Classic Itineraries
Snowfall in the desert of Bohu County, Xinjiang, creates a striking contrast
Bosten Lake, located in Bohu County, Xinjiang, is China's largest inland freshwater lake, covering an area of 1,600 square kilometers. Near its southern shore, there are sand dunes of varying heights, as well as shifting and semi-fixed sand hills, along with pyramid-shaped dune chains and undulating sand mounds. Every winter, Bosten Lake freezes over for miles, and a thin layer of snow falls on the nearby sand dunes...
Add protection for your Spring Festival travels: insurance needed for driving, carpooling, and riding
Professor Shi Xiang’en, Chief Expert of Neurosurgery at Beijing Sanbo Brain Hospital and Deputy Director of the Third Department of the Capital Medical University Neurosurgical College, said that six activities—free solo climbing, bungee jumping, BASE jumping, diving, mountain climbing, and skiing—are considered the world’s most dangerous “extreme sports.” A study on ski-related external...
Spanish-designed cliffside rock hotel requires rock climbing to check in
This 100-meter-high creative hotel is called the "Barcelona Rock Hotel." (Computer rendering) Guests can sleep right on the edge of a steep, narrow "cliff." (Computer rendering) According to a report by the UK's Daily Mail on January 9, Polish designers have created a...
Skiing? Prevent Head Injuries with These Essential Safety Measures
Professor Shi Xiang’en, Chief Expert of Neurosurgery at Beijing Sanbo Brain Hospital and Deputy Director of the Third Department of the Capital Medical University School of Neurosurgery, says that six sports—free solo climbing, bungee jumping, BASE jumping, diving, mountaineering, and skiing—are considered the world’s most dangerous “extreme sports.” A study on skiing-related injuries...
The enthusiast community is hard to expand; China's skiing popularity needs to break through bottlenecks
Without experiencing the thrill of speed, more people turn "skiing" into "playing in the snow," making it difficult to expand the true enthusiast community; the overall costs of transportation, dining, and accommodation remain high, still far from the reach of the middle-income group. There is much to explore in organically integrating skiing with national fitness to make winter "chasing ice and snow" a...
From Dunhuang to Zhengzhou, a post-90s girl spent just 6 yuan
The highlights of her journey speak volumes: “Business class round-trip flights！ Absolutely comfortable and luxurious！” “Two nights at the filming location of ‘If You Are the One II’ — the Bird’s Nest Resort in Yalong Bay Tropical Paradise Forest Park, an absolutely imperial experience！” “Luxury-level seafood meals throughout the trip, with a minimum standard of 30 yuan per main course...”
Self-driving home has taken the lead in highway passenger traffic "peaks."
Traveling home by self-driving or chartered vehicles has taken the lead in this year’s highway passenger traffic, becoming the preferred choice for many passengers. Statistical data from Wuhan’s Spring Festival Transport Office yesterday showed that the first wave of peak traffic during the travel season has already emerged, with this year’s highway passenger traffic growth being slower compared to previous years. On the 12th, at the entrance of the Wuhan-Huangshi Expressway, reporters encountered...
Hunan cycling enthusiast Chen Jianmin has ridden the equivalent of five laps around the Earth in 20 years
Chen Jianmin, who is “crazy” about cycling, and his teammates shuttle along the roads. “In the new year, I hope every person in Changsha can own a bicycle and ride for two hours every day — it’s good for both fitness and the environment,” said Chen Jianmin, a cycling enthusiast, to reporters yesterday...
Help posts let travelers make friends in every city
It’s common for travelers to ask netizens for food and lodging, but have you ever seen netizens leaving their phone numbers and addresses, inviting travelers to visit? On Baidu Tieba, there’s such a post where users voluntarily reply with their contact info and addresses, inviting fellow travelers to come over. “I’ll provide food,” “I’ll offer accommodation,” “I’ll be your tour guide”—this post, created last April...
2011 Hotel Industry Job Burnout Survey Report
As competition in the hotel industry becomes increasingly fierce, do you ever feel bored, overworked, and unrewarded in your job as a hotel professional? Do you find the workplace challenging but have no idea where the shore is? When you start feeling more like a machine—your energy, passion, and drive worn down by work—beware: you may...
Rock Climbing Tip: Slow Down Forearm Blood Engorgement
Many climbers tend to become mentally confused and lose proper technique when tackling near-limit routes, leading to quick exhaustion and falls. Of course, maintaining correct movement even before exhaustion requires long-term, conscious training. This can be done indoors with a partner supervising each other: 1. Choose some moderately difficult routes,...
