Online travel agency Ctrip yesterday released its “2024 Qingming Festival Travel Forecast” report, indicating a rise in bookings for holiday travel products like flights and hotels. Popular activities include visiting hometowns, enjoying spring outings, planning extended holidays, and self-driving tours. Data reveals a significant increase in domestic hotel and flight searches compared to previous years, with bookings for flower viewing tours and domestic car rentals soaring. This year, travelers show a preference for mainland destinations, with a notable shift in tourism towards western regions.