Classic Itineraries
World champion Enes Pepat showcases ice climbing
Enes Pepat showcases ice climbing Enes Pepat, the fourth World Ice Climbing Championship winner from Germany, gave an ice climbing performance for visitors on the side towers located on both sides of the Celebration Plaza of the Ice and Snow World’s main building. At 17:00 on the evening of the 11th, after carefully checking the safety of her equipment, Pepat began ascending step by step using her ice axe and crampons. About 10 minutes later, she successfully reached the top. “This is my first time in Harbin,” Pepat told reporters. “The ice here is great for climbing and of very good quality.” It is understood that on January 4, Pepat had already successfully test-climbed the tallest ice structure in Ice and Snow World — the 46-meter-tall Celebration Plaza. In the coming days, she will continue to challenge more difficult ice structures within Ice and Snow World.
Travel the World: A Sensory Feast in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Region
【Introduction】There are countless enchanting combinations here. The Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region is like a condensed version of the French Alps, featuring countless charming ski resorts and Michelin-starred restaurants, medieval mountain towns, and ancient castles—all waiting for you to experience. Every year, nearly a million Chinese tourists flock to France. For most people...
Driving home? Five tips to ensure a safe journey
As the Spring Festival approaches, many car owners are preparing to drive their own vehicles home for the holidays. So, what should you keep in mind when driving home? A reporter consulted after-sales directors at several 4S auto shops in Dongguan to share key considerations for a safe self-drive trip. Tip #1: Get your car inspected before hitting the road...
Watching migratory birds bask in the sun has become a new winter attraction in Lhasa.
In recent years, more and more migratory birds have flown to Lhasa for the winter, and flocks of these birds have become a beautiful sight in the city. Visiting Lhasa in winter to see the migratory birds has emerged as a new highlight for travelers. Zhang De, a 30-year-old tourist from Baoding, Hebei, came to Lhasa for a vacation at the end of the year to relax. “After getting off the plane, while riding in the car past the Lhasa River...
More icebergs floating on Icelandic lake surfaces, photographer's lens warns of global warming
On January 9th, at Iceland’s glacial lakes, you might think that fewer ice chunks would be drifting this winter — after all, this season hit a record-breaking minus 10 degrees Celsius — but you’d be wrong. Orvar Porgiersson, a 36-year-old seasoned Icelandic photographer, discovered that there are actually more ice chunks drifting in Iceland’s largest saltwater lake...
Xinjiang's largest ice and snow folk culture park opens in Altay
Crystal-clear ice sculpture gates, giant slides, a peace-bringing bell tower, vivid snow sculptures of Sima Guang breaking the vat, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs... On January 10, the largest "ice and snow Disneyland" in Xinjiang—with the most ice ceremony landscapes and the most comprehensive ice and snow entertainment activities—Altay’s Ninth Ice and Snow Folk Culture Park...
Chongqing’s Jiangjin District to Build Western China’s “Disneyland” – An International Ski Resort
On the 9th, an international ski and wellness resort center with a total investment of approximately 12 billion RMB was established in Jiangjin, Chongqing. This theme park, aiming to become the “Disneyland” of western China, is set to be completed and operational in 2013, with an expected annual visitor volume of 3 million. According to reports, the project will integrate high-end leisure, entertainment, sports, and vacation experiences in Chongqing...
Tibet sets new tourism goal of 10 million visitors
On the 9th in Lhasa, Padma Choling, Chairman of the Tibet Autonomous Region, set new goals for the development of Tibet's tourism industry in 2012: striving to receive over 10 million visitors and achieve tourism revenue of 12 billion yuan. These targets represent an increase of 1.5 million visitors and 2.5 billion yuan, respectively, compared to 2011. The Fifth Session of the Ninth Tibet Autonomous Regional People’s Congress...
Travel Photography: First-Person “Feet”
Tom Robinson is a British photographer born in 1981 who is passionate about traveling. In addition to his regular commercial photography work, he has undertaken many interesting personal projects. In 2005, he began a photography project called “First-Person ‘Feet’” (Feet First), traveling with his girlfriend on Brighton Beach in the UK...
Pureland Welcomes the New Year with a New Logo
On January 1, 2012, Pureland, a long-time friend of the Asia Outdoor Show, officially launched its new brand logo. The new logo combines an abstract frog-claw design with the brand name. The overall design is simple, stylish, and bold, delivering a strong visual impact befitting an international brand. It is reported that the frog-claw design is inspired by tree frogs found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia...
