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Didi: Cross-city ride-hailing demand expected to surge up to 55% during Mid-Autumn and National Day holidays
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According to data released by Didi on September 24, the ride-hailing company forecasts a significant surge in travel demand during the upcoming Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays in China. Didi expects overall ride-hailing demand to rise by 13% and 21% compared to normal days for the two holidays respectively, with out-of-town (cross-city) demand projected to increase even more sharply by 23% and 55%. The peak travel period is anticipated to start at 3 PM on September 30, reaching its zenith between 6 PM and 7 PM. Northern autumn destinations like Hulunbuir, Altay, and Xing'an League have seen strong growth in out-of-town ride requests. Museum-related ride demand during the National Day holiday is forecast to be 106% higher than usual, outpacing the overall growth for 5A scenic spots. The extended holiday is also expected to boost travel to Hong Kong and cross-border trips, with Didi's overseas ride-hailing service demand predicted to double. Popular overseas destinations include Seoul, Jeju, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Ho Chi Minh City, and Bangkok.
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BEIJING, September 24 (Xinhua Finance) — Reporter: Ding Yawen — Data released by Didi on September 24 shows that during this year's Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays, ride-hailing demand is expected to increase by 13% and 21% respectively compared to regular days. Demand for intercity rides is forecast to grow even more strongly, rising by 23% and 55% respectively. The travel peak is expected to begin at 3:00 PM on September 30, reaching its highest point between 6:00 PM and 7:00 PM.
Popular Autumn Destinations
In the past week, intercity ride demand has seen the largest increases in northern autumn destinations such as Hulunbuir, Altay, Hinggan League, and Chifeng. During the National Day holiday, the autumn sightseeing map expands widely. Intercity ride demand in places such as Hinggan League, Nanjing, Guangzhou, Changsha, Hulunbuir, and Bazhong is expected to more than double compared to regular days. In Benxi (Liaoning Province) and Bayingolin (Xinjiang), intercity ride demand is forecast to increase by over 85%.
Museum Visits Surge During Holidays
Museums have become popular check-in spots during holidays in recent years. Didi data shows that ride-hailing demand to and from museums during the National Day holiday is expected to rise by 106% compared to regular days, outpacing the overall growth rate for 5A-rated scenic spots. During the Mid-Autumn Festival, demand is expected to at least double for the following museums:
- Jingdezhen China Ceramics Museum
- Baoding Zhili Governor's Office
- Yangzhou Grand Canal Museum
During the National Day holiday, demand is expected to at least double for:
- Xiangyang Museum
- Zunyi Conference Site
- Tianjin National Maritime Museum
- Shenyang China Industrial Museum and the September 18th History Museum
- Chongqing China Three Gorges Museum
- Provincial museums in Zhejiang, Shaanxi, Anhui, Liaoning, Hainan, Jiangxi, and Hubei
Cross-Border and Hong Kong Travel Heat Up
The extended holiday has boosted travel to Hong Kong and cross-border trips. During the two holidays, ride-hailing demand in Hong Kong is expected to increase by over 20% compared to regular days, with demand from mainland Chinese tourists rising by more than 50%. Festive events such as the Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance, Mid-Autumn Lantern displays, and the Victoria Harbour National Day fireworks show are expected to attract significant attention.
Demand for Didi's overseas ride-hailing services is expected to double compared to regular days. Popular destinations include:
- Seoul
- Jeju
- Singapore
- Kuala Lumpur
- Ho Chi Minh City
- Bangkok
High demand for shuttle services is expected at attractions such as Seoul's Gyeongbokgung Palace, Seogwipo Olle Market, Singapore's Gardens by the Bay, Kuala Lumpur's Petronas Twin Towers, and Bangkok's Grand Palace.
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