As Chinese tourists become top spenders around the world, US travel agencies are customizing tour projects to attract them.

Los Angeles Tourism and Convention Board plans to launch a Hello China program next year.This will include a Shop Los Angeles project from January to April to lure more tourists from China.

Tony Vericella, CEO of Luxe Travel Hawaii, launched high-end customized Hawaii travel for Chinese tourists last year. The price is at least $10,000 per person for six days.

"With Chinese getting visas easier and more flights available, every Chinese person will have an opportunity to come to America," Vericella said.

US tourism data show that the number of Chinese visitors surged to nearly 1.5 million in 2012.

This resulted in $9.2 billion in economic benefits, while tourist numbers are expected to surge to 3.4 million in 2018.