Classic Itineraries
Blind man conquers Antarctica in 39 days – British ex-navy officer creates human miracle
Beijing time, January 5 news: 31-year-old former Royal Navy sailor Alan Lock has completed an expedition to Antarctica, becoming the first blind person to trek there, taking 39 days. During this period, he faced roaring winds and temperatures as low as minus 35 degrees Celsius. What sustained him through the 600-mile journey and kept him moving forward was...
Exploring the Past and Present of the Hometown of Skiing: Supply-Demand Imbalance Highlights Shortage of Reserve Talent
The ongoing 12th National Winter Games in Jilin Province has rapidly increased public attention on winter sports. Tonghua City in Jilin Province is one of the earliest regions in China to develop skiing. It is the birthplace of China’s first ski resort, first professional ski team, and first ski champion... But this city, long known as the "Hometown of Skiing"...
In 2011, outdoor accidents such as rock climbing expeditions occurred frequently — travel safety is worth reflecting on
According to China National Radio’s “CNR News,” looking back at 2011, there were as many as 100 outdoor safety incidents. What is there to think about behind these numbers? In recent years, outdoor sports accidents have increasingly come into public view, and how to ensure the safety of outdoor activities has become a focal point of our discussion. In 2011, various outdoor sports...
Harbin proposes establishment of the World Cities Ice and Snow Tourism Cooperation Organization
With the rapid development of the ice and snow tourism industry, the industries and business opportunities behind ice and snow resources are becoming increasingly prominent, forming a “platinum” value chain. To better promote the development of ice and snow tourism, today an international organization with a focus on ice and snow tourism cooperation—the World Cities Ice and Snow Tourism Cooperation Organization—was proposed to be established by Harbin...
The "Sports Lottery Cup" New Year Cross-Country Health Run Concludes Successfully
As the New Year begins, everything takes on a fresh look. At 9:00 AM on January 1, 2012, with the starting gun fired by Wang Xiulin, Vice Mayor of Qingdao City, nearly ten thousand participants in the 2012 "Sports Lottery Cup" Cross-Country Race and New Year Health Run set off from the square in front of the municipal government, running to welcome the arrival of 2012. This year’s "Sports Lottery Cup" c...
Basic Horseback Riding Training (Part 1)
Conduct rigorous basic riding training for riders in the arena, focusing on posture, aids, and gaits. This helps riders learn the correct way to control the horse, develop good riding posture, and cultivate a brave, decisive, and quick-reacting mental attitude. The horse is trained to obey the rider's commands, developing its physique and abilities in a coordinated manner...
Linyi welcomed 339,600 visitors during New Year’s Day holiday, with hot spring and skiing tours gaining popularity
According to the Linyi Municipal Tourism Bureau in Shandong Province, over the three-day New Year’s Day holiday, the city’s 56 national A-level tourist attractions received a total of 339,600 visitors, generating 11.586 million yuan in ticket revenue, representing year-on-year increases of 15.98% and 20.54%, respectively. Among them, domestic city visitors reached 245,400, accounting for 72.3% of the total number of visitors to the city’s tourist attractions...
adidas 2012 U.S. Outdoor Industry Association Announces Outdoor Excellence Awards
To honor individuals and groups that inspire and encourage people to actively engage in outdoor activities and experience the outdoor lifestyle, the U.S. Outdoor Industry Association Excellence Awards, hosted by adidas Outdoor, announced yesterday (the 5th) the list of winners for the 2012 Excellence Awards, with four recipients in total: · The North Face − ...
Snowboard Layback Turns ― Cool and Thrilling Carving Style
The extreme carving technique on a snowboard can cause the rider's body to lie almost flat against the snow surface during turns, making it look as if they are carving through the slope while lying down. This extreme form of carving is therefore called a "layback turn" (Laid Turn). This stylish and thrilling turning style offers riders an intense rush and a sensation of weightless freedom.
Gregory has launched new travel backpacks and mountaineering packs
Whether you're a frequent outdoor leisure traveler or a professional high-altitude climber, you'll find the backpack you need in Gregory's 2012 autumn backpack series. The new Border!" backpack series is designed as a functional everyday pack for leisure travelers, while the new Alpinisto!" series is created exclusively for mountaineering enthusiasts...
