A rising travel trend "hobby-based travel" is captivating Chinese young people. Guided by passions like tennis, skill learning (e.g., Lanzhou hand-pulled noodles), volunteering or teaching, they dive deep into destinations. Beyond sightseeing, it builds cross-border friendships, broadens horizons and nurtures personal growth, redefining travel as a meaningful life experience rooted in genuine connections.(Photo provided to CYD)

By Li Yuanyuan, Cai Xinyue(intern), Shen Jiequn, Zhou Jia’an and Xi Xinyuan/China Youth Daily