Classic Itineraries
Golden October: Admire the Enchanting Autumn Charm in Yeliguan
As the National Day holiday comes to an end, tourist destinations across the country are once again experiencing a peak return flow of visitors. Although our long break has concluded, many more scenic areas are now entering their best viewing seasons, and Gansu Province’s Yeliguan Scenic Area is one of them. “Thirty miles of calm lake, where travelers are moved by autumn’s touch.” This is a line from a Yuan Dynasty poet describing the colors of autumn...
Han Han "Plays Across Mediums" – Camel Sends Birthday Wishes to the Star
In the first half of 2013, the renowned writer and race car driver Han Han made a high-profile endorsement for CAMEL Camel Outdoor, then went relatively quiet for a while. But since August, Han Han seems to have reclaimed that bold, unconventional persona. Not only has he been sharing humorous and quirky posts on his personal Weibo, his sharp remarks have led many fans online...
The Tour of Beijing has entered its third year, and the high level of participation is encouraging.
The 2013 third edition of the Tour of Beijing International Professional Cycling Race will kick off in Beijing on October 11. Rumpf, the head of the global cycling promotion project, said the high attention and public participation the race has received over the past three years are encouraging. According to a survey by IFM Group, the 2012 Tour of Beijing was one of the most-watched events in the Union Cycliste Internationale's World Tour...
Twelve Years of Wild Speed: The Camel-Like Perseverance of Shanghai Volkswagen 333 Racing Team
A cycling enthusiast takes a photo in front of a Tour de France champion road bike. China News Service, Nanjing, October 11 (Qi Shuyi) — With its perfectly crafted frame, top-tier performance, mechanical and electronic shifting... The Tour de France racing bikes displayed at the 3rd Asian Cycling Expo were priced as high as 158,000 yuan, leaving cycling enthusiasts exclaiming "holy..."
Taiwanese Uncle Rides Motorcycle Across Mainland China, Says It’s a Life Well Lived
“Catcher” Uncle Fan and His Beloved Honda CB-1100. On “MotorFans,” a popular online hub for motorcycle enthusiasts, an active member from Taiwan goes by the handle “Catcher.” Through the internet, he has made friends with many mainland Chinese bikers. “Catcher,” a retiree from Kaohsiung, Taiwan, is a 61-year-old former civil servant surnamed Fan...
Silver-Haired Cyclists Ride Across Taiwan on Chongyang Festival to Cheer for Nanjing Youth Olympics
The Nanjing Silver Riders team preparing to depart, with an average age of 65. 75-year-old Jin Zhengnian is confident in his physical strength. China News Service, Nanjing, October 11 (Tian Wen) — Cycling across Taiwan, connecting both sides of the strait. On the 11th, 24 silver-haired seniors from Nanjing set off for Taiwan to fulfill their long-cherished dream of biking around the island, celebrating the Chongyang Festival in their favorite way...
Man attempts to retrace Silk Road, arrives in Xi'an after 5 months of hiking
Next Stop Self-Guided Travel Network News: There are many uninhabited islands around Xiamen Island. Starting from June 2014, the renovation project to open the Gaoji Seawall will be completed, removing barriers to traveling around the Xiamen sea area. Coupled with the improvement of island transportation and other infrastructure, residents will be able to enjoy inter-island tours next year. "Inter-island tours" refer to connecting several islands...
Orvida Tribe creates China’s first batch of flying towns
Flying is no longer just the job of pilots, but an aerial way of life. On September 25, the 15th Beijing International Aviation Exhibition grandly opened at the Beijing National Convention Center, attracting exhibitors and aviation enthusiasts from around the globe. At this world-class aviation event, Orvida Tribe was the only exhibitor promoting the concept of...
Black Diamond and Gore collaborate to launch 2014 fall new products
This award marks the second time in the past year and a half that outdoorresearch has received the OUTSIDE Magazine Outdoor Gear Award. OutdoorResearch, Seattle, Washington. (September 23, 2013) — In the newly published "2013 Gear of the Year" issue by Outside magazine, outdoorResearch's Ha...
The Asian Cycling Exhibition showcases a high-end Tour de France racing bike priced at nearly 160,000 RMB
A cycling enthusiast takes a photo in front of a Tour de France champion road bike. China News Service, Nanjing, October 11 (Qi Shuyi) — With a perfectly engineered frame, top-tier performance, mechanical and electronic shifting... The Tour de France racing bike displayed at the 3rd Asian Cycling Exhibition is priced at an astonishing 158,000 RMB, leaving cycling enthusiasts exclaiming they simply "can't afford it"... Not only can they not afford the price, but they also can't resist the performance.
