Classic Itineraries
What are the best months to visit Tibet?
The most frequently asked question: When is the best time to go to Tibet? The most common online answer is June to October, but my answer is: it depends on the individual and varies based on different purposes. For cyclists planning to enter Tibet, choosing the right season for cycling is also essential. Here are some factors:...
Twenty Rules for Hiking Outdoors
1. Always walk at your own pace: Don't overexert yourself by pushing too hard, as this will drain your energy quickly and result in the opposite of what you want — achieving less by trying to go faster. If hiking with a group, it’s best to find a companion who walks at a similar speed.
Travel methods should better respect people’s intrinsic desire to explore.
The arrival of more large cruise ships reflects the rapid increase in the number of Chinese people taking cruise vacations. More people are getting into RV travel, but most RV campsites still lack comprehensive services. Looking back at the soon-to-end year of 2012, Chinese people continue to innovate in their travel methods. Where else can we go? How else can we travel? These questions have never...
CALL FOR CLIMBERS――SALEWA ROCKSHOW 2013 Jinyuan Stop Concludes Successfully
On May 4th, with the exciting first ascents by 9-year-old Zhang Yueting, the difficulty and speed champion of the National Youth Climbing Championships from Shenzhen, and Lili, the bouldering champion of the Yangshuo International Climbing Festival and the Pioneer Challenge of Wilderness Survival, the climbing wall at SALEWA ROCKSHOW 2013’s first stop in Beijing’s Jinyuan Yansha Mall was once again...
Beijing holds cycling fitness event to promote green travel
Recently, the Cycling Club of the Beijing Vanguard Sports Association held its third cycling fitness event at the Olympic Water Park, alongside a traffic safety awareness campaign initiated and promoted by the Municipal Public Security Bureau’s Traffic Management Bureau. Fu Zhenghua, member of the Standing Committee of the Municipal Party Committee and Director of the Municipal Public Security Bureau, attended the event. Police officers from the Traffic Management Bureau expressed the determination of traffic police...
Scenic Spot Ticket Price Survey: A Family of Three Spends 2,500 Yuan on Entrance Fees
On May 1st, a large number of tourists were walking on the Eighteen Bends trail of Mount Tai. Originally free, the ancient city of Fenghuang began charging an entrance fee of 148 yuan starting April 10th this year, sparking considerable controversy and drawing public attention to domestic scenic spot ticket prices. During the recent "May Day" holiday, although the National Development and Reform Commission announced that over 1,200 domestic scenic spots were offering discounts, reporters found that some reduced-price spots had previously raised their prices and then lowered them again, resulting in little to no actual change—or even higher prices. Additionally, the comparison revealed an unusual trend where ticket prices in other provinces and cities are generally higher than in Beijing, and domestic prices are higher than international ones. Industry experts say the main reason for this is differing management approaches—some local governments treat scenic spots as sources of tax revenue, which is the opposite of how Beijing and other international regions use tax revenues to support scenic areas.
Two-Day "Five Terraces" Hike: Beihang Lingfeng Mountaineering Team on the Road During Labor Day
Beihang Lingfeng Society, as the top-ranked among the top ten student societies at Beihang University, has a history of over a decade since its establishment and is known as a "thousand-member society." The society is dedicated to organizing a series of outdoor activities such as rock climbing, mountaineering, and scientific expeditions. With its well-developed management system and unparalleled vitality...
Stunning technology: The rugged NOTE "Yunhuo J4" is set to make its debut
We’re excited to introduce yet another groundbreaking product that’s set to redefine the mobile industry. It’s the world’s first four-proof NOTE, launching in Beijing on May 15th. This bold cross-category “electronic marvel” bridges the gap between tablets and smartphones, uniquely blending “luxury and style” with “rugged four-proof protection.” Its exquisite craftsmanship exudes an irresistible charm. Tech enthusiasts, get ready—let’s dive into this innovative and stylish gadget together.
Get Close to Nature: Shaanxi Hikers Must Prepare Seriously for Mountain Microclimates
Team members who saw them off signed the team flag as a keepsake. Photo by Chen Shumei. On the morning of the 8th, at the entrance of the Chengde Grand Theater in Hebei Province, three cycling enthusiasts who had already entered their sixties were all set to go, preparing to begin their journey to Xinjiang. "I have completed cycling trips across 22 provinces in China, and my dream is to travel all over the country. ...
The 2014 Spring/Summer Order Fair of the CORA Outdoor Products Retail Industry Chamber of Commerce will be held in Beijing.
