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Chinese media checks out the NMI
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Posted on Dec 10 2004
Several media representatives from China recently visited the CNMI to check out the destination in anticipation of the Approved Destination Status being signed this month between the Commonwealth and Beijing.
The Marianas Visitors Authority said the Beijing and Shanghai media visited the Northern Marianas—Saipan, Tinian, and Rota—from Nov. 30 through Dec. 4, 2004, on a familiarization tour of the islands.
The FAM group consisted of seven media outlets from Beijing and Shanghai and one MVA Shanghai representative. During their visit, they conducted site inspections at hotels, spas, and marine activities on all three islands. The media coverage will feature the islands’ scenic attraction, spa, and marine activities.
Even with their busy itinerary, the media group still managed a courtesy visit with MVA acting managing director Martin F. Duenas, during which they commented on their experiences and feelings about the destination.
Hu Xin of Travel Times commented that, “Here we can review the history; here we can dream the future.”
Other comments include “Cordial host, bright sun and crystal water—it is a memorable trip to the beautiful Saipan, Tinian, and Rota,” said National Geographic Traveler associate director Zhang Nianjun.
“Wish more and more Chinese tourists could experience Saipan’s beauty like me,” said Life Style Beijing editor Wei Jingna.
“The three islands—three pieces of natural aquamarine in the South Pacific,” said ELLE feature reporter Penny Sang.
“Saipan, Tinian, and Rota—three natural islands with picturesque seascape and fresh air—must be the first choice to Chinese tourists,” said Madame Figaro circulation director Wen Lihong.
“Nice islands and beautiful sea—an excellent place for relaxation to tourists,” said Super Band reporter Daisy Pan.
“Saipan—a piece of bright and dazzling coral in the South Pacific—makes people impressed,” said Oriental Morning Post art supervisor Qu Tingxian.
The following MVA members contributed to the success of the familiarization visit: Aqua Resort Club Saipan, Saipan World Resort, Empress Tour, Inc., Tinian Dynasty Hotel & Casino, and Century Tours.
