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Zhejiang Province has been experiencing a recent "high temperature drama," with temperatures exceeding 30 degrees Celsius even before the start of the dog days. The funniest thing is that every time you think yesterday was the hottest, today is a little hotter than yesterday.
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I checked the Zhejiang weather forecast for the next 40 days: 40°C++++, and it'll last until August! Help! I need to get out! Looking at the map, where should I go? It's even hotter southward. Xinjiang, Northwest China, and Northeast China aren't enough vacation days, and I've already been to Guizhou... Ding! You Xiaoxia suddenly remembered a place.
As soon as summer comes, I want to go to the beach. In the [list of the best summer travel destinations], there is a province that has been overlooked by us. It has a super famous sea. The average temperature here in summer is 25℃, the sea water temperature is comfortable, and the sea breeze is dry and cool.
There are super famous islands here, a peninsula surrounded by the sea on three sides, and one of the "eight most beautiful coastlines in China" rated by China National Geographic magazine.
There is a city praised by the United Nations as "the most livable city for human beings", with various international buildings of fashionable styles. On the other side of the sea is South Korea, where you can eat authentic Korean food without leaving the country!
By the way, the keywords you are more familiar with here are reality, enthusiasm and hospitality. It is Shandong, which is half mountain and half sea.
If you're looking to escape the summer heat and enjoy the sea, Shandong is a great choice. Besides the classic cities of Qingdao and Yantai, you can also avoid the crowds and explore lesser-known cities.
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This coastline is passionate and romantic, low-key and free, both calm and turbulent. In its own way, it has grown a unique northern blue on the land of China.
The damp wind sweeps across the Jiaodong Peninsula, blocked and filtered by the mountains. By the time it reaches the surface, only coolness and comfort remain, sweeping away all your worries. It's the perfect escape from the summer heat! This summer, come and experience the refreshing heat of "drinking beer and eating gala (clams)"!
When it comes to domestic seaside summer vacations, Shandong's coastline is definitely on the list. The average temperature throughout the year is 11-21℃, which can be said to be truly pleasant all year round.
While temperatures in the south can reach 47°C, here it's only 30°C. Even in the hottest summer, the average temperature is only 27°C or 28°C. In such a refreshing and comfortable summer, enjoying the sea breeze, seafood, and beer—who wouldn't love a summer getaway like this?
Changdao County, the only island county in Shandong Province, lies between the Jiaodong and Liaodong Peninsulas, facing South Korea and Japan across the sea. Visitors to Changdao say it's an island they never want to leave.
The most amazing thing here is that you can clearly see the dividing line between the Yellow Sea and the Bohai Sea. Yes, it’s the Yellow Sea and Bohai Sea named “Huangbo”.
A jade-colored rock beach stretches across the Dengzhou Strait, with Jiuzhang Cliff appearing and disappearing amidst the waves, offering the most beautiful spot for watching the sunset. Beichangshan Island's reef landscape is quite spectacular, with Moon Bay, located at the eastern end, being the most famous.
A boat trip to Wanniao Island has another charm. Wanniao Island is home to tens of thousands of seagulls. When you pass by, thousands of seagulls will circle and fly around the boat. You can interact with the seagulls by stretching out your hand, showing the island charm.
Jiming Island, discovered by the show "Where Are We Going, Dad?", is located north of Hutoujiao, Gangxi Town, Rongcheng. It's named for its rooster-like shape. It covers an area of approximately 0.31 square kilometers and has fewer than 100 households.
Seaweed houses are the traditional dwellings of Weihai fishermen, known for their warmth in winter and coolness in summer, and their ability to withstand rot for centuries. Today, these traditional seaweed houses have been renovated and transformed into a tourist attraction. In Season 1 of "Where Are We Going, Dad?", Tian Liang and Sen Die lived in Room 3, a seaweed house.
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Here, you'll find what's known as "Shandong's most beautiful coastal cliff café" and stunning island reefs. In summer, the entire island is enveloped in pine trees, shrubs, and small, unspecified wildflowers, creating a tranquil paradise on the sea.
The island is full of lush trees, green grass and fragrant flowers. It is perfect for relaxing alone or taking a summer trip with children!
Yangma Island, a viral Douyin attraction, is no fake! After a trip to the island, a product manager at China-TravelNote exclaimed, "The northern sea is so clear and shimmering! Why go to the Maldives when you've visited Yangma Island?"
This is also the "Royal Horse Breeding Island" named by Qin Shihuang. It has the wonderful "one island, three scenes", three different sea waters, three kinds of beaches and waves, and is known as the "Hawaii of the East".
As a reef island, the sea water quality here is superb. Renting a small electric bike to ride around the island is so comfortable and cool!
The sea breeze in Qingdao is the gentlest. Xiaomai Island is located in Laoshan District, Qingdao City, Shandong Province. You can walk along Qinyu Road, stroll around Xiaomai Island, and feel the summer night breeze. If you are lucky, you can also encounter a band performance on the island.
The afterglow of the setting sun falls on your lover's face, and you may occasionally encounter newlyweds in white wedding dresses in the distance. All the romance can be found here!
Today, Shandong's coastal beaches are full of popular check-in spots, with dusk, beaches, seabirds, windmills... scenery everywhere, and you can easily create blockbuster photos.
One of the best bathing beaches in northern China, located in Weihai's Naxianghai Resort, is famous for being the filming location for the TV series Running Man and is also known as the "Aranya" of Shandong.