EUROBIKE sends special letter previewing 2012 Asia Bike Show, boosting international recruitment efforts
Partial screenshot of the original English text On January 9, 2012, as a partner of the Asia Bike Show, EUROBIKE (European Bicycle Exhibition) sent a dedicated letter to its exhibitors summarizing and outlooking the Asia Bike Show and the Chinese bicycle market, further intensifying recruitment efforts for the Asia Bike Show in Europe and globally. EUROBIKE...
Osprey launches the Ozone luggage series, redefining lightweight travel gear
Osprey, a high-end backpack brand known for its innovation in pursuing backpack comfort and efficiency, has redefined the concept of lightweight luggage. Leveraging its experience in backpacks and travel bags, Osprey’s Ozone series roller bags will make their debut in Fall 2012. At that time, the Ozone series rolling suitcases will be the lightest fully functional travel bags on the market.
The 2012 spring/summer outdoor footwear collection focuses on the "color" theme.
Recently, the 2012 spring/summer footwear styles from the Quanzhou Outdoor Corps have been making their debut one after another, and those vibrant hues continue to brighten up this blustery season. Who says outdoor shoes can only be “military green, khaki, or dark brown”? Actually, outdoor gear can be colorful too. Take a look at this season’s outdoor shoes from American Skyrun and American Lion — the lively colors are truly unforgettable.
LOGOS booth size doubles, will make another appearance at 2012 Asia Outdoor
The leading Japanese outdoor brand LOGOS has confirmed it will showcase its products at a 270-square-meter booth at the 2012 (7th) Asia Outdoor. This marks its high-profile return following its participation in the 2011 Asia Outdoor. At the 2011 (6th) Asia Outdoor, LOGOS made its debut with a 120-square-meter booth, and also won recognition with its PYRAMIDG...
China's first professional continental cycling team makes debut in Beijing, with ultimate goal of competing in the Tour de France
The world's first Asian professional continental cycling team made a grand debut in Beijing. Zhang Bin, Secretary-General of the Chinese Cycling Association, attended the launch event. (Photo by Yu Hongli) According to the Chinese Cycling Association, the world's first Asian professional continental cycling team was officially launched in Beijing on January 11. It is the UCI Continental cycling team ZOIS (registered as a Chinese team)...
Snow photographers become an emerging profession — to learn shooting, first learn to ski backward
On January 11, Du Haijun and his work partners Yu Shihai and Zhang Jian (from left to right) took a group photo by the halfpipe. On January 11, Beidahu was not only cold but also saw snowfall. At the halfpipe competition venue, a person in ski gear holding a DV became more famous than the award-winning athletes, and their online works also...
Jet Li Presents Award to Chen Dan, Leader of Nanchong Mountain Rescue Team
On January 11, the 2011 "Civilian Disaster Relief Award" by Shenzhen's One Foundation was announced, with Chen Dan, leader of the Nanchong Mountain Rescue Team under the Sichuan Provincial Mountain Rescue Corps, receiving the "Action Citizen Award." Among the other 10 awardees were long-term volunteers in natural disaster relief efforts as well as ordinary citizens who stepped forward in local emergencies...
Analyzing how footwear and apparel brands rapidly penetrate the outdoor market channel
Recently, the ordering event for ACOME, a brand under Shanghai Lexiang Company, was held. Photos from the event showed that Tecnica, an internationally renowned outdoor footwear brand, was also present for a simultaneous launch and showcase. Upon inquiry with relevant authorities, reporters learned that Tecnica and ACOME have formed a strategic partnership in mall distribution channels. It seems this is yet another story of “wearing shoes into the mall” in the outdoor industry.
2011 CCTV Annual Sports Personality of the Year – Zhong Qixin Nominated
2011 Nominee for Best Non-Olympic Sport Athlete, KAILAS Climber Zhong Qixin – Latest news from CCTV: Having just completed preliminary filming at CCTV Channel 5, KAILAS climber Zhong Qixin has officially been selected for the 2011 Sports Personality of the Year awards, thanks to his outstanding achievements and performances in the world of speed climbing...
Celebrate the Lunar New Year Close to Home: Fun Highlights Around Beijing
Taking time during the Spring Festival to truly experience your own city through its festive spirit is also a great way to enjoy the holiday. The continuous improvement of intercity transport such as the Beijing-Tianjin high-speed railway and expressways not only eases the tourism pressure on the areas around Beijing but also offers more nearby leisure destinations that are just a short drive away. More and more...