China’s May Day holiday kicked off with a travel boom as millions hit the road, rails, and skies, signaling a roaring comeback for tourism and economic vibrancy. The first day alone saw 332.7 million inter-regional trips—up 6.2% from last year—with roads, railways, and airports packed to the brim! 🚗💨
Road trips dominated, tallying 305.61 million journeys, while waterway travel exploded by 87.5% (yes, you read that right). Air traffic also climbed 8.9%, but it was railways that stole the show: 23.12 million train trips on May 1 set a new record, prompting 13,800 trains to run nationwide. 🚆✨
From April 29 to May 6, railways expect 144 million travelers—enough to fill a metro-populated planet 💫. Hotspots like Beijing, Shanghai, and Chengdu topped booking charts, while travelers opted for longer, more adventurous getaways compared to the recent Qingming Festival. 📈
Online travel platform Qunar.com reported bookings in 1,229 counties, up 20% year-on-year. Whether it’s the neon lights of Shenzhen or ancient vibes in Xi’an, China’s wanderlust is back—and it’s bigger than ever. 🏯🌆
