Current situation of tourism development in Singapore

According to news reports from new media, the performance of local tourism has achieved good results again. In 2007, the number and time of tourists reached the highest level in the past years. The tourism income of 654.38+0.38 billion yuan is the best achievement in the past years.

According to the latest data of Singapore Tourism Board, from June 65438+ 10 to February 65438+2 in 2007, the number of tourists to Singapore reached 103 million, an increase of 5.4% over the previous year. They spent as many as 38 million days in the local area, which is the highest in history.

Among them, Indonesia, China and Australia have the largest number of tourists, ranking the top three. These tourists have also brought huge income to China's tourism industry. The annual income was about 654.38+03.8 billion yuan, an increase of over 10% compared with 2006, setting a record in the past years.

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Looking at the Prospect of Singapore Hotel Market from Singapore Tourism

Number of visitors

2007 was a year of great breakthrough in Singapore's tourism industry. On the basis of 2006, the number of tourists also continued to increase. According to the latest data released by Singapore Tourism Board, before 2007 1 1 month, Singapore received 9.3 million tourists, an increase of 5.4% over the same period in 2006.

During this period, the number of tourists every month hit a new high in the same period. Among them, the number of tourists received in June was 5438+0 1 0,000, and the number of tourists received in June was 5438+0,000. It is estimated that the total number of tourists will reach 65,438+00,300,000 in 2007, an increase of 6% over 2006. It is predicted that this growth momentum will continue to hit a new high, reaching 1 1 000,000 in 2008 and exceeding 1 1 700,000 in 2009.

The rapid development of tourism is also reflected in the aviation sector. After the northern winter started on June 28th, 2007, Singapore Changi Airport set a new record of 4,300 scheduled flights per week. From March 25th to June 27th, 2007, the weekly flights increased by more than 100 compared with the northern summer. This growth is due to the increasing tourism demand in China and India, which leads to more flights taking off from Shanghai, Chennai and Hangzhou. The new flights also extend to Perth, Brisbane and Auckland. At present, there are 83 regular air routes connecting Singapore with about 189 cities in 60 countries.

Indonesian, China, Indian, Australian and Malaysian have brought this growth and will continue to be the main tourist markets. In addition, Vietnam, Russia and other countries have gradually become markets worthy of attention. Vietnam was once one of the countries with the largest number of tourists and industry experts.

Hotel market

With the rapid increase of tourists, the performance of local hotels reached an unprecedented level in 2007. In 2007, the overall occupancy rate of the hotel is expected to reach about 87%, and the average room rate will reach $200, exceeding the 85% and $65,438+064 in 2006. In a single month, the average house price in June 2007 was $226, the highest in history, and the previous record was $2 19 in June 2007.

Continue to develop, it is estimated that the average occupancy rate will reach 88% in 2008 and 89% in 2009. On the other hand, the strong growth momentum of average house price in 2007 may continue in the near future. It is estimated that the average daily house price in Singapore will reach $230 and $260 in 2008 and 2009 respectively.

Similarly, in 2006, the average income per available room was $65,438+040, which is expected to increase to $65,438+075 in 2007. Due to the improvement of hotel market design, the average income per available room is expected to reach $202 in 2008 and 2009.

New supply

Rui J Hotel, located in Dongling Road, is a six-star hotel with 299 rooms, which opened on February 22nd, 2007. It is planned to add another 65,438+0,700 rooms in 2008, including 307 rooms in Crowne Plaza Changi Airport and 65,438+0,93 rooms in Singapore Capella Hotel. It has 1 18 rooms. Wenpique Treasure Resort. The shortage of hotels is so serious that some hotels in remote areas, such as bud cages, are used by tourism agencies. These new hotels will alleviate this situation. According to the market report, the entry of more and more international hotel brands will help to raise hotel prices. Compared with other Asian markets including Hong Kong, Shanghai and Tokyo, Singapore's housing prices are often underestimated.

In addition, in order to meet the growing demand, 65,438+00 hotel sites will be planned in 2008, of which three new sites belong to the government land sale plan, and the other seven sites will be implemented one by one in 2007. These new hotel sites will be started one after another throughout the year, and about 4,675 rooms will be added after development.

market outlook

Tourism Singapore said that tourism is still an important economic pillar. It is estimated that by 20 15, tourism revenue will triple to 30 billion US dollars, the number of tourists will double to1700 million, and100,000 new jobs will be created for the service industry. In the next decade, it is hoped that these goals will stimulate the development and rapid growth of tourism in the future with the support of the $2 billion tourism development fund.

