Not Xinjiang, but Chengdu—Chengdu's very own Altay!
by KENNETH HARRELL
Jul 3, 2025
Right near the Panda Base, we checked into a "panda den"~
📍Crowne Plaza Chengdu Panda Garden
Day 1: Visit pandas at the base → Check into panda-themed room → "Silk Road Adventure" exploration → Southeast Asian buffet dinner
Day 2: Panda-themed breakfast → Forest hiking at back mountain → Pool water play & bubble🫧 battle → Return trip
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✅ Must-experience highlights
🐼 Immersive panda-themed family room
💦 Double pool fun
Outdoor kids' pool: Shallow area + water slide
Indoor heated pool: Perfect for rainy days or sun protection
🎮 Hotel's Silk Road Adventure activities
Go-kart racing, AR/Switch games, playground for little ones
🌲 Back mountain forest hike & insta-worthy spots
📸 Photo ops:
Forest light beams, large lawn, wooden cabin, forest swing
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🍽 Southeast Asian buffet dinner is incredibly lavish - both adults and kids will find their favorites~
Breakfast buffet: Kids devoured three panda bean paste buns - no one can resist giant pandas~
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📝 Packing essentials
Water play: Swimsuits, towels, water guns, floaties, waterproof phone case
Hiking: Mosquito spray, outdoor shoes
Photos: Dresses, straw bags, clear umbrella
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