Core Insights - The national cultural tourism market experienced a strong start during the National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holiday, with an expected flow of over 340 million people on October 1, marking a historical peak [1] - There is a significant increase in long-distance and customized travel orders, reflecting a strong consumer demand for in-depth travel experiences [2][3] Group 1: Travel Trends - The total inter-regional movement of people during the 8-day holiday is projected to reach 2.36 billion, averaging about 295 million per day, a 3.2% increase from the previous year [3] - Self-driving travel is expected to account for approximately 80% of total travel, with an estimated 1.87 billion self-driving trips [3] - Customized travel orders have seen a year-on-year increase of over 40% during the holiday period [2][3] Group 2: Regional Insights - Cities located at provincial borders are attracting more tourists, with significant order growth in cities like Zhaotong (70%), Ganzhou (57%), and Shiyan (43%) [7] - The demographic of travelers has shifted, with younger tourists (ages 18-35) becoming the main consumer group during the holiday, seeking unique experiences [7] Group 3: Cultural and Thematic Attractions - The integration of cultural and tourism sectors is a new trend, with family-friendly attractions like theme parks and museums remaining popular [9] - Ticket bookings for major attractions like Shanghai Disneyland and Universal Studios have increased by over 40% compared to last year [9] - Innovative cultural events, such as the immersive art show at the Shanghai Museum, are being introduced to attract younger audiences [10] Group 4: Cross-Border Travel - The average daily number of inbound and outbound travelers is expected to exceed 2 million during the holiday, driven by favorable visa policies and flight recoveries [14] - There is a notable increase in outbound travel bookings, with a nearly 40% rise in Shanghai tourists' bookings for international travel compared to last year [14] - Emerging destinations like Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan are gaining popularity among travelers [14]
文旅市场开门红 解锁三大新趋势
Shang Hai Zheng Quan Bao·2025-10-01 12:04