As the New Year holiday enveloped China, a wave of ice and snow tourism enthusiasm warmed the wintry air. Social media buzzed with images of snowy escapades, turning the nation’s chilliest spots into sought-after destinations.
In a significant uptick, Tongcheng Travel reported a 194 percent increase in domestic ice and snow tourism compared to the previous year, with hot spring destinations enjoying a 178 percent rise on the first day of the holiday.
Northern cities like Harbin, Changchun, Yanji, Dalian, and Songyuan emerged as popular choices, drawing crowds eager to immerse themselves in the enchanting winter landscapes, as indicated by online travel agency Tuniu’s data.
Responding to the increased demand, the China Railway Shenyang Bureau Group rolled out an additional 45 passenger trains to accommodate the rush. Meanwhile, the China Railway Harbin Bureau Group dispatched 38 additional trains to various icy locales, ensuring that travelers could easily reach their frosty…
