Malaysia Airlines & Hyatt Witness a 35% Surge in Bookings to China
Southeast Asia is currently experiencing an unprecedented boom in tourism to China. Both Malaysia Airlines and Hyatt Hotels have reported a significant 35 percent increase in bookings. This surge is largely attributed to China’s streamlined visa policies and the enhancement of its travel infrastructure.
Malaysia Airlines has responded to the growing demand by increasing flight frequencies to key Chinese cities. These include Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou. The airline attributes the surge to China’s unilateral visa exemption policies for Malaysian travelers, which have made visiting the country easier than ever.
Similarly, Hyatt Hotels has seen a substantial rise in bookings at its properties in major Chinese cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, and Chengdu. To cater to the influx of Southeast Asian travelers, the hotel chain has improved its service offerings with multilingual staff and seamless payment systems. The rise in bookings reflects a growing interest in China’s world-class shopping experiences. The country has introduced tax refund systems and digital payment options, making shopping more enticing for international visitors.
But it’s not just Malaysia that’s seeing this trend. Other Southeast Asian nations, including Singapore and Thailand, are also experiencing impressive growth in tourism to China. This trend is reshaping how international airlines and hospitality groups engage with the Chinese tourism market. Industry experts predict this strong growth will continue as China invests further in tourism infrastructure.
Source: Travel and Tour World