Classic Itineraries
Development Opportunities in the Online Travel Service Industry and Market Trends of Traditional Tourism
――2014 Tourism Innovation and Development Conference Held in Hangzhou Distinguished colleagues from the tourism industry, dear media friends: Good morning. Two months ago, I received an invitation from Comrade Li Hong, Director of the Hangzhou Tourism Commission, asking me to deliver a keynote speech at today’s conference. I readily agreed at the time—not only because he is my good friend, nor simply because his and his team’s highly efficient and outstanding work have made Hangzhou’s tourism an innovative model in the international industry, but also because this topic holds significant theoretical value and practical importance. In today’s era of mass, everyday, and independent travel, where the internet, mobile communication, and youth-driven entrepreneurship and innovation are causing traditional business models increasing anxiety, I stand here among my comrades and friends, filled with emotion.
Yiju Wellness Valley Gathers in Tonglu & Groundbreaking Ceremony of Yiju Wellness Valley
Hangzhou, November 24, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Yiju Wellness Valley advocates a lifestyle that embraces health, wellness, and a return to nature. On November 28, the official groundbreaking of Yiju Wellness Valley will take place, and it will make its debut during the series of events at the 2nd China Traditional Chinese Medicine Tourism & Wellness Festival. While collaborating with the government to promote the development of the health industry in Tonglu...
Subaru's "31 Forests Star Journey" Yinchuan Stop Concludes
On October 18, the second season of the "31 Forests Star Journey," organized by Outdoor Exploration Magazine, successfully kicked off in Yinchuan. With 60 guests, a 200-kilometer journey, and 100% joyful spirits, the event took participants from the bustling urban area of Yinchuan to the scenic Yanchi Habahu Nature Scenic Area. The Ningxia Habahu National Nature Reserve is a wetland ecosystem-type nature reserve...
Air China and Air New Zealand Form Strategic Alliance
To Further Develop the China-New Zealand Air Travel Market Beijing, November 21, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Air China (hereinafter referred to as Air China) and Air New Zealand jointly signed a Letter of Intent in Auckland to...
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide continues to advance its asset-light strategy
Sheraton Grand Sydney Hyde Park Successfully Sold
The Chengdu Diaoyutai Boutique Hotel under Diaoyutai MGM is set to grandly open
- Hosting distinguished guests of the nation, enjoying the charm of Kuanzhai – Chengdu, November 21, 2014 / PRNewswire -- Diaoyutai MGM Hospitality, a joint venture between Diaoyutai State Guesthouse and MGM Resorts International, enters Chengdu with its first “Diaoyutai” branded hotel...
2015 Must-Do Experience: Discover China’s Only Jungle-Themed Amusement Park
2015 will be a breakout year for large-scale theme parks in China. With the opening of numerous parks, including Shanghai Disneyland, the competition is fierce and colorful. Among them, the Xishuangbanna Wanda Theme Park stands out as China’s only jungle-themed amusement park, attracting special attention. 2015 is giving...
The Landmark presents a stylish Parisian Christmas experience
As leaves fall and migratory birds head south, winter draws ever closer. Facing the chilly and biting weather, most people feel quite down. Where can you go to shake off the gloom brought by the cold air? Reporters found the answer from outdoor enthusiasts. Recently, an expedition team composed of dozens of outdoor adventurers appeared at Taiji Lake...
Dorsett Hospitality International Enters London
On November 21, 2014, Tujia.com Network Technology (Beijing) Co., Ltd. announced that it had been awarded the 2014 "Red Herring Global 100". This award recognizes the most visionary and influential technology companies and entrepreneurs globally for the year, bringing them to the world stage. The winning companies were selected by Red Herring (the R...
Woman fractures leg in ski collision, sues and wins 150,000 RMB in compensation
Video screenshot. Video screenshot. [Global Times comprehensive report] According to the US "New York Daily News" reported on November 19, 2013, the giant panda "Da Mao," who flew from Chengdu to Canada that year to settle down, has adapted well to the new environment over the past year. Recently, staff at the Toronto Zoo released a video of "Da Mao"...
