US EditionChinese Cruise Ship to Japan Diverts to South Korea Amid China-Japan Spat
Chinese cruise ships are avoiding Japanese ports amid diplomatic tensions, increasing South Korea's tourism appeal with longer port stays and a surge in bookings, officials said.
- On Nov 19, Jeju province said Adora Magic City changed its December schedule to skip Japanese ports after requesting the change without explanation, sources said.
- Amid the diplomatic dispute, Beijing and Tokyo's tensions prompt cruise operators and industry sources to say schedule changes reflect worsening relations, not operational issues, after Sanae Takaichi's remarks inflamed tensions.
- Operational notices show the Dream cruise ship will spend 31 to 57 hours in Jeju instead of the usual nine, while Mr Lee Yong-gun said other Chinese cruise lines are discussing reroutes to Incheon or Busan.
- Tokyo-Based East Japan International Travel Service said it lost 80 bookings, while South Korean travel stocks including Lotte Tour Development and Yellow Balloon Tour rose this week.
- On Nov 19, a South Korean tour agency chief said demand is shifting to Korea, citing a 2013 precedent where Chinese tourists increased by over 50 per cent during a dispute, and booking data shows Korea emerging as a top destination.
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SEOUL >> Chinese cruise operators are scrambling to avoid Japanese ports as Beijing and Tokyo engage in a diplomatic dispute, which is expected to spur demand for tourism in South Korea, according to sources and cruise schedules reviewed
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Chinese cruise ships are avoiding Japan amid diplomatic friction. This shift is expected to significantly boost tourism in South Korea. Operators are changing itineraries, extending stays in South Korean ports. Travel agencies and airlines are anticipating a surge in Chinese visitors. This development follows recent remarks by Japan's prime minister, impacting travel perceptions.
It has been learned that China's state-owned airline, Air China, will reduce the number of flights scheduled to and from Japan from the end of this month through March. This was confirmed by several company officials involved in flights to and from Japan. This includes the long holiday period for the Chinese New Year.
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