Tour operators and travel agencies from China inquired today about Cuba‘s tourist attractions. Regarding the upcoming edition of FITCuba 2025. Which has the Asian giant as guest of honor.
The ambassador of the Caribbean nation in Beijing, Alberto Blanco, underlined three unique elements that favor cooperation in this sector. The complementarity between two socialist nations without conflicts of interest. The stability and security that characterize Cuba. And the special affection and historical admiration of the Antillean people for China.
At a press conference, the chief diplomat highlighted the interest in Chinese companies managing hotels on the island. While highlighting successful management models of other Asian countries. “This would help adapt our facilities and services to the requirements of Chinese tourists,” he said
In answering questions from tour operators, he highlighted the ongoing efforts to adjust to the cultural and gastronomic needs of this Asian market.
According to Blanco, the island also takes into account the importance of deepening Beijing‘s relations with Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC). Also in this sense, he advocated for a multi–destination tourism model.
On the other hand, he highlighted the cultural richness of the Caribbean nation as tourist attractions. As well as the potential of health and nature tourism.
He pointed out the presence of 18 prestigious hotel chains worldwide. Which demonstrates a favorable environment for investment in the sector.
The ambassador invited future Chinese visitors to discover the smile, gratitude and spirituality of a noble, heroic, resilient and optimistic people.
Among the Chinese participants who will attend the 43rd edition of the International Tourism Fair FITCuba 2025 in Havana is Go Lucha. Who has already traveled to the island at the head of a television crew to film four episodes about the Antillean country.
In statements to Prensa Latina, he commented that in his opinion the country’s culture is the main tourist attraction. And expressed his enthusiasm to participate in this year’s event.
The 43rd edition of this event, one of the largest of its kind in the Caribbean. It is scheduled to be held from April 30 to May 3.
Cuba and China resumed direct flights between the two countries in May 2024. A measure that joined other incentives adopted by the Caribbean nation such as visa exemption for Chinese citizens holding ordinary passports.
China’s ambassador to Cuba, Hua Xin, reported through the social network X that 27 thousand Chinese entered the island in 2024. “An increase of more than 50 percent compared to 2023.”
The diplomat emphasized that the Caribbean nation is becoming an increasingly attractive tourist destination for the citizens of the Asian giant.
Cuba and China celebrate the 65th anniversary of diplomatic relations in 2025. Futhermore historical ties date back to the nineteenth century when the first Chinese citizens arrived in the Antillean country.
With information from Prensa Latina
Translated by Radio Angulo
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