Gansu Province Tourism Management Regulations (2004 revision)

Chapter 1 General Provisions Article 1 In order to strengthen tourism management, rationally develop, utilize and protect tourism resources, promote the development of tourism, regulate the order of the tourism market, and safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of tourism operators and tourists, according to the national Relevant laws and regulations are formulated in light of the actual conditions of the province. Article 2 All units and individuals that carry out tourism development and construction, tourism operations, tourism management and tourism activities within the administrative region of this province shall abide by these regulations. Article 3 The term "tourism industry" as mentioned in these Regulations refers to the industry that utilizes tourism resources and facilities to provide tourists with comprehensive services such as sightseeing, accommodation, catering, transportation, shopping, culture and entertainment. Article 4 The people's governments at or above the county level shall incorporate tourism into the national economic and social development plans, increase investment, accelerate the construction of tourism infrastructure, improve the tourism environment, encourage and support the development of tourism, and cultivate tourism as an integral part of Gansu's economy. an important industry.

The development of tourism adheres to the principle of simultaneous development of multiple economic components. Whoever invests benefits, protects the legitimate rights and interests of investors in accordance with the law, and encourages domestic and foreign organizations and individuals to invest and develop through multiple channels and in multiple forms. Tourism resources, construction of tourism facilities, and participation in various tourism business activities. If laws and regulations provide otherwise, such provisions shall prevail. Article 5 The tourism administrative department of the Provincial People's Government shall be responsible for the unified management of the tourism industry in the province.

The tourism administrative departments at or above the county level are responsible for the management of tourism within their respective administrative regions.

The planning, construction, transportation, cultural relics, forestry, environmental protection, industry and commerce, public security and other relevant departments of the people's governments at or above the county level should perform their respective duties in accordance with the law and coordinate with the tourism administrative department to develop and manage the tourism industry Work. Chapter 2 Development and Protection of Tourism Resources Article 6 The term “tourism resources” as mentioned in these Regulations refers to the natural landscapes, cultural landscapes and folk customs that can be developed and utilized for the development of tourism and can produce economic and social benefits.

In the development of tourism resources, we must adhere to the combination of utilization and protection and implement the principle of sustainable development.

Actively develop tourism projects and tourism products with local characteristics and national characteristics. Article 7 The Provincial People's Government shall study and formulate an overall plan for the development of the province's tourism industry on the basis of a general survey of the province's tourism resources, and the provincial tourism administrative department shall organize and implement it in conjunction with relevant departments.

The people's governments at or above the county level shall formulate the tourism development plan for their respective jurisdictions based on the overall tourism development plan of the province and on the basis of a census and assessment of tourism resources in their respective jurisdictions. The tourism administrative departments at the same level shall work together with relevant departments. Organization and implementation. Article 8 Tourism development planning shall be coordinated with land planning, ecological environment protection planning, urban overall planning, transportation planning, scenic spot planning and cultural relics protection planning.

The development and construction of tourism projects using resources such as forests, waters, grasslands, nature reserves, cultural relics and historical places must comply with relevant laws, regulations and regulations on environmental protection, cultural relics protection, forest and nature reserve management, etc. According to the regulations, the natural landscape and ecological environment shall not be damaged, and the ancient cultural environment shall not be damaged.

Infrastructure facilities such as traffic roads and walking paths, water supply, drainage, flood control, power supply, communications, fire protection, garbage and sewage treatment should be constructed in tourist areas. Article 9 For the establishment of a new provincial-level tourist resort, the local people's government of the city or county shall obtain the consent of the people's government of the city or state (regional administrative office) where it is located and then submit it to the provincial people's government for approval. The establishment of a new national-level tourist resort shall be submitted to the State Council for approval by the Provincial People's Government. Article 10 Domestic and foreign organizations and individuals that invest in developing tourism resources and constructing tourism development zones, key tourist attractions and tourist facilities will be given preferential treatment and support in accordance with relevant regulations. Article 11 No unit or individual may destroy tourism resources or develop tourism resources in violation of the overall plan for the development and utilization of tourism resources.

It is prohibited to quarry, mine, dig sand, cut down trees, discharge pollutants, dump waste, etc. within the tourist area without authorization. Chapter 3 Tourism Operation and Management Article 12 To open and establish a travel agency, the procedures shall be completed in accordance with the relevant procedures stipulated in the "Regulations on the Administration of Travel Agencies" of the State Council. Article 13 Foreign-invested travel agencies must handle relevant procedures in accordance with the special provisions of Chapter 4 of the "Regulations on the Administration of Travel Agencies" of the State Council.

If laws and regulations provide otherwise, such provisions shall prevail. Article 14 Tourism operators shall provide high-quality services, disclose service items and service charging standards, and implement clearly marked prices; implement the charging standards set by the government price management department, or abide by the charging standards agreed with tourists; and shall not defraud or extort tourists . Article 15 Tourism operators should establish a strict safety management system to ensure the personal and property safety of tourists. They can set up geographical boundary signs, service facilities and tour guides in tourist areas as needed. For areas or projects with certain risks, Obvious reminders or warning signs should be set up and necessary protective measures should be taken. High-altitude tourism facilities and thrill tourism projects must comply with national safety regulations and standards. Article 16: Tourism operators publishing various types of tourism advertisements must be true and legal. Article 17 Travel agencies operating international and domestic tourism business must apply for a travel agency business license in accordance with national regulations, pay a quality deposit, and be registered with the industrial and commercial administration department before they can operate tourism business.

Travel agencies must engage in tourism business in accordance with the "Travel Agency Business License" and the business scope approved by the business license.

The provincial tourism administrative department implements an annual business inspection system for travel agencies.