Winter tourism heats up as weather cools
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Winter tourism heats up as weather cools

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By ZHOU HUIYING in Harbin, LIU MINGTAI in Changchun,LIU MINGTAI and YANG JUN in Guiyang | CHINA DAILY | Updated: 2024-12-07 06:50 An eagle handler performs for visitors at a tourism spot in Jilin city, Jilin province, on Wednesday. "The park's design and construction will fully integrate elements of the 9th Asian Winter Games — set to open in Harbin in February — creating a more dazzling ice and snow theme park this winter," Luo Xin, deputy general manager of Harbin Ice-Snow World Co, said at a news conference on Tuesday. A series of activities, including an ice harvesting festival, a new fantasy show, outdoor performances, ice carving competitions and other ice and snow events will be held during the winter, Luo said. "We have planned a series of innovative snow-related events in addition to the traditional snow carving competitions," said Jiang Fei, deputy general manager of Harbin Sun Island Property Management Co. "For example, a unique event — the parent-child snow carving activity — aims to enhance family cohesion." "During the 2023-24 snow and ice season, the number of people participating exceeded 400 million," Dai Bin, director of the China Tourism Academy, told CCTV.

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Changchun Ice and Snow Festival opens for 28th season
5 days, 17 hours ago

Changchun Ice and Snow Festival opens for 28th season

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The 28th Changchun Ice and Snow Festival kicked off on Tuesday at the Changchun Ice and Snow New World park in the capital of Jilin province. Co-hosted by the Changchun municipal government and the Jilin Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism, the festival includes immersive performances and interactive experiences to showcase the city's unique charm. Over 200 ice and snow …

China's winter economy heating up rapidly
2 weeks ago

China's winter economy heating up rapidly

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Snow tourism helps create fresh opportunities on supportive policies China's ice and snow economy is thriving, turning its natural "cold resources" into a burgeoning "hot economy" for the nation. From expanding ski resorts to increasing visits by skiers, the rise of snow tourism is creating fresh opportunities for regions across the country as winter takes hold, amid strong support from …

China's winter economy heating up rapidly
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China's winter economy heating up rapidly

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Skiers enjoy time at Beidahu Ski Resort, Jilin province, on Nov 23. From expanding ski resorts to increasing visits by skiers, the rise of snow tourism is creating fresh opportunities for regions across the country as winter takes hold, amid strong support from government policies and infrastructure development. Zhao Yin, a 28-year-old marketing professional from Shanghai, and her friends visited …

Winter tourism heats up as weather cools
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Winter tourism heats up as weather cools

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By ZHOU HUIYING in Harbin, LIU MINGTAI in Changchun,LIU MINGTAI and YANG JUN in Guiyang | CHINA DAILY | Updated: 2024-12-07 06:50 An eagle handler performs for visitors at a tourism spot in Jilin city, Jilin province, on Wednesday. "The park's design and construction will fully integrate elements of the 9th Asian Winter Games — set to open in Harbin …

Winter tourism heats up as weather cools
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Winter tourism heats up as weather cools

China Daily  

By ZHOU HUIYING in Harbin, LIU MINGTAI in Changchun,LIU MINGTAI and YANG JUN in Guiyang | CHINA DAILY | Updated: 2024-12-07 06:50 An eagle handler performs for visitors at a tourism spot in Jilin city, Jilin province, on Wednesday. "The park's design and construction will fully integrate elements of the 9th Asian Winter Games — set to open in Harbin …

Winter tourism heats up as weather cools
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Winter tourism heats up as weather cools

China Daily  

By ZHOU HUIYING in Harbin, LIU MINGTAI in Changchun,LIU MINGTAI and YANG JUN in Guiyang | CHINA DAILY | Updated: 2024-12-07 06:50 An eagle handler performs for visitors at a tourism spot in Jilin city, Jilin province, on Wednesday. "The park's design and construction will fully integrate elements of the 9th Asian Winter Games — set to open in Harbin …

Jilin to focus on winter industry development
2 weeks, 4 days ago

Jilin to focus on winter industry development

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People ski at the Vanke Lake Songhua Resort in Jilin city, Jilin province. LING XIZHENG/FOR CHINA DAILY Jilin city in Northeast China's Jilin province will continue to channelize its rich snow and ice resources for economic growth by developing winter tourism, as well as winter sports, gear and facilities. He said that under a recently released State-level guideline aimed at …

Ice and snow tourism sector eyes record year
1 month ago

Ice and snow tourism sector eyes record year

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The tourism market in Northeast China, led by "ice city" Harbin, capital of Heilongjiang province, has become popular again this winter with upgraded facilities, after the city went viral online and achieved record tourism sales last year. This winter, the Harbin Ice and Snow World theme park, which is set to open mid-December, plans to expand its area to 1 …

