What will be the impact of the Australian ban on tourists from China?

Australia plans to ban China tourists and international students in the near future to prevent novel coronavirus from spreading in Australia. Although understandable, I think Australia has made a mountain out of a molehill. So, what impact will the ban on China tourists have on Australian tourism?

The Times reported that yesterday, the Australian government updated its travel ban, prohibiting people from entering Australia except Australian citizens, permanent residents and their immediate family members, spouses and children. It is estimated that hotels, restaurants, tour operators and some of Australia's most popular tourist attractions will face a total monthly income loss of A $654.38 billion during the validity period of this ban.

It is reported that four days before the ban on China tourists entering Australia came into effect, the Australian federal government banned China tour groups from entering Australia. This ban has led to the sudden cancellation of a large number of scheduled trips, which is usually the busiest and most profitable time of the year for enterprises aiming at the China market.

It is reported that tourists who have been to China in the past two weeks may be turned away from major tourist attractions such as the Penguin viewing area on the Philippine Island as early as Monday.

Minister of Tourism Simon

Birmingham said that the ban will have a "significant impact" on the tourism industry, but the tourism industry is "incredibly resilient" and predicted that the tourism industry will recover from the dual effects of mountain fires and coronavirus.

Minister of Tourism SimonBirmingham

But the restaurant &; WesLambert, CEO of the CateringAssociation, said that these companies need help.

In an interview with The Times, Lambert said: "Many members of the association said that they have received hundreds of cancellation calls from travel agencies.

"We hope that the government can consider providing financial support to these enterprises like mountain fires. You know, if the first entry and international tourism provider in this industry is cut off, the impact will be very great. "

It is understood that about one eighth of the people who went to Australia in a short time came from China. According to the latest data from Australian Bureau of Statistics, * * 1458500 China tourists came to Australia during the two-month period from February 201to June 2019.

The catering association estimates that the annual income brought by this population inflow is 654.38+0.2 billion Australian dollars.

It is reported that MargyOsmand, CEO of the Tourism and Transportation Forum, which represents large tourism and transportation companies, said that mountain fires and travel bans are "perfect storms"

MichaelJohnson, CEO of Australian Travel Accommodation Company, said that the impact on business will shift from the region to the city, canceling reservations, increasing hotel vacancies, reducing flights and freezing employment.

In the travel ban issued by the government yesterday, it was suggested that large scenic spots in Australia should refuse to accept tourists who went to Chinese mainland in the past 14 days, Philip.

The management of the Island Nature Park held a meeting last night to discuss whether to ban China tourists from entering the island's scenic spots from Monday.

Bonyip & ampGoWest Travel Agency is a company specializing in Melbourne and Philippine Islands, Twelve Apostles Rock and Yala.

Travel agency in the valley, the company has about 130 employees, and Terry is the director of the company.

Smith said that his company can survive the crisis, but other enterprises that rely heavily on China tour groups will suffer a "devastating" blow.

He said: "In the past 24 hours, I have received many notices of cancellation of orders."

Tip: Mainland tourists who plan to travel and study in Australia in the near future should pay attention to this matter so as not to affect their itinerary and arrangements. Try to stay at home, don't go out, and remember to wear a mask when you go out. I'll let you know as soon as I have the latest news.