Authorities drafting new standards for senior groups

The China Association of Travel Services is working on guidelines for the industry that will focus on services, safety and healthcare for senior tourists. The standard, which is being drafted, will require travel products to suit the psychological and physiological characteristics of older travelers.

Operators will be issued detailed mandatory rules, such as ensuring that schedules aren't too cramped and bedtimes are early, and arranging for the provision of a balanced, healthy menu.

Peng Zhikai, head of the Supervision and Management Division of the China National Tourism Administration, said the guideline is still at an early stage and no date has been set for its public release.