China's Huatian Group Invests In Tourism
At a group development strategy seminar, Huatian Group revealed that it will aim to be listed in the top 100 hotel brands in the world in the next five years.
China Unveils Its First Tourism Academy
Jointly set up by the China National Tourism Administration and the Beijing International Studies University, the Chinese Academy for Tourism Talent Development has been unveiled to the public.
South Korea Relaxes Visas For Chinese Tourists
The Republic of Korea's Ministry of Justice, has stated that in order to encourage more tourists from China, it will lower the requirements for independent Chinese tourists applying for visas.
Japan Cancels Visa Cancellation Policy For Chinese Tour Groups
After the easing of visa application restriction for Chinese independent tourists, Japan has now withdrawn its visa cancellation policy for tour groups.
Langqi Island To Build Ten Star-rated Hotels
Under the Fuzhou Langqi Island International Tourist Resort Project Investment Framework Agreement, an investment alliance including Wanda, Lenovo, and others, plans to put CNY20-30 billion into programs that include ten star-rated hotels, shopping street, and a submarine playground.
MOU Opens Canada For Chinese Tour Groups
At a meeting in Ottawa, Canada, the director of China National Tourism Administration, Shao Qiwei, and Canada's international trade minister, Peter Van Loan, signed a memorandum of understanding enabling Chinese tour groups to visit Canada.
Fujian Establishes Goals For Cultural Tourism Industry
Fujian Provincial Tourism Bureau has drawn up its "Development Plan for Fujian Province Cultural Tourism 2010-2012".
MOU On Development Of Cruise Industry In China
At the Seatrade All Asia Cruise Convention 2010, which was held in Suzhou, the Asia Cruise Association and the China Cruise and Yacht Industry Association have signed a memorandum of understanding on promoting the development of the cruise industry in China and Asia.
Tourism Development Plan Approved For Lhasa
The Lhasa Tourism Development Master Plan (2010-2020), has been appraised by experts in Beijing and will be the guiding document for the development of tourism in Lhasa over the next ten years.
Hainan To Build Tourism Investment And Financing Platforms
According to the Hainan International Tourism Island Construction and Development Plan recently approved by the National Development and Reform Commission, Hainan will set up six investment and financing platforms based on the different sources and uses of capital.
HNA Leyou Enters Chengdu
The new brand of HNA Tourism, HNA Leyou, has been unveiled in Chengdu following its launch in Jinan, Wuhan, and Xi'an.