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Duke VP under fire for "racist and insensitive" posts about ChinaLarry Moneta, vice president for student affairs at Duke University in Durham, North Carolina, United States, is under fire from students over some controversial social...New discoveries in Xinjiang awe archaeologistsRecently, 47 heritage sites and more than 70 pieces of relics were found at the middle and lower reaches of the Keriya River in Northwest...Perseverance spanning one hundred years: a story of the last chopsticks masterFollowing fashion brand Dolce & Gabbana's decision to cancel a major show in China due to a controversial advert in which they called chopsticks “small...A day in Xiamen - a beautiful port city full of urban energy and laid-back vibesI went to Xiamen on a work trip, not really knowing what to expect. As I jumped on a boat to see the famous UNESCO...Immigration operation in Malaysia leads to 185 arrestsA total of 185 foreign men and women were arrested by the Malaysian immigration authorities during a series of operations conducted overnight on Wednesday in...Rwanda- Russia deal on peaceful use of nuclear energyRepublic of Rwanda has signed intergovernmental agreement on cooperation in the field of peaceful uses of nuclear energy in Moscow recently. The Intergovernmental agreement was...Technological advances bring sweeping changes to China's Inner Mongolia over past 40 yearsA herdsman checks the automatic drinking system in Otog Banner, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, July 28, 2017. Over the past 40 years, technological...Woman finds she’s only passenger on board flight from BangkokTraveller Latsamy McAdoo from Miami was travelling from Bangkok to Koh Samui when she found out that she had the entire plane to herself.The lone...Ancient tea relics and 50-year-old Tieguanyin unveiled in the Palace Museum to promote tea craftsmanshipTieguanyin is a premium variety of Chinese oolong tea originated in Anxi County, Fujian Province. 50 years in deep storage has strengthened one particular jar...Traditional Chinese Medicine today: Still evolving after 5,000 yearsThe dawn of traditional Chinese medicine is still somewhat shrouded in mystery, with many people claiming it began anywhere from 3,000 to over 5,000 years...Cathay Dragon, Cathay Pacific organise jt fam trip to Hong Kong, ChinaCathay Dragon and Cathay Pacific Airways organised a joint familiarisation trip with Aqua Sun Ltd. to its hub – Hong Kong and China for top...Cultural exchange activities held in Brunei to boost China-Brunei cooperationA series of cultural exchange activities including exhibitions and seminars were held in Brunei's capital Bandar Seri Begawan on Thursday to boost China-Brunei cooperation.The launching...Winter scenery of West Lake in HangzhouThe very definition of classical beauty in China, West Lake is utterly mesmerising: pagoda-topped hills rise over willow-lined waters as boats drift slowly through a...Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge brings business opportunitiesThe Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, which opened to traffic on Oct. 24, has injected new vigor into the area's tourism.The bridge itself has become a scenic...Malaysian officials: CIIE important and beneficial to ASEAN countriesThe China International Import Expo is probably the most important international expo to date due to China's stance as the largest manufacturing base in the...Not for those afraid of heights: Chinese-built skyscraper in Malaysia nears completionThis is the tallest building in Malaysia, Exchange 106. Its construction is implemented by the China State Construction Engineering Corporation and it will be completed...A chronicle of Dunhuang: from Silk Road to Belt and RoadThe Buddhist gods, meditating in their sequestered shrines which peep out over the cliffs of Dunhuang, have witnessed the desert change over a millennium. Although...Malaysia mosque bans tourists after 'sexy dance' goes viralA Malaysian mosque has banned tourists after a video of two female visitors in skimpy outfits dancing in front of the Muslim holy site went...Euphrates poplar trees create golden oasisAn over 20,000-hectare forest of Euphrates poplar trees decorates the landscape with golden fall foliage in