traveled from the United Kingdom to China at the invitation of Beijing tourism authorities to sample the capital city's cultural and historical charms. Following in the footsteps of the UK visitors, more than 100 travel …

Inbound tourism drive sparks optimistic outlook
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Inbound tourism drive sparks optimistic outlook

China Daily  

Tourists from the Mein Schiff 5 cruise ship enjoy their visit to Shanghai on April 6. CHEN AIPING/XINHUA Last month, senior tour operator Iain Bell traveled from the United Kingdom to China at the invitation of Beijing tourism authorities to sample the capital city's cultural and historical charms. Following in the footsteps of the UK visitors, more than 100 travel …

Inbound tourism drive sparks optimistic outlook
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Inbound tourism drive sparks optimistic outlook

China Daily  

Tourists from the Mein Schiff 5 cruise ship enjoy their visit to Shanghai on April 6. CHEN AIPING/XINHUA Last month, senior tour operator Iain Bell traveled from the United Kingdom to China at the invitation of Beijing tourism authorities to sample the capital city's cultural and historical charms. Following in the footsteps of the UK visitors, more than 100 travel …

Inbound tourism drive sparks optimistic outlook
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Inbound tourism drive sparks optimistic outlook

China Daily  

Tourists from the Mein Schiff 5 cruise ship enjoy their visit to Shanghai on April 6. In mid-May, it announced a policy allowing visa-free entry of foreign tour groups aboard cruise ships via all the country's cruise ship ports. Foreign tour groups comprising two or more individuals and organized or received by domestic travel agencies can also enter the country …

Inbound tourism drive sparks optimistic outlook
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Inbound tourism drive sparks optimistic outlook

China Daily  

Tourists from the Mein Schiff 5 cruise ship enjoy their visit to Shanghai on April 6. CHEN AIPING/XINHUA Last month, senior tour operator Iain Bell traveled from the United Kingdom to China at the invitation of Beijing tourism authorities to sample the capital city's cultural and historical charms. Following in the footsteps of the UK visitors, more than 100 travel …

Qinghai unveils cultural tourism promotion event in Jinan
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Qinghai unveils cultural tourism promotion event in Jinan

China Daily  

A captivating performance featuring Qinghai's unique dance and music showcases the province's rich cultural heritage. On June 2, the 2024 Qinghai Cultural Tourism Promotion Event was held in Jinan, Shandong province. Over 60 cultural tourism enterprises from Qinghai province showcased their unique offerings, encompassing an array of specialties from Qinghai, including distinctive agricultural and livestock products, time-honored handicrafts, tantalizing cuisine, …

Qinghai unveils cultural tourism promotion event in Jinan
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Qinghai unveils cultural tourism promotion event in Jinan

China Daily  

A captivating performance featuring Qinghai's unique dance and music showcases the province's rich cultural heritage. On June 2, the 2024 Qinghai Cultural Tourism Promotion Event was held in Jinan, Shandong province. Over 60 cultural tourism enterprises from Qinghai province showcased their unique offerings, encompassing an array of specialties from Qinghai, including distinctive agricultural and livestock products, time-honored handicrafts, tantalizing cuisine, …

Tai'an conference boosts culture and tourism industry
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Tai'an conference boosts culture and tourism industry

China Daily  

Eleven key cultural tourism projects sign at the opening ceremony of the Tai'an Culture and Tourism Industry High-quality Development Conference on June 1. The 2024 Tai'an Culture and Tourism Industry High-quality Development Conference opened in Tai'an, East China's Shandong province, on June 1, serving as a platform to strengthen exchanges for the high-quality development of the city's cultural tourism sector. …

Tai'an conference boosts culture and tourism industry
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Tai'an conference boosts culture and tourism industry

China Daily  

Eleven key cultural tourism projects sign at the opening ceremony of the Tai'an Culture and Tourism Industry High-quality Development Conference on June 1. The 2024 Tai'an Culture and Tourism Industry High-quality Development Conference opened in Tai'an, East China's Shandong province, on June 1, serving as a platform to strengthen exchanges for the high-quality development of the city's cultural tourism sector. …

