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Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News
HAIKOU, July 2 (Xinhua) — South China’s island province of Hainan on Tuesday launched a campaign to promote summer tourism, providing 40 million yuan (about 5.59 million U.S. dollars) in subsidies to spur consumption during the tourist season, local authorities said.
According to the Hainan Provincial Department of Tourism, Culture, Radio, Television and Sports, the campaign will run from July to September and will provide targeted subsidies for travel to and from the province, accommodation, meals, and tickets to tourist attractions.
Tourists can upload receipts to prove their spending on dedicated online platforms. Subsidized funds ranging from 150 to 3,060 yuan will be returned directly to travelers’ personal bank accounts.
This summer, Hainan is expected to host more than 100 cultural, tourism and sports events, including festivals, live performances and sports competitions, showcasing the island’s diverse charms.
Hainan Island, famous for its year-round sunshine and pristine beaches, is looking to revitalize its tourism industry. China aims to turn the province into a global tourist and consumer destination by 2035.
By the end of 2024, Hainan’s total tourist flow, including both domestic and foreign tourists, exceeded 97.2 million person-times, up 8 percent from the previous year. According to official data from the above-mentioned department, total tourism spending in the province last year increased by 12.5 percent, reaching 204 billion yuan.
The province is expected to receive more than 100 million tourists, both domestic and international, this year.
As part of its broader economic strategy, China is turning Hainan into a free trade port. With Hainan set to begin independent customs operations by the end of the year, the province is poised to become not only a tourist haven but also a key gateway to China’s opening up. -0-