Karamay, Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region. Euphrates poplar trees are...Artificial Intelligence to help manage airspace incidents in DubaiThe Dubai Civil Aviation Authority has launched a new artificial intelligence - led programme that will help manage airspace-related incidents.The system, called Integrated Investigation and...Travel couple shows Chongqing charms in ‘Follow Me To‘ creationsRussian artist Murad Osmann, best known for his ongoing “Follow Me To” series of works featuring his wife Nataly Osmann leading him around the world,...Latest 2018 hospitality stats reveal positive African outlook“Overall many key African hotel markets reflected a positive turnaround in tourism in the first half of 2018,” says CEO of HTI Consulting, Wayne Troughton....Europe, China join hands drawing maritime blueprintUpon entering the ship repair zone at the port of Piraeus, southern Greece, one could easily notice the immense floating dock painted in black and...Chengdu, more than just giant pandasAlthough Chengdu is synonymous with the giant panda, there’s a whole lot more in this vast city to explore. On a recent trip, People’s Daily...Chinese tourists travel to 1,000 global destinations during National Day vacationA report by Chinese travel services provider Ctrip showed that Chinese tourists have left their footprints on more than 1,000 cities in nearly 100 countries...Middle East airports lead industry innovationAirports in the region continue to grow to keep pace with increasing passenger numbers – passenger traffic at Dubai International Airport is predicted to surpass...In pics: horses taming on grassland in N China's Inner MongoliaTwo herdsmen tame horses on the Ulan Butong grassland in Hexigten Banner of Chifeng, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, Oct. 2, 2018. (Xinhua/Pan Zhengguang)In pics: 185th Munich OktoberfestPeople from around the world drink to their hearts' content at the 185th Oktoberfest in Munich, Germany, which takes place between Sept. 22 and Oct....981 state-owned scenic spots in China cut admission feesA total of 981 state-owned scenic areas in China have announced a cut in admission fees, of which over 70 percent are national 4A and...Radisson Dhaka hosts South Asian Food Festival at Spice & RiceRadisson Blu Dhaka Water Garden is hosting a tantalizing food festival, inspired from rich culinary traditions of South Asia from September 27 to 29 at...Emirates’ First Class Private Suites Win Gold at the FTE Global AwardsEmirates airline’s fully-enclosed First Class Private Suites, launched in November last year on its Boeing 777 aircraft, has been awarded gold by Future Travel Experience...Singapore Airlines plane with 284 on board hits aerobridge at Changi AirportSIA plane carrying 272 passengers and 12 crew struck an aerobridge at Changi Airport on September 18. The flight SQ178 was scheduled to depart for...Is time travel real? Bizarre claim time traveller is here to warn of World War 3The masked man, who introduced himself as Alexander Smith, claims to have been involved in classified Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) experiments in the 1980s.The supposed...Dunhuang desert uses rich trade history to promote tourismThe Echoing-Sand Mountain, known as Mingsha Shan, is about five kilometers outside the city of Dunhuang. It spans over 800 square kilometers and is now...WATCH: Baggage handler shocks onlookers by doing this to suitcasesThe video captured baggage handler Ephraim Sibeko at the luggage carousel in the airport.As bags came from the plane onto the conveyor belt, he shocked...Bristol Live: Breaking news, traffic and travel for M4, M5 and M32 on Monday, September 17Welcome to the Bristol Live breaking news blog for Monday, September 17.Here you will find all the latests news , traffic and weather updates from...Travind Institute: Sandwich Diploma In Travel and Tourism ManagementTravind Institute of Travel and Tourism Management I.Pvt.Ltd an institute based in Pune and academic division of, BTW Group of companies ,Pune’s academy of Tourism...'Instagram' holidays get Nigerians travellingTourism in Nigeria is nothing if not earned. It takes eight hours by bus to travel the 250 kilometres (155 miles) from Lagos to Idanre...Nepal makes great effort to achieve 2020 tourism campaignNepal is making