2025 Changli Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in June)

Along China's vast coastline, countless gems are scattered, each sea area hiding its own unique island charm. Now, let's embark on a journey to discover these captivating seaside resorts. 🌊Fujian・Pingtan Island Pingtan Island, a dreamlike wonderland, holds a unique romance. As night falls, the mysterious "Blue Tears" phenomenon quietly unfolds, with dots of blue fluorescence flickering and leaping between the waves, like stars falling into the sea, instantly transporting you to a mystical marine wonderland. Stone houses scattered along the coast, caressed by the sea breeze, quietly tell stories of time, filled with tranquility and peace. In the distance, wind turbines turn gently in the wind, adding a touch of vitality and vibrancy to this crystal-clear seascape. 🌊Guangdong・Nan'ao Island Shantou's Nan'ao Island is full of charm. The blue sky, turquoise sea, and long cross-sea bridge complement each other. The bridge, like a light ribbon, connects the land and the island, spanning the vast sea. The sand on Qing'ao Bay is fine and soft, and the water is so clear that you can see the bottom, making it the perfect choice for enjoying the sun, sand, and embracing the sea. Strolling along the beach, the sea breeze carries the scent of the ocean, making you feel intoxicated. 🌊Hebei・Aranya Aranya is not just a beach; it's a place where art and nature blend perfectly. By the sea, the lonely library stands quietly, its books carrying countless stories, narrating the passage of time along with the surging waves. The pure white chapel, simple and sacred, nestles against the vast sea, creating a breathtaking picture. Here, you can feel the tranquility and beauty of the sea in an artistic atmosphere, and your soul will be healed. 🌊Hainan・Lingshui・Hainan Lingshui's coastline is winding and charming, with crystal-clear waters, and Fenjiezhou Island embedded like a dazzling pearl. With its superior ecological environment, it's a paradise for diving enthusiasts. Dive into the seabed and explore a colorful and wonderful world. Coconut trees sway in the sea breeze, sunlight filters through the leaves, casting dappled shadows, adding a romantic touch to this beach, like a real-life tropical vacation paradise. 🌊Jiangsu・Lian Island The beauty of Lian Island is unique and captivating. The beach of Suma Bay is like a painting, and the scenery of mountains and seas is mesmerizing. Walking along the seaside boardwalk, the sea breeze gently caresses your face, and the sound of waves lapping against the reefs is crisp and pleasant, washing away all your worries. Here, you can immerse yourself in the gifts of nature and feel the power and gentleness of the sea. 🌊Fujian・Dongshan Island Dongshan Island is full of artistic atmosphere. The colorful houses of Nanmen Bay are scattered along the coast, forming a bright and beautiful landscape. In the evening, the afterglow of the setting sun spills onto the sea, dyeing the entire bay orange-red, creating a breathtaking view. The beach of Jinluan Bay is flat and wide, and under the sunlight, the seawater shimmers with golden light, like a golden ocean, making every photo a masterpiece. 🌊Shandong・Qingdao・Shandong Qingdao, this coastal city, is exceptionally charming. The Zhan Bridge extends into the sea, and the Huilan Pavilion, surrounded by waves, is magnificent. The European-style buildings of Badaguan complement the coastal scenery. Strolling through them is like traveling through time to a European town. The sand at Shilaoren Beach is fine and soft, with waves rolling in, making it a popular spot for seaside vacations. 🌊Zhejiang・Nanji Islands Nanji Island, known as one of the most beautiful islands in China, boasts rich marine ecology and breathtaking natural scenery. The sand at Dasha'ao Beach is white and fine, and the seawater is as blue as a gemstone. The lawn at Sanpanwei is lush and green, with strangely shaped rocks. Here, you can not only enjoy the magnificent sea view but also encounter stunning sunrises and sunsets, a tranquil and beautiful paradise.

#100waysoftravel Who knows! Every moment that time, I cried so much! Aranya in Qinhuangdao is known as the "Utopia of Literature and Art". This place combines various art forms such as aesthetics, music, literature, architecture, etc. Traveling here provides a transcendent travel art experience, where you can discover romantic little joys in your daily life. There are many cultural attractions that can be visited all year round, and I highly recommend walking in winter and summer as the scenery will be even better. Taichi Yue! Due to the fact that Anaya is different from traditional tourist attractions, it is a closed and privately managed community that can be accessed through the following four channels: 1. Consultation with the property owner: Can Anaya property owners help with the check-in procedures? 2. Admission with a ticket: If there are music festivals, drama festivals, or other performances in the community, you can enter with a ticket. 3. Accommodation guests: Book accommodation for people or hotels in the park, and enter "How to enter Anaya?" based on the reservation information

📍Attraction Address: Beidaihe District, Qinhuangdao City, Hebei Province 🚗Transportation: • Plane: You can first arrive at Beidaihe International Airport and then choose a suitable mode of transportation to the scenic area. • Train: Beidaihe Station is the train station closest to the scenic area. • City Transportation: Buses, taxis, and shared bicycles are all quite convenient. 👍️Must-visit Attractions: • Dove Nest Park: An excellent spot for watching the sunrise and bird watching. • Tiger Stone Marine Park: Fine sand and clear sea water, perfect for enjoying the coastal scenery. • Biluo Tower Bar Park: Full of romance and artistic atmosphere, with wonderful performances at night. 🎟️Ticket Information: • Dove Nest Park: Moderately priced tickets, available for purchase online or offline. • Tiger Stone Marine Park: Tickets are required for entry. • Biluo Tower Bar Park: Different activities and events have different ticket prices. 💗Other Tips: • The best travel time is from May to October; remember to protect yourself from the sun and heat in summer. • Taste local seafood, but make sure to choose fresh and hygienic restaurants. • Book accommodations in advance, especially during peak tourist seasons, to avoid having no place to stay. • Prepare comfortable walking shoes for strolling between attractions. • Bring a camera to capture the beautiful scenery. • Protect the environment by not littering and help maintain the beauty of the scenic area.

