Zhong Guo Jing Ying Bao·2025-10-08 15:32Core Insights - The recent National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holiday has seen a significant shift towards deep travel experiences, with travelers willing to spend more on immersive activities [1][2][3] Group 1: Travel Trends - Long-distance travel and deep experiences have become the main trends during the holiday, with domestic long-distance travel orders increasing by 3 percentage points compared to last year [1] - Popular long-distance destinations include cities like Beijing, Chengdu, and Shanghai, with orders for places like Urumqi and Lhasa seeing nearly 30% growth [2] - The average spending per trip has risen by 14.6% on platforms like Fliggy, indicating a willingness to invest in travel experiences [1][6] Group 2: Demographic Shifts - The 95 post-90s generation has become the largest group of travelers, accounting for nearly a quarter of bookings, while the post-2005 generation is also showing significant growth in independent travel [6] - University students have increased their flight bookings by 63%, with international flight bookings rising by 110% [3] Group 3: Experience Over Sightseeing - Travelers are increasingly seeking emotional and experiential value from their trips, moving away from traditional sightseeing to local culinary and cultural experiences [3][5] - The search volume for "must-eat" and "must-do" lists has surged, with increases of 96% and 145% respectively since September [4][5] Group 4: Spending Behavior - Tourists are more inclined to spend on comfort and convenience, with significant growth in bookings for private car rentals and high-end travel options [5][6] - The trend of "paying for experiences" is evident, with travelers prioritizing emotional satisfaction and immersive experiences over mere sightseeing [6]