Inside the Revival of India-China Travel as Flights Resume and Visas Ease
Summary
India and China are restoring travel ties, including easier visa processes and resumed flights. This could increase inbound tourism to both countries, potentially creating new opportunities for hosts, especially those in areas popular with international travelers.
Key Insights
- •The air travel between India and China resumed towards the end of October.
- •India reopened visas for Chinese tourists and China introduced relaxations in the visa process for Indians, including quicker processing and reduced visa fees.
Action Items
- ✓Research popular destinations for Chinese and Indian tourists and consider optimizing your listings to be competitive in those markets.Effort: mediumImpact: medium
- ✓Consider translating your listing descriptions and guest communication into Mandarin to target Chinese travelers.Effort: mediumImpact: medium
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