Classic Itineraries
Top seeds for the Sochi Winter Olympics gather at the Bird’s Nest as the Air & Style snowboarding competition kicks off
Air & Style Beijing 2013: With the Sochi Winter Olympics just around the corner, top snowboarding seeds gather in Beijing to compete in the Air & Style snowboarding event as part of their Olympic preparation: Kadono, Sandbech, Badertscher, Willett, Piiroinen, Kotsenburg, Helgason Innsbruck / Beijing, November 25, 2013 The world’s...
A post-90s Sichuan girl rides a motorcycle 30,000 km across Asia
Person Profile Name: Lian Mingqiao Gender: Female Age: 23 Occupation: Freelance photographer Resume: Started school at age 3, university at 15, moved to Beijing at 20 Motto: Youth is not spent in the passenger seat of a man’s car Riding a motorcycle from China to Turkey along highways for 30,747 km—this is the remarkable feat accomplished by Lian Mingqiao, a post-90s Sichuan girl, at the age of 23. Setting off from Chengdu on July 3 this year, her youthful wheels rolled through Mongolia, Russia, Finland, Norway, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Germany, the Netherlands, Austria, Switzerland, Italy, Greece, and finally arrived in Turkey—where the motorcycle that accompanied her through the arduous journey has been permanently collected by the Rahmi M. Koç Museum of Vehicles in Istanbul, Turkey. “Saying ‘I want to go’ six months ago was a promise; saying ‘I made it’ six months later is fulfilling that promise. Words must lead to action, and all that remains is silence,” said Lian Mingqiao.
Top 5 Classic Winter Outdoor Activities – Which One Is Your Favorite?
In winter, the cold drives many people to stay indoors. Little do they know that winter is actually a great time for outdoor activities. Not only can it enhance the body’s cold resistance and boost the immune system, but it also helps eliminate fatigue caused by prolonged mental work, improves memory, and thereby enhances work and study efficiency. So, what outdoor activities are suitable for winter...
A post-90s young man cycled 3,800 kilometers in 36 days to Heilongjiang
Nearly at the end of the ride, he could already feel the change of seasons. "Riding a bicycle on the road is like putting your body through hell while your soul ascends to heaven. Only those who have experienced it can understand that irresistible charm. Every rider on the road is their own hero," said Li Jian. The 24-year-old from Changzhou...
A blizzard may lead to earlier ski season openings at Harbin’s resorts
Xinhua News Agency, Harbin, Nov. 20 (Reporter Liu Jingyang) — While recent heavy snowfall has caused considerable inconvenience to urban life in Harbin, local ski resorts are quietly rejoicing. Thanks to this once-in-over-50-years snowstorm, they can not only save a significant amount on artificial snow-making costs but also look forward to opening their slopes earlier. The Yabuli Yawanshi Ski Resort...
2014 China (Hainan) International RV Leisure Tourism Expo
Meet you at the Grand Tree Mansion of Sanya Beautiful Crown — organized by Beijing Haobohui Exhibition Service Co., Ltd., supported by the Hainan Provincial Tourism Development Commission, the Self-driving Tour and Camping RV Branch of the China Tourism Automobile and Yacht Association, the Automobile Camping Branch of the Federation of Automobile Sports of China, and strategically partnered with the Grand Tree Mansion of Sanya Beautiful Crown...
Public bicycles launched in Lhasa, Tibet to promote green travel
On November 28, mainland tourist Wang Yi rides a public bicycle past the Potala Palace. Currently, Lhasa has set up public bicycle rental stations at fifteen locations including the Potala Palace, with a total of 242 public bicycles made available, which have been well received by both residents and tourists. In the future, Lhasa plans to continue increasing the number of public bicycle rental stations and...
A Russian toilet built on a 3,000-meter cliff is hailed as 'the ultimate'
A Russian toilet built on a 3,000-meter cliff is hailed as 'the ultimate'. Recently, in a public poll for the 'world’s most ultimate toilet' initiated by Russia's Interfax News Agency, the toilet perched on a 2,600-meter-high cliff in the Altai Mountains of Siberia claimed this 'crown'. According to the UK's Daily Mail on November 26, this precarious toilet has attracted many brave souls or those heartbroken adventurers with its thrilling location.
A young man rides a bicycle to woo his bride, sweating but showered in happiness.
The photo shows Jin Feibao introducing the extreme marathon event to the media. Photo by Liu Ranyang. China News Service, Kunming, Nov. 27 (Reporter Shi Guanlin) — Jin Feibao, a renowned explorer from Yunnan, announced in Kunming on the 27th that he will run seven continents’ extreme marathons over the next two years to showcase the spirit of “Colorful Yunnan · Fitness for All” to the world. ...
