Published: Feb 05, 2025, 10:51 IST | Updated: Feb 05, 2025, 10:51 IST
China’s start to the Lunar New Year is marked by a tourism boom, defying the country’s broader economic slowdown. China has recorded a 203% surge in inbound travel bookings for the 2025 Lunar New Year, compared to 2024. This spike is largely attributed to China’s expanded visa-waiver scheme, offering 30-day visa-free entry to citizens of 38 countries.