Scientists discover a "lost world" deep in the Antarctic Ocean
According to the UK's Daily Mail, British scientists were stunned to discover a "lost world" hidden in complete darkness 2,400 meters deep off the coast of Antarctica. The area is home to a vast array of marine life, including species of crabs, octopuses, and starfish that have never been seen by science before. These creatures...
Build "greenways" to facilitate hiking and walking to work
Dalian should develop two types of "greenways," not only to meet the needs of residents for hiking and fitness, but more importantly, to enable people to walk to work or students to walk to school, while also enhancing the depth and quality of Dalian's tourist attractions — this was proposed in the proposal titled "On Building 'Dalian Greenways'" submitted by the Dalian Federation of Industry and Commerce during the fifth session of the 11th Dalian Municipal Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference.
Comparison Map of Ski Runs at Wanlong and Genting
“If nothing unexpected happens, Xu Wenlong is very likely to win double titles in both the team relay and the men’s 50km classical race,” Qi Jiukui, head of the Harbin winter sports team, boldly predicted in an interview with reporters on the 6th. On the 6th, the cross-country skiing events of the 12th National Winter Games took a “ceasefire” day, with athletes lying in wait, ready for action...
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After the snow, winning at Wa [Photography]
On January 5, British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) presenter Helen Skelton set off for Antarctica, bravely venturing to the South Pole. Unlike other explorers, Skelton is not traveling by sled or on foot but by bicycle. If successful, Skelton will become the first person to reach the South Pole by bicycle. Skelton, currently 28...
17 tips to help you travel around Zhangjiajie smoothly
1. Traveling in the off-season is the foundation of saving money. 2. Plan your routes wisely to avoid retracing steps and save big. 3. When hiring a car, discuss with the driver in advance that the price will be lower if you pick up other passengers along the way. 4. Don’t take a flight—take the train. Sometimes taking the train can save you more money than taking the bus. When buying train tickets, if there are non-air-conditioned options, go for those—you can save half the price, though the conditions may be less comfortable.
Happy Winter LUV@HowToTrip Skiing Competition Successfully Concluded
On Christmas Eve, December 24, 2011, the 2011-2012 ski season kick-off event jointly organized by the "LUV" brand and HowToTrip at Beijing’s Junshan Ski Resort has been successfully concluded. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the skiing enthusiasts who participated enthusiastically. In the snowy wonderland, skiers gathered together, not only experiencing intense...
The Magnificent "Ice Wall Waltz" — The 2012 Siguniang Mountain Ice Climbing Festival Concludes Successfully
A Spectacular Display of Perfect Ice Walls — Organized by the Siguniang Mountain Scenic Area Administration and supported by outdoor brand KAILAS, the 2012 Siguniang Mountain Ice Climbing Festival came to a perfect close on January 3rd in Siguniang Mountain’s Shuangqiaogou Valley. Over the course of the three-day competition and exchange event, more than 150 ice climbing experts and outdoor enthusiasts from across the country gathered to witness and...
Cross-Country Skiing: Xu Wenlong Poised for Double Gold
“If nothing unexpected happens, Xu Wenlong is very likely to clinch double gold in both the team relay and the men’s 50km classical race,” Qi Jiukui, head of the Harbin alpine skiing team, boldly predicted in an interview with reporters on the 6th. On the 6th, the cross-country skiing events at the 12th National Winter Games took a “ceasefire” day, with athletes staying sharp and ready for the next day’s men’s sprint freestyle competition. As one of the most watched figures in the event, Harbin star Xu Wenlong—having already won the men’s pursuit race on the first day—attracted media attention for how he would perform in the remaining competitions.
Ski resorts will lead a new fashion of healthy living.
On January 7, Beijing welcomed its first significant snowfall of the winter, seemingly providing a beautiful backdrop for the "Vail Carnival" U.S. Ski Resort Promotion Week, jointly organized by Vail Resorts, the Nevada Tourism Board of the United States, and Beijing Junshan Ski Resort. The event, which runs from January 7 to 14, 2012, will last...
Biking to Antarctica: BBC Female Presenter Aims to Set a Precedent
On January 5, British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) female presenter Helen Skelton set off for Antarctica, attempting to reach the South Pole. Unlike other explorers, Skelton is not traveling by sled or on foot — she’s biking. If successful, she will become the first person to reach the South Pole by bicycle. Skelton, currently 28 years old...