🚄Tianjin West - Beidaihe Station 🚕Beidaihe Station - Aranya (estimated 40min by Didi) Hotel - Aranya Art Center (entry stops at 5:30) Route: Azcoffee - Aranya Art Center - A Village Bakery - Seaside Cinema/Seaside Market - Third Canteen Book Aranya Chapel + The Lonely Library Day2 Breakfast: Anlan Hotel (luggage at the front desk) Morning: Finish visiting all the shops in Phase IV~ Shops: Huamei (cosmetics buyer shop), Bad Market (affordable trendy brand collection and cultural and creative store), One Way Space Bookstore (Aranya fridge magnets, cultural and creative items), ABC camping (outdoor lifestyle camping brand collection store), Seaside Market (Aranya comprehensive supermarket), Whiteout (shoe store) 🍱Lunch: Senhai Yinquan (Japanese cuisine) Call Sulan to pick up after lunch, move to Hotel - Su Ka Afternoon: Breeze Bar + Aranya Chapel + The Lonely Library 🦪Dinner: y sea restaurant opposite The Lonely Library 🌊Evening beach walk Day3 🍜Breakfast: Su Ka Hotel (luggage at the front desk) Bar Lotus (opens at 10 am) Sand Dune Art Museum🌫 Move to Hotel - Tangshe 🍲Lunch: Tang New Sichuan Cuisine Afternoon: Phase VI Cultural and Creative Street Shops: OK Center (trendy brand store), navie ideal country (coffee + alcohol + bookstore), Song of the White Bird (alcohol + fragrance), Seaside Market Theater (buy flowers), Su Gu (egg tarts, snow mountain buns), Aranya Beehive Theater Dinner: Dianjing Yunnan Traditional Crossing-the-Bridge Rice Noodles/TIESTIENS Jiangjiang/Small Walnut BBQ 🍎Tagi Big Apple + Seaside Concert Hall + Evening beach walk Day4 Breakfast: Tangshe Seaside sunrise (Tagi) Leave at 11 am~ (ps. For sisters who find it troublesome, just book one hotel and that's fine)

#Valentine's Day 2024 Some time ago, my bestie and I went to Qinhuangdao for a trip and came to the Yutian Qilihai Resort. We booked the Avila Courtyard in Spain online in advance, and we were amazed as soon as we entered the door! 😍There is a blue swimming pool🏊🏻 in the small yard, surrounded by🤍 white walls and colorful floor tiles, it feels like being in the Mediterranean. The room is also very beautiful, with a 🌸flower room, alcove, retro sofa, 📹record player, etc. Every corner is very artistic, take pictures and make movies📷 . We stayed for two nights and had different activities every day. 🌿The marine ranch in the fishing field, fed the cute animals, experienced the fishing water village, and learned about the life of fishermen. 🌸The terraced fields are covered with gesang flowers, which are as beautiful as a painting. 🚢Take a boat tour on the Tongcui River, enjoy the scenery on both sides of the river, and feel the scenery on the water. 🤹♀️The night show was so stunning! 👏The ​​first step is the island landing ceremony. A fantasy bridge rises from the Haihe River and connects to the island inside. There are huge water wheels, actors in strange costumes, giant puppets, wonderful light and shadow shows, and rich interactive performances on the island, making people feel as if they have entered a fantasy world of fishermen. Then there was the performance of Shiguang, a naked eye 3D holographic projection show. 🎆Fireworks show, 150w fireworks are nearly twice as powerful as Disney! The whole sky is lit up, it's so beautiful that it makes people hold their breath and stare at it👀 . Travel Tips✅ 🎫Tickets: Single person 120 | Double person 230 | Triple person 320, all the projects in the scenic area are available, each ticket comes with a 20r💰 full-site dining voucher ~ If you want to take a boat to see the water scenery, the boat ticket is 45r💰, and you can travel around the island. . . 🏨Accommodation: If you like taking photos, I suggest you stay at the Avila Courtyard in Spain. If you want to bring your children with you, you can stay at the Wonderland Family Hotel (Wonderland has a magic-themed children's room, and you can also leave your children there with special teachers) . 🚗Surrounding transportation: It takes 3 hours to drive from Beijing to here. You can take the Beijing-Qinhuangdao Expressway 🛣️ and it only takes 5 minutes to get there from the Changli South Expressway Exit. More than 2 hours from Tianjin, 20-40 minutes from Beidaihe Airport (depending on the traffic conditions). . #May1Travel #Qinhuangdao Fishing Field Qilihai #Spanish Style Courtyard #Qinhuangdao Fishing Field Qilihai Resort #Fishing Field Fireworks Feast #Take you to the fishing field to watch fireworks

📍 Anaya·EOSO Yun Song Hotel The calmness of the sea can keep people away from the hustle and bustle of the city Enjoy a sense of calm and composure People who live in the city for a long time yearn for a pure land of the soul With purity and beauty, stay here, play · In Qinhuangdao Anaya, where culture and art blend There is a boutique hotel standing on the coast The architectural design is from Aoyama Zhou Ping The design of the courtyard is by Lu Xi It also collects many masterpieces of art Every detail is full of artistic atmosphere · Anaya·EOSO Yun Song Hotel Located in the first phase of Anaya·Beidaihe's coastal area Adjacent to Anaya Chapel and Lonely Library Leaning on the soft beach and azure sea It is an ideal place for seaside vacation life in the north · Dark bronze doors, cement-colored low walls They are integrated with the surrounding landscape houses Although it is in the coastal area of Anaya's core area But as soon as you enter the courtyard, the hustle and bustle of the outside world is immediately isolated What replaces it is a quiet and leisurely atmosphere The dry landscape garden design by Lu Xi Let people feel different emotions in the changing scenery Either quiet, or vivid, or humorous It's like entering a private mansion hidden in the hustle and bustle · The overall design of Yun Song Hotel is dominated by simplicity Avoided too much stacking and decoration The artworks and rare books placed inside They are all carefully selected and collected by the person in charge for a long time Added a cultural atmosphere to the entire space The hotel is not large, with only 12 rooms Moderate and restrained, but with more sincerity Most of the rooms on the first floor have private courtyards All 3 rooms on the second floor are equipped with sea-view balconies Every element has been carefully considered and selected Smooth lines run through And the soft and warm hidden lighting system Highlights the comfortable atmosphere of returning home · The hotel also has a viewing platform stretching to the coastal beach There is a 17-meter infinity pool embedded in the sea front The poolside is surrounded by curtain daybeds, loungers and dining seats For guests to enjoy the sea and sky in a free, calm and elegant posture Appreciate the fusion of sea and sky, and dialogue with nature 📰

