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Core Insights - The global tourism industry is experiencing a significant recovery since 2024, with international tourist arrivals exceeding 300 million in Q1 2025, marking a 5% year-on-year increase. The Asia-Pacific market leads this growth, with China being the largest tourism spender, showing a 30% increase in outbound spending [1][3]. Group 1: Inbound Tourism Growth - Inbound tourism in China has seen a remarkable increase, with 1.3 billion international visitors in 2024, representing over 60% growth year-on-year [3][4]. - The data from the Qunar platform indicates that orders from foreign tourists increased by 1.8 times in 2024, highlighting a growing interest in travel to China [3][4]. - There is a notable trend of foreign tourists exploring third-tier and lower cities in China, with ticket bookings to places like Datong, Yiwu, and Yining doubling [4]. Group 2: Digital Transformation in Tourism - The integration of AI and big data is reshaping the tourism industry, with companies leveraging these technologies to enhance service offerings and customer experiences [5][6]. - Platforms like Xiaohongshu are collaborating with international destinations to improve visibility and engagement, utilizing AI algorithms for targeted marketing [6][8]. - Qunar is actively developing AI applications for users, including travel itinerary planning and intelligent customer service, with plans to launch an AI travel toolbox on its app [8].