Get ready to be amazed! During the first half of the eight-day National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holiday, travel in the Chinese mainland exploded with a record 1.24 billion passenger trips, according to the Ministry of Transport. 🚄🚌✈️
On a single Saturday alone, there were 301.29 million journeys across regions—a 6.1% jump from last year. On average, more than 310 million trips were made each day during this period. Talk about a city-switching marathon! 🏙️➡️🏞️
Here’s the breakdown:
- Railway: 18.33 million trips (+4.5%)
- Waterway: 1.91 million trips (+5.6%)
- Civil aviation: 2.32 million trips (+4.1%)
- Road: 278.73 million trips (+6.2%)—the most popular choice by far!
Why does this matter? For young professionals, students, and travelers, these numbers show a bounce-back in confidence and a thirst for both local adventures and cross-country exploration. Whether you’re hitting the rails, sailing the rivers, catching a flight, or road-tripping with friends, opportunities to discover new spots and make memories are bigger than ever! 🌟
The travel boom also hints at a vibrant economy, as people spend on transport, accommodation, and local experiences. For entrepreneurs and investors, it’s a sign that the tourism sector is alive and kicking. Stay tuned for more updates on how this momentum might shape future market trends. 📈
Ready to plan your next getaway? Stay curious, stay adventurous, and keep following for the freshest travel insights! 🌍✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
