Hey travel fam! 🎒🌍 The Chinese mainland just saw an epic spike in inbound tourism during the National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holidays (Oct 1–8). According to the National Immigration Administration (NIA), we’re talking about 2 million border crossings per day on average – mind-blowing, right? 😲
Data from Qunar, a popular travel platform, shows internationals are exploring nearly 100 cities across the mainland. The top 10 source countries seeing the biggest growth are:
- Uzbekistan
- Kazakhstan
- Spain
- Hungary
- Saudi Arabia
- Myanmar
- South Korea (the ROK)
- Canada
- United Kingdom
- Singapore
And the hotspots? The Chinese mainland’s big names like Beijing 🇨🇳, Shanghai 🌆 and historic Xi’an 🏯 topped the charts. Whether you’re into modern city vibes, foodie adventures or ancient culture, these gems have it all.
Why the boom? Experts say it’s a mix of relaxed entry rules, killer festival vibes and must-see attractions that combine nature & culture. Think mooncakes under lantern-lit streets, epic skyline views and Insta-worthy heritage sites. ✨📸
For young explorers from South and Southeast Asia, this is your cue to start planning! Grab your passport, pack light and get ready for a journey that blends tradition, tech and total wanderlust. 🌏✈️
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China sees inbound tourism boom over National Day, Mid-Autumn holidays
cgtn.com
