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China’s May Day holiday in 2024 saw a record-breaking 1.36 billion cross-regional trips over five days, highlighting a significant surge in domestic and outbound travel and signaling robust economic recovery.
During the five-day May Day holiday, Chinese tourists fueled a global travel surge, visiting nearly 200 countries and boosting cruise bookings by over 15 times.
During the May Day holiday, the Chinese mainland witnessed a significant surge in tourism with 295 million domestic trips made, reflecting a robust recovery in the travel sector.
Travelers across China embraced new destinations and cultural experiences during the May Day holiday, from traditional Dawaz performances in Lantian county to vibrant music festivals in Changzhou City.
Recent snowfall transformed Huanglong Scenic Area in Sichuan Province into a snow-covered fairyland during the May Day holiday, enchanting visitors with breathtaking contrasts and vibrant hues.
Chinese tourists are opting for county-level destinations during the May Day holiday to avoid crowded cities, leading to a surge in local tourism and a shift in travel trends.
China’s railway network set a new record by handling over 20 million passenger trips on May 1, the first day of the May Day holiday, highlighting a significant surge in travel across the country.
China’s May Day holiday sees a significant surge in travel to smaller cities, with data showing a shift towards fourth-tier and county-level destinations, according to Ctrip’s latest report.