Group 1 - The tourism market is entering the off-peak season after the "Eleventh" holiday, leading to an increase in elderly tourists seeking autumn experiences, thus boosting the popularity of off-peak travel among the "silver-haired" demographic [1][3] - Travel agencies in Taiyuan report a rise in inquiries and bookings for off-peak travel, particularly among elderly travelers who prefer warm destinations [3][5] - Many travelers are choosing to travel during the off-peak season to enjoy fewer crowds and better experiences, along with lower prices compared to peak season [5][7] Group 2 - Popular long-distance destinations like Hainan, Yunnan, and Sichuan are seeing significant price reductions, attracting mainly elderly travelers, those on annual leave, and newlyweds [7] - In Xuzhou's Xinyi City, the autumn scenery is drawing local tourists, with vibrant colors and diverse vegetation enhancing the appeal of the area [9][11] - The forest coverage rate in the Malingshan scenic area has increased to over 95% due to large-scale afforestation and landscape improvement efforts, resulting in a more than 40% year-on-year increase in visitor numbers after the National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival [12]

Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article highlights the rise of off-peak travel among the elderly population as a new trend in the tourism market during September, coinciding with the back-to-school season [1][9]. Group 2 - In Shanghai, travel agencies are experiencing an increase in customer footfall and inquiries, with over 70% of customers being from the "silver-haired" demographic [7][9]. - A specific case is noted where a retiree plans a 10-day trip to Xinjiang, costing less than 10,000 yuan, which is significantly cheaper compared to the 14,000 yuan price during the summer [5][9]. - Travel agencies report a price reduction of 30% to 50% for trips compared to the summer season, attributed to lower hotel and flight costs [9]. - There is a nearly 20% year-on-year increase in "silver-haired" travel orders in September [9].