Thailand and South Korea Lead China's Spring Festival Travel Boom

Thailand has dethroned Japan as the top destination for Chinese travelers during the 2026 Spring Festival, with daily arrivals reaching nearly 30,000 - double the usual level. South Korea emerged as the breakout short-haul star, with Chinese arrivals expected to exceed 250,000, up 25% from the previous year. Both destinations benefit from visa-friendly policies, short flight distances, and robust tourism infrastructure tailored to Chinese visitors.