great efforts to boost arrivals from India and other countries, with a focus on the adventure, the Himalayas, and the Visit Nepal...Travel News: Lapland, Scotland, Lough Erne and holiday bargainsThis autumn Stena Line is offering a saving of £60 when customers book their ferry and hotel accommodation together. Holidaymakers can enjoy a Glasgow escape...Emirates and Jetstar Pacific announce codeshare partnershipEmirates and Vietnam’s Jetstar Pacific (IATA code: BL) have announced a new codeshare agreement on September 4, expanding the existing partnership between the -based carrier...Hurricanes Florence and ISAAC: Travel implications for US est coast and CaribbeanWhat is the effect so far for travellers?BA says passengers booked to or from Washington Dulles or Baltimore-Washington International up to Sunday 16 September can...Ryanair boss Michael O’Leary SLAMS Brexit - 'The risk of a HARD Brexit is underestimated'In a statement given to journalists at the start of the conference, the Ryanair CEO wrote: “We remain concerned at the increasing risk of a...71.3 million Chinese tourists travel abroad in first half of 2018The number of outbound Chinese tourists reached 71.3 million in the first half of 2018, a year-on-year increase of 15 percent, said a recent report...You Could Get $99 Flights to Some of Europe's Best Christmas Markets This WinterThe Christmas markets of Europe are known for their festive displays of chalets that sell delectable local pastries, mulled wine, and handmade ornaments and toys...Florence to Become Major Hurricane: Cruise, Flight UpdatesHurricane Florence is expected to become a major hurricane “soon,” and cruise lines and airlines are preparing for the storm’s impact.According to the latest forecast...Revealed: The airline with the MOST delayed flights in the UKFlight delays, that is any that face delays of three hours or more, can ruin any holidaymakers trip abroad.Which?’s newest study analysed all flights to...Solomon Islands: 82,000 potentially affected by latest 6.2 earthquakeLocals and tourists were woken up on Monday morning at 6.37 am after a 6.2 earthquake in the Solomon Islands hit. It could affect potentially ...Sargassum seaweed: A curse or a blessing Made in SeychellesBernard Port Louis and his son Benjamin have confirmed that they are ready now to put their product on the Seychelles market and are also...Celebrity Traveller: Jorgie PorterJORGIE PORTER, 30, is a British actress and model, most famous for her role as Theresa McQueen in Hollyoaks from 2008 to 2016. She came...Weekend traffic news: Saturday's travel updates after truck rolls over and jacket potatoes spill out onto roadIf you are planning a trip today, make sure you check the roads before you travel.We have compiled a handy guide to keep you safe...Botswana hopes to be popular Chinese tourist destination thanks to 2018 Beijing FOCACThe 2018 Beijing Summit of the Forum for China – Africa Cooperation contained a lot of ingredients that spoke of the hope and mutual benefit...Singapore Airlines flight from Mumbai delayed more than 8 hours over 'security concern'Passengers on a Singapore Airlines (SIA) flight were stranded at Mumbai airport for more than eight hours after a bomb threat on Friday (Sep 7)...Vibrant Express Go Go GoThe West Kowloon Station structure in Hong Kong is supported by nine sleek mega columns with a maximum height of 45 meters to create a...These Are the 10 Fastest-growing Travel Destinations in the WorldEurope and Africa are the regions seeing the fastest increases in international tourist arrivals, according to the United Nations World Tourism Organization’s 2018 Tourism Highlights.The...A tour of Tianjin: An upcoming city in the world of smart technologyThe “Rediscovering Tianjin from the eyes of Foreign Media – Binhai Edition” kicked off on August 27, and saw foreign journalists from Belt and Road...Heathrow Airport staff dress up and dance as Freddie Mercury in hilarious viral videoHEATHROW Airport celebrated Queen singer Freddie Mercury’s birthday yesterday with staff performing hilarious dance moves inspired by the rock star who was once a baggage...River cruise popularity soars in UK as Danube drives growthThe popularity of river cruising across Europe is soaring, with more Britons than ever taking to the continent's waterways, according