News & Insights Across Asia
China anticipates a record-breaking 9 billion trips during the 2025 Spring Festival travel rush, as extended holidays and relaxed transit policies boost travel enthusiasm nationwide.
Experience the enchanting Spring Festival in Wuzhen, one of China’s historic water towns, where traditions come alive through lantern shows, performances, and vibrant bazaars along scenic waterways.
Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng urges comprehensive efforts to ensure safe and smooth travel during the upcoming Spring Festival, highlighting the importance of efficient transportation and logistics operations.
Shenzhen Airport prepares for the Chunyun travel rush as millions journey home for Chinese New Year. Over 90 million railway tickets sold as of January 13.
With the Spring Festival approaching, we take a virtual tour of the 500-year-old Weichuan open-air market in Zhengzhou, a bustling hub of activity and culture.
Millions begin their journey home as China’s Spring Festival travel rush kicks off, marking the start of the world’s largest annual human migration in anticipation of the Lunar New Year festivities.
Discover how Beijing locals prepare for the UNESCO-recognized Spring Festival, exploring vibrant markets and timeless traditions in China’s most important holiday.
The ‘Years As Songs’ gala on January 11 at Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena celebrates Chinese New Year, showcasing China’s cultural legacy through poetry, dance, and music, marking the festival’s recognition by UNESCO.
The Chinese Embassy in Saudi Arabia hosted the 2025 Spring Festival Fair, launching the China-Saudi Arabia Year of Culture and showcasing Chinese traditions and intangible heritage in Riyadh.
Discover how Hainan’s famed cured meats bring flavor and tradition to the Spring Festival, making reunions even more special.
Discover how Tunchang County’s traditional cured meats bring flavor and festivity to Hainan’s Spring Festival celebrations.
Chengkan Village in east China’s Anhui Province celebrates the upcoming Year of the Snake with rich cultural traditions rooted in the “I Ching.” Discover its maze-like streets and profound heritage.
A majestic pink Chinese dragon, over 20 meters tall, debuts in Shenyang for the Spring Festival, enchanting residents and tourists with its dazzling display of joy and prosperity.
As Chinese New Year approaches, Xu Zhen, a third-generation fish lantern craftsman in Zhejiang Province, rushes to complete his creations to welcome the Spring Festival.
Folk artists in Zaozhuang, Shandong Province, are crafting vibrant snake-themed dough sculptures as the Year of the Snake approaches, bringing excitement for the upcoming Spring Festival.
As the Spring Festival nears, Hefei’s Chenghuang Temple market buzzes with shoppers seeking ‘nianhuo’—traditional goods and decorations—adding festive cheer to the city.
In Xintian, Hunan Province, the Yao people prepare their traditional preserved meat for the Spring Festival, inviting visitors to taste and experience their rich cultural heritage.
Artisan Jiang Sha from Yuncheng, Shanxi Province, crafts colorful ‘huamo’ steamed dough figurines for the Spring Festival, keeping traditional Chinese art alive and adding festive cheer to holiday markets.
Traditional Chinese New Year celebrations like paper-cutting and lantern shows gain global recognition as UNESCO adds them to its Intangible Cultural Heritage list.
As the Spring Festival approaches, South China prepares to welcome global visitors with vibrant cultural celebrations, historical exhibitions, and innovative musical fusions that bridge cultures.
