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As the cicadas gradually chirp and the daylight lengthens; as watermelons become cheaper and soda becomes more tempting, summer is here!
As summer arrives, everything revolves around escaping the heat. Here, You Xiaojun has curated 11 destinations around the world, including a sex-conscious country fueled by the World Cup, East China's newest internet-famous island, and Northwest China's most spectacular rapeseed fields... They all boast comfortable temperatures and breathtaking beauty in July! Pick one for your next travel destination!
A place known as "the ultimate loneliness of mankind" is full of vitality in summer that you can't imagine.
Iceland's 1-1 draw with Argentina in the World Cup group stage a few days ago has ignited a wave of excitement for this isolated island nation near the Arctic. A national football team comprised entirely of part-time athletes, the powerful and inspiring Viking war cry, the desolate feeling of the end of the world, and the most alien-looking place on Earth—all these articles have been circulating on social media, but I'd rather share with you how vibrant Iceland's summer is in full bloom!
Iceland's summer has long days and extremely comfortable weather. Driving on a road covered with lupines is like daydreaming about the height of summer.
Icelanders have a mysterious love for waterfalls, and the waterfalls of the Gods are even more vigorous during the flood season in summer. The most exciting thing is of course the occasional encounter with the gorgeous neon lights.
The black sand beach with its high-end minimalist tones highlights Iceland's ultimate loneliness, while the seabirds flying in the sky in summer make everything come alive.
The unique dance steps of the adorable ponies, the tail fin of the humpback whale leaping high out of the sea, and the adorable Icelandic national bird, the puffin – Iceland in midsummer is full of vitality that you can’t imagine!
In July, the hundreds of miles of rapeseed flowers in Menyuan are the best reason for you to come.
Once you visit Qinghai, you'll be ruined for life; from then on, paradise is a distant dream. I never thought the Northwest was poetic and picturesque until I encountered Menyuan, July, and the sea of rapeseed flowers stretching for hundreds of miles.
The Menyuan rapeseed flower fields actually cover 600,000 mu (approximately 1,000 hectares) of land, sprawling majestically across the vast expanse of the landscape. Compared to other rapeseed fields elsewhere, this stunning display is even more breathtaking. From the Yuanshan Flower Viewing Platform, you can admire this panoramic view of the rapeseed fields and barley fields, a "land art" of their own. The interweaving of yellow and green creates an unforgettable midsummer dream.
East China's new internet-famous island, enjoy a private luxury vacation on the island!
A private island, hidden from the public eye, boasts a tranquil and elegant azure sea and sky. Zhoushan's latest internet-famous island, free from the clutter of fishing boats and the bustling sounds of humanity, is home to captive hamsters, birds and squirrels, the occasional pheasant and eagle, and bunnies roaming the hills, creating a sense of Alice in Wonderland.
Here you can enjoy the most pristine and complete ecology, comfortable sea view rooms without musty smell, brilliant and vast starry sky, pleasant beach and breeze. The island only accepts a maximum of 120 people at a time, but you don't have to worry about not being able to buy a boat ticket. In 2018, China-TravelNote will take you to the island!
Europe's most popular visa-free travel destinations
Montenegro is a little-known pearl on the eastern coast of the Adriatic Sea. After Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Montenegro successively granted visa-free entry to Chinese tourists, it quickly came into the sight of travelers.
As a battleground, Montenegro's history is filled with traces of war. Different civilizations and races have merged here to form a brilliant historical and cultural landscape. Following the footsteps of the famous former Yugoslav film "The Bridge", we head to Durmitor National Park to witness the magnificent bridge that is imprinted in our minds.
Take a stroll in the old town of Budva, known as the "Venice of Eastern Europe", and feel the profound and distant typical Eastern European red-roofed buildings and the quiet sandy beaches that are as good as the Mediterranean Coast.
The ancient city of Kotor, a UNESCO World Heritage site, boasts the deepest harbor in Southern Europe and is a beloved European holiday haven. Here, you can even catch a glimpse of the breathtaking beauty of the Norwegian fjords, and the weather is far superior to Northern Europe.
The rapeseed fields welcome the first rays of morning light
Zhagana has long been a popular attraction in the outdoor community, but the TV series "Where Are We Going, Dad?" brought it to the public's attention. Located in Yiwa Township, Diebu County, Gannan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Gansu Province, it is surrounded by mountains, with the highest peak reaching 4,500 meters above sea level. Zhagana means "stone box" in Tibetan, suggesting it's a complete natural "stone city," a massive palace crafted by nature.
In July, after the rain, Zhagana was covered with clouds and mist, which enveloped the small town. The rape flowers faced the morning glow and rain, and struggled to grow on this plateau, echoing the distant mountains and singing long songs, forming a fragment of heaven that fell into the mortal world - Zhagana.
