Winter break wonders

Young students worldwide craft unique winter breaks, with each adventure shaping their perspectives and forging connections, Li Xinran reports.

When it comes to winter breaks, young students around the world spend this recharging time in their own way. "Gen Zers tend to have a wide variety of hobbies, and there are more subcultures compared to other generations. We also tend to express ourselves more and explore the world on our own terms," said 23-year-old Zhang Yuze.

Zhang is a graduate student at New York University, studying management and systems. He exemplifies this diversity with his unique winter break adventure－traveling to Europe during the monthlong break.

Accompanied by his girlfriend, Zhang explored eight cities in Italy and Spain, including Rome, Venice, and Madrid, all within 18 days.