Core Insights - The 2026 Spring Festival travel season has officially begun, with the China Railway Hohhot Bureau Group Co., Ltd. expecting to send 4.475 million passengers, averaging 112,000 passengers per day, representing a 5% year-on-year increase [1] Group 1: Passenger Flow and Trends - The pre-festival passenger flow peak is anticipated from February 12 to February 15, while the post-festival peak is expected from February 21 to February 24 [1] - Due to the late timing of the Spring Festival this year, the pre-festival flows of students, migrant workers, and family visits are relatively dispersed, while the post-festival flows will overlap, leading to greater capacity pressure [1] - Popular travel routes include high-speed trains to Beijing, as well as destinations such as Northeast China, Shanghai, Guangzhou, and Chengdu, with new routes emerging due to the opening of the Baotou-Yinchuan high-speed railway [1] Group 2: Services and Initiatives - The Hohhot Railway Bureau has introduced several convenience measures during the Spring Festival, including silent carriages on high-speed trains, pet transportation services, and multi-functional charging seats at major stations [2] - Additional services include luggage storage and delivery, a "silver hair service window" at Baotou Station with stationed doctors, and the introduction of VR equipment at Ordos Station for travelers to learn about station services and nearby attractions [2] - A total of 182 volunteers are participating in Spring Festival services to enhance passenger experience [2] Group 3: Cultural Activities - On the first day of the Spring Festival travel season, Hohhot East Station hosted a cultural event themed "Culture into Thousands of Homes, Warm Journey Home," featuring performances and activities aimed at enriching the travel experience [5] - Activities included calligraphy demonstrations, book giveaways, and educational sessions on Inner Mongolia's history and natural sciences conducted by museum staff [5] - Similar cultural initiatives are being carried out at other stations such as Baotou, Ordos, and Bayannur, providing travelers with blessings for their journeys [5]