📍Location: Aranya in December. . 💙As we all know, Aranya is very photogenic, and you can get great shots anywhere. The sea in the north in winter, coupled with the full sense of design architecture, gives a sense of deja vu in minutes. . 📸Some of my favorite locations: Photo ①②: Doghouse, sunset light, full of atmosphere Photo ③④: Seaside concert hall, the red staggered structure is amazing Photo ⑤⑥: Lonely Library, side view and queue position Photo ⑦: Sand Dune Art Museum, shooting from inside to outside Photo ⑧: Skateboard Park, opposite the seaside of Phase 6 Photo ⑨⑩: Yin Hotel, go in the morning if you don't want shadows Photo 11,12: Phase 9 Auditorium, need to take a bus to get there Photo 13: Back of the cinema, on the west side of the 3rd canteen basketball court Photo 14: Auditorium, there are many people even in the off-season, can't hide... Photo 15: Swing on the beach opposite Phase 6 Photo 16,17: Seagulls near the auditorium, after the tide recedes

This is a nice weekend escape from Beijing - around 2hr15 ride on the fast speed train. The library and church are actually part of the Aranya resort and is located on the beach front of the resort. You can chose to stay in the resort or can also stay outside and pay only to enter the library area . I stayed outside and payed an entrance fee. However I would really recommend booking a room and staying in Aranya. You can’t really swim in the sea but the resort seems to have its own pool, restaurant and even a livehouse. Also if are able to avoid the holiday periods - you can actually get some nice deals at Aranya. #chinatravel #wecreate #beijing

An amazing getaway from Beijing. I try to go once a year to the beach nearest to the capital and I love to go in may before the crowds start coming. The weather is not that warm in may but I just love to feel the sand under my feet. This time we drove a car to Aranya. It took about 3 hours each way. As an alternative you can take a train from Beijing to Beidaihe or Qinhuangdao train station, they are not so far apart and from the station it’s very easy to take a taxi or DiDi. Aranya is a closed community with hotels, apartments, restaurants, shops, cinema and you need to live in one of the hotels or go to an event to be able to get access to enter. Once inside it is so amazing nice. The beach stretch is quite long and you can find a church, library and bars along the beach. As we entered we had lunch at HE Kitchen before heading to the beach. In the evening we had shake shack however there are multiple options for food if you want to explore. Very satisfying to just be by the ocean and get some vitamin Sea 🌊 #2023travelwish #passionpassport #Beidaihe #Aranya

Aranya! The best place to visit while you’re in Qinhuangdao! Totally worth it! This “little town” has got everything inside! The beach, many western restaurants and bars, outdoor movie area, cinema, library, church etc! The architecture is very modern! I will definitely return during summer! Would love to spend some summer holidays here! #holidays

Getting There - 2 hours by speed train from Beijing Attractions - Beaches, Church and more Hotels - Aranya beach resort Food & Restaurants - local and international food available Shopping - not recommended #china #金秋赏枫胜地 #登山 #国家公园 #本地遊 #境外遊

As the most famous high-end leisure area around Beijing, Anaya has been very popular for a while. Many people choose to go there in summer, but I actually prefer Anaya in winter. Winter is definitely the off-season. The advantages of the off-season are, first, fewer people, and second, cheaper accommodation. Accommodation that costs two to three thousand yuan during the peak season can be managed for only six to seven hundred yuan in winter! The most important thing is that the sea in winter has a unique charm: cold, aloof, and clear. Only at the lonely seaside in winter can you understand why it is called the loneliest library in the world. If you start from Beijing, you can drive about 300 kilometers to the Anaya Gold Coast community. Or you can take a train + taxi, 40 yuan from Changli Railway Station to Anaya / 70 yuan from Beidaihe Railway Station to Anaya / 110 yuan from Qinhuangdao Railway Station to Anaya. #Good Places to Go in the Suburbs

The sea is really a romantic place. Whether it is a walk on the beach or the sunrise and sunset at the beach, it is fascinating. Here is the Lonely Library and the white Aranya Auditorium. It's really worthwhile to come to Aranya when the weather is good. Transportation: Take a train from Beijing to Changli or Beidaihe, and after getting off the train, take a taxi to Anaya Community. Or you can drive here directly. Accommodation: If you stay in a hotel or B&B in the Aranya community, you do not need to make separate reservations for the auditorium and library, you can enter directly for a visit. Eating: There are many community canteens and restaurants in Anaya. In the off-season, only the canteens are open, while in the peak season, all the restaurants are open. Shopping: There is a seaside market and library, where fresh snacks and souvenirs can be bought. #Hot summer destination

Amazing resort found today in Qinhuangdao, Beidaihe. Aranya resort. Located on the gold beach. Great empty beach, huge nice park territory with a lot of European style restaurants 😍 #tripaway

