A Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) blue-and-white porcelain bowl, uncovered near the coast of Fujian, portrays the life of the "boat people", coastal communities that lived on boats all year round in a vast area stretching from Fujian to Southeast Asia. [Photo/taihainet.com]
China announced and implemented on May 15 a policy allowing visa-free entry of foreign tourist groups aboard cruise ships via all cruise ship ports along the country's coastline.
China and Georgia are set to waive visa requirements for travelers starting May 28.