China’s Lunar New Year Travel Rush Sets Record 9.5 Billion Trips
China’s annual Lunar New Year travel rush is underway, with a record 9.5 billion trips expected as millions endure long journeys home for the Spring Festival.
China’s annual Lunar New Year travel rush is underway, with a record 9.5 billion trips expected as millions endure long journeys home for the Spring Festival.
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