This is my second time not at home, this year I came to Beidaihe Anaya evening in the sea breeze bar to shoot people's cocktails, my girlfriend and I do not drink, a cup of jasmine, because I have not changed the hot milk forever Yes, there is no heat small barbecue tastes quite good, chicken wings, chicken cartilage, kebabs, scallops, ribs, taro slices, chicken chop, kidneys... and burgers, salads, snacks / Hh/pizza is only 12 inches, I think it is very big, actually it is very thin, so not much. The price is a bit high 158, double spell 188, in fact, no reason. We ordered the durian spelt avocado prawns, and the durian tastes very strong. The service is very good, so busy, the attitude is very good. The ordering staff is easy to lose the order and has to stare at himself. Like the table, the bartenders are busy at a close, great. The cocktail is super nice. Its hard to ask for a New Years Eve. If you finish eating, you wont leave, so come early. Looking at the circle of friends, I found that there are so many friends coming to Anaya for the New Year! This is not a summer patent. There are different landscapes lonely libraries in different seasons, Anaya Auditorium, UCCA Dunes Art Museum, one-way space, Anaya Youth Camp... there are lots of fun, and New Year's event performance sea water frozen on a side, like a cocktail cup, the sea may be a cup of people

Like art, and can be quiet children, there is also a place to see exhibitions in Anaya, from the Ullens Center for Contemporary Art (UCCA) in Beijing 798, where the [UCCA Dunes Art Museum] presents 9/group artists. s work. The exhibition refers to the reality faced by Chinese contemporary art creation in the context of human narration in which the wild nature gradually disappears and the relationship between the individual and nature is fully transformed. Abandoning the exhibition, the general people do not understand the connotation, the building itself is more attractive than the exhibition, the space is very suitable for changing angle photography, hidden under a small hill. There is a small cafe in , which can be directly connected to the outdoor, there is a spiral staircase to the second floor, and there are three floors, but the stairs are a highlight live in a concealed hotel, you can take the hotel battery car Go back and you can wait on the roadside. There is a hotel car that can go back.

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Here is probably the most beautiful art museum! Beidaihe Anaya's UCCA dunes are an art museum hidden under the dunes, facing the open beach. The exhibition hall is made up of a series of cell-like continuous spaces like caves, very beautiful m 2019.9.22-2020.2 .23. The exhibition of True New Town Log of Dune Art Museum is derived from the True New Town in the Japanese classic animation The Elf Pokemon in the 1990s. It is both a place where humans and elves first met, and a dream. Where it is. Let us feel the unexpected beauty of the artist using technology to create a natural scene and create fantasy in the autumn seaside~

Anaya Photo Raiders: Shoot the most beautiful and most filmed at dusk! came to Anaya and found that it was a little different from what I thought. Of course, the building is still beautiful, and the waters of Beidaihe are also beautiful! And people who often have surfers during the day, sitting on the beach, really enjoy, but when they come to the church of Anaya, there are people except everyone, people, people, want to find a corner of no one to take pictures, That is almost impossible. So, I want to take a panoramic view of the church. I dont know what else to do except the aerial photography. Because its all of them, Ive got a small problem with my aerial photography. Friends did not bring a memory card, only the phone connected to the screenshot, so this picture quality is a bit slag ~ this band can be aerial photography, the plane can fly to shoot, very beautiful ~ morning shot, the sun Big, hard light! The eyes can't open, basically the state of blinking! In the afternoon, the sun is still very large, and more and more people. evening sunset: This time is the best shot, the sun is going down the mountain, the light of the evening is soft and graceful, the angle is good, there will be some light and shadow, it is really Gentle and good-looking ~ In addition to shooting the auditorium, I think it is OK to stand on the beach. If there is a wave, it feels great. This trip, although a lot of people are beyond imagination, but the photos taken are quite satisfactory. PS: Because the building is beige, so just look for a corner, no one, stand, squat, sit and pat, pat, clothes, I think the solid color is pretty good~~ too deep The color is very conflicting, and it may not look good when you shoot it, but this is still a matter of personal preference! 1. Appointment: Search for an appointment on the WeChat public account to visit Anaya. Some attractions have a limited number of appointments per day, which is a fee. I dont remember how much money I can ask. 2. Check-in: Choose to stay in a villa, hotel or hotel in the Anaya community, with a room card or a hotel voucher, you can choose the hotel directly in the WeChat public account! Address: Ana Gold Coast Community, located in the Anaya Auditorium, Gold Coast Central District, Changli County, Qinhuangdao, Hebei Province

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Weihai • Attractions: Must-visit Liugong Island, a memorial site of the Sino-Japanese War. Chengshantou is the easternmost point of China's mainland coastline with spectacular views. Also, don't miss Xixiakou Wildlife Zoo where you can see animals by the sea. • Food: Try local specialties like mackerel dumplings and Weihai clear soup. • Accommodation: For luxury, choose Weihai Guihe Seasons Hotel. For sea views, Weihai Xianghai Howard Johnson Resort is recommended. Pingtan • Attractions: Pingtan Island is a must-visit with three major beaches. Houyan Island is a paradise for photography lovers. Tannan Bay, known as "Little Sanya," is great for camping. Changjiang'ao offers fairy-tale views of windmills and sea at sunset. • Food: Enjoy seafood feasts at A Di Seafood Restaurant or affordable seafood at Feipo Feizai Seafood Stall. Don't miss local breakfast specialty Tan-style fried buns. • Accommodation: Luxury option: YOOOO·Sleep by the Sea Resort. Family-friendly: Pingtan Guohui International Hotel. For great views: Pingtan Bolan Seaview Resort. Beihai • Attractions: Weizhou Island features lava landscapes and slow island life. Beihai Silver Beach has pristine white sand perfect for sunsets. Beihai Old Street showcases Sino-Western arcade architecture. • Food: Try local seafood at Yuexiang Kitchen or Shayugang Seafood. Local snacks include Shiluoji Guiliu River Snail Rice Noodles and Vietnamese rice rolls. • Accommodation: Beihai Silver Beach Green Garden New Century Resort is a family-friendly beachfront hotel. Beihai Sheraton Resort offers stunning sunset sea views. Dalian • Attractions: Tiger Beach Ocean Park features polar animal shows. Bangchuidao is a beautiful isolated island. Xinghai Square offers vast sea views, nightscapes and musical fountains. • Food: Famous seafood at Lvda Impression·Dalian Cuisine Restaurant. Zhenghuangqi Seafood BBQ has a long history. Mengge Braised Pork is wildly popular. • Accommodation: Four Seasons Hotel Dalian has excellent facilities and sea views. Dalian Jinshitan Luneng Hot Spring Holiday Hotel is great for families with various activities and hot springs. Qinhuangdao • Attractions: Shanhaiguan is known as the "First Pass Under Heaven." Aranya boasts artistic charm. Beidaihe is perfect for birdwatching, beach walks and sunrise views. • Food: Qingshan Restaurant specializes in seafood dumplings and home-style dishes. Bagogu Lamb Soup with baked bread is delicious. • Accommodation: Aranya Sukha Hotel offers sea-facing rooms and family activities. Qinhuangdao Shangri-La Hotel is ideal for family trips near the beach.

