China’s National Day holiday sees travel surge as tourists hit the road

SHANGHAI: China’s National Day holiday is in full swing, with travelers fanning out across the country on the second day of the break, from bustling city hubs to scenic rural destinations, bringing fresh energy to the holiday economy.With only a three-day gap between the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday and the National Day holiday this year, the combined holiday period has created an extended window for travel, prompting many people to embark on longer trips.