Jimei, Xiamen hosted last Friday China's final round of the Miss Tourism World competition. A total of 22 contestants competed in various events, including cheongsam, bikini and evening dress displays. Yu Wang, a first-year student from the Beijing Institute of Fashion Technology, claimed the crown.
Miss Tourism World debuted in 1968 in Houston and is now contested in a dozen countries, including Australia, Brazil and Canada. The district of Jimei joined Xiamen's tourism bureau in organizing the event, which was a part of the Cross-Strait Tourism Fair. Event sponsors donated 45,000 yuan to charities that provide support to underprivileged households and children in Jimei.
China's latest departure tax refund measures will allow overseas visitors to obtain instant refunds across more regions and give them up to 28 days to leave the country, making multi-city trips easier and encouraging longer stays and greater spending.
Uruguay will grant visa-free entry to Chinese citizens.
