入境游激发青岛文旅市场新动能

Group 1 - The upgraded transit visa exemption policy allows foreign visitors from 54 countries to stay in China for up to 240 hours, boosting tourism in cities like Qingdao, especially from East Asian countries such as South Korea and Japan [1] - The popularity of Qingdao as a weekend getaway is reflected in the increase of foreign tourists, with local businesses adapting to cater to their needs, including English training for staff [1] - The "Shangjie Li" street in Zhongshan Road has been transformed into a payment service area for foreign visitors, with over 200 merchants accepting various payment methods, enhancing the convenience for tourists [2] Group 2 - The occupancy rate of the Hai Tian Grand Hotel for Japanese and Korean tourists has more than doubled compared to the same period last year, indicating a significant increase in foreign visitor numbers [2] - The hotel has partnered with local businesses for promotional activities and is listed on international travel platforms to improve brand visibility and facilitate bookings for foreign tourists [2] - The influx of foreign tourists is revitalizing the cultural and tourism market in Qingdao, prompting local authorities to enhance service quality and develop more diverse tourism products [2]