On the Double Ninth Festival, seniors aged 60 and above in Qingdao can visit Mount Lao for free
On the ninth day of the ninth lunar month, the Mount Lao Scenic Area will offer free admission to seniors aged 60 and above, and one accompanying family member hiking with the elderly that day can enjoy a 50% discount. On the 10th, reporters learned from the Mount Lao Scenic Area Management Bureau that on the Double Ninth Festival, seniors aged 60 and above can enjoy free admission to the Mount Lao scenic area by presenting valid identification...
The Mount Tai Scenic Area launches a Korea hiking route, approximately 16 kilometers long
On the 10th, the "Korea Hiking Route" of Mount Tai, known as the "Mountain of Answered Prayers," was launched. A group of over 200 hiking enthusiasts from across South Korea, forming the inaugural tour group, experienced this newly developed "Korea Hiking Route." This route is a carefully crafted tourism product introduced by the Shandong Provincial Tourism Bureau and the Mount Tai Scenic Area in response to visitor demand, stretching approximately 16 kilometers.
International bicycle brands are flocking to China's sports market
On October 10, at the 2013 Asia Bike Show in Nanjing, Knut Jaeger, consultant for the bike show, said that four or five years ago, China’s sports bicycle market was still a “toddler.” But now, more and more Chinese people are becoming aware of environmental and health issues, and bicycles have gradually transformed from mere transportation tools into...
Xiamen to open nearby uninhabited islands; residents can enjoy island-hopping tours starting next year
Next Stop Self-Guided Travel Network News: There are many uninhabited islands around Xiamen Island. Starting June 2014, the renovation project to open the Gaoji Sea Dike will be completed, removing barriers to sailing around Xiamen’s waters. Coupled with improved infrastructure such as island transportation, residents will be able to enjoy island-hopping tours next year. “Island-hopping tour” refers to...
The Men’s Halogen Insulated Jacket by Outdoor Research Wins OUTSIDE Magazine’s Annual Gear of the Year Award
This award marks Outdoor Research’s second OUTSIDE Magazine Outdoor Gear of the Year win in the past year and a half. Outdoor Research, Seattle, Washington. (September 23, 2013) — In the just-released “2013 Gear of the Year” issue from Outside magazine, Outdoor Research’s Ha...
Wingsuit flyer's friend withdraws from test flight, route readjusted
"Wingsuit flyer" fatal accident follow-up report On October 8, Hungarian "wingsuit flyer" Viktor Kovats tragically died during a test flight, casting a shadow over the 2nd Wingsuit Flying World Championship held at Tianmen Mountain in Zhangjiajie, Hunan. The organizing committee announced yesterday that the competition will continue, but the schedule and flight routes...
Cycling on the Xilingol Grassland
I’m still a novice when it comes to cycling, and of course, our group is made up of amateurs too. But what’s fun is that we all love this kind of outdoor activity. Even though sometimes our gear isn’t complete and our clothing isn’t professional, we always manage to boldly set out on every trip.
A 60-something elderly couple backpacks across 10 countries, writing a 300,000-word travel guide
The dashing 71-year-old cyclist Lü Xuzhe, who has ridden 3,500 kilometers. On the Double Ninth Festival, drink chrysanthemum wine, as people and chrysanthemums alike get tipsy. With the annual Double Ninth Festival arriving, good news comes from Qinyang City, Henan. On October 9, after 22 days and 3,500 kilometers of cycling, 71-year-old Lü Xuzhe from Qinyang City rode his bicycle from H...
The Beijing Marathon kicks off this Sunday with traffic restrictions in multiple areas during specified time periods
CHINA NEWS SERVICE, Longyan, Oct. 14 (Chen Danni, Qiu Yuxiang, Zhou Yangdong) — Two elderly individuals, aiming to pray for blessings on the Double Ninth Festival, unfortunately got lost and fell into a deep ditch while hiking. They were trapped for over 20 hours. The Longyan Fire Department reported on the 14th that after nearly six hours of rescue efforts by the Wuping Fire Brigade and local police, the two seniors were successfully...
The landmark third edition of the Asia Bike Show has successfully concluded
The third edition of the Asia Bike Show wrapped up successfully in Nanjing on October 13. In the previous two years, the Asia Bike Show was held at the end of July concurrently with the Asia Outdoor Show. “It has now become a reality for the Asia Bike Show to be held independently in October,” said Mr. Jaeger, consultant of the Asia Bike Show. The 2013 Asia Bike Show took place from October 10 to 13...