Binhai New Area hosts cultural event
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Binhai New Area hosts cultural event

China Daily  

Tianjin and Northwest China's Qinghai province hosted a cultural and tourism-themed event at the Tianjin Binhai Cultural Center on May 29, with over 1,000 attendees from government, enterprises and social sectors. The event highlighted the deep integration of industries between Qinghai and Tianjin, resulting in the signing of cooperation agreements for 24 key projects across eight categories, including major cultural …

Conference facilitates global collaboration for enhanced travel experiences
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Conference facilitates global collaboration for enhanced travel experiences

China Daily  

More than 260 people attend the opening ceremony, including more than 100 global travel business representatives. The Beijing Inbound Tourism Development Conference commenced on Friday with the primary objective of fostering a platform for interaction and enhancing collaboration between Chinese and international travel agencies. Scheduled to run until Sunday, the conference features a diverse array of activities, including negotiations among …

Conference facilitates global collaboration for enhanced travel experiences
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Conference facilitates global collaboration for enhanced travel experiences

China Daily  

More than 260 people attend the opening ceremony, including more than 100 global travel business representatives. The Beijing Inbound Tourism Development Conference commenced on Friday with the primary objective of fostering a platform for interaction and enhancing collaboration between Chinese and international travel agencies. Scheduled to run until Sunday, the conference features a diverse array of activities, including negotiations among …

Conference facilitates global collaboration for enhanced travel experiences
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Conference facilitates global collaboration for enhanced travel experiences

China Daily  

More than 260 people attend the opening ceremony, including more than 100 global travel business representatives. The Beijing Inbound Tourism Development Conference commenced on Friday with the primary objective of fostering a platform for interaction and enhancing collaboration between Chinese and international travel agencies. Scheduled to run until Sunday, the conference features a diverse array of activities, including negotiations among …

Conference facilitates global collaboration for enhanced travel experiences
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Conference facilitates global collaboration for enhanced travel experiences

China Daily  

More than 260 people attend the opening ceremony, including more than 100 global travel business representatives. The Beijing Inbound Tourism Development Conference commenced on Friday with the primary objective of fostering a platform for interaction and enhancing collaboration between Chinese and international travel agencies. Scheduled to run until Sunday, the conference features a diverse array of activities, including negotiations among …

Conference facilitates global collaboration for enhanced travel experiences
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Conference facilitates global collaboration for enhanced travel experiences

China Daily  

More than 260 people attend the opening ceremony, including more than 100 global travel business representatives. The Beijing Inbound Tourism Development Conference commenced on Friday with the primary objective of fostering a platform for interaction and enhancing collaboration between Chinese and international travel agencies. Scheduled to run until Sunday, the conference features a diverse array of activities, including negotiations among …

Tai'an launches event for China Tourism Day
7 months ago

Tai'an launches event for China Tourism Day

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The Tai'an venue event celebrating China Tourism Day as well as the Dongping leg of the national walk along the Beijing-Hangzhou Grand Canal were held in Dongping county, Tai'an on May 19. The China Tourism Day event aims to promote the high-quality development of Tai'an's tourism industry, foster green tourism, advocate for civilized travel, and deepen the integration of culture …

Cultural events act as tourist magnets
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Cultural events act as tourist magnets

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By Yang Feiyue in Beijing and Li Xiaoyun in Hong Kong | China Daily | Updated: 2024-05-04 07:29 Tourists from the Chinese mainland flock to the Avenue of Stars in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong, on Thursday. "We expect to receive around 20,000 visitors per day during the May Day holiday," said Peng Yating, who is in charge of the …

Shandong unveils measures to boost inbound tourism
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Shandong unveils measures to boost inbound tourism

China Daily  

A signing ceremony is held at the 2024 Shandong International Travel Operators Conference. In an effort to boost market confidence and promote the development of inbound tourism, Shandong province unveiled a comprehensive set of policies and measures on April 25, according to guidelines released by the Shandong Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism at the 2024 Shandong International Travel Operators …

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