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Netizens call for civilized travel: Don’t turn scenic spots into garbage dumps
The Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays are approaching in 2013, and many people have already eagerly started planning trips for themselves and their families and friends. With the Mid-Autumn Festival right before National Day, some netizens have even figured out an impressive leave strategy—taking 11 days off to enjoy a 24-day break. The high anticipation for the Mid-Autumn and National Day holidays is evident. Explore Yunnan Province’s first...
Tourism Law Enacted: Outbound Group Tour Prices Surge During National Day Holiday
Before venturing into the “life-and-death line” of the Ao-Tai Mountains in Shaanxi, knowing the trip was dangerous, I deliberately bought insurance and gave the policy to a colleague, instructing them to contact my wife for funeral arrangements if I didn’t return in 20 days. Meanwhile, I borrowed 3,500 yuan from my wife and kids without telling them, and placed the IOU in my “will,” telling my wife that if I didn’t come back, she must repay the debt...
Press conference for the 4th China Chongqing International Leisure Industry Expo and Chongqing International Yacht Show ...
August 29, 2013 Location: Press Conference Center of the Chongqing Municipal People’s Government The 4th Leisure Expo features six exhibition zones, presenting a complete leisure industry chain. On September 18, the 4th Leisure Expo will open in the mountain city with luxury yachts, recreational RVs, and more. At that time, the expo site will feature six exhibition zones with hundreds of exhibitors. What can visitors expect to see on-site? What will be available for the public to explore? Officials from the Municipal Commission of Commerce provided answers at the press conference.
The 2013 Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day Activities at the Xishuangbanna Tropical Rainforest National Park's "Wangtianshu" Scenic Area Kick Off on September 18
As the 2013 Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays approach, many people are already eager to plan trips for themselves and their families or friends. With the Mid-Autumn Festival right before the National Day, some netizens have even figured out an advanced leave strategy—requesting 11 days off to enjoy a continuous 24-day break—showcasing just how much everyone is looking forward to the holidays. Explore Yunnan Province’s first smart scenic area with key areas covered by WiFi, and experience the joy of sharing moments on social media. The Wangtianshu Scenic Area in the Xishuangbanna Tropical Rainforest National Park will launch a special themed event: “Celebrate Mid-Autumn, Honour National Day, Release Wangtianshu Seeds and Spread Hope; Add Us on WeChat, Post on Weibo, Share the Mystique of the Rainforest, and Win Prizes.” With a rich variety of activities, a lively and festive atmosphere, and exquisite holiday gifts, everyone is sure to leave with wonderful memories. (Author: Ziyubin, Wangtianshu Scenic Area)
Liaoning man buys insurance, leaves suicide note before 10-day traverse of deadly Aotai route
Before attempting the perilous Aotai “death route” in Shaanxi, he knowingly took on the risk, deliberately bought insurance and left the policy with a colleague, instructing them to contact his wife for funeral arrangements if he didn’t return in 20 days. At the same time, he secretly borrowed 3,500 yuan from his family without telling his wife and children, and placed the IOU along with his “suicide note,” telling his wife that if he didn’t come back, she must repay the debt...
The Travel Law Releases Its Influence Early, Post-National Day Outbound Tours See a General 30% Price Hike
“For our 14-day U.S. tour on October 4, our total price has gone up by about 3,000 yuan, with all optional and service fees included.” Interviews with multiple travel agencies yesterday revealed that the influence of the Travel Law, set to take effect on October 1, has been felt early, with outbound tour prices across Jiangsu Province seeing a widespread increase. The Nanjing Tourism Association...
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Xiaochen, an international kitesurfing instructor. Started getting into outdoor sports in 2006 and traveled around China as a backpacker. Loves cycling and hiking in the wild. Got into kitesurfing in 2008 and has been passionate about it ever since. Has been living a life centered around kitesurfing—competing and teaching in China during summer and Southeast Asia during winter. ........
The lack of management turns Beijing's bike lane barriers into mere decorations
At 54, with a high-paying banking job and a happy family. After his mother passed away, he gained a new perspective on life: cherish your health and chase your dreams while you’re still alive. He is Ke Shichang from Dalian. He has a dream—to chart a human-friendly hiking route around the world between 30 and 60 degrees north latitude. 2...