These two friends are cycling across Europe, departing on June 11 and returning on September 6. Wang Yanxiao, 66, online alias "Kouxian Duxiao," is a retired employee and senior engineer from the Zhengzhou Railway Bureau Research Institute, currently serving as a director of the Zhengzhou Senior Citizens Cycling Association. In 2010, he and his friends Dong Haogao and Gao Yuting cycled to Russia...
Is travel social networking the next big social trend?
Facebook’s growth has slowed, Renren is struggling to find its way out of the campus bubble, and as for Sina Weibo, it seems to have never quite figured out whether it wants to be a media platform or a social network. Social platforms keep expanding, but bigger doesn’t mean invincible—in fact, they’re looking increasingly shaky. The May Day Golden Week has just passed, and travel...
Dreaming of Tibet: Three Travelers Take on the Ultimate Challenge of the "Golden Route"
Traveling to Tibet is a dream for many, and returning to Tibet is the wish of even more. Many visitors hope to explore Tibet in depth, so they’re all looking for a freer way to experience this stunning landscape. For those with a sense of adventure, why not skip the train or bus within Tibet, and instead hit the road with like-minded friends—driving an off-road vehicle, pedaling a mountain bike, or even trekking along an exciting route—to take on the ultimate challenge of the "Golden Route," which best reflects the local culture and way of life.
Beijing successfully bids to become an International Hiking City
On May 8, 2013, at the International Matching League (International Hiking Alliance) conference held in Chantonnay, France, representatives of the member countries of the International Hiking Alliance voted to approve Beijing’s application to become an International Hiking City. Beijing has succeeded in its bid to become an International Hiking City. The international hiking movement originated...
Outdoor sports such as rock climbing and bouldering are gradually taking root in Kunming.
New Urban Life in Kunming There are probably two pages' worth of reasons to love Kunming, and that list would only grow the more we explore this city. As Kunming becomes more open and its economy and society continue to develop, the cultural life of its residents has become richer and more diverse. Niche outdoor activities such as rock climbing, bouldering...
Heilongjiang's first self-drive tour campsite to be established in Suifenhe
On the 8th, reporters learned from the Publicity Department of the Suifenhe Municipal Committee that Heilongjiang’s first self-drive tour campsite on the China-Russia border — the Suifenhe China-Russia Self-Drive Tour Campsite — will be completed this July. Suifenhe is a port city located on the China-Russia border, where millions of tourists from both China and Russia come each year for leisure and vacation...
The toll period may be extended due to free policies
The Ministry of Transport has solicited public opinions on the "Amendment Draft of the Regulations on the Administration of Toll Roads." The draft proposes that if national free policies affect the legitimate earnings of operators, compensation may be provided through methods such as appropriately extending the toll period. According to the introduction, in order to strengthen and standardize...
Three senior citizens in their 60s from Chengde, Hebei, cycle to Xinjiang
Team members who came to see them off signed the team flag as a keepsake. Photo by Chen Shumei. On the morning of the 8th, at the entrance of the Chengde Grand Theater in Hebei, three senior cycling enthusiasts, now in their sixties, were all set to depart on their journey to Xinjiang. "I've completed cycling trips to 22 provinces across China, and my dream is to travel all over the country..."
Jiangsu temporarily rules out canceling the school 1,000-meter run
The Key Laboratory of Adolescent Health Assessment and Exercise Intervention under the Ministry of Education recently stated that the 800-meter and 1,000-meter runs do not accurately measure students' cardiopulmonary function, and the 20-meter shuttle run is expected to replace the long-standing 800-meter and 1,000-meter runs in schools. This news has caused quite a stir. Yesterday, reporters from Jiangsu Province...
Land search and rescue work in Xinjiang has a long way to go.
In recent years, China has built only eight national land search and rescue bases, one of which is in Urumqi. Last October, the construction of Xinjiang’s second land search and rescue base began in Karamay, marking a further strengthening of the region’s land rescue capabilities. At the same time, the number of land search and rescue teams in Xinjiang continues to grow, with an increasing number of civilian volunteers participating in...
Last year, retail sales of outdoor gear in China reached 14.5 billion yuan.
According to an Economic Voice report on "Trading Reality," Han Yungang, vice president of the Outdoor Products Branch of the China Textile Commerce Association, appeared on the program to comment on the development trends of China's outdoor products market. Outdoor products include outdoor backpacks, outdoor shoes, outdoor clothing, as well as apparel accessories, camping equipment, specialized...