Over 30,000 enthusiasts kick off roller skating carnival in Hebei

Moreover, the event has spurred a "one athlete competes, the whole family travels" trend. Local scenic spots, restaurants, and hotels have introduced discounts — competition credentials grant access to reduced admission fees, and hotels and homestays offer special packages.

As a result, accommodations were fully booked before the May Day holiday, with spending on lodging, dining, tourism, and sports seeing a comprehensive rise — continuously amplifying the "roller skating plus culture and tourism" integration effect, local authorities said.

Liu Zhen contributed to this story.