Cambodia Tops Thailand, Japan in 2026 Chinese Tourism Boom

February 23, 2026·30 days ago·via Travel And Tour World

Cambodia surges ahead of Thailand, Japan, and South Korea in 2026 as Chinese tourists flock to Phnom Penh and Siem Reap, fueled by a 41.5% rise in arrivals to 1.2 million in 2025 despite overall international declines. A pilot visa-exemption program from mid-June to mid-October allows Chinese citizens, including those from Hong Kong and Macau, 14-day stays, boosting cultural heritage visits to Angkor Wat.

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