Ice and snow tourism sector eyes record year
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Ice and snow tourism sector eyes record year

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Tourists enjoy an ice and snow theme park in Harbin, capital of Heilongjiang province. The tourism market in Northeast China, led by "ice city" Harbin, capital of Heilongjiang province, has become popular again this winter with upgraded facilities, after the city went viral online and achieved record tourism sales last year. This winter, the Harbin Ice and Snow World theme …

Ice and snow tourism sector eyes record year
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1 month ago

Ice and snow tourism sector eyes record year

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Tourists enjoy an ice and snow theme park in Harbin, capital of Heilongjiang province. The tourism market in Northeast China, led by "ice city" Harbin, capital of Heilongjiang province, has become popular again this winter with upgraded facilities, after the city went viral online and achieved record tourism sales last year. This winter, the Harbin Ice and Snow World theme …

Harbin winter tourism heats up ahead of games
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Harbin winter tourism heats up ahead of games

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An aerial drone photo shows tourists visiting the Harbin Ice-Snow World in Harbin, Northeast China's Heilongjiang province, Jan 26, 2024. Data from major online services platform Meituan shows that searches for winter activities such as skiing, ice fishing, snow hiking, and aurora and rime viewing in areas around China have increased by 72 percent. Among the city's scenic spots, Harbin …

Nation braces for big boom in cold-weather sports
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Nation braces for big boom in cold-weather sports

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By Sun Xiaochen | China Daily | Updated: 2024-11-07 09:13 China's northernmost ski resort, the Arctic Ski Resort in Mohe, Heilongjiang province, welcomes its first visitors on Nov 1, 2024. With yet another major international event, the 9th Asian Winter Games, set to open in February next year in Harbin, Heilongjiang province, the approaching winter season is expected to witness …

Harbin winter tourism heats up ahead of games
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Harbin winter tourism heats up ahead of games

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An aerial drone photo shows tourists visiting the Harbin Ice-Snow World in Harbin, Northeast China's Heilongjiang province, Jan 26. Data from major online services platform Meituan shows that searches for winter activities such as skiing, ice fishing, snow hiking, and aurora and rime viewing in areas around China have increased by 72 percent. Among the city's scenic spots, Harbin Ice …

Harbin winter tourism heats up ahead of games
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Harbin winter tourism heats up ahead of games

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By Zhou Huiying in Harbin | China Daily | Updated: 2024-11-07 09:28 An aerial drone photo shows tourists visiting the Harbin Ice-Snow World in Harbin, Northeast China's Heilongjiang province, Jan 26, 2024. Since early October, searches and bookings for Harbin winter tourism products on various online travel, group-buying and social media platforms have been steadily increasing, more so than during …

Nation braces for big boom in cold-weather sports
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Nation braces for big boom in cold-weather sports

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China's northernmost ski resort, the Arctic Ski Resort in Mohe, Heilongjiang province, welcomes its first visitors on Nov 1, 2024. With yet another major international event, the 9th Asian Winter Games, set to open in February next year in Harbin, Heilongjiang province, the approaching winter season is expected to witness new highs in the number of ice and snow sports …

Nation braces for big boom in cold-weather sports
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Nation braces for big boom in cold-weather sports

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China's northernmost ski resort, the Arctic Ski Resort in Mohe, Heilongjiang province, welcomes its first visitors on Nov 1, 2024. With yet another major international event, the 9th Asian Winter Games, set to open in February next year in Harbin, Heilongjiang province, the approaching winter season is expected to witness new highs in the number of ice and snow sports …

Harbin winter tourism heats up ahead of games
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Harbin winter tourism heats up ahead of games

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An aerial drone photo shows tourists visiting the Harbin Ice-Snow World in Harbin, Northeast China's Heilongjiang province, Jan 26, 2024. Data from major online services platform Meituan shows that searches for winter activities such as skiing, ice fishing, snow hiking, and aurora and rime viewing in areas around China have increased by 72 percent. Among the city's scenic spots, Harbin …

Harbin winter tourism heats up ahead of games
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Harbin winter tourism heats up ahead of games

China Daily  

An aerial drone photo shows tourists visiting the Harbin Ice-Snow World in Harbin, Northeast China's Heilongjiang province, Jan 26. Data from major online services platform Meituan shows that searches for winter activities such as skiing, ice fishing, snow hiking, and aurora and rime viewing in areas around China have increased by 72 percent. Among the city's scenic spots, Harbin Ice …

