China Travel News

Want to explore the rivers, hills and dales of Taiwan s busiest city the clean green way? Michael Jen-Siu shows the way. Instead of squeezing into a packed subway between the iconic Taipei 101 tower...  Detail

Over 400 primary school students, teachers, composers, and performing artists gathered at Wudang Mountain last week for the Fourth China Children s Health and Arts Festival. Co-organized by China...  Detail

Xijiang s "drum people" say they march toward modernity to the rhythm of tradition. Most of the 6,000 residents of the world s largest Miao village in Guizhou province - known for the belief that...  Detail

Next time you are in Hong Kong, head out of town for the best bargains. Ride the MTR and explore shopping in the New Territories. It used to be a major excursion just going into the New Territories,...  Detail

Two years after the excitement of the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the spectacular venues that wowed the world have found new purpose and will cater to different audiences. Chaoyang Park underwent a...  Detail

Crocodiles, jellyfish and other perils of the deep are not part of the Qiandaohu experience, meaning you can add swimming in the Great Outdoors, in azure waters veiling buried archeological...  Detail

Unusual scents and beverages made from a secret recipe add spice to a top city spa, Huang Yuli finds Standing out among the office buildings and shopping centers of the central business district,...  Detail

The Qingdao International Marine Festival kicked off on July 24 at the Olympic Sailing Center with colorful activities that turned the coastal city into a sea of joy , said the event s organizer. ...  Detail

China International Travel Service Corp. rose to the highest in more than seven months in Shanghai trading after the government said it will give financial support to tourism companies. The stock...  Detail

Looking for a less crowded but still authentic water town? Then this is the place, Wu Yiyao reports. Water towns are popular destinations for anyone looking to get out of the crowded city, enjoy a...  Detail

Culinary ² was a great opportunity to bring together the chocolate adventure involved in the Shanghai World Expo. More than 50 chocolate makers were present at the Friday night. Some of them...  Detail

Shanghai summers can be brutal. With the humid air, high temperatures and the haze that lingers above the city, one wonders if fresh air can be found anywhere close to the bustling metropolis. For...  Detail

The Houston Rockets forward Trevor Ariza on Tuesday arrived in Wuhan, capital of central China Hubei province, for his seven-day philanthropic tour in China. Invited by the QSL Sports, the NBA star...  Detail

Since 0 am, March 26, 2010, Shanghai Airlines (Code FM) will have its counters transferred to Terminal 2 from Terminal 3. Passengers flying with Shanghai Airlines, please pay close attention to the...  Detail

They call Jinan the "City of Springs" because 645 of them pour into a moat surrounding the capital of Shandong province. Here you can take a boat trip to Daming Lake and on the way enjoy a number of...  Detail

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The travel industry is working to redefine itself as a key player in the American economy by showing how it helps companies improve profits, serves as a source of tax...  Detail

NEW YORK – In November, I'll be quitting my job and heading out on one of the last true adventures left on earth: Driving around the world. I'll spend about a year on the road, starting and...  Detail

Move over Palace Museum and Summer Palace, Bird's Nest and Water Cube are here. The two "modern wonders" pushed the historical landmarks to fourth and fifth spots in a poll on the must-see...  Detail

Northeast China's Jilin province has announced plans to focus on promoting its burgeoning tourism industry as one of its key economic drivers. As part of the initiative, a recent competition to...  Detail

While New Zealand poet Rewi Alley saw Fenghuang, an ancient town in western Hunan province, as the most beautiful city in China, 67-year-old ethnic Miao Chinese Dai Endou regards Fenghuang as the...  Detail

I can feel myself getting drunk after just two rounds of wine - a home-made specialty of the Dong minority - the pleasant sweetness of which masks a surprising strength. Indeed, few can keep a clear...  Detail

NEW YORK - Striving to attain that perfect life, work balance? You're not alone, but if you live in Chicago you're more unlikely to find it with residents of the Windy City the most stressed in the...  Detail

Whether you're going on a casual group ride or joining a challenging pace-line, that will push you to the limit and a few key rules will enrich your biking experience. If you don't follow the rules...  Detail

LONDON - British tourist attractions such as the Roman spa at Bath received more visitors this summer than last, as penny-wise Britons spent their holidays at home, an industry body said on...  Detail

WASHINGTON – Tens of thousands of people are expected to stream through the White House gates this weekend for a rare opportunity to see the fragrant roses, blue salvias and towering,...  Detail

Before exploring Tianjin and its historical attractions, you may want adventure of a different kind. Go out on a limb, gastronomically, and sample Tanggu's excellent seafood. Tanggu is a little less...  Detail

NEW YORK - Travel extending beyond 6 months is associated with health risks not usually encountered among short-term travelers, new data indicate. Issues of most concern for long-term travelers are...  Detail

A newly opened railway in Yunnan province will make the trip to the area much easier and cheaper. The Dali-Lijiang railway, spanning 162 km, connects two important tourist cities in this southwestern...  Detail

When photographer Chen Haiwen tried to take pictures of the Jingpo ethnic group in Yunnan province for his ambitious photo album featuring all of China's 56 ethnic groups, he ran into a problem. The...  Detail

MIAMI – Kids tired of experiencing the same old roller coasters have a new ride to tackle. Walt Disney World opens an attraction Wednesday allowing them to design their own ride, then...  Detail