The New York Times reported today: "The number of Russian tourists traveling to Hainan increased 11 times between 2023 and 2024, becoming the largest group of foreign tourists on the island to date, mainly due to the visa-free policy and the warm reception locally. During the winter tourism peak season, at least eight flights fly from various parts of Russia to Hainan Island every day."
Comments: The Russian winter is cold and lacks warm vacation destinations. Hainan's warm winter climate and coastal resources perfectly meet the demand. The visa-free policy has opened up a "spontaneous travel" channel. Local Russian language services, traditional Chinese medicine health care, and direct ruble payments further implement the "warm reception," enabling Hainan to stand out from Southeast Asian competitors and become the preferred destination for Russian tourists to escape the cold and seek health care during winter.
Original: toutiao.com/article/1854180700506248/
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