China starts an important "Golden Week" holiday as millions of its nationals take advantage of a seven-day holiday Oct. 1-7 for an annual travel rush in the country. /VCG Photo

This year, it's going to be busier than usual. According to a Beijing News report, some 800 million Chinese tourists are expected to hit the road for vacations at home and abroad. /VCG Photo

In terms of domestic travel, the cities of Chengdu, Chongqing, Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai, Qingdao, Hangzhou and Xiamen are forecast to be among the top favorite destinations. These popular spots are also expected to draw the heaviest foot traffic. /VCG Photo

For overseas travel, Japan and Thailand are expected to continue to be the top destinations for Chinese tourists, followed by South Korea, Vietnam, Singapore, Cambodia, Malaysia, Indonesia, Australia and the U.S. to make the top 10, according to Baidu Maps. /VCG Photo