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news Scmp World 2026-05-08

China Entertainer's 'Lollipop Kiss' Sparks Viral Debate on Tourism Interaction

A performer at China's Ge's Fairy Village has gone viral for offering visitors 'lollipop kisses,' sparking a debate about appropriate boundaries in interactive tourism experiences.


A performer at a scenic spot in central China went viral for offering visitors “lollipop kisses”, raising controversy about the boundaries of interactive tourism. Ge’s Fairy Village, a resort in Jiangxi province, combines Taoist culture with forested landscapes and features martial arts-themed hotels. Adult tickets usually cost 130 yuan (US$20). One of its most popular entertainers, known online as “Little Yellow Fish”, has drawn nearly 400,000 followers on mainland social media. Dressed in...

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