Off to Altay, Xinjiang—it's as stunning as Beijing's Bibo Island!



OMG, fam! I found this magical little island near Beijing 🌿
With lakeside views + tons of fun activities + Insta-worthy spots
Perfect for weekend family trips, dates, or team outings! 🥳

🚗 How to get there?
📍 Location: Bibo Island, Golden Sea Lake
✅ By car: About 1.5 hours from downtown, with free parking—super convenient! 🅿️
🎫 Tickets: You can buy just the island ticket, or get it free when staying at the hotel—great deal! 💰

🏨 Where to stay?
▫️ No.1 Hotel: Castle-style with jaw-dropping looks! 🏰 Spacious rooms with great views, a stunning backyard garden, and super close to the lakeside lawn and boat dock. Splurge if you can!
▫️ Yacht Hotel: Best value for money! 🚢 Next to the infinity pool, shooting range, and iron pot stew restaurant. Lake-view rooms open right to the yacht dock—super convenient!

💦 Must-visit infinity pool!
Pro tip: Free shuttle buses run between locations 🚌
✔️ Next to Yacht Hotel, with changing rooms on the first floor—unlimited access!
✔️ Remember to bring your swim cap, floaties, slippers, and towel! 👙
Tired? Just grab a bite and relax nearby—pure laziness bliss 😌

🎡 What to do? Fun all day, no repeats!
▪️ Outdoor activities: Rainbow slide 🌈, playground 🎠, animal corridor (with deer! 🦌), archery 🏹, water golf ⛳️, yachting 🚤, horseback riding 🐎, kayaking, bumper boats…

🚣‍♀️ Water activities are a must-try! 😍
• Paddleboarding: Glide on the lake surrounded by green hills—like floating in a painting.
• Bumper boats: Fast and thrilling, perfect for stress relief.
• Electric duck boats: Cute and easy to operate, great for family sightseeing.
• Yachting: Cruise for panoramic views; kayaking: Fun for teamwork—both worth it!

▪️ Indoor facilities: Kids' playroom 🧸, ping pong 🏓, billiards 🎱, gym 💪—rainy day? No problem!
▪️ Hidden gems: Stargazing with telescopes 🔭, fishing 🎣, horseback riding—unique and fun!
▪️ Photo hotspots: Weilan Valley S-curve! A viral spot 📸—don’t miss it! Plus Hobbit houses 🏡 and hilltop lawns—every shot is a masterpiece!

🍽 Where to eat?
▫️ Bibo Restaurant (in No.1 Hotel): Buffet or à la carte—plenty of options 😋
▫️ Island Bar (in Yacht Hotel): Budget-friendly buffet, perfect after a day of fun
▫️ Iron Pot Stew Lakeside Restaurant: Next to Yacht Hotel, dine with lake views 🌊—vibes on point!
▫️ Hilltop Café: Must-try coconut latte! ☕️ Sip coffee on the lawn with a view—pure therapy~
▫️ Prefer DIY? Bring camping food or grab snacks at the leisure snack bar 🍢

💡 Tips:

1. For a relaxed trip, choose the basic package: Lake cruise + animal corridor + playground + Hobbit houses + rainbow slide
2. For maximum fun, upgrade: Basic package + archery + water golf + kayaking/paddleboarding
3. Camping gear can be brought or rented—stargazing at night is magical ✨

Post by Layla Cox Hazel | Jul 24, 2025

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