Across China: China's northernmost province unveils ice and snow feasts
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Across China: China's northernmost province unveils ice and snow feasts

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Xinhua | Updated: 2024-11-06 10:53 HARBIN -- Heilongjiang, China's northernmost province, has once again embraced winter's chill, transforming its frosty landscapes into a hub of creative snowy activities and a driver for economic growth. On Friday, Mohe's ski resort, renowned for hosting China's longest ski season from November through mid-to-late April, launched its new snow season, officially marking the start …

Cool places turn hot spots for summer-weary travelers
4 months ago

Cool places turn hot spots for summer-weary travelers

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Tourists play at Harbin Ice Snow World in Heilongjiang province on Aug 13. In July, online searches for travel products designed to avoid the summer heat surged 150 percent over the level seen in June, according to Trip.com Group, China's largest online travel agency. This summer, the frequency of high-temperature days has increased due to global warming, affecting many areas …

Cool places turn hot spots for summer-weary travelers
4 months ago

Cool places turn hot spots for summer-weary travelers

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Tourists play at Harbin Ice Snow World in Heilongjiang province on Aug 13. In July, online searches for travel products designed to avoid the summer heat surged 150 percent over the level seen in June, according to Trip.com Group, China's largest online travel agency. This summer, the frequency of high-temperature days has increased due to global warming, affecting many areas …

Jilin hosts tourism conference
6 months ago

Jilin hosts tourism conference

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The First Jilin Tourism Development Conference kicks off on Friday in the Changbai Mountain Protection and Development Zone in Jilin province. The First Jilin Tourism Development Conference kicked off on Friday in the Changbai Mountain Protection and Development Zone in Jilin province, attracting about 400 delegates to discuss the high-quality development of the tourism industry. "Leveraging the unique resource endowments, …

Cities that went viral shift their focus to sustainable tourism
9 months ago

Cities that went viral shift their focus to sustainable tourism

China Daily  

Many Chinese cities became viral sensations last year, drawing crowds of tourists to their unique landscapes after a single photo or video captured the imagination of millions online. Driven by social media and short video platforms, Weihai's tourism industry saw explosive growth last year, with the city of just 2.92 million residents welcoming over 59 million visits from tourists, according …

Cities that went viral shift their focus to sustainable tourism
9 months ago

Cities that went viral shift their focus to sustainable tourism

China Daily  

Many Chinese cities became viral sensations last year, drawing crowds of tourists to their unique landscapes after a single photo or video captured the imagination of millions online. Driven by social media and short video platforms, Weihai's tourism industry saw explosive growth last year, with the city of just 2.92 million residents welcoming over 59 million visits from tourists, according …

National Winter Games put icing on Olympic legacy
9 months, 3 weeks ago

National Winter Games put icing on Olympic legacy

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Children skate on the ice rink at the Heihe Fitness Center in Heilongjiang province on Jan 31. XIE JIANFEI/XINHUA Jobs, tourism boom Similar to the Beijing 2022 Olympics, which ran from Feb 4 to 20, the 14th National Winter Games saw the majority of its competitions overlap with the Spring Festival holiday. However, the attraction of ice and snow activities, …

Enterprising skier brings convenience to the slopes
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Enterprising skier brings convenience to the slopes

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Yu Momo works at Koktokay Ski Resort, Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, in November. CHINA DAILY This winter, skiing enthusiast Yu Momo has been involved in an average of two rescue operations near Koktokay Ski Resort in Altay, Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, every week. The inspiration for this car rental service model came from Yu's visit to Japan's Niseko Ski Resort, …

Enterprising skier brings convenience to the slopes
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Enterprising skier brings convenience to the slopes

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Yu Momo works at Koktokay Ski Resort, Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, in November. CHINA DAILY This winter, skiing enthusiast Yu Momo has been involved in an average of two rescue operations near Koktokay Ski Resort in Altay, Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, every week. The inspiration for this car rental service model came from Yu's visit to Japan's Niseko Ski Resort, …

'Furnace city' develops taste for snow sports
9 months, 4 weeks ago

'Furnace city' develops taste for snow sports

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The Jinfo Mountain ski resort in Chongqing has become a popular destination for skiers. CHONGQING — In the snowless urban landscape of Southwest China's Chongqing municipality, a surprising fervor for winter sports has taken hold, transforming this "furnace city" known for its scorching summers into a hub for ice and snow tourism. "I feel people's passion for snow and skiing …

Winter tourism bookings boom in Changchun
10 months ago

Winter tourism bookings boom in Changchun

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Photo taken on Jan 4, 2024, shows participants attending the 22nd Vasaloppet China Changchun Jingyuetan International Ski Festival at Jingyuetan National Scenic Area in Changchun, Jilin province. Cai Huiyu, a spokeswoman for the resort, said that in order to ensure the long-term development of the tourism industry, Changchun's city government had collaborated with local businesses in recent years to make …

