Xinhua: Chinese tourists contribute to the global economic recovery and cultural exchange
According to experts, the return of Chinese tourists to the international market after the resumption of outbound tourism by the country will contribute to the recovery of this sector of the economy worldwide, the Xinhua news agency writes.
It also activates cultural exchange between China and the rest of the world.
Travelers from China actively participate in cultural and entertainment tours, make various purchases.
"We are looking forward to the return of guests from China to our restaurants with impatience," commented Alix Picard, senior manager of the UK Restaurant Corporation.
During the celebration of the Chinese New Year, hotels, restaurants, shopping malls and attractions around the world welcome representatives of the Celestial Empire with special trepidation. So, a wish tree has been installed in a Chinese restaurant in London, where everyone can leave their congratulations and best wishes to the people of China. The restaurant was decorated with traditional Chinese decorations and even prepared a special menu, including rabbit meat dishes — a symbol of the Spring festival this year.
A huge rabbit stands at the entrance to the Shangri-La Hotel in Istanbul, welcoming visitors among the red lanterns; in Indonesia, guests from China were greeted with a traditional lion dance.
They have thoroughly prepared for the holiday in Greece. Virtual assistants speaking Chinese have been installed at the Athens airport. They provide visitors with information in their native language. The Chinese themselves can use all the payment methods at the airport that they use at home.
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