During the bridge for International Workers' Day, China has experienced a 6.4% increase in domestic tourism, reaching approximately 314 million trips made. This data reflects significant growth compared to the same period last year.
According to the Chinese Ministry of Culture and Tourism, tourism spending has also increased this year, indicating a renewed interest in tourism activities within the country. This increase in the number of trips and tourism spending is a positive indicator for the Chinese tourism industry, which has been seeking to recover from the impacts of the pandemic.
In the words of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, "The increase in domestic tourist trips during the May bridge reflects the growing optimism and confidence of Chinese consumers in the economic recovery and the safety of traveling within the country." This trend of domestic travel could have a positive impact on the economy and the local tourism industry, boosting the recovery of the sector in China.
The Ministry also highlighted that this increase in domestic travel is part of a broader trend of growth in internal tourism in China, as citizens value travel experiences within the country more. This push in domestic tourism could have lasting effects on the Chinese tourism industry and the economy in general as the country continues its post-pandemic recovery process.
