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trip & travel guide for skier to ski in china skiing resort for winter vacation tour in yabuli Trip & Travel Guide for Skier to Ski in China Skiing Resort for Winter Vacation Tour Background Information for Major Ski Resort Ski Resorts Location around Ski Resorts Location around China Yabuli Int'l Ski Center Ha'erbing Mudanjiang trails 70Km Nanshan Ski Resort Beijing China Beidahu Skiing Resort Changchun total trails 20Km Huaibei Int'l Ski slope Beijing China Changbaishan Ski Resort Changchun total trails over 10Km Saibei ski Resort Beijing Erlongshan Ski slope Ha'erbing total trails 5.6Km Shijinglong Skiing Resort Beijing Alshan Skiing Resort Ulanhot Mulan Royal Ski Resort Chengde Skiing Tours Tour Code Tour name or itinerary Days & note Quotation(per person, minimum 2perosns) S-Yabuli-01 Harbin Yabuli ski tour 4 165USD+ S-Yabuli-02 Beijing Mudanjiang Yabuli ski tour 6 (plane) 696USD+ S-Yabuli-021 Beijing Mudanjiang Yabuli ski trip 4 (plane) 580USD+ S-Yabuli-03 Beijing Yabuli ski tour 7 (train) 490USD+ S-Yabuli-031 Beijing Yabuli ski tour 5 (train) 380USD+ S-Yabuli-05 Beijing Harbin Yabuli ski tour 6 (plane) 550USD+ S-Yabuli-051 Beijing Harbin Yabuli skiing trip 4 (plane) 440USD+ S-Yabuli-06 Harbin Ice & Snow Sculpture Festival tour 3 190USD+ S-Yabuli-061 Harbin Ice & Snow Iced Creations Festival and Yabuli ski tour 5 350USD+ S-Wjm-01 Harbin Wujimi ski slope for skiing tour 6 490USD+ S-001 Beijing Shenyang Changchun Harbin Yabuli winter tour 9 830USD+ S-Beidahu-01 Beiing Jilin Beidahu ski resort skinng trip 6 (plane) 63USD+ S-Beidahu-02 Beijing Jilin Beidahu ski trip 7 (train) 445USD+ S-Sjl-01 Shijinglong ski resort skiing tourt 2 150USD+ S-Sjl-02 Shijinglong skiing tour 1 70USD+ S-Nanshan-01 Nanshan ski tour 3 148USD+ S-Wanlong-01 Beijing Wanlong ski tour 4 (car) 360USD+ S-Wanlong-02 Beijing Wanlong ski tour 7 (car) 530USD+ S-Xiling-01 Mt.Xiling ski tour 4 S-Yfs-01 Yunfoshan ski resort tour 2 160USD+ S-Yfs-02 Yunfoshan ski resort tour 1 90USD+ S-SN122L Sichuan Snow & Ice Tour 7 S-Emeishan-01 Emeishan ski tour 5 150USD+ S-Tsn-01 Beijing-Xinjiang Urumuqi tianshan ski tour 6 880USD+ Local Chinese Ski Tour Group To join local ski tour group, Participant could ski in the resorts at low cost with basic service (although the service quality just so-so) and transportation, and almost all the participants are Chinese with Chinese speaking guide service only, although some young Chinese participant in this group could speaking English for your basic exchange. "Travel guide to China ski resorts" page covers almost all major ski resorts (slopes) in China with general information and some necessary travel arrangement for skier winter vacation In China , as a new sport activity, skiing resorts spread rapidly over the country, attract many foreigners for vacation in recent years with it lower cost. In China , the best resorts for really skiing just located in north-east area of China, such as Yabuli, Erlongshan, Beidahu, Changbaishan and Alshan Resorts around Ha'erbin and Changchun, with the best facilities, equipment, management and good weather, ideal slopes, terrain for skiing. If for professional or expert skiing, then you must to be there. Total about 110 ski & snowing resorts in northwest of china, and about 60 ski & snowing resorts in Heilongjiang province. 2nd , there are about 15 ski resorts donated around Beijing, with modern equipment and management, which is closest to the Beijing International A'port compersion to the north-east area, if family members travel, then Beijing is your destination for winter vacation. 3rd , in Sichuan, there are 4 snow and ice with skiing resorts around Chengdu. If you love both giant panda and skiing with family members, then Chengdu is your best destination for family vacation. Xiling Ski Resort Chengdu Emeishan Ski Resort Chengdu Wanlong ski resort Zhangjiakou Wawushan Snow & Ice World Chengdu Yulong Xueshan Ski Resort Lijiang Huishan ski resort Shenyang Jingyuetan Ski Resort Changchun Dongbeiya ski resort Shenyang Songhuahu ski resort Changchun Yuquan Ski Resort Ha'erbing Wujimi Ski Resort Ha'erbing Yueliangwan Ski Resort Ha'erbing Snow World Ski Resort Beijing Linshan Ski Resort Beijing Jindinghu Ski Resort Beijing Pinggu Ski Resort Beijing Cuiyunshan Ski Resort Beijing Yunfoshan Ski Resort Beijing If need information more about any ski resorts in China, just e-mail us. Name list for other china ski resorts The best 2 ski resorts with both alpine (alps) and cross country (nordic) ski trails, as well as for professional & athlete: Changbaishan ski resort and Beidahu ski resort. The best 2 ski resorts for tourist skiing: Yabuli ski slope and Nanshan ski resort. The best 2 ski resorts for family with children: Beijing Snow world and