Travel has also led to a visa boom. Ctrip visa data show that the “May Day” holiday outbound tourist visas have increased significantly since late February, and the week after the Spring Festival has increased by more than three times. And at a steady rate of 50% per week. From the current number of signers, the number of signers in the “May Day” holiday increased by more than 30% compared with last year, and the transaction volume of signers has exceeded the same period in 2019.

It is understood that in the same period last year, Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand are not visa-free for China, on this basis, the number of outbound travel visas is still growing year-on-year, indicating that this year’s “May Day” will usher in a larger wave of outbound boom.

From the visa data, “May Day” popular outbound travel countries are: Japan, South Korea, the United States, Australia, the United Kingdom, Vietnam, Canada, New Zealand and so on. The top 10 tourist sources are: Shanghai, Beijing, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Hangzhou, Nanjing, Suzhou, Xi ‘an, Chongqing, Chengdu.

As the first checkpoint of outbound tourism, the difficulty of visa processing plays a key role. Since last year, the outbound travel visa policy has been favorable, and with the support of the continuous recovery of cross-border flights, the demand for outbound travel has continued to rise. Ctrip’s visa business sales in 2023 recovered to nearly 80% of that in 2019, showing dozens of times growth compared with 2022; Since the beginning of this year, the number of visa holders has increased by more than three times compared with last year, and under the premise of visa-free new Malaysia and Thailand, the visa business for Qingming Festival has still recovered to 90% of that before the epidemic.

The trend of multi-country travel is significant

Thanks to visa facilitation and increased air capacity, China’s inbound and outbound tourism market will develop rapidly in 2024, driving the recovery of the global tourism market. The China Tourism Academy predicts that the number of outbound tourists will reach 130 million in 2024.

As the enthusiasm for outbound tourism has been reignited, more and more tourists are no longer satisfied with only going to one country at a time, or a country only going to one trip, and the demand for outbound multi-country continuous Tours and high frequency outbound Tours has heated up rapidly. Ctrip visa data show that in 2023, the number of people who handled multiple visas in Ctrip accounted for 56%, an increase of 87% compared with 2019. Among them, the number of customers who handled multiple visas for Japan increased significantly, and the number of customers who handled multiple visas for Japan for 5 years was 5 times that of 2019.

For users who need to sign a multi-country tour, Ctrip recently launched a “global visa Black card”. Ctrip’s “Global Visa Black Card” is divided into two versions, the selected version is priced at 13,888 yuan, and the other premium version can enjoy visa upgrade and expedited services. The 10 country visa types include Japan for 5 years, South Korea for 5 years, the United States for 10 years, Canada for 10 years, Australia for 3 years, New Zealand for 5 years, the United Kingdom for 2 years, Turkey for 6 months, Cuba tourist card and Vietnam for 30 days.

Many of the countries involved in Ctrip’s “Global Visa Black card” are countries where visas are difficult to obtain, including Japan and South Korea, Australia, New Zealand and the United States with 3, 4 and 5 stars of difficulty. In addition, with the above 10 countries, you can enjoy an additional 14 countries, including: the Philippines, Montenegro, Mexico, Honduras, Dominica, Costa Rica, Chile, Peru, Papua New Guinea, Gibraltar, Cayman Islands, Bermuda, Anguilla, Ireland.
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The Republic of Korea International Tourism revenue: $21.6 billion The Republic of Korea, commonly known as South Korea, is a technologically advanced Asian country. South Korea is popular with Chinese tourists – thousands flock to the country each year.

United Arab Emirates International Tourism Revenue: $21.8 billion The United Arab Emirates is not a surprising industry in our World travel rankings. After all, Dubai, its economic hub, is one of the most visited cities in Asia.

The Republic of Austria International tourism revenue: $22.9 billion The Republic of Austria is a landlocked country in Central Europe. Some of the most popular destinations include the capital Vienna, famous for its Schonbrunn Palace.

United Mexican States International Tourism Revenue: $24.6 billion The United Mexican States, or Mexico, is a country in North America. It is famous for historical tourism, being the birthplace of the Mayan civilization as well as beautiful beaches.

Canada International Tourism Revenue: $28 billion Canada is a thriving North American country. Canada is famous for its Niagara Falls, which has been a popular tourist destination for more than a hundred years.

Hong Kong Special Administrative Region International Tourism revenue: $29 billion Hong Kong is a special administrative region of the People’s Republic of China. It’s known for its vibrant nightlife, historic temples, and, of course, Disneyland.

The Republic of Turkey International tourism revenue: $29.8 billion The Republic of Turkey is a country in both Asia and Europe. Its Istanbul International Airport is one of the busiest in the world.

Republic of India International Tourism Revenue: $30.7 billion The Republic of India is one of the largest countries in the world and is home to many iconic tourist destinations such as the Taj Mahal, the Ganges River and more.

People’s Republic of China International Tourism Revenue: $35.8 billion The People’s Republic of China is the most populous country in the world. It has a centuries-old culture with iconic sights such as the Great Wall of China.

Macao Special Administrative Region International Tourism revenue: $40.1 billion Macau is another special territory of China. It is known for its vibrant casino and gaming industry.

Federal Republic of Germany International tourism revenue: $41.6 billion The Federal Republic of Germany, Europe’s largest economy, is known for its spectacular Oktoberfest and winter market.

