Snow scenery at Jiayu Pass scenic spot in N China

2012-12-25 15:32:08

Photo taken on Dec. 21, 2012 shows a gate tower of the Jiayu Pass scenic spot after snowfall in Jiayuguan City, northwest China's Gansu Province

Artists create sand sculptures on beach of Puri, India

2012-12-25 15:05:56

Photos show some of the 500 Santa Claus sand sculptures created by students of sand artist Sudarshan Pattnaik's sand art school for Christmas celebrations on the beach of Puri in India.

Amazing Guinness World Records in 2012

2012-12-25 14:59:18

Amazing Guinness World Records in 2012

Beijing-Guangzhou high-speed railway

2012-12-25 14:37:15

China is set to open the world's longest high-speed railway on Dec. 26, linking Beijing and the southern economic center of Guangzhou.

Gorgeous rime scenery in Lushan mountain

2012-12-25 13:57:34

Photo taken on Dec 23, 2012 shows the rime scenery at the Lushan mountain scenic area in east China's Jiangxi province.

Snow-covered Jiayuguan in NW China

2012-12-25 13:57:34

A woman walks with a camel beside the Jiayu Pass after snowfall in Jiayuguan city, northwest China's Gansu province.

Little luxuries for well-seasoned travelers

2012-12-24 17:34:36

Looking for the perfect gift for the well traveled and well heeled? Here are several suggestions to pamper your favorite gal-pal or bosom buddy, and some unusual stocking stuffers.

Gather the gal pals

2012-12-24 13:41:29

The holiday season is just round the corner, and two-day breaks are an ideal opportunity to enjoy some "me-time", alone or with friends. Pauline D. Loh has some suggestions.

All year skiing: From China to Chile

2012-12-24 13:40:23

Writers who have traveled the world on skis let you know what you can expect during ski season around the world, month by month.

All year skiing: From China to Chile

2012-12-23 08:19:27

There is always snow, but what can you expect if you want to ski any time of the year? Writers who have traveled the world on skis let you know what you can expect during ski season around the world.

Sanya Ritz offers unparalleled luxury

2012-12-22 19:26:32

"It is great to work in such a beautiful area," says Goget, an American born in France who has been at the helm of The Ritz-Carlton Sanya since 2007, before it opened.

Shanghai Xijiao State Guest Hotel: Secret gardens

2012-12-22 19:23:39

There's more to Shanghai's preeminent State guest hotel than meets the eye.