Group 1 - The Spring Festival travel rush officially began on February 2, 2026, characterized by strong demand for transportation, diverse travel destinations, and increased hotel bookings [1] - According to Tongcheng Travel, the average price of domestic and international flights slightly increased compared to the same week last year but remained stable, with a significant rise expected starting February 7 [1] - Western cities, particularly Chengdu and Chongqing, emerged as popular destinations for domestic flights, with hotel bookings in these cities ranking just behind major cities like Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen [1] Group 2 - The surge in hotel bookings on the first day of the Spring Festival travel rush was driven by business travelers and temporary visitors, with hotel search interest in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Shenzhen increasing by over 70% compared to the same week last year [2] - Hotels near train stations, airports, and popular commercial areas reported some products sold out on that day, with high demand for hourly rooms, double rooms, and family rooms [2]
同程旅行：2026年春运正式启动 西部地区机酒预订热度居前