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Hainan, dubbed the Hawaii of the Far East, represents a new phase of tourism development in China and is one of the most exciting new destinations anywhere in the world. Situated on the pristine waters of the South China Sea, Hainan boasts some of the most unspoilt and pristine coastlines seen anywhere in the world. With gorgeous beaches such as Yalong Bay widely regarded as some of the finest on Earth, as well as a unique traditional culture that dates back over 2000 years, Hainan is a truly an Island of splendour.
Hainan is also home to some of the world’s most exciting tourism developments, with the Chinese government pledging around 25 billion Yuans over the next 10 years to help develop the Island province. Some of these projects include, the construction of Southern Asia’s first 7 star hotels, one to be built in Sanya and the other in Haikou. The new bullet train which can reach speeds of up to 280km/h, from Haikou to Sanya city, will help facilitate faster, and more environmental friendly travel around the Island. The development of the world’s largest duty-free shopping area, over 7000 square metres in Hai Tang bay. As well as the Hainan`s only special Visa laws, allowing free entry into Hainan for a period of up to 15 days, for people from 2 countries including, Australia and New Zealand.
Hainan International Tourism Alliance (HITA) – The Hainan International Tourism Alliance, is a newly founded semi-government organisation that has been formed to manage and promote Hainan`s tourism excellence. The HITA represents an important step forward in the development of Hainan as an International tourism destination. With a major focus on quality, the HITA has also formulated a new quality control programme, “Quality Assured by HITA”, which will look to certify and ensure service excellence throughout the island. The “Quality Assured by HITA” members already include Le Meridian Shimei Bay, Mangrove Tree Resort Yalong Bay, Monkey Island, Boundary Island and many more (please contact us for a full list of members). As well as the recent launching of Hainan`s mission statement, a “Green, Clean and Sustainable Tourism”, with a view to Hainan becoming a world leader in eco-tourism by 2020.
Hainan Tourism Development Commission - Founded in 1980`s the Hainan Tourism Development Commission is the overarching government body that controls tourism development wihin Hainan province. The first international headquarters has been recently opened in Sydney in conjunction with the HITA and Sanya Tourism Development Commission to help promote Hainan as a new destination in Australia and New Zealand.
Visithainan.Com.Au – The first in Australia to promote Hainan, dubbed 'Hawaii of the Far East'.
Visithainan.Com.Au is very proud to be the first wholesale travel company and GSA for Australia and New Zealand market. Run in conjunction with the other Hainan tourism bodies we are proud to be able to bring Hainan close than ever and determined to deliver the best possible “Value for Moneys”. Visithainan.Com.Au is the official and only recognised travel agency within Australia to process the special ‘FREE Visa Landing’ policy. Visithainan.Com.Au is also a proud member and the co-founder of Hainan International Tourism Alliance, the HITA.
Contact Details:
National Reservation & Enquiry Line: 1300HAINAN(424626)
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Fax: +61 2 80884702
Website: WWW.VISITHAINAN.COM.AU
Office of Australia & New Zealand Region for
Hainan Tourism Development Commission
Hainan International Tourism Alliance (HITA)
VISITHAINAN.COM.AU together with
Formosa Travel & Holidays
(Wholesaler & Consolidator)
P.O BOX 2496
Bondi Junction NSW 1355