Internet Celeb Videos Fuel Hainan Travel Popularity Surge Hainan, a tropical island province in southern China, is experiencing an unprecedented rise in international tourism. This surge in popularity comes on the heels of the province’s visa-free policy, which has made it easier for visitors to explore its cultural and natural beauty. The island’s reputation has skyrocketed, thanks in part to the influence of global internet celebrities who have recently explored the region. Since October, four high-profile social media influencers from Italy, Canada, and the UK were invited to document their journeys through Hainan. Their videos, which feature some of the…
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National Geographic Traveller (UK) has unveiled the winners of its prestigious Hotel Awards 2024, celebrating the best new and enhanced hotels from around the globe. The awards spotlight hotels that deliver outstanding service, innovative design, and exceptional guest experiences, with 36 hotels earning recognition across 12 categories. The full list of winners will be featured in the November 2024 issue of National Geographic Traveller (UK), available in stores from 3 October 2024. Each category crowns a single winner, alongside two runners-up, highlighting a range of properties from chic urban hotels to secluded eco-retreats. Pat Riddell, editor of National Geographic Traveller…