Explainer: Why are tourist trains gaining steam in China?
[Photo/Xinhua]
May Day holiday, China's five-day 'Golden Week' holiday, is just around the corner. As millions put their travel plans in motion, many will be hopping on board one of the country's specialist tourist train trips.
What do tourist trains look like? Which routes are popular? Why are they so popular now? Here are some facts and tips for you.
What are tourist trains?
Tourist trains exclusively ply certain scenic travel routes. The whole train is reserved for tour groups, with guides, a medical team, and railway crews on hand to make the trip go smoothly. Tourist trains either head directly to one key destination or travel via several tourist sites along the way.
Related articles
Ricky Stenhouse punching Kyle Busch could lead to suspension
NORTH WILKESBORO, N.C. (AP) — Ricky Stenhouse Jr. threw a right hook at Kyle Busch, and suddenly, an2024-05-21Adorable children danced with dragons to celebrate the Spring Festival and welcome Lantern Festival
Beijing, February20 (Youth.cn) -On February 20th, 2024, in Taizhou, ZhejiangProvince, children from2024-05-21The past continues to shape our future
A Western Zhou (c. 11th century-771 BC) bronze ritual vessel, He zun, for holding wine.[Photo provid2024-05-21Xi Sends Condolences to Biden over Kissinger's Death
Contact Us HomeNewsHighlightACWF NewsSocietyWom2024-05-21Biden says Brown v. Board of Education ruling was about more than education
WASHINGTON (AP) — The landmark 1954 Supreme Court ruling that desegregated schools was about more th2024-05-21Cultural conference opens in Xinjiang
The conference explores how literature and art can play a better role in cultural exchange among the2024-05-21
atest comment