This Summer: A Family Getaway to Qiandao Lake

Qiandao Lake in July and August is breathtakingly beautiful! As soon as the holiday started, I couldn’t resist heading straight there with my little one. This was my second visit, and this time I chose the Anlan Hotel by the lake to relax and enjoy the stunning lake views! ▫️🚗 Scenic Bliss and Endless Energy** We arrived at the hotel from Wenzhou around noon. The Huizhou-style architecture is nestled among lush greenery, and the stone steps in the lobby lead directly to the lakeside. Every snapshot looks like a traditional Chinese ink painting! 🖼️ 👉 We stayed in a **lakefront villa with a private terrace**. After dropping off our luggage, we headed straight to the **infinity pool for some photos**💙! The pool and the lake blend into a seamless expanse of blue—absolutely stunning! 😍 ▫️🎨 Happy Hour: Family Crafts + Playtime 👉 At the woodworking workshop, we tried **plant printing**: the staff provided leaves and paint🍃, and my daughter was so focused on printing leaf patterns onto a canvas bag, grinning from ear to ear. 👉 The kids' play area was a hit with its **ball pit and graffiti wall**🎪—she didn’t want to leave! 🤣 ▫️🌅 Sunset Water Adventures + Lakeside Dinner** 👉 We went for some **kayaking and paddleboarding🚣**. Surrounded by mountains, it felt like we were in Bali—so relaxing! 👉 After feeding the bunnies 🐰 at the petting zoo, we watched the sunset turn the lake golden before heading to the hotel for a fresh Qiandao Lake fish dinner 🐟! ▫️🍸 Evening Lake Views + Water Fun** 👉 At the lakeside dining area, we learned some **cocktail-making tips🍹**, while my daughter sketched the lake scenery 🎨, secretly adding her favorite details into the drawing. 👉 Before bed, we dashed to the indoor pool! My daughter and her dad had a **water gun fight🔫**, filling the air with laughter and squeals! 💦 --- 💡 Tips: ✅ The hotel offers a variety of activities, so check the schedule in advance 📅. ✅ Kayaking at sunset is less sunny and offers better lighting for photos 📸. ✅ Bring mosquito repellent, as mosquitoes come out near the lake in the evening 🦟. **A family trip to Qiandao Lake is truly worth it—bookmark it for your summer getaway!** 👨👩👧✨