Night runners are becoming a trend, but doctors warn to beware of rhabdomyolysis
On the morning of November 24, 2013, the award ceremony of the 4th Huatong Cup "Green Beijing" Photography Competition, jointly initiated by Huatong Thermal Power and the Beijing Energy Conservation and Environmental Protection Promotion Association, and organized by China's leading photography portal Honeybee Photography (蜂鸟网), was grandly held at the Free Space Gallery in the 22nd Art District. The award ceremony took place in the 22nd Art District...
"Gangnam Style" in Nanjing: Senior Promotes Eco-Friendly Living Through Bicycle Tour
The "bird costume" handmade by seniors Photo by Zhang Nan A striking "bird costume" and exaggerated poses. Yesterday at Xuanwu Lake Park, 68-year-old Cao Lian'an, a silver-haired Nanjing resident, promoted his ideas about green transportation to locals. Admirably, a year ago, Mr. Cao set off on a bicycle from Nanjing...
Yunnan Explorers to Tackle Extreme Marathons on All Seven Continents
The photo shows Jin Feibao introducing the extreme marathon event to the media. Photo by Liu Ranyang. China News Service, Kunming, Nov. 27 (Reporter Shi Guanlin) — Jin Feibao, a renowned explorer from Yunnan, announced in Kunming on the 27th that he will run extreme marathons on all seven continents over the next two years, showcasing the spirit of “Colorful Yunnan · Fitness for All” to the world....
23% of self-driving travelers to Nyingchi from Yunnan; flying to the 'Snowland Jiangnan' may be possible next year
The movie "Kora" has attracted many cycling enthusiasts to the Sichuan-Tibet Highway, and has also brought an increasing number of visitors to a place called Nyingchi. Yesterday, the tourism department of Nyingchi Prefecture in Tibet came to Kunming to promote its unique tourism resources with the latest travel information and incentive policies. It was announced at the meeting that a flight route from Guangzhou–Kunming–Nyingchi is expected to open next March; on land, upgrades to new routes are expected to significantly shorten the driving time from Kunming to Nyingchi.
Chongqing 26-Year-Old Spends 2 Years Backpacking Across Most of China with Just ¥1,000
Gao Xiaoding, a 26-year-old from Nan’an District in Chongqing, didn’t attend numerous job fairs or mass-send résumés online after graduating from university. Instead, starting in February 2011, he hit the road with a backpack, hitchhiking and walking across the country. With just ¥1,000 to his name, he spent nearly two years traveling through most of China. ...
The National Outdoor Sports Clubs Annual Conference will be held on December 11 in Zhangjiajie, Hunan.
To all national mountaineering and outdoor sports clubs and related industry institutions: In order to implement the work principles of "service, guidance, and regulation," promote the healthy and sustainable development of China's mountain and outdoor sports, and enhance extensive and in-depth exchanges among national mountaineering and outdoor sports clubs, the Chinese Mountaineering Association has decided to hold the...
Outdoor adventures are commendable, but safety must always come first.
Fifty-eight Guangzhou-Foshan Q-group hikers gathered to climb Zhaomu Mountain for fitness. Hiker Mr. Dai experienced dizziness and physical discomfort while descending and was unable to continue walking, becoming stranded along with five others. Fellow hikers immediately dialed 110 for help. At 4:40 PM on the 24th, the command center of Gaoming Public Security Bureau received the alert and promptly contacted Yanghe Police Station before...
Marathon fever rises in China, registration by lottery expected in two years
According to a report by China Economic Net's "Business World" program, the 2013 Guangzhou Marathon concluded yesterday, with over 20,000 participants. Both public attention and participant enthusiasm were higher than last year. In fact, not just Guangzhou—many cities across China are showing growing interest in marathon events. The Chinese Athletics...
The award ceremony of the 4th Huatong Cup "Green Beijing" Photography Competition came to a close
On the morning of November 24, 2013, the award ceremony of the 4th Huatong Cup "Green Beijing" Photography Competition, jointly initiated by Huatong Thermal Energy and the Beijing Energy Conservation and Environmental Protection Promotion Association, and organized by China's leading photography portal Honeyview, was grandly held at the Free Space Gallery in the 22nd Art District.
Man’s World Hiking Gear Stolen, Companion Quits While He Presses On Alone
On November 18, Ke Shichang and Zhai Xinjun arrived in Lanzhou, their 26th city on a three-year journey to hike around the world. However, when the two stopped at a small hotel near Baita Mountain Park on November 21, their cameras, down jackets, and mobile phones were stolen. On November 22, our newspaper reported the incident under the headline “‘Hiking the World’ Reaches Lanzhou, Thieves Strike at Hotel.”
Zheng Jianwei, the world's No. 1 long-distance walker, covered 190,000 km in 14.5 years
Zheng Jianwei looks older than his actual age. Next, he plans to walk to Lushun and Dandong, then head north to Jilin and Heilongjiang. "My goal is to visit every town and city across China before I turn 65, collect revolutionary relics, and eventually open a memorial museum." These words come from an elderly man with white hair and a weathered, dark face...