The 2026 Spring Festival travel rush has begun, and many are preparing for their journeys home. What is your mode of travel this year? Train, self-driving, or plane? This practical travel guide will help you return home safely.
Spring Festival
The Spring Festival, also known as Chinese New Year, is the most important traditional holiday in China, marking the beginning of the lunar new year. Its history dates back over 3,000 years to the Shang Dynasty, originating from rituals to honor deities and ancestors at the end of the winter harvest. Today, it is celebrated with family reunions, feasts, fireworks, and customs like giving red envelopes to symbolize good fortune for the coming year.
