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China’s visa-free waivers spark Korean travel boom, underpin tourism revival

South Korean visitors to Shanghai increased by 24.2% in 2026, driven by visa-free entry and strong value, with 1.37 million arrivals in 2025 accounting for 43% of Korea-China travel.

Summary by South China Morning Post
Shanghai bookings surge as visitors flock to cosmopolitan streets and affordable dining, with analysts predicting the trend will spread inland.

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China’s visa-free waivers spark Korean travel boom, underpin tourism revival

Shanghai bookings surge as visitors flock to cosmopolitan streets and affordable dining, with analysts predicting the trend will spread inland.

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Will Shanghai remain a favorite destination for Koreans in 2026?

HONG KONG — For Choi Yu-jin, a 31-year-old Seoul-based fashion designer, the perfect getaway requires three must-haves: value, spotless streetscape...

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The Korea Times broke the news in Korea, Republic of on Sunday, February 1, 2026.
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