Commonwealth of Australia International Tourism Revenue: $45.7 billion The Commonwealth of Australia is a thriving maritime nation. It is famous for having the world’s largest coral reef system, the Great Barrier Reef.

Japan International Tourism revenue: $46.1 billion Like China, Japan is a country with a long history, full of ancient temples and historical culture.

Republic of Italy International Tourism Revenue: $49.6 billion Another unsurprising country on our list is Italy. Known for its Roman culture and art galleries, it is one of the best destinations for cultural tourism.

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland International tourism revenue: $52.7 billion The United Kingdom is another country with a long history. As we all know, this is the land of Kings, and the British monarchy has existed in one form or another for centuries. It also gave Britain a diverse array of historic landmarks that played a central role in the feuds between its rulers and marked key points in the country’s industrial development. Not to mention, major UK cities such as London have vibrant nightlife and Scotland is known for some of the most beautiful pastures in the world.

Kingdom of Thailand International Tourism Revenue: $60.5 billion The Kingdom of Thailand is an Asian country that has transformed its economy based on tourism. Thailand is known for its scenic destinations, such as the Gulf of Thailand, which is famous for its crystal clear waters. Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, is one of the most famous tourist cities in the world. It is known around the world for its nightlife, and a relatively little-known fact about Thailand is that it is also a top global medical tourism destination, as people often travel to the country for cosmetic surgery.

French Republic International tourism revenue: $63.8 billion Just as the French museum heist is a popular topic in movies, France as a whole is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Its capital, Paris, is one of the global centers of art, and the famous Louvre Museum’s collection of art has played a crucial role in the Renaissance of European culture after the infamous Dark Ages. France is also a highly democratic country, filled with landmarks of former royals ousted by revolutionaries. Not to mention, its colonial history and role in World War II nicely round out its tourist significance.

Kingdom of Spain International tourism revenue: $79.7 billion The Kingdom of Spain is another former colonial power. The World Trade Organization is headquartered in the country and tourists, mainly from Europe, pour into the country every year. Spain is known for its vibrant beaches, festivals, nightlife and museums.

United States of America International Tourism revenue: $214 billion Although the United States is not as old as China or Japan, it still tops the list. Although the United States is not old, it is one of the few countries that fought a years-long war to overthrow the British monarchy, which gives it its own unique flavor of ruins. In addition, countless people have flocked to its shores for recreational, commercial and medical purposes

“San Francisco is a vibrant and prosperous city, filled with vibrant neighborhoods, green parks and vast open Spaces,” said VisitSan Francisco President and Chief Executive Officer Mark Persgaard. San Francisco is home to unparalleled beauty, world-class cuisine, and a culture of hospitality. Tourism San Francisco will continue to work closely with Ctrip Group to bring more international tourists to San Francisco and let them experience the vitality and charm of the city.”

Since 2016, Ctrip Group has maintained in-depth cooperation with San Francisco Tourism Bureau. In 2022, the two sides further expanded cooperation in the international market, for the first time in Trip.com, Japan and South Korea, and made full use of Ctrip Group’s multi-platform resource advantages, attracting a large number of international tourists to San Francisco, especially in the Asia-Pacific region, this cooperation has achieved remarkable results. According to the San Francisco Tourism Bureau, international visitors to San Francisco will grow by 26% in 2023 and remain a key driver of the tourism recovery.

During the meeting, Chen Guanqi, vice president of Ctrip Group, warmly welcomed the visit of the top management of San Francisco Tourism Bureau. At the same time, he also introduced the core advantages of Ctrip Group, such as global resources, one-stop travel service and excellent service quality. Chen Guanqi said, “With the rapid recovery of the global tourism industry, new development trends have gradually emerged. To this end, the two parties plan to rely on San Francisco’s rich tourism resources and Ctrip’s global resources to provide comprehensive solutions for San Francisco’s tourism industry to attract high-quality tourists worldwide and create new tourism products, and further consolidate and enhance San Francisco’s dominant position as an outstanding tourist destination in the United States. Simultaneously showcasing and promoting this diverse and romantic West Coast city to global visitors.

According to the latest World Economic Impact Report by the World Travel and Tourism Council and Oxford Economics, tourism now supports 348 million jobs worldwide, an increase of more than 13.6 million jobs compared to 2019. Of the 185 countries included in the World Travel and Tourism Council’s statistics, 142 countries are expected to break the previous record for tourism revenue.

In 2023, the vigorous development of the global tourism industry demonstrates the resilience of the industry and plays a key role in the development of the global economy. In 2023, tourism will account for 9.1% of global GDP, or just over $9.9 trillion, just 4% below its all-time high in 2019. International travel spending rose 33.1 percent to $1.63 trillion.

The rapid recovery of global tourism in 2023 sets the stage for a record year in 2024. The tourism industry is at a key point of development and change, and will create more brilliant. The World Travel and Tourism Council predicts that by 2034, tourism will contribute $16 trillion to global economic growth, accounting for 11.4 percent of the global economy and 12.2 percent of the overall labor market, playing a key role in the job market.

Julia Simpson, President and CEO of the World Travel and Tourism Council, said that the significance of the increase in tourism output is not only breaking historical records, but also highlighting the important role of the global tourism industry after a difficult development, in providing economic development and creating millions of jobs around the world.