A survey by the迈点研究院 (Maidian Research Institute) shows that among the current talent issues most hindering hotel development, the foremost is difficulty in retaining talent. Indeed, hotel recruitment is not only about attracting talent but more importantly about cultivating and retaining it. Susan Ng, Vice President of Human Resources at InterContinental Hotels Group, stated that there are three main factors in retaining employees: career development...
The official website of the 2012 China Footwear and Apparel Industry E-commerce Summit, hosted by the Quanzhou Municipal People's Government and co-organized by Global Shoes Network, the Quanzhou Economic and Trade Commission, and the Quanzhou E-commerce Center, has officially gone live. The website will provide real-time updates on the latest summit information, and both the registration system and media registration function are now fully open. The official...
Cycling Star Nearly Hit by Flying Bottle – Accidents Can Happen at Outdoor Sports Events. Recently, British cycling star Mark Cavendish became an unfortunate victim. The 26-year-old, a multiple world champion, was nearly "exploded on the head" during a race when an unidentified person threw a bottle...
JukkaViljanen, remember this name—he is the first traveler to cross the Sahara Desert solo, having officially completed a 1,600-kilometer trek in 35 days. He livestreamed this adventure using a Nokia E5 he carried with him, along with the SportsTracker recording app. Everyone can...
Born with a passion for sports, Lin Muqing never tires of it even with only one leg. According to Taiwan United News Network, a one-legged Taiwanese woman has traveled to over 20 countries and regions with her single remaining leg, visiting more than 20 provinces on the mainland. She “has been a dancer, a TV show host, and has even challenged herself with diving, rock climbing, and other...
Since the beginning of this year, southern China has experienced continuous rainy weather, with the shortest amount of sunshine in 60 years. Affected by this rare and persistent rainy spell, sales of rain gear such as umbrellas and ponchos have been rising steadily in the Yiwu market, while outdoor gear sales have dropped significantly — a case of “some are happy, some are sad.” On March 14...
From March 21–22, as an important segment and prelude to the “Soaring Dragons and Leaping Tigers 2012” 6th China (International) Hangzhou Outdoor Forum, the China (International) Outdoor Industry Leaders University Lecture Tour and the Brand China (Outdoor) University Lecture Tour respectively visited three universities in Hangzhou: Hangzhou Dianzi University and Zhejiang University of Technology (including both Pingfeng Campus and...
The team has left footprints in many locations across Songyuan
The February evaluation of the “Experience Unlimited—2012 Gore-Tex™ Outdoor Dreams Realization” event has concluded. Following online voting and expert selection, the monthly champions in each category have been determined. Let’s take a look at the winning proposals—perhaps their dream routes can serve as inspiration for your National Day holiday trip. Maybe you think your dream is even greater...
Organized by the Quanzhou Municipal People’s Government, and co-hosted by Global Shoes Network, the Quanzhou Economic and Trade Commission, and the Quanzhou E-commerce Center, the 2012 China Footwear & Apparel Industry E-commerce Summit will be grandly held on April 17 at Quanzhou Hotel in Quanzhou. The event will gather 50 renowned e-commerce platforms, 100 industry heavyweights, and over 800...
Renowned cyclist nearly gets hit in the head by a water bottle Outdoor sports competitions can sometimes lead to unexpected accidents. Recently, British cycling star Mark Cavendish became the victim of one such mishap. The 26-year-old, a multiple world champion, was nearly "taken out" by a water bottle thrown by an unidentified person during a race...
Starting April 1, 2012, the 17th Yuanmingyuan Spring Outing Festival will kick off for a two-month run. “This year’s festival will create a spring carnival for visitors,” said Cao Yuming, director of the Yuanmingyuan Administration Office. Highlights include the “Design a New Home for the Black Swans,” “I Am the Park’s Big Star,” and “Health Promenade Walk”...
Spring has truly arrived, and more and more people have picked up their cameras to capture the breathtaking beauty of the season. The charming scenery of the Summer Palace has caught the attention of photography enthusiasts... Overview of plant blooming periods in the Summer Palace. The Summer Palace is the largest and best-preserved...
Thousand Island Lake Yacht Experience Organized by the Global Pan-Outdoor Network, the VIP delegation of the 3rd China Pan-Outdoor Experience in 2012 visited the China Pan-Outdoor Experience (Hangzhou) Base—Hangzhou Lühetang Ancient Nanmu Forest Park, tried out yachts on Thousand Island Lake, took a stroll around the West Lake scenic area, and more. These activities took place from March 24–25, 2012, in the picturesque Jiangnan region...
Choosing the right ski length is definitely not as simple as subtracting 12–15 cm from your height — that’s the easiest guideline for beginners. To truly understand how to select the proper length for alpine skis, you need to know what type of skis you’re using and your skill level. Alpine Skiing
Rescue teams are equipped with a wide array of costly gear. Key Point: On March 19, Li Xiong, a hiker from Bijie, Guizhou, fell to his death in the 215-meter-deep “Fairy Cave” in Muzhuo Township, Zhenxiong County, Yunnan. Upon learning of the incident, the Guizhou Youth Volunteers Emergency Rescue Corps rushed to the scene to assist. After three days of searching, rescuers recovered the body...
In 2012, the China Sea Fishing Community website joined forces with the magazines "Fishing" and "Lure Fishing China" to create yet another stage for its numerous fishing enthusiasts to display their talents. Here, with just a flick of your fingers and a tap on your keyboard, every exciting freshwater or saltwater fishing adventure, every bit of insight you gain from fishing, could become...
Six years ago, to welcome the Beijing Olympics, he traveled across the country pulling an iron-canopied flatbed cart; after the Olympics concluded, he chose to keep "walking" in order to set a Guinness World Record for hiking across China. On the evening of the 25th, this Hebei native, hailed by media nationwide as the Olympic "cart king" or "cart hero," Chen You, arrived in Zhangpu County. 2...
CARAVA (Kaerwo) ― China’s top-tier professional outdoor apparel brand, specializing in the R&D of high-tech and innovative outdoor clothing. Its meticulously crafted, thoughtfully designed, and premium-selected materials, combined with responsive market insights, have earned deep acclaim among outdoor enthusiasts. ...
With the rapid development of the domestic power bank market, a wide variety of power bank products have sprung up like mushrooms. For business professionals and travelers who value style and individuality, how can you choose the right power bank for yourself? It’s not difficult. Recently, an authorized manufacturer of Apple Inc....