Real Tonga Anticipates Chinese-led Tourism Boom

Real Tonga Anticipates Chinese-led Tourism Boom

Smart Aviation – Asia Pacific – June 7, 2019

Real Tonga, the carrier of the Pacific island kingdom of Tonga, expects further growth in tourism numbers as more Chinese tourists arrive.

“Tourism is obviously starting from a low base, but it is clear that the Chinese coming through Fiji are driving much of the growth,” says Real Tonga owner and CEO Tevita Palu.

Direct flights operate from Fiji’s Nadi International Airport to Hong Kong, along with seasonal charters to Chinese cities such as Tianjin. Chinese citizens can enter Fiji and Tonga visa free.

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