China economic slowdown sends chill through 'golden week' holidays

Flight, hotel prices drop as travelers hunt for bargains ahead of National Day break

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Crowds gather to watch Shanghai skyscrapers. China's economic slowdown is expected to hit demand negatively during the Oct.1 holidays. (Photo by Wataru Suzuki)

WATARU SUZUKI, Nikkei staff writer

SHANGHAI -- China's tourism industry is bracing for sluggish growth over the upcoming national day holidays, even as regional governments begin to distribute cash vouchers to boost flagging consumer spending.

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