Chinese airlines operated 89,000 flights with 97.2% on-time performance. Travel to smaller cities like Yueyang and Zhongwei doubled during the holiday peak.
China's rail network hit a single-day record of 24.8 million passengers. Over 12,000 daily trains and 24-hour station operations managed the holiday rush.
PipeChina is laying over 9,000 km of new lines in 2026. Major projects like the Sichuan-East gas pipeline will boost energy security across the country.
Local authorities expand subsidies for smart home and kitchen appliances. Over 84 million consumers joined the trade-in program, boosting May Day sales.
Qingdao engineers use drones and AI to create virtual bridge and building models. China's digital twin market is projected to reach 70 billion yuan by 2029.
One event ticket serves as a passport for city-wide discounts in Shanghai. The model links sports, cinema, and concerts with retail and dining bonuses.
Post-pandemic tourism peaks in China during May holidays. Over 100k crossings at Vietnam border and record visits to Xi'an as visa-free access expands.
The Taklamakan desert road transition to solar power has generated 15M kWh. Its 436km tree belt absorbs 20,000 tons of CO2 annually, ensuring carbon neutrality.
From off-road desert racing in Ordos to eco-tours in Henan, China’s regions leverage natural landscapes to draw millions of visitors and boost tourism revenue.
80-year-old artist Cai Gao discusses her "0 to 100" philosophy for children's books. She is the first Chinese illustrator to win the prestigious award.
Explore Guizhou, where the world's highest bridges and the FAST telescope meet ancient Miao traditions like batik and stilt houses in Xijiang village.
Hainan's duty-free malls recorded 209 million yuan in sales on May 1-2. Interactive events and 70% discounts drove a surge in electronics and luxury purchases.
Electric vehicle charging hit a record 23 million kWh on the first day of May Day holidays. 15.4 million EVs now travel on China's expressways daily.
The 2,600-year-old city of Guangfu draws 100,000 daily visitors with Tai Chi water shows, dazzling lights, and traditional molten iron fireworks (Dahua).
On the third day of the May Day holiday, China sees high demand for short-distance travel. Expressways near major cities face heavy congestion.