to new figures.The River Cruise...Air Canada: Mobile App Security Breach Potentially Affected 20,000 CustomersAir Canada has reported that some of its mobile app users' personal data might have been compromised in a breach this month. The carrier has...The latest travel news ahead of our game against Bournemouth on SaturdayThere is no service on the District line between Edgware Road and High St Kensington, while the entire Circle line is closed. The Bakerloo line is...China continues to maintain leading position in outbound tourism consumptionNew York (People’s Daily) – China continues to lead global outbound travel, having spent $258 billion on international travel in 2017, according to the World...Splendid scenery of Diaoshuilou Waterfall in China's HeilongjiangAerial photo taken on Aug. 28, 2018 shows the Diaoshuilou Waterfall in the Jingpo Lake scenic area in Mudanjiang, northeast China's Heilongjiang Province. The splendid...Bangladesh investigator blasts Nepal probe report of US-Bangla plane crashBangladeshi investigator Captain Salahuddin M Rahmatullah, who is closely engaged with the Nepali official investigation into the crash of US-Bangla Airlines plane in Kathmandu, termed...My Himalayan journey – trekking to Shangri-LaAt the top of the Miyar Valley in the high Himalayas, a chain of seven tiny turquoise pools nestle below the snout of a formidable...Internet users marvel at China’s drone use in building mega bridgeA report explaining how Chinese engineers have used a drone to build a mega bridge in southwest China recently went viral on overseas social media....High Speeding: Exploring China By Bullet Train (2)The high-speed train running from Fuzhou to Hefei, famous for the beautiful natural landscapes and the interesting cultural landmarks along the way, has been voted...China's biggest forest park reopens after six yearsAfter being closed for six years due to reconstruction, Wawushan National Forest Park was recently reopened with a capacity of 3,500 tourists per day, according...Dancing with PigeonsshowPlayer({id:"/pvservice/xml/2018/8/13/6b1b984d-3548-4950-b4e5-84d460cd8569.xml",width:800,height:495}); This gramp can summon a flock of pigeons with a simple shout: "Come!" Just like that, 63-year-old Xu Jianyun is surrounded by pigeons like...High Speeding: Exploring China By Bullet Train (1)Taking the high speed rail, wandering around ancient towns and tasting delicious food, this is now probably the best way for foreign tourists to travel...Holiday horrors: Share your worst experience of a cancelled flightIt’s perhaps one of the most disheartening feelings in the world when you’ve spent your hard earned cash, done your holiday shopping and told everyone...Liupanshui city develops tourism and agriculture industries to alleviate povertyLiupanshui, a city in southwest China’s Guizhou Province is developing tourism and agriculture industries to effectively alleviate poverty.Over 4,000 residents now sell agricultural products and...Why airlines have been dragged into China’s dispute with TaiwanTaiwanese citizens have been traveling to airports with feelings of nervous trepidation recently. The question preying on their minds: Will their passports be accepted as...Vynn Capital partners with the World Tourism Organization to boost Asia’s tourism sectorKUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Vynn Capital, a South-East Asia-based early-stage venture capital firm, and the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) jointly announced a strategic partnership to...New Caledonia’s people to decide whether the popular tourist island should be independentTHE next time you visit New Caledonia it could be called Kanaky Nouvelle-Caledonie.The French territory known for its palm-lined beaches and marine-life-rich lagoon will soon...Expert guide to Paris“We’ll always have Paris,” says Bogie in Casablanca, because Paris is at once a film set (Grace Jones on the Eiffel Tower, Audrey Tautou in...Chirac’s birthday suit, a spat with Schumacher and the €34,000 pool: strange tales from Fort BrégançonSo it’s goodbye Lake Garda and hello Fort Brégançon, as Theresa May cuts short her Italian sojourn to attend a summit with Emmanuel Macron in...Spectacular holidays for people who love the seaAh, the romance of the ocean: the rapturous splash