1O DESTINATION DURING SPRING FESTIVAL

Rindukelana.blogspot.com SOUTH KOREA – In addition to being the world’s biggest duty-free market, South Korea is also a popular destination for Chinese  tourists, thanks to the popularity of Korean TV series. During Spring Festival, Chinese tourists will be welcomed by performances of the dragon dance, amazing firework displays, and a host of other activities. Chinese visitors are also being offered Visa free access to Jeju Island, a volcanic island popular with the locals.

[rindukelana.blogspot.com] THAILAND -  Despite the political unrest that kept tourists away for much of last year, Thailand is still one the most popular destinations for Chinese tourists. Yaowarat, Bangkok’s Chinatown, will be the epicenter of most of Bangkok’s new year celebrations, which will feature fascinating parades, firecrackers, fire eaters, dragon dancers and more. Chinese tourist

Rindukelana.blogspot.com JAPAN – A survey by Travelzoo Asia Pacific voted Japan the most preferred destination for Chinese tourists this year. On Jan 19, Japan extended the validity of multiple-entry visas for Chinese tourists from three to five years. The government also plans to further expand the range of tax-exempt goods available to foreign tourists.

Rindukelana.blogspot.com TAIWAN – Spring Festival is the longest and most important festival in Taiwan. Since Jan 1, tourists from the mainland have been able to obtain visas on arrival at the islands of Kinmen, Matsu and Penghu.

Rindukelana.blogspot.com MALDIVES – Despite a well-publicized water shortage recently, the Maldives – famous for its pristine beaches, scuba diving and tropical marine life – remains a popular destination for Chinese travelers, who don’t require visas for visits that last 30 days or less.

Rindukelana.blogspot.com UNITED STATES – The United States is the second most popular travel destination for Chinese vacationers. A recent agreement on reciprocal 10-year visas allows multiple entries for tourists and businesspeople during the validity period.

Rindukelana.blogspot.com MAURITIUS -  is an African island nation with beautiful beaches and stunning shorelines scenery. Chinese tourists can stay for 15 days without visa.

Rindukelana.blogspot.com EUROPE – The United Kingdom, France, Germany, Greece, you name it. Europe is full of surprises for Chinese tourists. Chinese New year will be celebrated in major cities and Chinese towns. A Schengen visas allows entry to 22 European Union members. Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and Romania are not yet part of the Schengen Area, but they have adopted the bloc’s visa policy.

Rindukelana.blogspot.com INDONESIA – The country introduced Chinese New Year as a national holiday in 2002. This years celebrations will include lion dancing and a lantern festival. Tourists from Chinese mainland can get a 30 day visa on arrival, but those arriving from Macao and Hong Kong can stay for 30 days without visa.

Rindukelana.blogspot.com NEW ZEALAND – The country has benefited from an extensive marketing campaign aimed at Chinese tourists in recent years. From the multicultural mecca of Auckland’s “City of Sails” to the creative hub of the capital. Wellington, plenty of Chinese New year inspired events will be taking place.