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Page 6 of 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 Interview with Alcuin Li, general manager, Shun Tak Travel Services Limited Aug. 8, 2005
For a nation like China, in which the penetration of Internet crossed 100 million users recently or services from call centre are expanding, traditional local travel services still continue to play an important role, according to Alcuin Li, general manager, Shun Tak Travel Services Limited.
Revaluation's Effect on China Travel Minimal Aug. 7, 2005
If you're wondering how the recent revaluation of China's currency might effect the cost of a trip to China this summer or fall, here's a piece of advice: Don't worry.
Online travel portals see strong results Aug. 6, 2005
Two NASDAQ-listed Chinese online travel service providers -- Ctrip and eLong -- both reported strong results in the second quarter with increasing custom and a seasonal rebound of travels by the Chinese people.
China Life, Hainan Airlines Join Hands in Aviation Insurance Aug. 5, 2005
China Life Insurance Company and Hainan Airlines Group Thursday signed an intention agreement to establish a long-term strategic partnership in insurance, customer service and brand promotion.
Travel agencies compete to set up airlines Aug. 4, 2005
After the maiden flight of Spring Airlines, many domestic travel agencies such as China East Star Group Co., Ltd. of Wuhan, Guangdong China Travel Service (Holdings) Ltd. (GDCTS) and China CYTS Tours Holding Co., Ltd. (CYTS) are planning to establish their own airlines and GDCTS has even confirmed that it intends to set up its own low-cost airlines by way of joint venture.
Tourism brought China 14.2 billion USD forex revenue Aug. 4, 2005
According to the National Tourism Administration, the number of travelers visiting China in the first half was 58.3 million, increasing 13.38% year on year. Estimated amount of forex revenue was 14.2 billion USD, up 21.41% over a year earlier.
Buddhism Festival to Be Staged in Shanxi Aug. 4, 2005
The Second China Wutai Mountain Buddhism Festival and Buddhism Arts Expo is scheduled to begin on August 21 in north China's Shanxi Province.
Tibetan Tourism Welcomes Its Golden Season Aug. 4, 2005
From August to October each year, Tibet has the most pleasant climate and the highest percentage of oxygen, making it the best season for travel.
BTG-Jianguo goes for TravelCLICK's iHotelier Central Reservation System Aug. 3, 2005
TravelCLICK, through a partnership with Beijing Great Consulting Co., Ltd. (BGCC), has reached a multi-year agreement with BTG-Jianguo Hotels and Resorts to provide GDS and website connectivity via the iHotelier central reservation system.
World Carnival Opens in Beijing Aug. 1, 2005
The World Carnival, the famous mobile fun fair, opens Friday afternoon in Beijing as scheduled.
Old Church in Shanghai to Be Repaired Aug. 1, 2005
The oldest Christian church in the city is expected to undergo a complete renovation over the next two to three years to restore its appearance to the way it looked 136 years ago, city officials said yesterday.
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