On May 1st, according to reports from various domestic media outlets, many clever individuals thought to leave early for the May Day holiday to avoid traffic congestion, only to find out that everyone had the same idea.
One netizen experienced a traffic jam scenario, trying to catch a high-speed train two hours early, but still underestimated the extent of the traffic congestion. In the end, they had to change their missed high-speed train ticket to a slower train ticket.
With the arrival of the May Day holiday, passenger flow continues to rise. Taking Beijing Capital International Airport as an example, data shows that during the May Day holiday, the airport is expected to transport 918,300 passengers, with an average of 183,700 passengers per day. Compared to 2023, passenger volume is expected to increase by about 21%, and flight volume by about 10%.
Industry insiders in the tourism sector have noted that this year's May Day holiday has seen a significant increase in bookings for tickets to scenic spots, hotels, and transportation. New trendy ways of traveling, such as gourmet tours and immersive travel photography, have also emerged, greatly enriching the travel experiences of tourists.
The concentrated release of travel demand during the May Day holiday will help accelerate and expand the consumption and quality improvement of various local life service industries.
