While my wife and I have enjoyed some excellent hotels in China, we decided on our last vacation, in Shanghai, to get more in touch with local life by staying at people's homes. We had never met these people, but that didn't deter us.
In July 1999, China sent its first scientific research cruise to the Arctic Ocean with 60 scientists aboard Xuelong, the country's only icebreaker. A photo in China Daily showed the vessel heading for the Bering Sea.
The marked improvements made to its environment have laid the foundations for the economy in Licang district in Qingdao, in eastern Shandong province, to really take of and brought new vitality to its tourism sector, according to officials.
As an important city involved in the ancient Silk Road and the national Belt and Road Initiative, Chengdu has taken a leading role in promoting cultural exchanges and cooperation in the region.
"I really like the atmosphere of Chengdu. The local people are friendly and warmhearted. When walking on the street, people will say nihao to you with a smile."
Chengdu's unique culture and history, which blends both old and new, make it a great place to experience and visit, said British author and speaker John Howkins, who has worked to help China to develop its creative sector.
A battle royal between internet giants for the lucrative Chinese rights to livestream online the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia was resolved only weeks ahead of the global sports gala, which kicks off on Thursday.
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