Sichuan Xiling ski resort. The best 2 ski resorts in & closest to town: Beijing Yabuluoni Ski and Jingyuetan ski resort in Changchun. Ski Tour Reservation & Payment 1, Tell us your date and flight with time of both departure and Arrival in China, make sure our quotation; 2, mail us your profiles such as name, sex, date of birth, nationality and passport number for reservation; 3, once the ski tour and flight (or train ticket) available, we will inform you to make bank wire full payment to the account of our corp.; 4, after that, we will make re-confirmation to you on this reservation, and mail you some details of arrangement for your tour; 5, in general, ski fee includes: ski gears (ski boards or and snow board), ski boots, ski poles, lift for alpine ski; 6, most accommodation in slopes without b'fast in their rate; 7, all tours (special the train number / time, flight /time) subject to its adjusted if necessary. Note : To save, it's better that you arrange your ski vacation not falling on the weekend, festival & holiday date or around. Usually, in ski resort skiing and accommodation on Fri/Sat/Sun cost as much as 125% than usual, and the festival & holiday days 140-170%. And the festivals & holidays dates in China for winter ski vacation as: New Year (4days as 31Dec, 01-03Jan) Xmas day(2days as 24-25Dec) Spring Festival (Chinese New Year, 8days as 30Dec--07Jan Chinese Calendar) In general, you can ski natural snow after 01Dec (better after 10Dec) in slopes in Northeastern China, and after 15Dec (better after 20Dec) in Beijing area, after 25Dec in slopes around Yangtze River. For winter ice climbing tour in Siguniangshan All information on China Ski in this website just for reference only Home Tibet Tour Yangtze River Giant Panda Sichuan Over China Special Guizhou Shop Contacting information E-mail: cits@4panda.com About our Corp.
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Central America : Travel Tips : International Travel : Travelocity area: network~tipsadvice catID: product_category: -- Guides & Advice : Traveler Advice : Tips & Advice Home : International Travel Central America Jungles, volcanoes, dazzling wildlife, and more await you in Central America--but so do several health risks. Staying healthy can make or break any trip, so read on to get some preparatory information about the regions health challenges. Enjoying your trip to its fullest always involves some amount of preparation and knowledge, so to make your planning easier weve put together some basic information outlining the general risks you might face in Central America. Consult the World Health Organization (WHO) or the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for the most up-to-date information on current health risks, and ask your physician about the best courses of vaccinations and malaria prophylaxis for the area youre visiting. Food and Water: Stick with bottled or purified water, and only eat cooked vegetables and peeled fruit, as well as well-cooked meat and seafood--these simple rules can easily be the key to staying healthy during your vacation in Central America. Except in the most established and hygienic of restaurants, ceviche, a regional specialty of raw seafood salad, should be avoided, especially if it has any shellfish in it. Milk is not pasteurized in Belize, Guatemala, and Honduras, so avoid all dairy products. If youre really craving some milk, mix powdered or tinned milk with purified water as a safe alternative. The Elements: When youre in the tropics, youre in prime sunshine territory. Clearly this is a plus for all us sun-worshipping folk, but its important to protect yourself from damaging UV rays. Apply lots of sunscreen throughout the day, try to limit your exposure to the sun when you can, and wear protective clothing. Also, be sure to drink lots of water to stave off dehydration. Drink up even when youre not thirsty, and especially if youre engaging in outdoors activities. Combined with the intensity of the sun, even mild dehydration can really put an unpleasant tinge on your experience. Altitude Sickness: If youre planning on doing some trekking in the mountains or on volcanoes, be prepared for some possible bouts of altitude sickness--something that cannot be prevented, but can definitely be alleviated quite easily. For more information, read our How to Avoid Altitude Sickness tip. Health Risks: Costa Rica and Panama generally present few risks (other than those pertaining to food and water) if you stick to the big cities, beaches, and main tourist spots. However, these countries rural areas--as well as other surrounding countries--contain maladies that you should know about. Malaria is a year-round risk in Belize, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Honduras, and Panama--with