of waves on sand, the whisper of a coquettish breeze, the sensual invigoration of a swim....South Africa to introduce new visa policies for Chinese touristsSouth Africa will introduce new visa policies to attract more Chinese tourists, said South African Minister of Tourism Derek Hanekom in a recent pre-recorded video...Cangzhou: "the home of acrobatics" in ChinaStudents from Laos practise in Wuqiao Acrobatic Art School in Cangzhou, north China's Hebei Province, July 30, 2018. Wuqiao county is known as "the home...Udaipur voted third best city to visit in the world: Here are the top 5 attractionsKnown as the ‘City of Lakes’ and ‘Venice of the East’, Udaipur has once again topped the list of the top cities to visit in...Baltimore man charged with sexually assaulting seatmate on airplaneA Baltimore man has been charged by a federal grand jury with sexually assaulting his seatmate on an airplane in late May. It remains unclear...China says four US airlines have missed a deadline to change their naming of TaiwanFour U.S. airlines have failed to satisfy China's aviation regulator over their website descriptions of Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan.China is asking foreign companies to...Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s dream castle: A tour inside the Adelaide CottagePrince Harry and Meghan Markle may soon get a new royal residence near Windsor Castle as their haven. The couple live at Nottingham Cottage, popularly...UNESCO site Lijiang vows to further combat “over commercialization” in tourismThe tourism business in one of China’s most popular scenic spots-Lijiang, SW China’s Yunan Province, is flagging after years of intense growth, especially in the...Yangtze River Economic Belt expedition launched to better protect China’s longest riverA thematic expedition on the “Yangtze River Economic Belt" was launched in Shigu Town, Lijiang city of SW China’s Yunnan Province on July 20, aiming...Tea industry transforms small town into regional economic engineSituated in Zunyi, southwestern China's mountainous Guizhou province, Meitan County is the largest tea production base in the region and produces some of the country's...China becomes top source of international tourists to CanadaBardish Chagger, Canadian minister of Small Business and Tourism, said China has become Canada's largest source of overseas tourists for the first time in the...Cristiano Ronaldo's trip to Beijing fuels Chinese passion for soccerThe World Cup is over, but that didn't stop Cristiano Ronaldo showing off his soccer skills as he made appearances in Beijing on July 19...Blooming lotus flowers draw tourists to XionganBlack swans swim across Baiyangdian Lake in Xiongan New Area, surrounded by lotus flowers and leaves. When July comes, a vast area of lotus flowers will...Airlines suffer collateral damage in new anti-Taiwan drillA renewed show of force by the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) on Wednesday to scare Taiwan has resulted in large swathes of the East China...Beautiful grasslands enhance Hulunbuir, Inner MongoliaThe summer landscape in the Hulunbuir Grassland in North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region offers pastoral views and an ideal pasture for cattle and sheep...Joint police patrol between China, Croatia launched in DubrovnikDUBROVNIK, July 15 -- Six uniformed Chinese police officers started joint patrol with their Croatian counterparts here on Sunday.It is the first ever joint patrol...19 million new jobs possible in aviationThe big news from the Annual General Meeting of the International Air Transport Association (Iata) in Sydney, presented by the World Travel and Tourism Council...Skyscanner and ForwardKeys explore traveller trendsSkyscanner has announced partnership with ForwardKeys to deliver two new analytical techniques within ForwardKeys’ Flight Searches tool, branded ‘Travel Willingness’ and ‘Catchment Area’, which aim...Temple of Heaven will open another 2.24 hectares to the public2018 marks the 20th anniversary of the Temple of Heaven, Tiantan, an ancient royal altar in Beijing, being listed as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage...Poverty alleviation helping the Yao minorities of GuangxiCheck out this traditional Yao performance at Lihu Area in Nandan County, Guangxi