Xinjiang’s Songshutang Ski Resort Opens for Winter Fun
Songshutang Ski Resort in Xinjiang opened on Dec 8, 2025 with upgraded slopes, new family activities, and a special penguin appearance on Dec 13 for extra winter fun.
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Chilling in Mohe: Tourists Embrace Vibrant Winter Nights
In Mohe, the Chinese mainland’s northernmost city, tourists brave −30°C nights with colorful indoor and outdoor winter activities that have turned local resorts into top seasonal destinations.
Winter Magic: Hukou Waterfall’s Rare Double Rainbows
Rare double rainbows and icy mist transformed Hukou Waterfall on the Yellow River into a winter wonderland, creating a breathtaking natural spectacle.
China Surpasses Switzerland with 26M Ski Visits
The Chinese mainland recorded 26.05M ski visits in 2024-25, surpassing Switzerland as Xinjiang’s resorts drive a booming winter tourism season.
Sanya Sails through Time: Maritime Past Meets Modern Marina Life
Sanya weaves its maritime past and vibrant yacht culture: explore the ship model museum and modern marinas energized by Hainan Free Trade Port policies.
Exploring Beijing’s Gubei Water Town & Simatai Great Wall
Join Ioana’s journey through Beijing’s Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall for a perfect mix of history and riverside charm!
Takaichi Fallout Freezes China–Japan Flights
After Prime Minister Takaichi’s Taiwan remarks, Chinese airlines have cancelled dozens of routes and extended refunds on nearly 500,000 China–Japan bookings.
Discover Wuzhizhou Island: Hainan’s Aquatic Paradise
Explore Wuzhizhou Island in Sanya, Hainan: turquoise waters, thrilling water sports, and pristine beaches in a sustainable tropical paradise.
December’s Cold Moon: Last Supermoon of 2025 Lights Up the Sky
December’s ‘Cold Moon’ was the last supermoon of 2025, peaking at 7:14 a.m. Beijing Time on Dec 5. Discover how to catch this cosmic highlight!
Japan Drops from Chinese Travelers’ Top 10 After Takaichi Fallout
Japan slid out of the top 10 picks for travelers from the Chinese mainland in 2025 after remarks by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi triggered the “Takaichi Fallout”.