It's not that you can't afford to go abroad, it's that Xisha offers better value for money!!

Who understands! The moment I saw the glass sea in Xisha, I cried directly😭

It's really not that you can't afford to go abroad, it's that the blue of Xisha can melt your heart! Finally stepping onto this sea area open only to Chinese citizens, "China National Geographic" calls it "China's most beautiful island," and I can personally confirm it's not an exaggeration—so beautiful that my phone storage immediately filled up! Guys, this place must be locked into your travel list!

How to choose transportation? This article is enough✅

There are mainly two ways to get to Xisha: cruise ships and sailboats~
For cruises, choose the "South China Sea Dream" or "Xianglong Island" ships, super stable! Perfect for taking parents and kids, prices start from 5000 RMB~
I chose the sailboat! Riding the wind and waves all the way is super exciting, you can stop anytime for sea fishing or snorkeling, but it can be a bit bumpy, suitable for adventurous young people, prices range from 10,000 to 25,000 RMB, the experience is top-notch!

Must-visit spots, missing them will really make you regret it!

- Quanfudao Island: China's version of the "pink sand beach," who doesn't love it! The sand is as fine as stepping on cotton, the water visibility is super high, and when snorkeling, schools of tropical fish swim around you, feeling like you've entered an underwater fairy tale world✨
- Yinyu Island: The sea water is a dreamy Tiffany blue! Rent a transparent kayak for photos, no need to find angles, every shot is a masterpiece~ There's also an underwater post office, send a postcard to your future self, full of commemorative meaning!

Food section: Achieve seafood freedom in Xisha🦞

On the ship's buffet, you must try the coconut chicken hotpot! The sweet and clear broth with tender chicken, plus some mango and pineapple, will make you feel like you've earned back half your ticket price with one meal~
Don't miss the fishermen's home on Yinyu Island! Sea urchin steamed egg for 50 RMB a serving, so fresh your eyebrows will fly up, freshly caught and grilled grouper, every bite tastes like the ocean, this is the real seafood feast!

Recommended activities, not doing them is like not coming at all!

Snorkeling is a must! In the clear water, colorful corals and small fish swim right before your eyes, you can almost touch them (of course, don't touch~), the visual impact is amazing!
Sea fishing is super healing! Find a corner, drop your fishing rod, and the moment a fish bites is so stress-relieving. I even caught a huge tuna, the sense of achievement is overwhelming!

Remember these precautions, don't fall into traps!

- Age limit is 10-70 years old, those over the limit need to apply in advance~
- No alcohol or excessive sprays allowed, and no matter how beautiful the shells are, you can't take them ashore!
- If you have heart disease or high blood pressure, don't sign up, medical conditions on the ship are limited~
- Be sure to bring your own trash bags, take all your garbage back to the ship for disposal, let's protect this blue together!

Xisha is truly a place you must visit once in your lifetime! Keep this guide safe, set off on your next holiday, it definitely won't disappoint you~

Post by KIMBERLY LARSEN | Oct 21, 2025

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