📍Golden Coast Central Area, Changli County, Qinhuangdao City, Hebei Province Aranya, derived from the Sanskrit word "aranya," means "a tranquil place to rediscover oneself." This enigmatic town embodies a utopian lifestyle, seemingly crafted as a backyard paradise for Beijing's middle class. 🌊 Aranya is an ideal place to unwind, a hub of fashion and trends, a photographer's paradise, and pet-friendly – everywhere exudes a sense of effortless relaxation. Must-visit photo spots in Aranya ⬇️ ✅ Aranya Chapel (stunning at sunrise, sunset, under blue skies, or overcast days) ✅ Lonely Library (no need to go inside – the exterior frame makes for an incredibly photogenic shot) ✅ The Wild Sculpture (Sands of Rebirth) ✅ Breeze Bar (the terrace, ceiling fans, and corners paired with sunrise views are breathtaking) ✅ BAR LOTUS (both the second-floor window seats and outdoor seating are perfect for photos) ✅ Dog Hotel (uniquely designed with striking layered architecture) ✅ Seaside Swing (highly atmospheric and photogenic) 🚗 Travel tips: - Arrive at Beidaihe Station, where the resort offers shuttle services. - For a budget-friendly option, Changli Station (though older) allows direct taxi access. 📅 Best season: May to November. Peak season may be crowded, but the lively charm is worth it; off-season offers tranquility and lower prices. 🍂 🏨 Hotel recommendations: With 11 hotels and thousands of homestays, compare options online to suit your budget – book early! 💡 Pro tips: 1. Outfit advice - Light-colored outfits (white, blue, yellow) photograph beautifully by the sea. - Pack a light jacket for breezy mornings/evenings. 2. Sun protection - Strong UV rays demand sunscreen, sunglasses, and a hat. 3. Advance bookings - Reserve visits to Aranya Chapel and Lonely Library via their app. Arrive early during peak season.

Getting to Aranya from Beijing is super convenient! Check out these detailed transportation + trip tips👇 🚗 Beijing → Aranya Transportation Guide 1. **Most Recommended: Self-Drive!** Freedom & Time-Saving • Route: Beijing → Jingha Expressway → Qinbin Expressway, ~280 km, ~3.5-4 hours (avoid rush hour for smoother travel~). • Parking: Most hotels/B&Bs in the community offer free parking—drive with ease! 2. **High Speed Rail + Taxi: Lazy Traveler’s Choice** • HSR: Beijing South Station/Beijing Station → Beidaihe Station (~1.5 hours, ¥110-150). • Transfer: Taxi from Beidaihe to Aranya (~40 mins, ¥60-80) or take the community shuttle (¥25/person, book via "Aranya APP," guests/residents only). 3. **Bus/Private Car: Cost-Effective for Groups** • Bus: Direct tourist buses from Beijing Guomao/Sihui to Aranya (~4 hours, ~¥150/person, book 1 day ahead). • Private Car: For 4 people, round-trip ~¥800-1000—cheaper than HSR when split! 🌟 **3-Day 2-Night Itinerary from Beijing** **Day 1: Beachcombing + Artsy First Impressions** • Morning: Drive/take HSR to Aranya, check in, then head to "Seaside Market" for fresh seafood—cook it back at your stay for a delicious meal! • Afternoon: Visit the "Lonely Library" & "Aranya Chapel" (best photos after 4 PM with soft light), sunset stroll on the beach 🌅. • Evening: Feast at "Red Coral Seafood Stall"—try pepper-salt mantis shrimp & steamed seafood pot, then walk along the shore~ **Day 2: Art Exploration + Immersive Relaxation** • Morning: Explore "UCCA Dune Art Museum" (dune-embedded architecture, ultra-photogenic), then pet corgis at "The Dog House" 🐕. • Afternoon: Snap pics at "Tagi Apple Hut" (colorful, dreamy cottage), rent bikes for a seaside ride, unwind with tea at "One Way Street Bookstore" ☕. • Evening: Try the community canteen (recommend Hot Pot at Canteen 3), catch a live show at "Seaside Music Venue" (common in peak season~). **Day 3: Slow-Paced Wrap-Up + Local Gems** • Morning: Sunrise photos at "Deep Sea Swing" (crowd-free & scenic), pack up, then shop for souvenirs at "Aranya Creative Store." • Afternoon: Before driving back, detour to "Golden Coast" (20 mins from Aranya)—quiet, soft sand, perfect for shell collecting! 📌 **Exclusive Tips for Beijing Travelers** • Fuel Up: Fill your tank before leaving Beijing—highway gas is pricier, and stations are scarce in Aranya~ • Seasonal Outfits: ◦ Summer (Jun-Aug): T-shirt + shorts + sun protection, bring a light jacket for breezy evenings. ◦ Spring/Fall (Apr-May/Sep-Oct): Hoodie + jeans, pack a scarf/hat for wind. ◦ Winter (Nov-Mar): Down jacket + snow boots, gloves & mask essential—coastal winds are brutal! • Ticket Booking: Secure your stay early! Hot spots (e.g., Library) require reservation codes via "Aranya APP"—be quick! Follow this guide from Beijing to Aranya for a smooth, hassle-free trip—go for it! 🚀

