Winter Sports Fever Sweeps the Chinese Mainland
From icy ski slopes in the north to pop-up ice rinks in southern cities, residents and tourists across the Chinese mainland are embracing winter sports with unique local twists.
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Border closure turns Thai-Cambodian gateway into ghost town
Since July 2025, clashes have closed Thailand’s southern border checkpoint with Cambodia, halting travel to Sihanoukville and Phnom Penh and turning a busy hub into a ghost town.
Italian Influencer Explores Wenchang’s Aerospace Rise and Tourism Boom
Italian influencer Francesco Mattesi revisits Wenchang’s transformation, highlighting its aerospace boom and tourism surge as the city emerges as a hub of innovation and coastal culture.
U.S. Proposes Social Media History Checks for Visa-Free Tourists
The U.S. government is considering a plan requiring visa-free travelers to share years of social media history, sparking privacy concerns and potential tourism impacts.
Young Voices Decode Hainan Free Trade Port Potential
Young thinkers from across G20 nations weigh in on the upcoming Hainan Free Trade Port, exploring fresh paths in trade, sustainable tourism, startups and island lifestyle.
Japan’s Pink Mask: From Kawaii Culture to Military Might
Japan’s kawaii-driven pink mask conceals a strategic pivot: accelerated defense spending, arms exports and rising nationalism fueling anti-foreigner sentiment.
Putin Approves Visa-Free Entry for Citizens of the Chinese Mainland
Russia has waived visa requirements for citizens of the Chinese mainland until September 14, 2026, allowing 30-day tourism or business visits.
Discover Ocean Flower Island’s Maritime Marvel in Danzhou, Hainan
Ocean Flower Island in Danzhou, Hainan blends seaside residences, conference spaces and cultural hubs, reviving maritime heritage and boosting the province’s status as a top tourism hotspot.
Okinawa Tourism Slumps as Chinese Mainland Visitor Numbers Plunge
Okinawa’s tourism sector reels as visitors from the Chinese mainland and Hong Kong drop amid diplomatic tensions, impacting local businesses and spending.
Chinese mainland expands on-arrival permits for residents of Taiwan
The Chinese mainland will expand on-arrival travel permits for residents of Taiwan to 100 ports, offering up to 3-month stays and free admission to over 1,000 scenic areas.