The 2025 China Tourism Day was celebrated this year with a focus on technological transformation and human-centered values that shape the future of tourism. The events highlighted the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into the tourism sector and the opportunities offered by this transformation. Tourism accounts for approximately 10% of global GDP and is seen as an important tool for cultural interaction, peace, and youth empowerment. China, on the other hand, emphasized its vision of blending technology with human-centered values in this year's celebrations. A more inclusive approach to tourism is being introduced with projects such as providing AI-powered chatbots for guides and tourism workers and AI-based language and culture-compatible online training platforms. China also aims to facilitate international travel through visa-free travel policies and sustainable tourism practices. China's hosting of the 2025 World Artificial Intelligence Conference also reinforces its claim to leadership in this field. Emphasizing that technological innovations in tourism should advance on an ethical and sustainable basis, the country is pioneering the use of AI as a tool to enrich human connections.