China's Labor Day holiday is buzzing with international visitors! 🎉 Thanks to streamlined visa policies and improved payment systems, inbound tourism has skyrocketed by 130% compared to last year, according to Trip.com. Top travelers are arriving from Malaysia, Thailand, the UK, Russia, and France, with megacities like Shanghai and Beijing leading as favorite destinations. 🌆
Beijing has rolled out red-carpet treatment for overseas guests: Both major airports now offer foreign currency exchange for over 40 currencies 💵, while national tourism sites are expanding English services. The Ministry of Culture and Tourism is also setting up more currency exchange spots near popular attractions.
Visa-free entries are fueling the boom, too: Nearly 2 million foreign travelers entered China without visas in early 2024—a 266% jump from last year! 📈 With these traveler-friendly upgrades, China's tourism scene is becoming a global hotspot. Ready to explore? 🧳🗺️
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cgtn.com