Sri Lanka's Ministry of Tourism announced on August 21 that citizens from 35 countries, including China, will be allowed visa-free entry starting October 1, 2024. Harin Fernando, an advisor to the Ministry, confirmed that this policy will be in place for six months. The list of eligible countries spans across Asia, Europe, North America, and Oceania, including major markets like Russia, India, the United States, and the United Kingdom. This strategic decision is expected to drive a surge in international arrivals, particularly from China, which has been a key source market for Sri Lanka.
Fliggy Expands Maldives Reach with New Tourism Cooperation
On August 20, Fliggy, a leading Chinese online travel platform under Alibaba, signed a cooperation memorandum with the Maldives Tourism Board. The agreement focuses on deepening collaboration in tourism product development, destination marketing, and enhancing the tourist experience. With this cooperation, Fliggy aims to offer Chinese consumers access to over 90% of the Maldives' resort islands in the coming years, solidifying its position as a dominant player in the Maldivian tourism market.
China Eastern Airlines Launches Special Shanghai-Perth Flights for Lunar New Year
China Eastern Airlines has announced the launch of a special direct flight from Shanghai to Perth, scheduled to operate during the upcoming Chinese New Year period. This route, a result of collaboration between the Western Australia Government and Perth Airport, will feature 10 additional flights between January 24 and February 14, 2025. This seasonal service marks the second direct flight route between mainland China and Perth, catering to the high travel demand during the festive season.
Hainan Airlines Introduces New Haikou-Chongqing-Seattle Route
Hainan Airlines is set to launch its first international route from Haikou to the United States on September 26, with a new service connecting Haikou, Chongqing, and Seattle. This route will be the 13th international and regional service departing from Haikou and will operate one round-trip flight per week.
Hong Kong Airlines to Resume Gold Coast Flights, Eyes North America
Hong Kong Airlines is making a strategic return to the long-haul market with plans to resume direct flights between Hong Kong and Australia's Gold Coast on January 17, 2025. This marks a significant step in the airline's recovery and expansion strategy. Chairman Sun Jianfeng revealed that the airline is actively increasing its fleet size to support network expansion, including the potential reopening of routes to North American destinations such as Vancouver, Toronto, Los Angeles, and Seattle.
Juneyao Airlines Adds Shanghai to Melbourne and Sydney Routes
Juneyao Airlines has announced the launch of two new routes from Shanghai to Australia, further expanding its international network. Starting in mid-December 2024, the airline will operate flights to Melbourne and Sydney. The Shanghai-Melbourne route will commence on December 19, with services on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, while the Shanghai-Sydney route will begin on December 16, with flights on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.
Air China to Launch New Urumqi-Moscow Direct Route
Air China is set to enhance its connectivity with Russia by launching a new direct route from Urumqi to Moscow on September 5. The flight, operating on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays, will utilize a Boeing B737 aircraft. This new service complements Air China's existing routes from Beijing Capital to Moscow and Beijing Capital to Hailaer-Chita, offering passengers more travel options between China and Russia.
Klook and TikTok Partner to Launch In-App Travel Booking Feature
In a bid to capture the attention of Gen Z and millennial travelers, destination travel platform Klook has announced a partnership with TikTok to introduce a new in-app booking feature. Available in seven Southeast Asian markets and Japan, this feature will allow users to book travel experiences directly through the TikTok app. The collaboration represents a significant shift in travel marketing, leveraging TikTok's extensive user base to drive bookings and enhance the overall travel planning experience.
Fiji Tourism Board Seeks Chinese Partners for 2024 Winter Roadshow
The Fiji Tourism Board is actively recruiting Chinese travel agencies to participate in its 2024 China Winter Roadshow VIP Forum, set to take place from November 1 to 3 at Mount Emei in Sichuan Province. The four-day event is designed to foster in-depth cooperation between Fiji's tourism partners and Chinese travel agencies, with the goal of expanding Fiji's market share in China. The open recruitment, which runs until August 31, offers agencies the opportunity to become preferred partners, thereby enhancing the range of Fiji tourism products available to Chinese tourists.
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