Winter sports in China eye white-hot growth
10 months ago

Winter sports in China eye white-hot growth

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Skiers in skiwear carry their gear at a ski resort in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia autonomous region, on Dec 19. Li said she spends nearly 60,000 yuan or more every year to experience the thrills and excitement of snow and ice sports, especially snowboarding, her new passion. Li hits the slopes three times a year, favoring destinations like Beidahu and Songhuahu …

Winter sports in China eye white-hot growth
10 months ago

Winter sports in China eye white-hot growth

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Employees work on a snowmaking machine at a company in Zhangjiakou, Hebei province, on Nov 6, 2021. Hebei province near Beijing emerged as the leading province for skiers, while indoor ski resorts gained prominence as key players in the market, according to the China Ski Industry White Book. China's dominance in the indoor ski industry is evident, with half of …

A glimpse into thriving ice and snow industry in Xinjiang
10 months, 3 weeks ago

A glimpse into thriving ice and snow industry in Xinjiang

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Tarat village in the county of Fuyun, once dependent on agriculture and animal husbandry, experienced a transformation with the opening of the Koktokay international ski resort in 2020. On her first trip to Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, Li Peiling, a tourist hailing from the south, chose to experience the delights of a ski resort nestled in the Tianshan …

Winter visitors give Heilongjiang warm praise
11 months, 1 week ago

Winter visitors give Heilongjiang warm praise

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Harbin Ice and Snow World in Harbin, Heilongjiang province, recognized by Guinness World Records as the largest ice and snow park in the world on Friday. Park sets record At the 2024 China Ice and Snow Tourism Development Forum held in Harbin on Friday, Harbin Ice and Snow World was recognized by Guinness World Records as the largest ice and …

Harbin extravaganza boosts China's ice-and-snow economy
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Harbin extravaganza boosts China's ice-and-snow economy

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The 40th International Ice and Snow Festival kicked off on Jan 5, 2024, in Harbin, capital city of China's northernmost Heilongjiang province. The International Ice and Snow Festival kicked off Friday evening in Harbin, capital city of China's northernmost Heilongjiang province, adding steam to the country's burgeoning ice-and-snow economy. Harbin Ice-Snow World, built on the northern bank of the Songhua …

Harbin extravaganza boosts China's ice-and-snow economy
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Harbin extravaganza boosts China's ice-and-snow economy

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The 40th International Ice and Snow Festival kicked off on Jan 5, 2024, in Harbin, capital city of China's northernmost Heilongjiang province. Partially thanks to the contribution of its burgeoning ice-and-snow tourism industry, the economic growth of Liaoning province in the first three quarters of 2023 surpassed the national average for the first time in ten years. Jilin Province, meanwhile, …

Harbin extravaganza boosts China's ice-and-snow economy
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Harbin extravaganza boosts China's ice-and-snow economy

China Daily  

The 40th International Ice and Snow Festival kicked off on Jan 5, 2024, in Harbin, capital city of China's northernmost Heilongjiang province. The International Ice and Snow Festival kicked off Friday evening in Harbin, capital city of China's northernmost Heilongjiang province, adding steam to the country's burgeoning ice-and-snow economy. Harbin Ice-Snow World, built on the northern bank of the Songhua …

Heilongjiang sees jump in winter tourism
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Heilongjiang sees jump in winter tourism

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Crystal clear ice and snow artworks turn Harbin Ice and Snow World in Harbin, Heilongjiang province, into a sparkling scene. "Tourists' tracks in the Harbin Ice and Snow World, the Snow Town, the Yabuli Ski Resort and China's northernmost city Mohe have created a beautiful landscape in the province." "My friends and I spent New Year's Eve at the Harbin …

Shutterbug in Northeast China records growing winter sport popularity
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Shutterbug in Northeast China records growing winter sport popularity

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Zhang Jian, is the chief of the photography team at Songhua Lake Resort in Jilin city, Northeast China's Jilin province. This photographer, Zhang Jian, is the chief of the photography team at Songhua Lake Resort in Jilin city, Northeast China's Jilin province. In 2015, Zhang became one of the first contracted photographers in China's "Hey Snow" application, providing skiers with …

Shutterbug in Northeast China records growing winter sport popularity
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Shutterbug in Northeast China records growing winter sport popularity

