China's Mid-Autumn Festival 🌕, celebrated from September 15-17, lit up not just the skies but also the nation's economy! 🚀 The three-day holiday saw a massive surge in tourism, film, and consumer spending, showcasing China's vibrant economic vitality. 💥
On Monday, September 16, nearly 200 million trips were made across regions, according to the Ministry of Transport. That's a whole lot of mooncakes being shared! 🥮❤️ The railways were buzzing with approximately 11.8 million passengers, and an extra 604 passenger trains were added to keep up with the excitement. 🚄
Road trips were all the rage, with over 180 million journeys taken, mainly short to medium distances. And guess what? Nearly 60% of these were in new energy vehicles! 🚗⚡️ Eco-friendly travel for the win! ✌️
The skies weren't left behind either. With 13,781 flights ✈️ across the country, 1.55 million passengers took to the air to celebrate the festival with their loved ones.
The festival's first day, Sunday, September 15, was equally impressive. A whopping 215.92 million trips were made, marking a 37.9% jump from the same period in 2023, and a 13.3% increase compared to 2019. Talk about bouncing back! 🔥
But the celebrations are far from over. With the National Day \"golden week\" 🌟 just two weeks away, the party is only getting started. Train tickets 🎫 for the 2024 holiday went on sale Tuesday morning, and they're selling like hotcakes! Authorities expect high railway passenger traffic as people gear up for tourism, family visits, and student travel.
So, whether you're planning to explore new places 🗺️, visit family 👪, or just enjoy the festive vibes, China's got you covered. Stay tuned for more adventures during the golden week! ✨
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China celebrates Mid-Autumn Festival with new consumption trends
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