Tourist finds new species of orchid
2013-04-18 09:52:07
Scientists have confirmed that an orchid found by a tourist in South China is a new species.Uniquely, the orchid is entirely yellow, has no leaves for photosynthesis and carries the biggest seeds of all known orchids.
Anhui tightens rules covering historic buildings
2013-04-18 09:52:07
Anhui province will create "identity numbers" for local ancient buildings and ban the removal of ancient structures from the province.
Huaxi sees tourism as driver for future growth
2013-04-18 09:52:07
Huaxi, the most affluent village in China, has eyed tourism as the next leading engine for its economy, a month after the death of its legendary leader.
Travelers behaving badly are as common as the call of nature
2013-04-18 09:51:18
Six Danes on a tour bus in Shanghai had a few drinks too many. They started singing and getting a bit frisky.
Sailing with the new tide
2013-04-16 08:01:17
With its turquoise-blue seas, magnificent resorts, signature golf courses and tropical climate, tourists flock to the Bahamas in droves every year, but as savvy investors know, there is much more to this archipelago than whitesand beaches.
Tour like a local in Europe
2013-04-17 16:21:26
Chinese tourists to Europe will soon be able to travel with an insider's knowledge about the continent.
New entry fees for scenic town
2013-04-17 09:09:07
Tourists have been charged 148 yuan ($23.93) for a ticket to visit the old town since April 10. Entry was previously free.
Visitors get into close touch with fish in HK Ocean Park
2013-04-17 09:00:20
Visitors get into close touch with fish in HK Ocean Park
16th Suzhou Int'l Tourism Festival kicks off
2013-04-17 08:59:54
16th Suzhou Int'l Tourism Festival kicks off
Morning scenery of local residences in Hongcun, China's Anhui
2013-04-17 08:58:08
Morning scenery of local residences in Hongcun, China's Anhui
Water Splashing Festival marked in SW China
2013-04-16 10:47:23
Performers dance at the Water Splashing Festival in Jinghong, Southwest China's Yunnan province, April 14, 2013.
In for the long haul
2013-04-15 13:26:52
Shangri-La is set to expand as it focuses on catering to business travelers, Matthew Fulco reports in Shanghai.