英国和爱尔兰旅行商组团赴华踩线

Core Insights - The Chinese tourism office in London has organized a delegation of 12 travel agents from the UK and Ireland to visit China, starting a 10-day tour to explore cultural and tourism resources in Guangdong and Hainan, and to participate in the China International Tourism Trade Fair in Haikou from December 19 to 21 [1][2] Group 1: Delegation and Activities - This is the 9th group organized by the Chinese tourism office in London this year, with previous groups totaling 143 representatives from major UK travel agencies and notable travel writers visiting various provinces in China [2] - The delegation aims to enhance face-to-face communication and expand tourism cooperation between China and the UK [1][3] Group 2: Tourism Statistics and Trends - The UK is a significant source of inbound tourists for China, with 615,000 British visitors expected in 2024, reaching 95% of the levels seen in 2019, and this number is projected to continue rising in 2025 [2] - There are currently 21 direct flight routes between the UK and China, with 228 weekly flights, representing a 35% increase compared to 2019, placing the route recovery among the best in Europe [2] Group 3: Growth in Inbound Tourism - China's inbound tourism is experiencing growth due to favorable policies, diverse cultural experiences, and improved service environments, with foreign tourist numbers expected to double by 2025 [3] - As of September, the total number of foreign entries and exits has already surpassed the total for 2024, with over 25 million foreign tourists visiting China in the first eight months, and the annual total is projected to exceed 35 million, setting a new record [3]