Hey travel fam! China's New Year holiday was a total travel & spending fiesta 🎉
In just three days, people in mainland China made 142 million domestic trips, pouring almost ¥84.8 billion (around $12.1B) into tourism 💸. Winter wonderlands ❄️, sun-soaked getaways ☀️, and quick local escapes were the top picks.
Rail travel was off the charts: 48.1 million rides over the break, with Day 1 hitting a record 18.6 million journeys 🚆. Whether you're commuting city-to-city or chasing mountain views, the trains were packed.
Cross-border buzz is real too. Mainland China saw 6.61 million trips across borders, up 28.6% from last year. Inbound visitors took over 828,000 trips, with 35.8% enjoying visa-free entry perks 🛂 and faster tax refunds – talk about hassle-free travel!
These smooth visa rules and streamlined services are transforming inbound tourism into a brand-new growth engine 🚀. Ready to plan your next adventure? Share your dream destination below!
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China's New Year holiday consumption market posts strong numbers
cgtn.com
