After the bustling summer travel season, the three-day Victory Day over Japan mini holiday is just around the corner. The break from September 3 to 5 has prompted many who avoid traveling during the scorching summer to plan a relaxing leisure trip during this off-peak period. According to some online travel agencies (OTAs), prices at many destinations in early September remain low, more than 20% cheaper than during the peak summer season. This has encouraged more travelers to take advantage of the mini holiday, and a small travel peak is expected from September 3 to 5.
In terms of travel distance, the three-day short break is most suitable for medium to short trips, with only a small number of travelers extending their holidays by combining leave for longer journeys. As a result, the short break usually sees a boom in city perimeter travel. These trips are less tiring and highly relaxing, making them particularly popular with family travelers, who have become the main force behind such perimeter tourism during the mini holiday. This trend is evident in the recent surge in popularity of vacation apartments.
Vacation apartments are a type of accommodation that has gradually gained popularity in recent years. They offer more space, a wider variety of room types, and usually include living rooms, kitchens, and other areas, making them better suited for family stays. Moreover, vacation apartments are more distinctive, featuring a variety of themes—whether seaside views, campers, or log cabins—that provide an experience distinct from traditional hotels. Mr. Zhao from Fuzhou, who enjoys trying new things, took his family to stay at a Tujia vacation villa in Wuyi Shuizhuang this summer, becoming the first among his friends to “try the new dish.” “The Wuyi Shuizhuang villas are fully equipped with home facilities, and even offer a royal-style vegetarian banquet with great ambiance and taste. The Meixi River running through the villa creates a unique ‘two shores along one river’ landscape, as if everything exists because of the water. Now that the Fuxia High-Speed Railway is open, it takes just over an hour to travel from Fuzhou to Mount Wuyi, making family trips there much easier,” Mr. Zhao commented.
Changsha Tujia Dongyi Foreign Luxury Suites
Unlike other mini holidays, this “holiday bonus” has another notable feature: its “red character.” This has led many families with children to choose red tourism destinations, aiming to combine travel with patriotic education, which has greatly increased the demand for accommodations near these sites. A representative explained: “Tujia has many listings near famous red tourism spots. Take Baiyangdian, for example—we operate two properties there, Meilu and Xingfu Heyuyi Villas. Travelers from Beijing can drive there in just over two hours and explore the heroic tales of Little Soldier Zhang Ga, enjoy stewed fish, and visit the Lotus Grand View Garden. Changsha is also a great red tourism destination. Guests staying at Tujia’s Dongyi Foreign branch in Changsha can easily visit the Martyrs' Cemetery and local former residences of great figures. The rooms at this branch are highly artistic, and you can even overlook the beautiful river view from them. Spending a holiday in such a place is both relaxing and educational.”