Models wait to go on stage for the opening ceremony of the Yacht Economy Session of the Boao International Tourism Forum held March 18-21, 2010 on Hainan Island. [John Sexton/China.org.cn]

A model dressed in a sailor suit waits to go on stage for the opening ceremony of the Yacht Economy Session of the Boao International Tourism Forum held March 18-21, 2010 on Hainan Island. [John Sexton/China.org.cn]

Many politicians and celebrities are making appearances at the first-ever Boao International Tourism Forum. [John Sexton/China.org.cn]