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South Koreans flock to China amid visa-free entry and short flight boom

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South Korean tourism to China has seen a significant increase in the first half of the year, with approximately 1.7 million visitors, a 16% rise compared to the previous year. This surge is attributed to visa-free entry policies and the convenience of short flights, making China a popular destination for weekend getaways. Data indicates that short-haul trips constitute the majority of South Korean outbound travel, with China being the top choice. AI

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South Koreans flock to China amid visa-free entry and short flight boom

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Mandy Zuo,Yulu Ao ·

    Visa-free entry, short flights fuel surge in weekend trips to China among South Koreans

    Kim Ji-soo wrapped up a visit to the coastal city of Qingdao in northern China just last weekend, but she is already contemplating where she will go on her next visit. “It seemed affordable, nearby and I wanted to visit a new city,” said the 57-year-old Seoul resident, who had be…

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