Classic Itineraries
Sweden's Olympic Centennial Commemorative Events Kicked Off with Stockholm Ice Festival
The Stockholm Ice Festival in Sweden commenced on the 6th, marking the official start of a series of events commemorating the 100th anniversary of the Stockholm Olympics. The ice festival was held that afternoon at an open-air stadium converted into an ice rink in the eastern part of Stockholm. It is adjacent to the main stadium of the 1912 Stockholm Olympics. The site...
China’s skiing sport accelerates onto the international “fast track”
The International Vasaloppet Ski Festival, the Asian Winter Games, FIS World Cup skiing events, the Winter Games... In recent years, a series of international and domestic competitions have drawn significant attention. With zip lines soaring overhead and ski runs crisscrossing the landscape, not only has the number of domestic ski resorts surged, but their construction standards have also continued to align with international norms. Places like Yabuli, Beidahu, and Changbai Mountain...
The Harbin team swept the top three in cross-country skiing; Champion: My teammates gave me great encouragement
In January, on Nanshan Mountain, one’s breath turns to frost, and standing at the mountaintop is already freezing. Yet over 40 cyclists from “Han Pipa” decided to ride downwind. Dressed in sleek cycling gear and riding their DIY mountain bikes, they sped down a two-kilometer-long, rarely-trodden mountain trail from the mountaintop opposite the Great Golden Eagle on Nanshan. Downhill is a...
The world’s most breathtaking roads that compel you to walk
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Chongqing bikers take on thrilling downhill ride on Nanshan
In January, when breath turns to frost on Nanshan Mountain and standing at the summit is freezing, over 40 bikers from "Han Pipa" chose to brave the wind and descend. Dressed in sleek cycling gear and riding their custom "DIY" mountain bikes, they sped down a two-kilometer-long, rarely-trodden mountain path from the mountaintop opposite the Great Golden Eagle on Nanshan. Downhill biking is a…
The perfect combination of horse and rider—truly stunning in the video.
Fellow equestrians, this is exactly what we strive for.
Better safe than sorry—skiers purchase outdoor insurance for Canada skiing on Lvye
During the ski season, we often see news of skiers getting injured. When injured abroad, aside from physical pain, the financial loss can also be significant. To eliminate worries about skiing in Canada, we purchased World Traveller Overseas Travel Insurance (which covers skiing) on Lvye. The World Traveller insurance is available in Silver, Gold...
Meet in golden autumn: Tongcheng County hosts the 6th Hubei Huangpao Mountain Tent Festival
This year, the Happy Valley Group has coordinated seven Happy Valleys nationwide to launch an exciting Halloween-themed event, bringing surprises to Halloween enthusiasts. The series features horror-filled haunted houses, creative and trendy ghost-themed performance shows, as well as dreamlike interactive experiences perfect for family fun...
Ghosts and goblins, fiendish fun galore — Happy Valley launches its trendiest Halloween-themed event
This year, the Happy Valley Group has coordinated seven Happy Valleys nationwide to roll out the “Trendy Halloween” event, bringing thrilling surprises to Halloween enthusiasts. Featuring a series of spine-chilling, adrenaline-pumping themed haunted houses, outrageously creative haunted performances, and dreamy interactive experiences perfect for family fun...
Polar bears perform a duet waltz—showcasing their innate talent with an elegant ice “dance”
According to the UK's Daily Mail, photographer Don Johnston captured a set of astonishing photos while traveling in Manitoba, Canada, in the habitat of polar bears. The images show two polar bears behaving like a couple, “dancing gracefully” on the vast snowy landscape, performing a beautiful waltz. Canadian photographer Do...
The most nerve-wracking attraction: Crazy rocks on towering cliffs
Kjeragbolten, known as the "Kjerag Boulder," is Norway’s most famous tourist attraction. This five-cubic-meter rock is wedged between sheer cliffs, drawing travelers from around the world to witness its miraculous presence. There are no safety measures whatsoever around the boulder, which has a surface area of less than five square meters, with a bottomless abyss beneath it. Those who dare to stand on it...
Snowboarding is too dangerous — insurers refuse to underwrite policies
On January 9, the women’s freestyle snowboarding halfpipe competition at this edition of the Winter Games concluded its compulsory routines. Nineteen-year-old Li Shuang scored 59.5 points to win the gold medal. However, the most unforgettable moment for reporters wasn’t when Li beamed with her medal — it was the instant when Zhai Yue’s head collided with the edge of the halfpipe. The scene left nearly everyone in shock...
Basking in the Sun and Daydreaming: 10 Top Spots to Soak Up the Warmth in the Year of the Dragon
From November each year to March of the following year, everything is frozen, vegetation withers, and the scenery turns bleak, making most people long for the warmth of summer. It’s safe to say that “warmth” is indeed a widely agreed-upon keyword in most people’s Spring Festival travel plans. Today, let’s step into those winter destinations perfect for soaking up the sun and daydreaming...
Guilin Travel Network launches numerous outdoor tour routes, sparking enthusiastic responses from netizens
Guilin's largest local travel reception website: After more than a year of research, Guilin Travel Network signed a strategic cooperation agreement on January 6, 2012, with Guilin Diqu — a local outdoor base in Guilin. The examination period for this cooperation agreement was relatively long, mainly to ensure that every outdoor route launched by Guilin Travel Network is not only...
Renowned cyclist David Millar is expected to compete in the 2012 Olympics
According to British media outlet BBC, Mark Cavendish, the winner of the UCI Road World Championships and the 2011 BBC Sports Personality of the Year, stated that David Millar, who was banned in 2004 for using the banned substance EPO, has been allowed to compete in the 2012 London Olympics. Currently, the British Olympic Association...
The Evolution of Fashion: Leather Shoes Go Outdoor
How important are leather shoes to men? The answer is actually quite simple—leather shoes have become everyday "gear" for men. While leather shoes are commonly associated with business attire, few realize they have a long history and have continually evolved in style. The world’s first pair of leather shoes was born in China, and...
Running in the Himalayas – The Annapurna 50km
Lan Yi returned from Nepal and gave me a link. When I clicked it, it was information about the Annapurna 100km race. I had never run 50km before, and my only full marathon time was 5:45—pretty slow. The event was scheduled for New Year’s Day 2012, circling the Annapurna range, with races at 50k, 70k, and 100k. The 50k had no cutoff time, which made me really want to try. I started reaching out and preparing, and to my surprise, I actually made it. I’m very grateful to The North Face for sponsoring this trip. New Year’s Day 2012 marked an incredible start.
Fascinating Rock Climbing Techniques and Grade Classifications
In 2010, the German top-tier trekking pole brand LEKI, which had signed an exclusive agency agreement with Nanjing Biancheng Outdoor Products Co., Ltd., began entering the Chinese market and achieved excellent market results. In January 2012, LEKI ski poles were officially launched in the Chinese market, featuring eye-catching designs and mature technological systems that will bring...
Raising Meal Funds for Impoverished Children: Hundreds of Youths Hike to Raise Donations
“If I can complete the 12-kilometer hike, please donate 5 yuan for one breakfast and one lunch. I’ll just take a sip of water and keep pushing forward… If I can finish the 30-kilometer hike, please donate 24 yuan for three days’ meals, and wait for me at the finish line!” Yesterday, nearly 200 young volunteers hiked 30 kilometers on the roads of Pudong New Area...