Unlock a happy weekend with a one-stop parenting vacation
by FLYNN POPE
Apr 8, 2024
Escape to Yixing's Yinlong Valley for a relaxing weekend getaway🍃 This off-the-beaten-path destination is a hidden treasure in the Yangtze River Delta region! Nestled between mountains and waters, Yinlong Valley paired with Narada Resort offers breathtaking scenery and upscale experiences all in one.
🌿Must-Visit Spots:
📍Yinlong Valley Reservoir
Crystal-clear waters with a lakeside boardwalk perfect for photography📸 The misty mornings create the most magical shots!
📍Narada IN+PARK Resort
Infinity pool overlooking the lake and mountains🏊♀️ The architecturally stunning glass structures make every photo Instagram-worthy
📍Bamboo Forest & Tea Plantation
Don't miss the tea-picking and tea-making experience🍵 Strolling through the tea fields in Hanfu feels like stepping into an ancient scholar's life
🍴Food Recommendations:
✔Reservoir Fish Head Soup: Unbelievably fresh! A must-order at Narada's Chinese restaurant
✔Black Glutinous Rice: Yixing specialty, perfectly paired with brown sugar
✔Bamboo Tube Rice: Steamed in fresh bamboo with unique aromatic flavor
💡Practical Tips:
1⃣Stay 1-2 nights - Narada offers both lake-view and mountain-view rooms
2⃣Book tea-picking experience in advance (seasonal activity)
3⃣Bring mosquito repellent! Mountain insects can be bothersome
4⃣Both sunny and rainy days have their charm - misty days create magical atmosphere
🚗Transportation:
2-hour drive from Shanghai/Hangzhou, or 30-minute taxi from Yixing High-Speed Rail Station
Perfect weekend itinerary: Depart Friday afternoon, return Sunday afternoon
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