province. Guangxi is home to the Yao minority, who have lived in...Cole flowers flourish at the feet of volcanoesCole flowers flourish at the feet of volcanoes in Datong, North China's Shanxi province. The sea of cole flowers and the volcanoes add radiance and...Trying snail rice noodles, a delicacy of LiuzhouGuangxi is known for many things - its rolling hills, beautiful karst scenery and clean air. But when you think of Guangxi food, what comes...It's not a joke! Chinese tourists are heading to Africa to avoid the summer heatAfrica is fast becoming one of China's hottest tourist destinations, as the scorching summer heat burns up cities across the country.Many regions in China have...Malaysia Airports kicks off annual shopping campaignKaula Lumpur : Malaysia Airports officially launched its annual shopping campaign with more than US$5 million worth of prizes up for grabs.Themed ‘Licence to Win’,...Emirates Skywards launches mobile travel app Emirates Skywards GODubai : Emirates Skywards, the loyalty programme of Emirates airline, has partnered with the ENTERTAINER to launch its own Emirates Skywards GO app for members....Financial closure for Phase I of Navi Mumbai International Airport projectGVK led Navi Mumbai International Airport Pvt. Ltd (NMIAL) has announced the financial closure for construction of the first phase of the Navi Mumbai International...Novotel opens its 500th hotel worldwideThere are currently 500 Novotel hotels in 58 countries worldwide and Asia Pacific accounts for more than 143 properties with 3 5,879 rooms. Novotel Ambassador...World’s first Angry Birds World entertainment park opens in QatarThe world’s first Angry Birds World entertainment park has opened its doors to residents and visitors to Qatar, transforming the classic bird-flinging game into a...Liuzhou city rewards drivers that use these clean energy carsLocal government in Liuzhou city, Guangxi province, is helping to keep the city’s pollution down by incentivizing the use of clean energy cars.The city of...People play amid high temperature in Sanya, S China's HainanPeople cool off in the sea as high temperature hit Sanya City, south China's Hainan Province, July 3, 2018. (Xinhua/Chen Wenwu)People play in seaside resort in Qingdao, E China's ShandongPeople play in a seaside resort in Qingdao, east China's Shandong Province, July 1, 2018. Six seaside resorts in the coastal city opened to the...View of advection fog above sea in Yantai, E ChinaPhoto taken on June 29, 2018 shows the view of advection fog above the sea in Yantai, east China's Shandong Province. China-Africa friendship celebrated as youths gather for cultural feast in ChinaWith Shakira's song "Waka Waka (This Time for Africa)" in the background, dozens of African youths danced passionately in a courtyard at the Former Residence...East China's Dongying makes efforts to promote ecological constructionAerial photo taken on June 24, 2018 shows the Yellow River estuary in Dongying, east China's Shandong Province. The Yellow River, the second longest river...Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC) builds world’s largest vertical farming facility in DubaiDubai : Emirates Flight Catering (EKFC) and Crop One will co-invest US$40 million to build the world’s largest vertical farming facility near Al Maktoum International...Spectacular sprays of iron sparks light up the sky to celebrate Spring Festival.Check out this special way of welcoming the Spring Festival,"Da Tie Hua", which literally means to spray melted iron into the air. The old tradition...Tour operator refuses to fully return fees to tourists who want to cancel Maldives tripsTuniu, a Chinese tour operator, is in the midst of a dispute with its customers over whether to fully refund travel fees to them after...Duty-free company at London airport apologizes after being accused of discriminationA duty-free company that runs its business at London Heathrow Airport apologized on Monday after Chinese customers accused it of alleged discrimination over its VIP...Man proposes to girlfriend on high-speed trainA man surnamed Jiang from Beijing proposed to his girlfriend on a high-speed train heading to Chengdu from Beijing days before the 2018 Valentine’s Day.The...China’s hidden, subterranean citiesThe subterranean dwellings could take up to three