China's tourism scene is buzzing with energy as travelers around the globe flock to the country ahead of the May Day holidays! Online travel giant Ctrip reports skyrocketing bookings for both inbound and outbound trips, signaling a major rebound in global travel interest.
Visa-Free Travel Sparks Surge
Thanks to China's expanded visa-free policies, over 160,000 travelers passed through Shenzhen's Luohu Port in recent days – including 2,400 foreign tourists. The popular 144-hour visa-free program allowed 800+ international visitors to explore designated areas hassle-free. 'It’s never been easier to experience Chinese culture,' one border official told local media.
Top Destinations & Travel Hacks
From Shanghai's skyline to Xi'an's ancient walls , these are the hot spots drawing crowds:
Top cities: Shanghai, Beijing, Chengdu, Shenzhen
Emerging favorite: Huangshan’s misty peaks
Local governments are rolling out traveler-first upgrades:
Xi’an Metro’s colorful 'rainbow guides'
Multi-language payment systems in Huangshan
Small-change exchange counters (5-20 yuan notes)
What Experts Are Saying
'This recovery is powered by smarter policies and pent-up wanderlust,' says Prof. Wu Liyun of Beijing International Studies University. With airline capacity expanding and services improving, 2024 could be a record-breaking year for global tourism through China.
An American traveler raved about QR-code menus and instant translation features: 'It feels like the future of travel – and it’s happening now!'
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Online travel giant Ctrip reports skyrocketing bookings for both inbound and outbound trips, signaling a major rebound in global travel interest.
'It’s never been easier to experience Chinese culture,' one border official told local media.
, these are the hot spots drawing crowds:
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