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The National Day holiday has sparked a travel boom nationwide, reflected by data showing domestic tourism reaching record levels and a significant increase in foreign visitors. According to the national railway operator China State Railway Group, the railways on Sunday alone were expected to experience a return travel peak, as the number of passengers is expected to reach 18.73 million on that day, with 1,432 additional trains planned by the operator. ▲ A foreign couple take a selfie at a scenic spot in Beijing on Tuesday. China Daily Saturday saw 17.88 million travelers nationwide, marking over 17 million passengers for the sixth consecutive day, since the holiday travel started on Sept 29, the group said. As of Sunday, more than 155 million tickets for holiday train trips have been sold on the national ticket sales system. The numbers are expected to stay high through the holiday, driven by a mix of tourism, family visits and student travel. The national railway operates an avera
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