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Zhang Jian, is the chief of the photography team at Songhua Lake Resort in Jilin city, Northeast China's Jilin province. This photographer, Zhang Jian, is the chief of the photography team at Songhua Lake Resort in Jilin city, Northeast China's Jilin province. In 2015, Zhang became one of the first contracted photographers in China's "Hey Snow" application, providing skiers with …

New ski resort opens in Tai'an cultural park
11 months, 4 weeks ago

New ski resort opens in Tai'an cultural park

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The highly anticipated ski resort located inside Taishan Shigandang Cultural Park was officially opened to the public on Dec 23. The spacious and well-lit ski equipment hall of the ski resort covers an area of 1,000 square meters, providing ideal independent activity zones for individuals, groups, and VIP customers. The opening of the ski resort not only fills the gap …

New ski resort opens in Tai'an cultural park
11 months, 4 weeks ago

New ski resort opens in Tai'an cultural park

China Daily  

The highly anticipated ski resort located inside Taishan Shigandang Cultural Park was officially opened to the public on Dec 23. The spacious and well-lit ski equipment hall of the ski resort covers an area of 1,000 square meters, providing ideal independent activity zones for individuals, groups, and VIP customers. The opening of the ski resort not only fills the gap …

Jilin enjoys snow business
1 year ago

Jilin enjoys snow business

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Ski enthusiasts enjoy skiing at Vanke Lake Songhua Resort in Jilin city, Jilin province. As the early winter temperatures drop across northeastern China, ski enthusiasts in Jilin province and elsewhere in the country are getting excited as ski lodges in the province begin to open their doors. We also took the students to nearby ski resorts to experience winter sports." …

Shandong highlights winter leisure tourism
1 year ago

Shandong highlights winter leisure tourism

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Shandong province hosted a winter leisure tourism promotional event in the coastal city of Yantai from Nov 26 to 27. The event was aimed at promoting the construction of ecological civilization and the high-quality development of ecological tourism in Shandong province, advocating "green tourism", and building the Shandong winter ecotourism brand, according to officials from the Shandong Provincial Department of …

Shandong highlights winter leisure tourism
1 year ago

Shandong highlights winter leisure tourism

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Shandong province hosted a winter leisure tourism promotional event in the coastal city of Yantai from Nov 26 to 27. The event was aimed at promoting the construction of ecological civilization and the high-quality development of ecological tourism in Shandong province, advocating "green tourism", and building the Shandong winter ecotourism brand, according to officials from the Shandong Provincial Department of …

Mazongshan Ski Resort begins trial operations
1 year, 1 month ago

Mazongshan Ski Resort begins trial operations

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Skiers hit the slopes at Mazongshan Ski Resort. Mazongshan Ski Resort in Hohhot, capital city of North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region, started trial operations on Nov 18, offering 14 ski trails and presenting eight major themes with 23 activities. Situated in the "Golden Latitude Zone of Ice and Snow," Mazongshan Ski Resort was selected as an autonomous region-level ski …

Travelers eagerly brace for bustling snow, ice season
1 year, 1 month ago

Travelers eagerly brace for bustling snow, ice season

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Tourists enjoy a light moment at a ski resort in Altay, Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, on Thursday. Tourism industry insiders said that the snow season this year — roughly from November to March 2024, is the first complete one since the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics, and it is expected to see the strong growth of winter tourism and winter sports. …

Shandong promotes winter tourism in Beijing
1 year, 1 month ago

Shandong promotes winter tourism in Beijing

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Shandong hosts a winter tourism promotion event in Beijing on Nov 10. A winter tourism promotion event titled "Discovering Shandong, Enjoying Winter Fun" was held at the Beijing Exhibition Center on Nov 10, during which winter-themed products from Shandong were unveiled and the province's unique winter tourism resources were showcased, displaying the charm of "Friendly Shandong". During the activity, officials …

Snow-ice tourism heats up holiday travel rush in NE China
1 year, 10 months ago

Snow-ice tourism heats up holiday travel rush in NE China

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Located just 15 km away from the airport, Changbai Mountain Wanda International Resort has become a popular destination for ski enthusiasts traveling from the eastern and southern regions of China. "Apart from suitcases, snowboards, sleds and other winter sports gear are the most common luggage seen at the airport this holiday," said Zhang Haili, a manager with the Changchun Longjia …

Ice-and-snow tourism makes Xinjiang a hot destination
1 year, 11 months ago

Ice-and-snow tourism makes Xinjiang a hot destination

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People ski at the Silkroad Resort in Urumqi, Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, on Jan 7. For four consecutive snow seasons, Wang came from his hometown to the ski resort of Silkroad Resort in Urumqi, capital of Northwest China's Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, to "strike gold" in the form of tuition fees. The ski resort is the first resort in Xinjiang …

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