India’s Largest Bicycle Maker Takes Over Ultra Motor to Enter E-Bike Market
India’s largest bicycle manufacturer, Hero, has taken over its former Indian partner, thereby stepping into the center stage of the global electric bicycle industry. The Ludhiana-based company announced on December 28 that it acquired the UK-based headquarters of Ultra Motor in London. “This acquisition gives us rights to Ultra Motor’s existing product range, distribution network, design, and its position in the premium market,” said Naveen Munjal, Managing Director of Hero Electric Pvt. Ltd. The Hero group (including other ventures) currently manufactures and sells electric light motorbikes.
Superman Returns: Cancellara Vows to Reclaim Time Trial Throne
Although the 2011 season was fraught with setbacks, Swiss cycling star Fabian Cancellara of the RadioShack-Nissan team is gearing up to reclaim his glory in the new year. But heading into the spring classics, his preparations remain unchanged from previous years. "I’m doing the same things as before," Cancellara said...
The Troubles of Rock Climbing
Later, Andrew sent me an email with an attachment — a humorous document called “World Problems,” listing things that only bother Americans, such as “I can’t hear the TV when I’m eating crackers” and “My GPS only takes me in circles through the ghetto.”...
How Women Can Buy the Right Mountain Bike
Currently, the market still offers mostly men’s bike models. However, as more and more women join the cycling community, they have their own unique needs. If you can’t find a suitable women’s model, female cyclists are reminded not to settle for men’s bikes. Riding a men’s bike may lead to improper riding posture over extended periods...
On January 11, a man died after falling off a cliff while hiking in Zhaitang area, Mentougou District.
SALEWA (沙乐华), an international top-tier outdoor brand with 76 years of history dedicated entirely to mountaineering and exploration, carries the assurance of rigor, reliability, and high quality through its German heritage, while its Italian management team infuses the products with elements of freedom, passion, fashion, and taste. Following the Munich exhibition, SALEWA (沙乐...
Hong Kong Tie Hing Makes Another Appearance at 2012 (2nd) Asian Bicycle Exhibition
As an agent for numerous top-tier bicycle brands in China and Hong Kong, Hong Kong Tie Hing made its debut at the first Asian Bicycle Exhibition in 2011 with an 81-square-meter booth. Six high-end bicycles were showcased in the Luxury Bike Exhibition area within the show. After the event, Tie Hing spoke highly of the exhibition and expressed strong satisfaction with its supporting activities such as the in-show luxury bike display and the test riding road...
Beijing and Hainan now offer ten-thousand-yuan tours; backpackers prefer short adventure trips
The characteristics of their itineraries reveal as much: “Round-trip business class flights for absolute comfort and luxury!” “Two nights at the hotel featured in ‘If You Are the One II’—Pullman Sanya Yalong Bay Resort & Spa’s Bird’s Nest Villa—truly an imperial-level experience.” “Luxury-grade seafood feasts throughout the trip, with a minimum per-meal standard of 30...”
The SALEWA brand once again partners with ISPO CHINA 2012
SALEWA, an international top-tier outdoor brand with 76 years of history dedicated entirely to mountaineering and exploration, carries the assurance of precision, reliability, and high quality through its German heritage, while its Italian management team infuses the products with elements of freedom, passion, fashion, and taste. Following the Munich exhibition, the SALEWA brand will make its appearance at ISPO CHINA 2012 in Beijing with a brand-new look spanning over 150 square meters (Booth No. 3.505). The five major product lines offered by SALEWA, providing everything from professional to casual gear—the AlpineXtrm PRO (Professional Extreme Mountaineering Series), AlpineXtrem (Extreme Mountaineering Series), Alpine Active (Active Mountaineering Series), 5C (Five Continents, Urban, Travel, and Casual Series), and LA MANO (Fashion and Climbing Series)—will all be showcased at ISPO CHINA 2012 in Beijing. We look forward to sharing them with you.
Extreme skiing: Volcano descent at 100 km/h, risking avalanches
From the moment you get on your bike, you form a close bond with it. As a bike lover, don’t just treat your bicycle as a means of transport—bring it home, and it becomes your companion. When you achieve harmony with your bike, you can naturally listen to and observe your beloved ride while cycling...