1️⃣ Anaya · Seaside Fairy Tale Kingdom 🚗 Self-drive: Guomao → Anaya (2h)｜High-speed train: Beijing Chaoyang → Beidaihe (1h plus bus transfer) 🍜 Kids’ favorites: Sand scallion buns, seafood jelly (community canteen offers great value) 🏨 Stay: Choose the "Anlan Hotel" family room (with slide + picture book area)｜10-minute walk to the beach, free sand play/crab digging at the kids’ camp ✨ Highlights: Read picture books with kids at the Lonely Library, hunt for handmade shells at the seaside market, super healing sunset views 2️⃣ Gubei Water Town · Jiangnan Night Stay 🚄 High-speed train: Beijing North → Gubeikou (1h)｜Direct bus: Dongzhimen → Gubei Water Town (2h) 🍢 Hidden treats: Bridgehead cake (freshly steamed glutinous rice, sweet but not greasy), Miyun three roasts (lamb/pig’s trotters/tofu) 🌙 Must-do: Night tour of Simatai Great Wall (cable car + walkable path for kids)｜Water town light show feels like traveling through Jiangnan 🏡 Stay: "Wangjinglou" homestay inside the scenic area (with terrace for stargazing, breakfast included) 3️⃣ Tianjin Binhai · Ocean Adventure 🚅 High-speed train: Beijing South → Binhai Station (30 minutes)｜Metro Line 9 direct to National Ocean Museum 🐠 Kids’ highlight: Whale sharks at the aquarium｜Touch beluga whales at the polar pavilion (interactive sessions require advance booking) 🍜 Local tip: "Old Tofu" on North Chezhann Road with crispy rice and vegetable dish (breakfast staple) 🎡 Bonus: Take stunning photos at Binhai Library’s "Sea Library," kids holding books make for great shots 4️⃣ Huairou Yanqi Lake · Nature Classroom 🚗 Self-drive: City → Yanqi Lake (1.5h)｜H11 bus direct (kids can sit by the window to enjoy mountain views) 🚴 Light exercise: Rent parent-child bikes to circle the lake (free child seats under 1.5m)｜Birdwatching boardwalk to spot water birds 🍲 Farmhouse meal: Three ways to enjoy fish (grilled/sashimi/soup), kids love the salted mushrooms 🏠 Stay: "Shanba" wooden cabin (with small courtyard, fall asleep to insect sounds at night) 5️⃣ Chongli Taiwu Town · Snowy Mountain Fun for Kids 🚄 High-speed train: Beijing North → Taizicheng (50 minutes)｜Direct bus: Guomao → Taiwu (2.5h) ❄️ Year-round fun: Summer kids’ ski slope (soft slope safe for kids)｜Forest adventure park with climbing nets 🥟 Warm treats: Oatmeal nests with mushroom meat sauce (homestay auntie makes fresh) 🏰 Fairytale vibe: European-style town for princess dress photos, kids hold dad’s hand riding the little train around the shopping area 💡TIPS: All 5 places have "family shuttle" buses (tickets bookable on Trip.com), bring mosquito repellent patches + portable water bottle; wear light-colored sportswear (great for photos + dirt-resistant). 🌟 Each place allows plenty of "kids burn energy + moms relax" time, a healing weekend getaway you can just go for～