In view of the optimistic prospect of tourism, the goal of Singapore Tourism Board seems promising. Looking ahead, facing the increasingly fierce competition from other important Asian cities, Singapore will give full play to its initiative, strengthen infrastructure construction and further increase the attractiveness of tourism.

Terminal 3 of Singapore Changi Airport began to operate as planned in February 2008, which will improve the passenger reception capacity. The number of passengers received by Changi Airport will increase by 45% every year, about 64 million. This project is the cornerstone of Singapore Tourism Board's grand plan to develop key infrastructure to support tourism development in 20 15.

With regard to the development of strategic tourism products, MICE tourism is considered to have development potential. The successful holding of the meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank in June 5438+ 10, 2006 and the ASEAN meeting in June 5438+10, 2007 made Singapore an ideal place for holding large-scale meetings. It is hoped that the continuous marketing efforts of Singapore Tourism Board and the addition of two comprehensive resorts will enhance the height of this city and country, thus becoming an ideal choice for mice tourism.

Tourism Singapore is committed to attracting typical important events. The Singapore Skyscraper Sightseeing Wheel and F 1 Racing held in September will enhance Singapore's status as an international favorite attraction. In 2008, Mandai will open 30 natural scenic spots to meet the global demand for natural tourism. The Hanging Garden Casino, which will be completed in 2009, and the World Resort, which will be completed in 20 10, together with a solid economic foundation, are bound to continue to increase the number of tourists in Singapore, thus achieving the goal of170,000 in 20 15.

Industry profile:

Tourism is an important pillar industry in Singapore, with an annual income of S $654.38+008 billion, accounting for 4% of Singapore's GDP, and providing 654.38+05 million employment opportunities.

The Singapore government plans to vigorously develop tourism, making it an important driving force for economic growth, and hopes to triple the tourism revenue to S $30 billion per year by 20 15 years, triple the number of tourists to170,000 per year and create10,000 new jobs.

With the strong support of the S $2 billion Tourism Development Fund, these goals will promote the positive development and rapid growth of Singapore's tourism industry in the next decade.

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From June 5438+ 10 to February 2007, Singapore's tourism revenue was estimated to be about S $138 billion, an increase of1/0.3% over the same period in 2006, setting a record high. In the same year, the number of tourists received by Singapore reached 6.5438+0.03 million, an increase of 5.4% over 2006, setting a new record for the number of tourists received by Singapore's tourism industry in the whole year.

Due to the surge in the number of tourists, the average room rate and average occupancy rate of hotels have reached an unprecedented level. Hotel room revenue reached a record high, estimated to be about S $654.38+08 billion, an increase of 22.8% over 2006. The average house price in 2007 is estimated to be about S $202 per room per night, which is 23.6438+0% higher than that in 2006. The average occupancy rate of the hotel is expected to reach 87%, up 1.7% year-on-year.

The comprehensive resort that will be built soon has aroused widespread concern. These comprehensive resorts will become large-scale landmark buildings integrating exhibition centers, theme attractions, entertainment places, leisure facilities, hotels and shopping centers, with small casinos inside, which will bring tourists all-round enjoyment. It is expected that the plan will greatly enhance the attractiveness of Singapore as a tourist destination and enhance the image and reputation of Singapore's tourism industry. Marina bay Jinsha integrates large-scale conference, exhibition and exhibition facilities to meet the needs of business activities and exhibition tourists. Sentosa Resorts World will become a world-class tropical tourist destination, bringing unforgettable and pleasant experiences to your family. The above two projects will bring more than S $654.38+00 billion investment to Singapore.

In 2008, in addition to comprehensive resorts, you will have the opportunity to experience and participate in more exciting tourism projects and activities:

Singapore Flyer is the world's largest giant viewing wheel, overlooking Singapore's landscape from a height of178m, which is breathtaking. The skyscraper sightseeing ship has been put into operation since March 2008 1.

Preparations for the Singapore Grand Prix of the World Formula One Championship are stepping up. F 1 The first night grand prix in history will be held from September 26th to 28th, 2008.

The 2nd Singapore Biennale will be held in September 20081-165438+10/6. Various exhibitions and performances will be held in different places, such as City Hall, Seaside Plaza, Singapore Skyscrapers, Southbeach Development Zone, fullerton Property, etc.

In addition, in the 2008 Tourism Competitiveness Report released by the World Economic Forum in Davos in 2008, Singapore ranked 16 out of 130 countries, and ranked first in the following items: policies and regulations, ground transportation infrastructure and overall human resources (including qualified labor resources).