May Travel with Parents | Hidden Gems Accessible by High-Speed Rail

| Hidden Gems Accessible by High-Speed Rail. Still wondering where to take your parents in May? Instead of crowded popular cities, check out these 4 lesser-known small towns! Beautiful scenery, fewer tourists, affordable prices, and conveniently accessible by high-speed rail - perfect for ensuring your parents have a relaxing and enjoyable trip 💖 📍Chongzuo, Guangxi - Poetic Border Landscapes Home to Asia's largest transnational waterfall — Detian Waterfall 🌊 During high water season, the waterfall is magnificent. Take a bamboo raft to get close and feel the mist on your face - it's breathtaking! Mingshi Countryside is a real-life version of "sailing on emerald waters with people traveling through a painting." Karst peaks reflect in the clear waters as you take your parents on a bamboo raft journey, enjoying scenery similar to the TV drama "The Journey of Flower." The mysterious rock paintings at Zuojiang Huashan also offer parents a glimpse into ancient cultural charm. Food recommendations: Sour fish porridge and fragrant leaf-roasted suckling pig with distinctive Zhuang flavors - sour, spicy, appetizing and perfect with rice. A satisfying meal for just 50 yuan per person! Small tips: Check Detian Waterfall's water conditions in advance; ensure sun protection for your parents during bamboo rafting; don't forget mosquito repellent as Chongzuo has a hot and humid climate. 📍Yichun, Heilongjiang - Forest Oxygen Bar and Slow Living In May, Yichun's Korean pine forests burst with fresh green 🌲 Enter Wuying Forest Park, filled with negative ions - like a natural oxygen bar. Take your parents on the forest mini-train, traveling through the sea of trees while watching squirrels jump between branches. Tangwanghe Stone Forest features strange rock formations, showcasing nature's magnificent craftsmanship. Stay overnight in a forest cabin and fall asleep to birdsong - so relaxing! Food recommendations: Pine nut and mushroom stewed chicken - tender chicken, mushrooms soaked in broth, plus the aroma of pine nuts makes it perfect with rice. The local grilled cold noodles are different from regular ones, featuring a unique meat sauce with special flavor. Small tips: Yichun has large temperature differences between morning and evening, so bring warm jackets for your parents; wear long sleeves and pants to prevent insect bites in the forest; download offline maps as cell signal can be weak in scenic areas. 📍Longnan, Jiangxi - Hakka Walled Village Heritage Longnan is the "World Capital of Walled Villages," home to 376 Hakka fortresses 🏰 Guanxi New Village and Yanyi Village are must-visits with your parents! The architectural style of these walled villages is unique. Walking inside while listening to elders tell stories of how their families defended against enemies feels like traveling back to the Ming and Qing dynasties. The Danxia landform at South Wudang Mountain is also impressive with 99 continuous peaks. Walk the glass skywalk with your parents for a panoramic mountain view - a real sense of achievement! Food recommendations: Hakka stuffed tofu - soft tofu with delicious meat filling that's incredibly satisfying with each bite. The gray water rice cake has a chewy texture and comes with special sauce for a unique flavor. Small tips: The paths inside walled villages can be complex, so be careful not to get lost with your parents; some sections of South Wudang Mountain are steep, so prepare walking sticks for your parents; wearing Han-style clothing for photos in the walled villages creates a great atmosphere and makes for perfect parent photos. 📍Songyang, Zhejiang - Hidden Poetic Jiangnan Described by National Geographic as "Jiangnan's last hidden paradise," Songyang's spring terraced fields are shrouded in mist like a Chinese ink painting ☁ The century-old camphor tree in Yangjiatan Village is lush and perfect for photos with your parents. The tea gardens along Songyin Stream are sprouting new green leaves - take your parents to experience tea picking and processing, enjoying the fragrant aroma. In the evening, stay at the cliff-top Avant-garde Bookstore guesthouse, sipping tea and reading books for a leisurely time. Food recommendations: Songyang thin pancakes with crispy exteriors and rich fillings that offer multiple textures in each bite. Also try Shalei, made from glutinous rice and red bean paste - sweet and soft. Small tips: Songyang is mountainous, so drive carefully; prepare small bamboo baskets for your parents when picking tea for better photos; guesthouses are popular, so book well in advance! When traveling with parents, what matters most isn't the destination but the time spent together 💕 These lesser-known cities will make your journey less crowded and more heartwarming. Take advantage of the beautiful May weather and set off with your parents!