Take your kids to check in at the southernmost tip of the motherland! Xisha Islands Family Guide
by WanderlustWhimsies
Mar 25, 2025
Starting from ¥4800! Let's head to China's version of the Maldives✨
🏝Quanfu Island, this dreamy hidden gem in the Xisha Islands, is hailed as China's most beautiful marine paradise! With crystal-clear waters and pink-white sandy beaches, it outshines foreign islands! Best part? It's exclusively open to Chinese citizens – national pride at its peak!🇨🇳
🌟Ultimate Travel Guide:
🚢Transportation:
- Only accessible via cruise group tours
- Boarding point: Sanya Phoenix Island International Cruise Port
- Recommended cruises:
▪️South China Sea Cruise (large tonnage, ultra-stable)
▪️Changle Princess (new facilities, luxury experience)
💰Price: Starting from ¥4800/person, inclusive of tickets, meals, accommodation, and activities – zero hidden costs!
💳Documents:
✅ID card is mandatory!
✅Student/military ID may qualify for discounts
👗Outfit Essentials:
- Sun-protective clothing + beach dress (white tones look stunning)
- Quick-dry swimwear (must-have for water activities)
- Water shoes (anti-slip is crucial)
- Wide-brimmed straw hat (style + sun protection)
🧴Skincare Must-haves:
- SPF50+ sunscreen (beach essential)
- Post-sun repair masks
- Hydrating mist (ocean air is drying)
📸Photography Gear:
- Waterproof phone pouch (for water adventures)
- Snorkeling mask (to see fish schools)
- Telephoto camera (for underwater shots)
- Motion sickness pills (one dose guarantees comfort)
🎉Island Must-dos:
🇨🇳Flag-raising Ceremony:
Watch the red flag flutter at dawn – absolutely breathtaking!
🤿Snorkeling:
30m visibility! Tropical fish swimming around you~
🐚Tide Pooling:
Harvest seashells and starfish at low tide
📸Photography:
White sand + glassy waters = insta-worthy shots everywhere
🗓4D3N Perfect Itinerary:
Day1:
14:00-16:00 Board at Sanya
17:00 Pre-trip briefing
18:30 Cruise dinner + sunset
20:00 Deck party🎉
Day2:
07:30 Flag-raising
08:30 Island hike + photos
10:00 Free time (snorkeling/beach volleyball)
14:30 Eco-activity
17:00 Afternoon tea onboard
Day3:
Yinyu Island Exploration:
Morning: Fishing + fishing village tour
Noon: Seafood feast🦞
Afternoon: Free time/rest
Day4:
08:00 Breakfast + check-out
09:00 Trip debrief
12:00 Return to Sanya
😋Must-try Foods:
🦞Seafood buffet:
Freshly caught lobster & abalone to your heart's content!
🥥Coconut rice:
Fragrant and glutinous
🍧Qingbuliang dessert:
10+ ingredients for ultimate refreshment
🥚Steamed sea urchin egg:
Unbelievably fresh!
⚠️Important Notes:
🔹Book 15 days early (early bird discounts)
🔹Download offline maps (poor signal at sea)
🔹Protect ecology (no coral/shell collection)
🔹20% off for children under 12
🔹Cabins above 2nd floor offer best views
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