Hey travel enthusiasts! 🌍✈️ Great news from the Chinese mainland! China just announced on Monday that it will include Australia in its list of unilateral visa-free countries. 🎉 This means it's now easier than ever for our Aussie friends to explore the wonders of China!
And that's not all! Just last week, China added New Zealand to this amazing visa-free list. Talk about a warm welcome! 🇨🇳🤝🇳🇿
The response has been incredible. According to Trip.com, an online travel service provider, searches by New Zealand tourists for China-related keywords skyrocketed by 65% the day after the announcement. 🚀 Looks like everyone is eager to check out the Great Wall, the Forbidden City, and maybe even try some authentic dumplings! 🥟
At the same time, data shows that New Zealand has become a hotspot for Chinese tourists this summer. 🌞 The number of tourists is expected to bounce back to 2019 levels. \"As of June 14, air ticket bookings from China to New Zealand have more than doubled year-on-year,\" said Xiao Peng, an employee of Chinese online travel platform Qunar.
\"Cities like Auckland, Queenstown, Christchurch, and Wellington are super popular among Chinese tourists, with bookings for related tourism products tripling year-on-year,\" Xiao Peng added. Looks like it's a travel boom on both sides! 🛫🛬
So, if you've been dreaming of strolling through the streets of Shanghai or exploring the Terracotta Army in Xi'an, now's your chance! Pack your bags and get ready for an unforgettable adventure. 🚀 Don't forget your camera! 📸
This move by China is a fantastic step towards bringing people closer together. It's all about sharing cultures, making new friends, and creating memories that'll last a lifetime. 🌟 So, who's up for an epic trip?
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