You must go to Daocheng with your beloved one, in the morning when the ice and snow in Daocheng melt, in the evening when the sky is full of stars and colors.
After witnessing the vibrant colors of Daocheng's autumn, don't miss the splendor of spring and summer. Spring on the plateau arrives later than elsewhere, and its beauty is even more vibrant. The uninterrupted blooming of wildflowers is Daocheng's most captivating sight.
Three sacred mountains, Xiannairi, Yangmaiyong, and Xianuoduoji, protect this land. Approaching them from afar, from the graceful curves of their ridges to the veins of the rock mass, the awe and awe of each step are something you can only experience firsthand. In that moment, you feel a divine presence within you!
As the altitude rises and we go deeper into Aden, we will see the Milk Sea and the Five-Colored Sea. The lakes are as their names suggest. The Milk Sea is pure blue and white, while the Five-Colored Sea has crystal clear blue of varying shades when viewed from different angles. It is worthy of being the last pure land on the blue planet!
The natural air conditioning is open, and the beautiful paradise allows you to enjoy the coolness and return to nature in the hot summer.
Last year's internet sensation, Hubei Semporna, has returned with a vengeance! The canyon, over a hundred feet deep and less than six feet seven inches wide, stretches for 18 kilometers. Both sides are sheer cliffs, seemingly cut by axes and knives, with only a sliver of blue sky visible at the top.
Boating on the crystal clear water is like gliding across glass. You don’t even notice the boat moving, it’s like it’s floating in the air. It’s like being in a fairyland!
As July approaches, everything comes back to life, flowers bloom, and the fresh mountain air is a paradise for hikers.
We went beyond the bus tour and explored Switzerland, one of the cleanest and most beautiful countries on Earth, on foot. With 60% of its land covered by mountains, this extremely wealthy country boasts the most beautiful gifts of the European Alps.
Gaze at the Jungfrau, the backbone of Europe, hike up the Matterhorn, enjoy a BBQ in Glacier Park, stay in a mountain chalet and gaze at the starry sky, ride the Golden Pass railway and marvel at the Alpine peaks and stunning valley scenery along the way, stroll through the Lavaux vineyards, learn to play the alphorn on a Swiss farm, and be a Swiss farmer for a day!
One of the most beautiful wetland grasslands in my country, the best choice for summer vacation on the plateau!
Compared with other grasslands, the altitude of 3,600 meters in Ruoergai makes the sky here within reach. Plateau yaks are dotted on the grassland, like chess pieces placed on a green chessboard intentionally or unintentionally!
Huahu Lake is named after the small white flowers that bloom in the lake. The winding river flows quietly from east to west under the continuous mountains. The green grass and melodious pastoral songs are fascinating.
With the starry sky as your blanket and the grassland as your pillow, you can experience the most beautiful time at the Emutang Tent Hotel.
Best viewing period of the Geopark
With a vast land area, diverse climate environment and rich cultural customs, drive a muscle car and gallop through the vast American West for a refreshing self-driving trip!
California Highway 1 - Revisit the filming location of the movie "The Fast and the Furious", feel the eternal warmth of Paul at Santa Monica Beach, and experience a unique road culture on America's Mother Road - Route 66.
July is the most beautiful season to visit Yellowstone National Park. The animals here are full of activity and enthusiasm, including brown bears foraging, elk everywhere, and yaks that cause traffic jams. The rich geothermal landscapes and colorful lakes, majestic waterfalls and Yellowstone Canyon will shock your travel senses again and again.
There is also the "most beautiful rift on earth" - the Grand Canyon, the most beautiful national park in the United States - Grand Teton, the pilgrimage site for photographers - Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend, the city that never sleeps - Las Vegas, the city of angels - Los Angeles, the garden city - San Francisco, the American West gives you reasons you can't refuse!
Hainan is in the off-season, with fewer tourists, reasonable air tickets and cheap prices.
Instead of choosing to visit Hainan during the peak winter season and squeeze in with the crowds, why not enjoy the real Hainan during the off-season in July?
The common perception that Hainan's summers are scorching is actually a misconception. Hainan Island has a tropical monsoon climate and a tropical marine climate. Combined with the moderating effects of seawater and forests, the average temperature in July and August is between 25 and 31 degrees Celsius, and except for midday, it's cool in the mornings and evenings.
For Hainan, China-TravelNote has specially designed a surfing + diving, niche + mainstream, wild + comfortable itinerary, with accommodations in five-star hotels, characteristic seaside inns, and diving on undeveloped uninhabited islands, suitable for all ages!
Sun Moon Bay, a world surfing destination, is one of the sea areas in the world with high-quality fixed-point waves and beach waves due to its unique geographical location. Surfing has been included in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and is also the training ground for the national surfing team. We will invite special teachers to teach everyone!
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