Hailing district in Taizhou, Jiangsu province, emerged as a popular travel destination during the eight-day National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival holiday with booming consumer market.
Major commercial districts in Hailing attracted numerous visitors through substantial discounts, spend-and-save promotions, and interactive experiences. These efforts contributed to a lively holiday atmosphere and increased consumer engagement.
From Oct 1 to 8, key retail, catering, and accommodation enterprises in the district achieved total sales of 93.5 million yuan ($13.11 million), reflecting a 9.2 percent year-on-year growth.
The district's 2025 consumption promotion for automobiles stimulated holiday vehicle sales. The subsidy program saw 137 new vehicles sold, generating over 21 million yuan in consumer spending.
The district's culture, sports, and tourism bureau designed a series of cultural activities that blended tradition with modernity. From intangible cultural heritage performances to trendy live houses popular among young people, these events attracted participants across all age groups.
A shop in a Hailing shopping mall buzzes with visitors during the holiday. [Photo/WeChat account: weihailing0523]
A cultural performance in Hailing attracts large crowds during the holiday. [Photo/WeChat account: weihailing0523]