Core Viewpoint - The opening of the Xiangjing High-Speed Railway has significantly boosted tourism and travel in the surrounding areas of Hubei Province, enhancing connectivity and increasing passenger flow during the holiday season [3][4]. Group 1: Impact on Travel - The Xiangjing High-Speed Railway enables a "half-hour rapid connection" between Xiangyang and Jingmen, forming Hubei's first high-speed railway loop that connects eight cities including Wuhan, Xiangyang, Jingmen, and Jingzhou [3]. - On October 1, the Xiangyang East Station is expected to send 27,000 passengers and receive 30,000, with the arrival passenger flow being double the usual [4]. - During the "Eleventh" holiday, the expected passenger flow on the Xiangjing High-Speed Railway is projected to exceed 38,000 [4]. Group 2: Tourism Growth - The increase in passenger flow from the Xiangjing High-Speed Railway is translating into a surge in cultural and tourism traffic in the cities along the route [6]. - Tourists arriving in Xiangyang via the high-speed railway can enjoy discounts on admission to various scenic spots, leading to a 36% year-on-year increase in visitor numbers at the ancient Longzhong scenic area on the same day [6]. - The local paragliding base, located just 20 kilometers from Jingmen West Station, has also seen a significant influx of visitors due to the railway's opening [6]. - According to the Director of the Cultural and Tourism Bureau of Dongbao District in Jingmen, the number of visitors for paragliding experiences has increased by 50% compared to the same period last year, totaling over 200,000 visitors [8].