Ice and snow sit high on tourists' wish lists

Winter destinations gaining popularity as Beijing prepares for 2022 Olympics

Despite winds and deep winter chills, snow-capped provinces and regions in the northern part of China saw quick growth in tourism during the Spring Festival holiday.

The China National Tourism Administration reported a record 344 million domestic visits paid by Chinese mainland travelers during the seven-day holiday, an increase of 13.8 percent compared with last year. Total tourism revenue reached 423.3 billion yuan ($61.6 billion).