Experts from the International Biathlon Union satisfied with Beijing’s Winter Olympics venue selection
On the 19th, Chongli in Zhangjiakou, Hebei Province — which is jointly bidding with Beijing to host the 2022 Winter Olympics — welcomed experts from the International Biathlon Union with a timely snowfall as they arrived to inspect the proposed site. After completing their survey in the snow, the experts concluded that the location fully meets the requirements for constructing relevant venues and facilities to host the biathlon events of the Winter Olympics. The International...
Honeywell collaborates with Hughes to provide Myanmar airports with satellite navigation-based technology solutions ...
On November 16, 2014, a cycling event titled “Discover Fresh ‘Riding’ Tracks” was held in Beijing, organized by the “Ken Cycling” bicycle club. The event received strong support from the American professional respiratory protection product “FreshBreath” nasal filter. On that day, hundreds of cyclists set off from Beijing Chaoyang Joy City and rode for nearly four hours...
The Zhuhai Airshow marks the conclusion of another year of comprehensive Czech aviation solutions promotion in China...
Beijing, Nov. 25, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- From November 11 to 16, 2014, several Czech airlines once again gathered in Zhuhai. Of the seven participating companies, most are part of a comprehensive solution tailored by the Czech Republic for the development of general aviation in China. This project is called Czech General Aviation: A Comprehensive Solution for China.
Travel with experts and explore Taiji Lake to witness the source of the South River
As leaves fall and migratory birds head south, winter is drawing nearer. Faced with the chilly and biting weather, most people feel frustrated. Where can you go to shake off the gloom brought by the cold? The reporter found the answer from outdoor enthusiasts. Recently, an expedition team composed of dozens of outdoor adventurers appeared at Taiji Lake...
“Walk into Tongzhou, Gather at the Canal” – 2014 Beijing Hiking Friends Carnival Opens Registration
This event is guided by the Communist Youth League Beijing Municipal Committee, the Beijing Municipal Commission of Tourism Development, and the Beijing Sports Federation, and is hosted by the People’s Government of Tongzhou District and the Beijing Hiking Association. It is organized by the Tongzhou District Sports Bureau, the Tongzhou District Tourism Development Commission, the Tongzhou District Gardening and Greening Bureau, Beijing Xincheng Jiye Investment Development Co., Ltd., the Tongzhou...
Peking University Mountaineering Association 2014 "Dreaming Back to Nuobu — 'Epic of Guoluo'" Scientific Expedition Report Meeting
Peking University Mountaineering Association 2014 "Dreaming Back to Nuobu — 'Epic of Guoluo'" Scientific Expedition Report Meeting On November 21, the 2014 Camel Scientific Expedition Team of Peking University Mountaineering Association successfully held its “Dreaming Back to Nuobu — 'Epic of Guoluo'” Scientific Expedition Report Meeting in Room 206 of the Science Teaching Building at Peking University.
Tujia.com Wins 2014 Red Herring Global 100 Award
On November 21, 2014, Tujia.com Network Technology (Beijing) Co., Ltd. announced that it had been awarded the 2014 “Red Herring Global 100.” This award recognizes the most forward-thinking and influential technology companies and entrepreneurs globally for the year, bringing them to the world stage. The winning companies are carefully selected from over 1,000 nominees across more than 50 countries by the editorial team of Red Herring magazine...
Canadian panda 'Dashan' has fun skiing, its adorable antics are irresistibly cute
Video screenshot. Video screenshot. [Global Times Comprehensive Report] According to the US "New York Daily News" reported on November 19, the Chinese giant panda "Dashan," who flew from Chengdu to Canada in 2013 to settle down, has adapted very well to its new environment over the past year. Recently, staff at the Toronto Zoo released a video of "Dashan"...
“FreshBreath” Supports Safe Cycling in Beijing
On November 16, 2014, to discover fresh “cycling” trails, a cycling event organized by the “KenRide” Bicycle Club was held in Beijing. This cycling activity received strong support from the professional American respiratory protection product “FreshBreath” Nasal Filter Pads. On that day, hundreds of cyclists spent nearly four hours starting from Beijing Chaoyang Joy City...
Ctrip: 84% of the domestic business travel market remains untapped
Shanghai, Nov. 24, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Business travel management has a history of over a century in developed countries, but Chinese enterprises only became acquainted with the concept after 2000. In 2003, Ctrip developed a business travel management system, but market awareness of such products was extremely low, let alone demand. As a result, the project...