years to dig. Picture: VCG/VCG via Getty ImagesSource:Getty ImagesFOR hundreds of years few people knew what lurked...Dreamy destinations for National Plan for Vacation Day(Imgorthand)It’s been a nearly a month since New Year’s, winter drear has set in for many. If the cold’s got you feeling blue, take out...Air China to launch direct Beijing–Copenhagen flightFile PhotoAir China Limited (Air China) will begin non-stop flights between Beijing and Copenhagen from May 30, 2018. Once the new route launches, passengers will...Planning a holiday for Valentine’s Day? Head to Cyprus, mythical birthplace of the goddess of loveCyprus is the mythical birthplace of the Greek goddess of love, Aphrodite. (Shutterstock)In 2017, with traditional rivals Egypt, Turkey and Tunisia facing instability, Cyprus smashed...The essence of Mali in a bottle: A new venture offers health juices from the African SavannahThe business takes its name from the zaban — or saba senegalensis — a shrub-like tree native to the Sahel region which grows predominantly on...Plan a drive to Rajasthan right now to experience these beautiful festivalsImage for representational purposes only. Picture courtesy: Instagram/madymaddolkarHeading to Jaipur this winter for a break or for the most sought-after Jaipur Literature Festival?Here are some...This Japanese island is the most trending travel spot on EarthThe Ishigaki island in Japanhe pristine blue waters and white sandy beaches of beautiful Ishigaki, Japan, have earned the ranking of number one in the...Top 10 China Tourism News of 20171. Chinese President Xi Jinping Gives Instructions on the Toilet Revolution and Tourism DevelopmentOn November 21, Chinese President Xi Jinping again gave instructions on how...Blown away: Chinese gun tourists in the USFor Chinese visiting the US, gun laws are more of a privilege than a problem. And gun tourism is breathing new life into cities who...When will Marriott stop labelling Tibet as a nation on all of its websites to honor its wordRecently, U.S. hotel giant Marriott created a furor in China after it incorrectly labeled certain regions in China, including Tibet, as countries, and “liked” the...‘The best flight I’ve ever had’“THAT was fantastic, the best flight I have ever had. Everybody will fly one of these someday.”This high praise comes from computer giant Intel’s CEO...Chinese citizens averaged 3.7 trips in 2017Chinese citizens made an average of 3.7 trips the last year and spent 914 RMB ($142) per trip, said a recent national work conference held...“Cliff village” receives tourism investment of almost $100 millionThe “cliff village” in Liangshan Yi Autonomous Prefecture, southwestern China’s Sichuan province, received an investment of 630 million RMB ($98 million) last Saturday, Chengdu Economic...Chalous ? Iran’s ParadiseTEHRAN – Road 59, also known as the Chalous Road or Kandovan Road is an important road for people of Tehran, a large number of...Toilets are for the people, not for the privileged: People’s DailyLi Jinzao, head of China National Tourism Administration, said scientific planning should be used to build restrooms and so-called “five-star” restrooms will be banned, at...Ice skating on iconic lakes in Beijing ignites passion for winter sportsshowPlayer({id:"/pvservice/xml/2018/1/9/a7c77687-b28f-4998-8f71-4e47a3308756.xml",width:800,height:495}); It’s that time of the year again when skating in Beijing becomes super fun. In Shichahai Park, central Beijing, skating hobbyists are seen skating...China's domestic, inbound tourist trips top 5.1 billion in 2017With the fast expansion of tourism, China has become the world's largest source of outbound tourists and the fourth largest destination of inbound tourists.China National...Travel becomes necessity for happy life in ChinaTravel has grown into a rigid demand for Chinese people’s happy life, Chinanews.com on reported Monday, citing the 2017 National Tourism Work Conference.In 2017, a...Thailand on the ‘Big Easy’British musician Stuart Hawkins and his Thai pals for a New Orleans arrangement of the royal composition “Love at Sundown”A long-time resident of Thailand, British...Game of Thrones ice hotel and snow village to open in FinlandGAME of Thrones fans may have to wait a full year for the final season of the hit show but in the meantime they can...