the exception of urban areas. If you plan on venturing outside of the cities, consult your doctor several months before your departure to determine the best course of malaria medication for you. Dengue fever has been reported in the above countries, so arm yourself against mosquitoes with strong insect repellent. Mosquitoes are easily attracted to moisture--mosquito nets are advised if youre staying in coastal areas. For more information on dealing with insects, read our Creepy, Crawly Critters tip. Rabies is widespread throughout Central America, so abstain from provoking stray dogs or other animals in the wild. If you get bitten, seek medical help immediately. Fluke illnesses (from bacteria transmitted in food), Chagas disease, leptospirosis, and lesihmaniasis have been reported in rural foci throughout the region. Schistosomiasis (bilharzia) occurs in some freshwater sources, so avoid swimming and paddling in freshwater whenever possible (for more information on this matter, read our Take Me to the River tip). 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TRAVEL LEISURE TOURS HOTELS RESORTS LAOS Map of Laos Laos Visa Requirement LAOS AT A GLANCE Official Name : State of LAO P.D.R. : Head of State : Head of Government : Official Language : Land Area : Population : Currency : GDP per Capita : Main Exports : Main Imports : Exports : Imports : Lao People's Democratic Republic People's Democratic State President Nouhak PHOUMSAVANH Minister Khamtay SIPHANDONE Lao 236,800 square kilometres 4,581,128 (1995) Kip US$350 (1994-1995) Electricity, timber and wood products, garments and texties, coffee, tin, Petroleum, machinery and raw materials, vehicles, cement, iron, fabrics US$209.40 (1994-1995) US$375.40 (1994-1995) The Lao People's Democratic Republic is located in South East Asia at the centre of the Indochinese Peninsula between latitude 14-23 degrees north and longitude 100108 degrees east. Laos has an eastern border of 1,957 km with the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, a western border of 1,730 km with the Kingdom of Thailand, a southern border of 492 km with the Kingdom of Cambodia a northern border of 416 km with the People's Republic of China and a North Western border of 230 km with the Union of Myanmar. Total area of Laos is 236,800 square kilometres, three quarters of which is mountainous and forest-covered 40 % while the country is rich in natural resources, such as mineral deposits, including 1 billion tons of high quality iron are between 60-70%, lead, gold, tin and 8200-8232 calorie/gram coal. Although the Lao P.D.R. has no direct access to the sea, it has the Mekong River which is the main river of the country flowing north to south. In addition, there are many branch rivers which nourish agriculture. Laos people use it as a power source which supplies hydro-electric of over 18,000 MW from 57 dams. The Population of the Lao P.D.R. is estimated at 4,581,128 (1995) and population density remains one of the lowest in the region at 19 persons per square kilometre with a population increase rate of 2.64 %. The Lao population is ethnically diverse with up to 68 different ethnic groups identified inhabiting the country, with various languages, cultures and traditions which are classified into three groups: The Lao Loam, who occupy the lowlands plains and the Mekong River valley, and constitute about 56% of the total population; the Lao Thing, who occupy the mountain slopes, comprising about 34% of the population, and the high mountain Lao, constituting about 9% of the total population, and one per cent foreigners. LAOS VISA REQUIREMENT - Request for Laos Visa Approval should be emailed to asiatrav@asiatravel.com giving the following informations: Family Name and Giving Name and Sex Nationaltiy Passport Number - Date of Issued & Expiry Date of Birth Occupation Date of Arrival ** It takes another 2 working days to obtain Lao visa aproval Ater getting the Laos Visa Approval, travellers have to obtain Lao Visa Stamp at the Lao Embassy in their own country or in Bangkok with the following documents: 2 Visa Application Form (Photocopy accepted) 2 photos Original Passport **It takes another 2 working days to obtain Lao visa stamp FOR TRAVELLERS WHO WISH TO OBTAIN LAO VISA ONLY The Arrangement fees is US$95 HOW TO REACH LAO PDR One can arrive in Vientiane either by air or by land BY AIR - From Bangkok, Hanoi or Phnompenh to Vientiane BY TRAIN - From Bangkok to Nongkai **Train from Bangkok to Nongkai travels at night berth. Upon arrival at Nongkai in the morning, you will have to take taxi or rickshaw to Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge and cross the border. The guide will wait for you after Lao Immigration to transfer you to Vientiane. Asia Travel || Laos Hotels & Resorts