Tibet offers tourism bargains above clouds

Steep discounts on hotels, air tickets and fees for scenic spot admissions will be offered to travelers visiting Tibet over the next three months, a news release by the government of the Tibet autonomous region said on Thursday.

The preferential policies for tourists echo the initiative of "winter tours in Tibet - enjoy the world's third pole" - launched by local authorities at a news conference.

From Feb 1 to April 30, the government-sponsored initiative includes seven areas covering visitor transportation and accommodation. It is also an important addition to the region's overall planning for tourism development.