Move over, wanderlust—China’s travel scene just smashed records during the 2024 Spring Festival! 🎉 Data shows over 13.52 million inbound and outbound trips were made during the eight-day holiday, signaling a roaring comeback for global tourism.
Border crossings averaged 1.69 million daily, up nearly 3x from 2023 and hitting ~90% of pre-pandemic 2019 levels. The busiest day? February 12, with 1.86 million travelers zipping through checkpoints. 🛃
Hong Kong, Macao, and Guangdong’s land ports handled 73% of total traffic, while Shanghai’s Pudong Airport saw 88k flyers daily—proving Asia’s hubs are buzzing again. ✈️
Globally, cities like Dubai, Milan, and Singapore rolled out red carpets 🎆 with drone shows and Lunar New Year festivities to charm Chinese tourists. From lion dances to tech-powered spectacles, the world’s leaning into cultural fusion. 🐉
This travel surge isn’t just wanderlust—it’s a vibe shift. As borders reopen and economies revive, the Spring Festival is reclaiming its crown as the ultimate global mobility moment. 🌍✨
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China’s inbound, outbound tourism soars over Spring Festival holiday
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