With great support of CBN Travel & MICE and World Travel Online, 2014 Cambodia Tourism Roadshow was kicked off on August 26, 2014, attracting over 150 Chinese travel trade professionals and tour operators. H.E. Dr. THONG Khon, Minister of Tourism of Cambodia led more than 20 local incoming providers to attended this event.

 

 

In 2013, Cambodia witnessed over 4.2 million international arrivals with an increase of 17.5%, in which more than 460 thousands of Chinese tourists increased 39% compared to 2012, Ranked N.02. For the first six months of 2014, Cambodia received 2.2 million of international tourist arrivals, increased 5.2 % in which more than 260 thousands of Chinese tourist with an increase of 16% compared to the same period of 2013, Ranked N. 02. We expect to receive in 2014 around 4.6 million, in 2015 around 5 million, and in 2020 around 7.5 million of international tourist, in which around 2 million of Chinese tourists. 

 

H.E. Dr. THONG Khon, Minister of Tourism of Cambodia, admitted the potential of China's tourism market, admired the profound friendship between China and Cambodia, expressed that Cambodia would continuously promote the cooperation with China in the fields of tourism, economy and trade, etc., and encouraged Chinese investors to participate in numerous Cambodia tourism investment projects.

 

 

Mr. So Visothy, Director of Marketing and Promotion, introduced in detail the rich tourism resources in Cambodia, and welcomed visitors to Cambodia to visit World Heritages, Angkor Wat, Preah Vihear temple and thousands of temples, and experience Cambodian culture, smiling people, beautiful beaches, Eco-tourism destinations, others natural and cultural sites that make Cambodia different and attractive.
 

 

 

According to Mr. Gan Weixiang from Cambodia Angkor Air, Cambodia Angkor Air made its first foray into China market last year, and opened the international air routes between Cambodia and China. Now the transportation from China to Cambodia is very convenient, as many big cities in China are provided with flights to Siem Reap. In the interactive question and answer session, lucky guys won the big prizes - free air tickets to Cambodia provided by Cambodia Angkor Air.

 

 
In the dinner party of the roadshow, a Cambodian chief cook who repeatedly won the golden medal presented and cooked authentic local cuisines, besides, famous Cambodian singers, models and actress brought us excellent musical and dance performances. Mixture of gourmet cuisines and visual feast gave strong sensual impact to audience, and were received high praise by Chinese tour operators. In addition, Ministry of Tourism of Cambodia also gave Cambodian rice to each representatives. 

Mouth-watering Cambodian delicacies
Wonderful traditional dance performed by Cambodian beauties

 
The next stop of Cambodia Tourism Roadshow is Guangzhou. Many surprises are waiting for you! Look forward to your presence. 

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