Hi everyone, I’m Xiao Qiong. Tired of crowded popular spots? Looking for places with convenient transportation, low costs, beautiful scenery, and fewer people to relax? These 5 travel destinations are perfect for last-minute plans—just grab your bag and go, and have a great weekend getaway! ------ 1. Taizhou, Zhejiang (Wenling Shitang) 🌊 🚄 Transportation: High-speed train to Wenling Station (3h from Shanghai / 2h from Hangzhou), then a 40-minute taxi ride 💰 Cost: Around 200 RMB per person per day ✅ Why visit: • Xiao Ruo Village: Colorful fishing village, free to take photos, full of Instagram vibes. • Dongxia Beach: 30 RMB entrance fee, clear seawater, quiet with few people. • Millennium Dawn Monument: The first place in mainland China to see the sunrise, absolutely stunning. 🍜 Food: Qiangao (steamed rice cake), seafood noodles, mountain tapioca balls (20 RMB per person to eat well). Best for: Photography lovers and slow-paced artsy youth. ------ 2. Zhangzhou, Fujian (Dongshan Island) 🏝️ 🚄 Transportation: High-speed train to Yunxiao Station (1h from Xiamen / 2h from Shenzhen), then a 30-minute taxi ride 💰 Cost: Around 150 RMB per person per day ✅ Why visit: • Nanmen Bay: Filming location of "The Left Ear," free to explore the fishing village and watch the sunset. • Jinluan Bay: Mirror-like beach, sunrise looks like a sky mirror. • Su Feng Mountain Island Loop Road: Rent an electric scooter for 50 RMB/day, cycling by the sea is super healing. 🍜 Food: Seafood porridge, roasted pork tendon, catfish porridge (10 RMB fills you up). Best for: Couples or friends who love islands, cycling, and relaxing vacations. ------ 3. Qinhuangdao, Hebei (Changli Golden Coast) 🏖️ 🚄 Transportation: High-speed train to Beidaihe Station (2h from Beijing / 1.5h from Tianjin), then a 30-minute taxi ride 💰 Cost: Around 180 RMB per person per day ✅ Why visit: • Free beaches around Anaya: Avoid the high costs of Anaya, nearby beaches are just as beautiful. • Yudao Ocean Hot Springs: Special ticket 80 RMB, water fun + sea view all in one. • Grape Valley: Pick grapes in September, 5 RMB per jin for fruit freedom. 🍜 Food: Charcoal-grilled oysters, Changli pigeon noodles, seafood buffet (50 RMB to eat until full). Best for: Families or friends who want water fun without the crowds. ------ 4. Jianshui, Yunnan 🏯 🚄 Transportation: High-speed train to Jianshui Station (2h from Kunming / 4h from Dali) 💰 Cost: Around 150 RMB per person per day ✅ Why visit: • Jianshui Ancient Town: Less crowded than Dali, well-preserved ancient buildings, free to explore. • Shuanglong Bridge: Seventeen-arch bridge at sunset, perfect for photos. • Zhu Family Garden: Qing Dynasty mansion, 35 RMB entrance fee, experience southern Yunnan culture. 🍜 Food: Jianshui tofu, steam pot chicken, grass sprout rice noodles (20 RMB per person). Best for: Travelers who love history, ancient architecture, and slow living. ------ 5. Zhaoxing Dong Village, Guizhou 🏞️ 🚄 Transportation: High-speed train to Congjiang Station (1.5h from Guiyang / 4h from Guangzhou), then a 15-minute taxi ride 💰 Cost: Around 120 RMB per person per day ✅ Why visit: • Zhaoxing Dong Village: Less crowded than Qianhu Miao Village, original stilt houses and wind-rain bridges. • Tang’an Terraces: 2-hour hike to see the most beautiful terraced sunset. • Dong Grand Song: Free to listen to authentic ethnic performances. 🍜 Food: Sour soup fish, glutinous rice, oil tea (30 RMB per person). Best for: Backpackers who love ethnic culture and natural scenery. ------ 🔥 Why choose these places? ✔ Convenient transportation: Direct high-speed train or flight, no hassle. ✔ Low cost: Accommodation 100-200 RMB/night, meals 20-50 RMB per person. ✔ Fewer people and beautiful scenery: Not tourist traps, no need to fight for photo spots. ✔ Perfect for short trips: 2-3 days to fully enjoy. 📌 Spontaneous travel tips • Accommodation: Book homestays 1-2 days in advance; in the off-season, same-day booking is possible. • Luggage: Travel light, bring sunscreen, a hat, and comfortable shoes. • Avoid peak times: Travel on weekdays for fewer crowds and better experience. These places offer beautiful scenery at low prices with no disappointments, perfect for when you suddenly want to get away! Save this and be ready to go anytime! 🎒✨

1️⃣、Aranya (Chilled Mist Beach Fridge) 🚗 Transport: Beijing→Qinhuangdao (2h high-speed rail ¥87)｜Free community AC shuttle (includes frozen grapes) 🏖 Stay: The Dog Hotel Pet-Friendly Room (1 night ¥988)｜Pet daycare included｜Free glow-in-the-dark sand shovel 🌫 Cool Hacks: • Church mist light-chasing ceremony (20:30, includes fluorescent sea salt) • Dune Art Museum ice sculpture workshop (¥50 with glow paint) • Seaside Market chilled seafood DIY (processing fee ¥15/jin) 2️⃣、Gubei Water Town (Great Wall Cold Spring Sanctuary) 🚌 Transport: Dongzhimen→Scenic Area (2h bus ¥48)｜Free Simatai AC night tour pass 🏮 Stay: Military Camp Tent Cold-Soak Yard (1 night ¥698)｜Hanfu kids' outfits included｜Free mosquito-repellent ice jade pendant 🧊 Chill Adventures: • Frozen tofu feast at Great Wall base (¥88 with liquid nitrogen ice pot) • Drone cold-mist light show (free army coat rental) • Tanghe chilled gondola ride (free glowing paddle ¥0) 3️⃣、Tianjin Binhai (Frozen Wave Disneyland) 🚄 Transport: South Station→Binhai (0.5h high-speed rail ¥66)｜Marine Museum AC shuttle ¥1 (free glowing jellyfish lamp) 🐋 Stay: Polar Ice Hotel (1 night ¥758)｜Overnight penguin exhibit included｜Free cooling plush toy ❄️ Hardcore Parenting: • Aircraft Carrier Park ice-mist water gun battle (¥30 with waterproof vest) • Library glow-book tunnel (free levitation photos) • Dongjiang Port frozen oyster digging (tools ¥10 all-day rental) 4️⃣、Yanqi Lake (Mountain Snow Substitute Freezer) 🚙 Transport: Sanyuanqiao→Huairou (1h drive)｜Free cold-mist elevator on West Mountain Trail 🏞 Stay: Sunrise East Ice Hockey Room (1 night ¥1088)｜Kids' curling lesson included｜Free glow helmet ⛷ Wild Fun: • Lakeside cold-mist cycling (tandem bike ¥40 with ice lumbar support) • Tongniu Town ice-raft making (free glow life ring) • Mountaintop starry cold-brew bar (¥0 BYO cup for iced coffee refills) 5️⃣、Thaiwoo (22°C Meadow Fridge) 🚠 Transport: Qinghe→Taizicheng (1h high-speed rail ¥74)｜AC cable car with frozen yogurt 🏡 Stay: Patterson Ski Gear Room (1 night ¥826)｜Pet feeding included｜Free cooling face mask 🏂 Alpine Magic: • 16°C mountain stream trek (free waterproof ice cleats) • LUGE slide ice-mist track (¥80 with anti-scratch pants) • Alaskan dog-pulled glow sled (free photos ¥0) 🧳 Weekend Survival Kit ✅ Glow sand shovel: Aranya homestay front desk ¥50 deposit ✅ Mosquito-repellent ice jade: Gubei Water Town Hanfu shop scan-to-claim ✅ Waterproof vest: Binhai Aircraft Carrier Park ¥20 all-day rental 💸 2D1N Combo Deal (2 adults + 1 child) Round-trip transport ¥378 + stay ¥860 + activities ¥420 = ¥1658 for freedom 🎪 Childcare Spots ▪️ Thaiwoo Ski Hall: VR ski lesson included (¥99/2h) ▪️ The Dog Hotel: Pet interaction zone (free 1.5h daycare) ▪️ Polar Hotel: Penguin overnight with lullaby audio

