# May Day travel isn't what it used to be

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Podcast: [Round Table China](https://stenobird.com/podcast/round-table-china-390882)
Published: 2026-04-30T07:56:00+00:00
Episode link: 1_2764561
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The May Day holiday is nearly upon us, but the booking trends and flight maps tell a different story this year. It's not just where people are going, but how they're thinking about travel altogether. The old rules of a "good vacation" don't seem to apply anymore. Because behind this diverse and more accessible tourism is a safety net, one that's giving people the confidence to truly explore the country, on their own terms. On the show: Steve, Fei Fei & Yushan

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