Group 1 - The recent appreciation of the RMB against the USD has led to an increase in outbound travel bookings, particularly for long-haul trips to Europe, with prices rising approximately 20% compared to last summer [1] - The cost of European travel packages has significantly increased, with a specific example showing a price rise from approximately 16,000 yuan to 19,000 yuan for a France-Switzerland-Italy tour, marking an increase of about 18.8% [2] - Customized travel packages have seen even larger price increases, with one traveler noting that her budget of 35,000 to 38,000 yuan for a trip to the UK was insufficient, as current prices exceed 50,000 yuan for similar itineraries [2] Group 2 - Short-haul trips to nearby countries have remained relatively stable in pricing, with some travel agencies opting not to raise prices despite currency fluctuations, focusing instead on maintaining competitive pricing [3] - Travelers are increasingly choosing cost-effective destinations such as Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia, while also seeking budget-friendly accommodations and dining options to optimize their travel expenses [3] - New routes and increased flight availability to emerging destinations like the Caucasus and Central Asia have resulted in a slight price decrease of about 5% for travel packages to these areas compared to last year [3]