Volunteers collected 700 kilograms of trash at the Mount Muztagh Ata base camp
Recently, 40 volunteers from across Xinjiang traveled to the Mount Muztagh Ata base camp at an altitude of 4,500 meters to collect trash...
BIGPACK's new flagship store opens at Shanghai Longemont
On August 25, 2013, BIGPACK's new flagship store opened at Shanghai Longemont Changning Shopping Mall—not only showcasing BIGPACK’s brand-new image, but also introducing its latest 2013 product line. The new BIGPACK store officially launched on August 25, 2013. Located in Shanghai’s core commercial district...
200 Korean volunteers clean up trash in the Qinling Mountains
Duo Duo prepares with the coach before the flight Duo Duo Duo Duo with the coach during the flight On the first day of the Chinese New Year in 2012, a child ran barefoot in the snow in New York, USA; in July of the same year, he solo "played" with a sailboat at Jinniu Lake; in August, he joined an international OP-class sailing competition in Qingdao; at the end of September, he climbed Mount Fuji in Japan in 15 hours. On New Year's Day 2013, ...
Enjoying Freedom on the Edge — Kitesurfing Coach Deng Xiaocheng
Xiaochen, an international kitesurfing coach. Started getting involved in outdoor sports in 2006, traveling across China as a backpacker. Loves cycling and hiking to explore the wilderness. Got into kitesurfing in 2008 and has been passionate about it ever since. Has since lived a life centered around kitesurfing, teaching and competing in summer in China and in winter in Southeast Asia.
The Guizhou International Mountain Outdoor Sports Challenge will take place in September
Recently, Huichuan District of Zunyi City held a press conference for the 2013 "Lifan · Loushan Qigu Cup" 5th China Zunyi Loushanguan · Hailongtun International Mountain Outdoor Sports Challenge. This year’s challenge will be held from September 12 to September 13, with the theme “Challenge the Majestic Loushan Pass · Explore the Mysteries of the Ancient Fortress, Enrich Tourism Culture · Experience...”
The 2013 Banchi Peak Environmental Protection Action kicks off in Sichuan today
From September 2 to September 9, the "Mountain Guardians" 2013...
5-year-old boy pilots plane over Beijing Wildlife Park
Duo Duo prepares for the flight with his instructor Duo Duo Duo Duo during the flight On the first day of the Lunar New Year 2012, he ran barefoot in the snow in New York, USA; in July of the same year, he solo "played" with a sailboat at Jinniu Lake; in August, he joined the international OP-class sailing competition in Qingdao; by the end of September, he climbed Japan’s Mount Fuji in 15 hours. On New Year's Day 2013, ...
A young man from Henan hikes from Beijing to India to fulfill his dream
Did you have something you wanted to do when you were young but never got around to it? If so, why not go wild while you’re still young? Guo Lilong, born in 1989 in Hebi, Henan, went all out. He hiked all the way from Beijing to India, using his journey to show others that with a dream, you persevere;...
Discussing the application and release of pressure by shooting arrows on a slope
As shown in Figure 1, when a skier's two skis are perpendicular to the fall line, the skier applies and releases pressure on the outer ski (the downhill ski), similar to drawing and releasing a bow. Applying pressure = drawing the bow, releasing pressure = releasing the arrow. However, the bowstring is the ski, which is integrated with the arrow (the skier). When the arrow is released, the bowstring (ski) and the arrow (skier) are both...
Selection of Brave Warriors Pilgrims to Kawagarbo Begins – “Finding the Explorers Around Us” Ultimate Pilgrimage Launches
On August 30, an approximately eight-meter-high rock climbing wall was erected on the east plaza of Shenyang Tiexi Xinglong Department Store’s Dadong branch, attracting the attention of many local citizens. It is reported that this is the selection event site for the fourth stop of the brand-themed activity “Finding the Explorers Around Us” initiated by Toread –...
European KELLYS and Taiwanese STRIDA Enter the 2013 Asian Bicycle Exhibition
On August 4, 2013, the 2013 National Motorcycle Cross-Country Championship held a leg event in Damao Banner, Inner Mongolia. After fierce competition, Peng Tianwei, representing VAUDE (Wode) and KAILAS (Kailas), won third place in the race. It is reported that this was the second stop of the national motorcycle cross-country championship this year...