China becomes New Zealand's second tourism market by spending
2012-11-06 14:11:41
China is officially New Zealand's second biggest tourist market, after spending by Chinese visitors jumped by 37 percent in the year to the end of September.
New ambassador sees greater confidence in Chinese
2012-11-05 17:57:51
Guy Saint-Jacques, the new Canadian ambassador to China, told China Daily that on taking up his post - the third time he has been posted to Beijing - he noticed a more confident attitude in people.
Rehearsal of Royal Barge Procession held on Chao Phraya River in Bangkok
2012-11-05 16:50:43
Ornate barges parade past the Grand Palace on the Chao Phraya River during rehearsal of Royal Barge Procession in Bangkok, Thailand, Nov 2, 2012.
Project gives rural schools virtual reach
2012-11-05 16:50:20
Hailai Mama, a fifth-grade primary school student dressed in traditional Yi attire, was excited to see a computer for the first time.
Peking University in Fall: A Symphony of Colors
2012-11-05 16:08:04
Particularly in fall, Peking University (known as Bei Da to Chinese folk) abounds with jaw-dropping beautiful views, mostly around central Weiming Hu Lake.
Kenya set to showcase diversified tourism in Britain
2012-11-05 16:04:30
The Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) is due to lead over 50 tourism industry players for a three-day World Travel Market (WTM) exhibition in Britain as the East African country seeks to showcase its diversity in tourism products.
Autumn scenery in Srinagar, Kashmir
2012-11-05 15:54:47
Autumn scenery in Srinagar, Kashmir: with the arrival of autumn, trees are changing colors while the days become shorter.
Travel Picks: Top 10 fire festivals around the world
2012-11-05 15:46:36
Singapore doubles cash incentive to encourage off-peak travels
2012-11-05 15:45:33
Singapore's Land Transport Authority on Thursday doubled the cash incentives in a web-based study to encourage more commuters to put their journeys at off-peak hours.
Inter-religious and Cultural International Conference opens in Colombo
2012-11-05 15:45:14
World peace should begin from Sri Lanka, a country which has given strong message of peace to the world, said Venerable Master Chin Kung here on Saturday.