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This year's edition marks a dynamic rebrand of the worlds, with the event decorated by new logos, and facilitated by a new video replay system to aid the referees."You know when you come to Beijing you can rely on the quality of the ice and the facilities for the skaters to perform well."
China's tourism industry is undergoing a transformative phase, driven by the rapid growth of domestic and inbound travel. In response to the evolving demands of the market。
As China launches more visa-free policies, more and more international tourists are flocking to the country, sparking a unique "China Travel" craze. As an ancient land known for its rich traditions of hospitality, how is China showcasing its welcoming spirit? What measures have been introduced to make travel more convenient for international visitors?
Elderly consumers in China are seeking high-quality travel experiences in March, a traditional off-peak season for travel, thereby boosting the growth of the country's silver economy.
With China's expanding visa-free entry policies and a surge in inbound tourism, the demand for tour guides, particularly those with expertise in less common languages, has increased.
Adora Magic City, the nation's first domestically built cruise ship, completed its 100th commercial voyage on Monday, marking a new milestone in China's cruise ship development, according to the China State Shipbuilding Corp (CSSC).
Tourism industry professionals in Japan have emphasized the need for Japan and China to once again recognize the significance of tourism and cultural exchanges in revitalizing bilateral relations.
Since the implementation of the China-Thailand mutual visa exemption policy on March 1, 2024, Kunming Changshui International Airport has recorded 230,300 inbound and outbound Thai travelers, up 166.15 percent year-on-year, according to the Kunming Immigration Inspection Station.
Shanghai Disney Resort has announced a series of spring celebrations running from March 3 to May 31, featuring monthly themed events and seasonal attractions.
Visa has partnered with China UnionPay to establish the Visa-UnionPay Zone, an accessible payment service demonstration zone along Beijing's Central Axis - a popular destination for tourists that became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in July.
A mountain in Hubei province has become an internet sensation, with its unique karst landscape resembling a puppy lying on its stomach, drawing millions of views on social media platforms.
"We called on the fishermen to store garbage on the boat, collect floating plastics and bring them back to shore to reduce pollution," Hu said."We also use the money to buy work clothes for fishermen who participate, as they don't gain much from collecting garbage," Hu said.
Adora Magic City is scheduled to launch an eight-night summer special route from its home port of Shanghai and an 11-night summer route by Adora Mediterraneadeparting from Tianjin, announced their operator Adora Cruises Ltd on Feb 24.
The Shanghai Municipal Government recently released a three-year action plan spanning from 2025 to 2027, outlining its vision to establish Shanghai as China's premier inbound tourism gateway and a model for integrating cultural experiences with tourism offerings.
After training three times at the Yabuli Sports Training Base, Alpine skier Fayik Abdi from Saudi Arabia was impressed by the venue's diverse terrain.
Local tourism authorities across China have stepped up enforcement efforts to stop illegal and dishonest practices in the tourism industry, aiming to protect travelers' rights and promote sustainable tourism development.
Chinese consumers have indicated a growing interest in taking dedicated tourist trains, with rising search volumes related to the sector seen, following the country's plan to retrofit tourist trains to make them more senior-friendly.
Dubai welcomed a record 18.72 million international overnight visitors in 2024, marking a 9 percent year-on-year increase, according to data from the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) on Feb 14.
Cross-border tourism has emerged as a driving force for the Spring Festival travel market in the Year of the Snake, thanks to expanded visa-free policies, said travel agencies and experts.
Last year, favorable policies like the 240-hour visa-free transit option has significantly boosted inbound tourism, injecting new vitality into the tourism industry.
The world's first panoramic sightseeing mountain tourist train began operating on Wednesday in Lijiang, a popular tourist destination in Yunnan province.
The world's first panoramic trainin dependently developed by China officially began operation in Lijiang City, Yunnan Province on Wednesday.
A Harry Potter studio tour will open in Shanghai in 2027, which will be the third such attraction globally and the first in China, its developers announced on Wednesday.
The buzz around "China Travel" continues to dominate social media, as industry data show that bookings for inbound and outbound air tickets saw double-digit growth for the Lantern Festival travel, driven by rising demand.
The Harbin Asian Winter Games have been the best Winter Asiad yet, and the host city has the potential to become a global winter tourism hub with its natural environment。
Hotels in China reported to police more than 42 million check-ins by minor guests in 2024, the Ministry of Public Security said, adding that authorities have also handled 522,000"suspicious incidents" involving minors to ensure their safety.
China on Monday announced a visa-free policy for tour groups from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations who want to visit Xishuangbanna Dai autonomous prefecture, Yunnan province, in the latest step to boost people-to-people exchanges with Southeast Asia.
China has introduced a new visa-free policy for tour groups from ASEAN countries visiting Xishuangbanna in southwestern Yunnan Province, according to the National Immigration Administration announced on Monday.
China allows tour groups from ASEAN countries to visit Xishuangbanna in Southwest China’s Yunnan Province, free of visa, for up to six days, the National Immigration Administration announced on Monday.
During the winter season, various big snowmen scattered throughout Harbin, capital city of Heilongjiang province, have gained a reputation from tourists at home and abroad.
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