Naxianghai has a total area of 8 square kilometers, with a 16-kilometer golden coastline and a 2.5-kilometer diamond beach. It integrates scarce natural resources such as sea, beach, hot springs, islands, forests, and Swan Lake.
The sand here is soft and clean, the sea water is clear, and the slope of the beach is gentle, which is very suitable for playing in the water and swimming!
When traveling from Qingdao to Weihai, you will inevitably pass through Haiyang City, where the renowned Haiyang Ten Miles Golden Beach is located. Its "S"-shaped coastline is dotted with capes, fish bays, and bays.
The sand is fine and soft, and the coastline is long. It's so comfortable to stay in a sea view hotel for a night and watch the sunset and go to the beach the next day.
Due to its history, Qingdao boasts many German-style buildings, and even its churches are imbued with German charm. Admire the Renaissance architecture at St. Michael's Cathedral, Qingdao's iconic Catholic church.
At Signal Hill Park, you can enjoy the panoramic view of Qingdao and the beauty of its various buildings, and see the red roofs dancing among the layers of green.
The "Eight Great Passes" consists of eight roads, "each pass has its own tree, and each pass is different", "If it weren't for the beautiful scenery of the Eight Great Passes, why would I live in Qingdao in this life."
Qingdao people have always loved this paradise in the city.
Before liberation, this was the location of consulates of various countries in Qingdao. It houses more than 200 buildings of different styles from 24 countries including Britain, France, the United States, Japan, and Russia. Today, it has become a true "International Architecture Expo."
Take a stroll through the old town, savor the red tiles and green trees, and experience the unique charm of Qingdao. Then find a coffee shop in the alleys, where the walls are covered with murals and the gardens are filled with flowers, some artistic and some refreshing.
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① Panoramic view of Qingdao: Laoshan, Huangdao, fishing village, Badaguan and international architecture
② Explore local food, drink, and entertainment: Qingdao Polar Ocean World, Weihai Ocean Ranch, and the International Beer Festival. Visit the ocean fishing platform and catch delicious food yourself.
③Private small group, comfortable journey
Weihai, located on the eastern tip of the Shandong Peninsula, is a beautiful coastal garden city. Its flower-filled streets, shady trees, and tranquil, clean environment make it one of China's most livable cities.
Weihai's geographical location, surrounded by mountains and the sea, gives it a long coastline. There is no scorching heat in summer and no severe cold in winter. It is suitable for tourism all year round and you can swim and play in the sea.
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Go to the Sino-Japanese War Memorial Hall on Liugong Island to remember history and the past, and go to Chengshantou, the "Cape of Good Hope in China", to watch the sunrise over the sea, which is as famous as the one in Yalong Bay in Sanya.
Chengshantou, ranked first among the "Eight Most Beautiful Coasts in China" by China National Geographic magazine, is also known as "The End of the World". It is surrounded by the sea on three sides. You can check in on the cross-sea cable car and take beautiful photos of the coastal cliffs.
The straight-line distance between Weihai and Seoul is only more than 400 kilometers, making it one of the cities in our country closest to South Korea.
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Dreams of beautiful beaches and delicious seafood, this small city has collected all the dreams about vacation and food.
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The tour group consists of 2-6 people in a small car, with a high degree of freedom and flexible itinerary. We select popular places of the season, including Weihai Anaya, Wencheng Castle, Yangma Island, the imperial island of Qin Shihuang, Chengshantou cross-sea cable car, and 5-star accommodation throughout the trip.
Yantai Mountain is the largest existing modern consulate complex in Asia. The buildings here are diverse and have a strong sense of the times.
There are consulates, churches, post offices, etc. from 16 countries including Japan, Britain, the United States, and Switzerland. Walking through the buildings in the park is like taking a journey through time.
Finally, we went to the Yantai Changyu Wine Culture Museum. There is a large wine cellar with a history of nearly a hundred years hidden underground. The aroma of wine is lingering. People who can't drink much may get drunk just by walking around!
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① Parent-child island trip: Polar Ocean World, Weihai Ocean Ranch, Liugong Island, Bathing Beach, Changyu Wine Culture Museum, covering all the must-visit spots for taking children out.
Shandong cuisine is rich and profound, but when you come to the coastal cities of Bohai Bay, seafood is definitely the highlight! Among the numerous coastal cities, Weihai is one of the "Famous Seafood Cities of China".
Eat clams, drink beer, visit the coastal seafood night markets, food stalls, and beer houses that can be found everywhere on the street corners. When it comes to food, this place is as good as anywhere else.
Apart from the common economic fish such as shrimp, swimming crab, yellow croaker and high-end seafood such as abalone and sea cucumber, you can also try Changdao’s local sea urchins, kelp, scallops, dried shrimp, etc.!
Spicy stir-fried clams, spicy stir-fried abalone, oysters, raw shrimps, cuttlefish dumplings, any seafood stir-fry can bring a carnival to your taste buds.
The annual Qingdao International Beer Festival is a feast for the entire city. Every July and August, beer brands from around the world gather in Qingdao's Huangdao District. It has become the most influential beer festival in China.
The old factory building of Tsingtao Brewery has been transformed into the Tsingtao Beer Museum, where you can learn about the brewing process of Tsingtao Beer and taste the freshest beer.
Along the Shandong coast, you can not only enjoy seafood as much as you want, but also eat authentic Korean food!
A bowl of sweet and sour cold noodles or rice sausage in summer is so refreshing!
Every sea is different. The sea of Jiaodong Peninsula may not be the most romantic, but it brings us more than just blue memories. It has its own warmth, generosity, and heavy relief. Go north and meet this small "utopia".
