Move over, economic skeptics! China just delivered a blockbuster performance during its Mid-Autumn Festival holiday, proving resilience isn’t just a buzzword. 🎬 Let’s break down the numbers that’ll make even the toughest critics moonwalk backward.
Travel Takes Off 🛣️
Over 205 million people crisscrossed the country daily during the three-day holiday – that’s like the entire population of Nigeria on the move! 🚄 Day one alone saw 215.92 million passenger trips, up nearly 38% from 2023. Talk about wanderlust level: max.
Consumer Confidence Soars 🛍️
Hungry for growth? Searches for 'family reunion meals' spiked 88% on Douyin, while Meituan reported a 433% surge in 'Mid-Autumn restaurant' queries. Some restaurants even hired cosplayers as Chang’e (yes, the moon goddess! 🌙) to deliver mooncakes – blending tradition with TikTok-era marketing genius.
