Xunliao Bay, Huizhou | A dreamy seaside getaway 🌴

Xunliao Bay, Huizhou | A Dreamy Seaside Getaway 🌴

Located on the dazzling coastline of southeastern Guangdong, Xunliao Bay in Huizhou resembles a lost pearl, captivating countless visitors with its unique charm. Its long, powder-fine sand feels like being wrapped in a soft blanket, incredibly comfortable to walk on barefoot. 😌

The waters are crystal clear, a breathtakingly blue. Looking out over the horizon, the water and sky merge into one, like a stunning oil painting. 🖼️ At sunset, the shimmering glow of the setting sun bathes the sea, illuminating the waves and bathing the entire world in a romantic hue that's hard to look away. 💕

Pre-trip preparations: Check the weather and tide times in advance, and bring sunscreen, a swimsuit, flip-flops, and essential medications. If you plan to take photos, bring light-colored, stylish clothing for stunning photos. 📸
Getting There: Driving is highly recommended for the Pearl River Delta region. The entire journey is on the highway, offering breathtaking views. It takes about 2.5 hours from Guangzhou and about 2 hours from Shenzhen. If you prefer not to drive, first arrive at Huidong Station and transfer to bus line H8 (5 RMB, about 1 hour) or take a taxi (100-150 RMB, about 40 minutes).

Accommodation Recommendations:

• Sea World Sunset Seaview Hotel: Exceptional location, right on the beach. Rooms all have ocean views, allowing for stunning sunsets in the evenings. The hotel offers new facilities and attentive service. Prices range from 500-1200 RMB per night.

• Xunliao Bay Golden Bay Regal Resort: A top choice for family trips! It features a children's water park, a private beach, and an infinity pool. The rooms are spacious and comfortable, some even come with large bathtubs for enjoying the ocean view. Prices range from 800-2000 RMB per night.

• Jiuming Island Sea Apartment: Great value, clean rooms, some rooms feature the viral UFO pool, and nearby dining, shopping, and dining are all conveniently located. Prices range from 300-800 RMB/night.
Attractions:

• Millstone Park: Free! Known as the "Strange Stone Museum," the wind-moving stones are a truly stunning sight. The sunrise and sunset light effects are stunning, making for stunning photo opportunities. A 2-3 hour visit is recommended.

• Delta Island: Entrance fee plus boat ticket is 128 RMB. The waters are crystal clear, and snorkeling offers a vibrant array of tropical fish and coral reefs. Ascend to the mountaintop observation deck for breathtaking views of the entire island. A 3-4 hour visit is recommended.

• Xunliao Bay Seafood Park: A must-visit for families! At low tide, the beach is filled with tiny shrimps, crabs, and shells, ensuring children have a blast. The park is free, parking is 20 yuan, and a 2-3 hour visit is recommended.

• Huizhou's "Little Kamakura": The coastal road along Jiuming Island resembles a scene from "Slam Dunk," making it easy to shoot Japanese-style blockbusters. A 1-2 hour visit is recommended.

• Tianhou Temple Lingnan Style Street: Replete with retro Lingnan architecture, it houses a Mazu Temple, and offers local specialties and snacks. A 2-3 hour visit is recommended.

Food Tips:

• Seafood Feast: When visiting Xunliao Bay, seafood is a must-try! Recommended dishes include sea urchin fried rice, stir-fried flower crab with ginger and scallions, and steamed oysters with garlic. The food stalls near Tianhou Temple Food Street and Wangjingwan Seafood Restaurant are all excellent, with prices ranging from 80 to 150 yuan per person.

• Hakka Cuisine: Hakka stuffed tofu is tender and the meat filling is fresh and fragrant; the braised pork with preserved vegetables is fatty but not greasy, both worth trying. Prices range from 50 to 80 yuan per person.

• Special snacks: Mugwort rice cake, with a soft and glutinous outer skin and a filling of crushed peanuts and black sesame seeds, which is full of fragrance; Zhu Ji Tangshui’s mango sago dew, a perfect combination of coconut milk and mango, 20-30 yuan per person.