State of Hawaii officials are praising President Barack Obama's new national travel strategy plan which aims to promote the United States as a tourism destination. Under Obama's plan, it will be easier for foreign visitors, especially those from China and Taiwan, to get visas into the country. Governor Neil Abercrombie stated, "The president's announcement today is a wonderful New Year's gift to the people of Hawaii. President Obama clearly understands that improving the visa and foreign visitor processing and travel promotion will spur economic growth. We look forward to experiencing that growth here in Hawaii."
