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Zhengzhou shone during Qingming Festival. The city, leveraging its rich cultural heritage and diverse tourism resources, emerged as a national travel hotspot. Data reveals that over 4 million visitors flocked to Zhengzhou during the holiday, solidifying its position as a top destination. Tourism bookings soared by 37% month-on-month, while flight reservations rose 10% year-on-year.

清明假期，郑州凭借深厚的文化底蕴与丰富的旅游资源，在全国旅游市场中表现亮眼。数据显示，清明假期郑州市共接待游客超400万人次，成为全国热门出发和到达城市。清明假期郑州旅游总体订单量环比增长37%，机票订单量同比增长10%。

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Blooming Zhengzhou Revels in Spring's Embrace

花漾绿城尽享春日时光

The Zhengzhou Garden Expo Park launched its "Enchanting Floral Spectacle", which provided residents and visitors with vibrant springtime scenery. Travelers were captivated by Zhongmu County's "Fantasy Spring Adventure", where floral beauty, theatrical performances, amusement parks, and rural charm were blended to create an immersive experience that integrates the beauty of nature, the charm of culture, and the joy of family bonding. Meanwhile, Zhengzhou EnjoyLand, through its innovative blend of wildlife shows, immersive experiences and high-quality service, managed to draw in large numbers of people.

郑州绿博园开启“焕彩问花季”活动，为广大市民和游客献上一场春日赏花盛宴；中牟迎来了“幻乐之城春日奇遇季”，活动以“赏花+戏剧+乐园+乡村”的创新模式，为游客们带来了一场集自然之美、文化之韵、亲子之乐于一体的沉浸式体验。郑州银基国际旅游度假区凭借“动物奇趣+沉浸体验+品质服务”的创新模式，圈粉无数......

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Transport Upgrades Fuel Zhengzhou's Spring Tourism Boom

交通服务升级赋能“春游经济”

April's breeze is sweeping through Zhengzhou, where metro rides now carry travelers to floral scenery. Beyond Huanancheng East Station on Zhengzhou Metro's suburban line, expansive golden rapeseed fields paint a magnificent masterpiece of spring. Since March 20^th, Zhengzhou Transportation Group has launched direct shuttles to the Baoquan, Baligou, and Laojun Mountain scenic areas, blending scheduled efficiency with self-guided exploration to unlock spring's panoramic wonders. Since March 22^nd, a dedicated bus route has linked the Zhengzhou Economic and Technological Development Zone's Central Square Station directly to Diehu Park, streamlining travel for spring adventurers.

乘地铁，迎花期，4月的春风携着暖意拂过绿城。郑州地铁城郊线华南城东站外，油菜花海正以灿烂的金黄泼洒春的画卷；3月20日起，郑州交运集团正式开通宝泉、八里沟、老君山三大热门景区旅游直通车，以“公交化运营+自由行体验”模式，一键解锁春日山河画卷；3月22日起，郑州公交正式开通由经开区中心广场站直达蝶湖公园专线，极大地节省了游客的出行时间。

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High-speed rail innovation elevates regional spring outings. Zhengzhou's rail network has bolstered its intercity connectivity, with the Zhengzhou-Kaifeng intercity line achieving full operation on March 15^th, slashing travel time between Zhengzhou East Railway Station and Kaifeng to just 25 minutes. Meanwhile, since March 21^st, new ticketing plans have been launched on the sections from Nanle Station to Zhengzhou East Railway Station along the Jinan-Zhengzhou High-speed Railway, from Zhengzhou East Railway Station to Shenqiu North Station along the Zhengzhou-Fuyang High-speed Railway, and from Zhengzhou East Railway Station to Dengzhou East Railway Station along the Zhengzhou-Chongqing High-speed Railway, making travel more convenient for passengers. On March 28^th, the "Central China Railway – South of the Great River" themed tourist train redefined comfort with tailored cabins and age-friendly upgrades, further enhancing passengers' satisfaction and happiness during their trips.

高铁服务升级亦为跨区域春游注入活力。3月15日，郑开城际铁路全线贯通运营，开封站至郑州东站最快25分钟可达；3月21日起，济郑高铁南乐至郑州东段、郑阜高铁郑州东至沈丘北段、郑渝高铁郑州东至邓州东段上线新型票制产品，让旅客出行更便捷；3月28日，“中原铁道·大河之南号”特色旅游列车针对不同年龄段旅客乘车需求，对车辆进行了深度定制和大量舒适化、适老化改造，进一步提升了旅客出行的满意度和幸福感。

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Metro commutes are a part of daily life in Zhengzhou, while high-speed rail journeys offer rapid long-distance travel. The city's cherry blossoms create a delicate and beautiful scene, contrasting with the grandeur of the Yellow River. Zhengzhou's transformation isn't merely about transportation. Instead, it vividly represents a vibrant blend of economic energy and cultural charm. As smart mobility and green travel concepts progress further, Zhengzhou is preparing to unite transport, tourism, and commerce into a harmonious whole, thereby establishing a national standard for the economic vitality kindled by springtime activities.

从地铁穿梭到高铁飞驰，从樱花漫舞到黄河壮阔，这不仅是一场出行方式的革新，更是一座城市经济活力与文化魅力的集中释放。未来，随着智慧交通、绿色出行理念的深化，郑州有望进一步打通“交通+文旅+消费”链条，打造全国“春游经济”新高地。

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