With the resumption of travel and tourism to China in full swing, Mastercard and Alipay, China’s digital open platform under Ant Group, announced the launch of a new payments option that provides international arrivals to China with another simple and secure way to go cashless when visiting the country. Expanding on a partnership established in…
Ritz-Carlton Reserve debuts in Jiuzhaigou, China with 87 villas
Rissai Valley, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve, the latest resort in the prestigious Ritz-Carlton Reserve portfolio, was unveiled in Jiuzhaigou, a valley on the edges of the Qinghai-Tibet plateau in China’s Southwestern Sichuan province. The region is an area of exceptional natural beauty with spectacular alpine mountains soaring above a fairyland of forests, lakes, and waterfalls, and has…
The Lux Collective and Lijiang Yulong Tourism Ltd celebrate a 10-year partnership in Yunnan, China
This year marks a decade-long partnership between Lijiang Yulong Tourism Ltd and global hospitality group The Lux Collective, which first began in 2013. In celebration of the milestone, Lijiang Yulong Tourism Ltd and LUX* Tea Horse Road had collaborated with international editorial photographer and author Mr Michael Freeman to present an exclusive photo exhibition “Michael…
Finnair serves up 35 years of flights to China
Finnair is celebrating 35 years of flying to China and connecting Asia with Europe. This major milestone for the Nordic carrier comes as it also celebrates its centenary as one of the earliest pioneers in aviation. Finnair’s first flight to China took off on 2 June 1988, with a new non-stop service to Beijing, becoming…
Shennongjia: ‘Mini Switzerland’ in China
With its rolling mountains, glistening water, rich plants, and rare animals, it’s no wonder that Shennongjia, located in central China’s Hubei Province, is known as the “Mini Switzerland” of China. “When I visited Shennongjia, I felt as though I had stumbled upon the enchanting mountains and waters of Switzerland. It is a must-visit destination for…
“Travelogue of China” media exchange activity kicks off in Qingdao, E China’s Shandong
QINGDAO, China, May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — A report from GLOBAL TIMES ONLINE: The launching ceremony of a media exchange activity, called “Travelogue of China,” was held in Qingdao city, east China’s Shandong Province, on May 22. Around 30 journalists from 18 countries attended the ceremony. The activity invites the journalists to discover historical and cultural…
Airlines Are Wary About Restarting Flights To China
After being isolated for over three years since the initial Covid-19 outbreak, China made the bold step to stop quarantine and testing for all inbound international travellers. The easing of COVID-19 restrictions in China has seen a quick response from regional carriers, with China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, and Cathay Pacific increasing their services…
China Eastern Ups Services To Sydney And Melbourne
China Eastern Airlines has announced that it will increase its Sydney-Shanghai route to three weekly flights commencing on 16 January in response to the easing of COVID-19 restrictions in China. During the pandemic time, the route was only operated once per week. China Eastern will also begin running thrice-weekly flights between Melbourne and Shanghai on…
IATA Slam Covid-19 Tests For Travellers From China
IATA has criticised countries’ decisions to impose coronavirus tests and other measures on Chinese travellers as futile “knee-jerk” reactions. A rising number of countries, including the United States, Canada, Japan, and France, have insisted on negative Covid-19 testing prior to entry. The measures were implemented because of an increase in outbreaks in China following Beijing’s…
China Matters’ Feature: A Modern Makeover of a 600-year City
Originally set up as a defense post against pirates and other foes during the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644), Suochengli was later converted to a residential area for civilians to live. How has an ancient city survived in the middle of downtown Yantai? How are the oldest parts of the city changing to stay connected with modern…
