Wednesday, October 2, 2024 Chinese travelers have displayed a remarkable surge in interest in international travel, particularly during this year’s weeklong National Day holiday. This year, many are opting for less conventional destinations, with a notable focus on countries and regions linked to the Belt and Road Initiative, as well as various locations in Africa. As of mid-September, the volume of international flight bookings for the holiday had already surged to double the amount recorded during the same period last year.
According to Qunar, a travel agency based in Beijing, its international bookings encompass approximately 1,600 destinations across over 140 countries, with more than half of these new destinations located in Africa. Significantly, there has been a 250 percent increase in bookings from individuals residing in third-tier cities and smaller regions, highlighting a robust appetite for travel among Chinese residents, as reported by Qunar. This year’s National Day holiday in China not only commemorates the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China but also reflects an evolving trend in travel preferences among Chinese tourists.
As the country celebrates this significant milestone, there is a notable increase in interest in Red tourism, which focuses on destinations linked to China’s revolutionary history. Additionally, autumn sightseeing and family reunions are becoming popular motivations for travel, prompting many to explore .
