Hey there! Have you ever imagined millions of people traveling all at once? That’s exactly what happened in China during the recent May Day holiday! 🌞🚀
What’s May Day?
May Day, also known as International Workers’ Day, is a big holiday in China. This year, with an extra day off, the holiday stretched to five full days! That’s like having an extra-long weekend to explore and have fun. 🗺️🎉
Millions on the Move!
On the first day alone, there were over 340 million trips made across the country! That’s almost like the entire population of the United States hitting the road! 🚌✈️🚂
- By Train: 22.5 million people traveled by train. 🚄
- By Road: 314 million people took road trips. 🚗
- By Air: 2.34 million people flew in airplanes. ✈️
- By Water: 1.35 million people traveled by boat. 🛥️
Popular Places to Visit
Big cities like Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou were super popular. But guess what? Some travelers wanted to avoid the crowds and explore new, hidden places! 🏞️🌟
Discovering Hidden Gems
With so many people at famous spots, many decided to try “alternative tourism.” They found unique and budget-friendly places that were less crowded but just as cool! 😎💡
AI Helps Plan Adventures
Artificial Intelligence (that’s AI for short) is helping people pick travel destinations. For example, AI might suggest visiting Genaier Lake in Qinghai Province as a budget-friendly version of the Maldives! How cool is that? 🤖🌐
Long-Distance Travel is Trending
People are taking longer trips and really diving deep into new cultures and places. Some even added extra days to their holiday to explore more! ✈️🌍
Exploring the World Again
Traveling abroad is becoming popular again! Chinese travelers are visiting more international destinations, reaching over 1,300 cities around the world. 🌎🗺️
Welcoming Visitors to China
China is also greeting more visitors from other countries! New policies make it easier and more fun for tourists to explore China and even shop tax-free. 🛍️👋
Fun Activities Everywhere
Many places in China are offering cool activities. For example, at Tianmen Mountain in Zhangjiajie, there are amazing folk performances showcasing traditional culture. 🎭🎶
Making Travel Easier
Cities are doing a lot to make travel better for everyone. Things like multi-day tickets, special discounts, and opening up extra parking make the experience even more enjoyable! 🏙️👍
The Adventure Continues!
With exciting places to visit and new ways to travel, it’s no wonder so many people are hitting the road. Where would you like to go on your next adventure? 🌠🚀
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
