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Zongzi's on the table, dragon boats are on the water,
and this long weekend holiday hits different.
The Duanwu Festival meets Children's Day.
While some head out for short getaways, others settle in for a cozy staycation.
We discuss the traditions we love and the travel trends shaping this season.
Coming to you live from Beijing, this is Roundtable.
I'm He Yang.
For today's program, I'm joined by Steve Hatherley and Yu Shun in the studio.
First up.
on today's show.
The Zhuangwu Festival, or Dragon Boat Festival,
wouldn't be complete without the thrill of racing boats and the delicious bite of traditional zongzi dumplings.
This year, the festival falls on May 31 and comes with a three-day weekend,
overlapping with International Children's Day on June 1.
With the National College Entrance Examination just a week away,
many families with test takers are staying close to home,
while others are taking advantage of the break for short getaways to relax and recharge.