China Travel & Tourism News
Hainan Adopts 30 Days Visa-free Policy to Tourists of 59 Countries



Hainan Province offers an eased visa-free policy for travelers from 59 countries with a prolonged stay of 30 days since May 1st, 2018, in response to driving the reform and opening up of South China.
International Marathon Kicks off on Xi'an City Wall



As early as March 30, the poster of the Xi'an City Wall Marathon was put on the Nasdaq screen at the US Time Square. During the 7-day pre-registration period, 31,048 runners submitted the application form, but only 14.49% were finally the lucky number.
Jiuzhaigou Valley Reopens Since Mar. 8, 2018



Jiuzhaigou Valley reopens on Mar. 8, 2018 after seven-month closing for restoration since the devastating earthquake occurred in China's southwestern Sichuan Province on August 8, 2017.
Year of Dog Travel Rush Begins



In 2018, the Year of Dog, the Chunyun lasts for 40 days from February 1 to March 12, during which 2.97 billion passengers were handled, almost the same with last year.
China Eastern Airlines Allows Wifi Use on Board since Jan. 17



China Eastern Airlines becomes the first domestic air company to allow passengers taking their flights to connect inflight WIFI to use portable electronic devices including mobile phones, pads, laptops and e-book readers on board.
Xi'an-Chengdu High-Speed Railway Opened up in 2017



On December 6, 2017, the first MU train thunders out a station from Xi'an, starting its 658-kilometer journey towards Chengdu at a design speed of 250km/h. This means the Xi'an-Chengdu High-Speed Railway is opened up.
2017 Victoria's Secret Unveils in Shanghai



On November 22nd, 2017, the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show unveils its secret in Shanghai, in which 55 angels dressed in 88 ensembles and 39-pair wings fascinate the fans from all over the world.
Largest Danxia Landform Belt Discovered in Shaanxi, Northwest China



In October 2017, Geologists have discovered a new type of Danxia landforms characterized by red sandstone beds in Shaanxi Province, known as the largest Danxia landform site in China.
Hello! Our 10 Panda Babies in 2017!



On September 29th, 2017, 10 chubby panda cubs, from 3 to 5 months old, have stolen thousands of visitor's hearts as they made their public debut together to celebrate the 30th birthday of their home- Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding.
Jiuzhaigou Closed due to Earthquake



At 21:19, on August 8th, 2017, a 7.0 earthquake occurs in Jiuzhaigou county, Sichuan province, wreaking havoc on the Jiuzhaigou Valley Scenic and Historical Interest Area (hereafter Jiuzhaigou), according to the Jiuzhaigou Scenic Area Administration.
China's 52th UNESCO World Heritage Site Rests on Xiamen's Kulangsu Island!



Kulangsu Island in southeast China Xiamen city was honored to be inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site on the 41th session of World Heritage Committee held on July 8, 2017, followed by a speech delivered by Director-general of UNESCO Irina Bokova who spoke highly of Kulangsu as a "Historic International Settlement".
Bike-sharing Service Listed as China's "New Four Inventions"



Since the summer in 2016, bike-sharing service greatly receives a warm welcome among society thanks to its efficient and environmentally friendly quality. Piles of bikes with various colors hit the streets, bus stops, subway entrances and residential areas.
Koktokay Geopark Rated in World Level



Covering an area of over 788 square kilometers in northeastern Xinjiang, Koktokay is a large natural scenic area consisting of Kalaxianger Earthquake Fault Zone, Irtysh Grand Canyon, Cocoa Sullivan scenic area and Ilaymu Lake.
Hong Kong Disney Explorers Lodge Opens on April 30th



The seven-storied Disney Explorers Lodge hosts 750 rooms in total, most of which are characterized by enchanting sea views or gorgeous garden landscape scenery. Prices vary from HKD2,200 per night for a standard room to HKD2,500 for deluxe sea-view room.
Beijing's Winning Bid for 2022 Winter Olympics!



The moment International Olympic Committee president Thomas Bach announced that China's capital Beijing would be honored with the right to host the 24th Winter Olympics in 2022. China's Olympic dream came true again 14 years after the success of 2008 BeijingSummer Olympics.