Moms, listen up! With Beijing hitting 40°C, it's time to escape the heat with your little ones. Tested in June 2025, these 5 kid-friendly destinations are all within 1.5 hours by car/high-speed rail - uncrowded, scenic, with all-inclusive fun. Kids play for 8 hours straight while moms snap Insta-worthy shots! 📸 🚗1️⃣ Aranya 👶 Kid activities: ✅ Beach digging & tide chasing (free tools rental) ✅ Petting zoo feeding (¥15/carrot bag) ✅ Seaside swings + fairytale photos at Aranya Chapel 🍜 Eat & stay: 🍽️ 3rd Canteen kids meal ¥48 (veggie porridge + steamed shrimp eggs) 🏡 Book "Anlan Hotel Family Room" on Trip.com - ¥699/night with breakfast & sand toys! ⏰ 1-day itinerary: Chapel sunrise → Petting zoo → Beach afternoon tea 🚗2️⃣ Gubei Water Town 👶 Kid activities: ✅ Tie-dye workshop at Children's Museum (¥59/class) ✅ Free night drone & lantern show (8pm at town square) ✅ Hanfu photoshoot on paddle boats 🍜 Eat & stay: 🍽️ Roast meat restaurant kids meal ¥38 (mini burger + fruit skewers) 🏡 Gubei Light Hotel pool room ¥788/night with Children's Museum tickets! ⏰ 1-day plan: Tie-dye → Archery at security bureau → Night Great Wall lights 🚗3️⃣ Tianjin Binhai 👶 Kid activities: ✅ Free marine biology tour at National Maritime Museum (book "Whale World" theater) ✅ Tide chasing at Dongjiang Beach (¥5 shoe rentals, crab hunting) ✅ Seaside train ride (mom-friendly!) 🍜 Eat & stay: 🍽️ Three Fishermen seafood - free kids meal (pumpkin porridge + steamed clams) 🏡 Intercontinental Yujiapu family room ¥623 with museum VIP access! ⏰ Highlights: 3hr museum → Beach fun → Instagrammable library 🚗4️⃣ Yanqi Lake, Huairou 👶 Kid activities: ✅ Free hike on stroller-friendly West Mountain Trail ("Little Sydney" view) ✅ Paddleboarding camp for 4+ (¥168/1.5hr) ✅ Bunny feeding at petting zoo (¥20/veggie basket) 🍜 Eat & stay: 🍽️ Rainbow trout street kids meal ¥25 (fish noodle soup + baked sweet potato) 🏡 Lakeside Hotel family tent ¥498 with paddleboard voucher! ⏰ Must-do: Morning hike → Paddleboarding → Petting zoo 🚗5️⃣ Chongli Taiwu 👶 Kid activities: ✅ Cable car to 2160m summit (free under 1.2m! Cool flower fields) ✅ Alpaca feeding (¥10/photo) ✅ Free North American-style street music & drum workshops 🍜 Eat & stay: 🍽️ Alpine Hut kids pasta ¥38 (with fresh juice) 🏡 Taiwu Hotel package ¥799 - 2 adult + 1 child cable tickets + breakfast! ⏰ Top experiences: Cable car ride → Frisbee on lawn → Night music market 💡 Mom cheat sheet: 🚗 Transport: Driving > train (recommended for Huairou/Aranya - more kid gear space) 💰 Budget: ¥500/day for 1 adult + 1 child (hotel + tickets + meals) 🎒 Must-pack: Sun jackets + mosquito patches + foldable toilet seat (shop at Trip.com "Parenting Essentials") 👉 Grab Trip.com's "Beijing Suburb Family Packages" 🔥 Limited-time free attraction tickets + kids meals, no weekend surcharge!

1️⃣ Aranya • Transportation: About 3-hour drive from Beijing; alternatively, take a high-speed train to Beidaihe Station and then a 30-minute taxi ride. • Accommodation: Recommend the Anlan Hotel, around ¥300 per person during off-peak season (great value); or opt for a seaside villa, ¥150-200 per person for 4-6 people. • Highlights: Aranya Chapel, Lonely Library, and Dune Art Museum—all Instagram-worthy spots. • Food: Affordable canteens in the community (¥50-80 per person); grilled hairtail at Fish Market Pier is a must-try (¥100-150 per person). 2️⃣ Gubei Water Town • Transportation: Drive or take a high-speed train to Miyun Station, then transfer by bus. • Accommodation: Recommend Liyuan Inn, featuring rooms with railed beds for kid-friendly stays. • Highlights: Traditional Peking opera and crosstalk performances at Riyuedao Stage, plus stunning night views. • Food: The inn’s restaurant offers tasty dishes at around ¥100 per person. 3️⃣ Tianjin Binhai • Transportation: 1-hour high-speed train ride. • Accommodation: Seaside hotels for easy access to ocean views. • Highlights: Ocean Park, coastal boardwalk, and Dongjiang Park—great for interacting with seagulls. • Food: Local seafood is a specialty; visit the seafood market for fresh catches. 4️⃣ Yanqi Lake, Huairou • Transportation: Drive or take a bus from Beijing. • Accommodation: Multiple family-friendly hotels with full amenities nearby. • Highlights: Beijing’s most scenic trails, perfect for hiking and cycling. • Food: Lakeside restaurants serve delicious local grilled fish. 5️⃣ Thaiwoo Town, Chongli • Transportation: 2-hour high-speed train ride. • Accommodation: Various hotels and B&Bs ideal for families. • Highlights: Perfect for family skiing and outdoor activities. • Food: Diverse dining options featuring local specialties. This is your ultimate weekend travel guide with kids—bookmark it and set off on an adventure with your little ones!