Westin spreads its network to more Chinese cities

2013-10-19 08:27:10

Westin Hotels & Resorts is planning a wider hospitality network in China with new openings in Hainan, Qingdao and Chongqing.

China through Eyes of Foreigners-Episode 6

2013-10-18 16:04:13

This episode covers the first day as the group visited the Financial District, Ancient Cultural Street, Wudadao and ended the day with a cruise along Haihe.

Thai style entertainment

2013-10-18 14:43:55

Typically featuring an all-male cast dressed to the nines as showgirls, ladyboy shows are practically Thailand's calling card.

Shuttle bus makes time fly for Beijing commuters

2013-10-18 08:10:44

A subscription bus service is gaining popularity with commuters in Beijing, especially private car owners, the service provider says.

Easier UK visas to lure Chinese tourists

2013-10-18 09:45:12

The UK will make it easier for Chinese nationals to apply for visas to visit the country, a move designed to lure more Chinese tourists.

Madame Tussauds to open in Beijing

2013-10-17 11:30:06

As the 16th Madame Tussauds worldwide and the fourth one to open in China, the Beijing location will be a multi-million yuan investment, located in the heart of the city close to Tiananmen Square.

River valley produces wetlands wonder

2013-10-17 07:13:43

As I travel from Genhe city to Hailar district in the Inner Mongolia autonomous region's most northeast area of Hulunbuir, I manage to squeeze in half a day to explore the mesmerizing Ergun Wetland.

Black is losing its luster

2013-10-17 07:13:43

Members of the Heiyi (black-clothed) Zhuang ethnic group still maintain their traditional lifestyle. But villagers worry it is fast disappearing. Li Yang visits them in Napo county, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region.

Tourism industry in Diqing gets overhaul

2013-10-17 10:05:28

Travel agencies and tour guides in the Diqing Tibetan autonomous prefecture, reeling from reports over abusive tour guides, will have more government oversight as part of the nation's new tourism law, officials said.

Picturesque autumn scenery in Beijing's Huairou

2013-10-16 14:42:54

Photo taken on Oct 15, 2013 shows the picturesque autumn scenery at Tianhechuan scenic zone in Huairou, on the outskirts of Beijing, China.

Scenery of Gongga Shan in Sichuan

2013-10-16 10:53:19

Gongga Shan, or Minya Konka, is the "King of Sichuan Mountains" with the highest peak of 7,556 meters.

More tourists driving themselves

2013-10-14 06:33:06

With rates of automobile ownership on the rise nationwide, more and more Chinese people are choosing to drive themselves when on vacation.