What a ride! During the National Day & Mid-Autumn Festival break (Oct 18), travelers across the Chinese mainland took a whopping 888 million domestic trips, splashing out over 809 billion yuan (roughly $113.2B) on travel and experiences. 🎉🍂
This surge underscores the power of local demandso much so that the World Bank nudged up the Chinese mainland’s growth forecast to 4.8% this year. Whether you were wandering the ancient lanes of Nanjing or cruising through the Three Gorges on the Yangtze, the travel vibes were real. 🛶🏯
It wasn’t just trains and buses: the National Immigration Administration of the Chinese mainland reported over 16.34 million cross-border passenger flows (that’s 2M+ trips per day!)an 11.5% jump from last year. Planes, trains and river cruises? They all saw traffic skyrocket. ✈️🚂🛥️
Looking ahead, smart tech is set to supercharge the sector: mobile ticketing, real-time travel updates and AI-driven recommendations will make hopping between hotspots even smoother. Think of it as travel, but with extra digital sparkle. 📱✨
Off-the-beaten-path gems like Jiuzhaigou’s mountain valleys and Pingtan’s coastal charm are riding the autumn wave, too. These spots could be your next must-visit—hello, Insta-worthy moments! 📸🌄
From mega-cities like Beijing and Guangzhou to hidden cultural retreats, the Chinese mainland’s travel scene is leveling up. So, whether you’re plotting your next weekend escape or dreaming up eco-friendly tourism ideas, this travel boom has something for everyone. Ready to explore? 😎✈️
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
