Why don't people from the South visit Yantai Yangma Island, it's so beautiful!

🚗 Itinerary Overview Suitable for: Families with children, photography enthusiasts, island vacations Budget: CNY 1,000–1,500 per person (including transportation, accommodation, and food) Best season: June–August (summer seaside activities) or April–May, September–October (pleasant climate, fewer tourists) --- 🌅 Day 1: Island Exploration: Mountain and Sea Views Morning: 1. Yangma Island Bridge and Tianma Square (free) - How to play: Drive or take a shuttle bus to the island. First, check in at Tianma Square, take a photo with the iconic Tianma bronze statue, and overlook the panoramic view of the cross-sea bridge. - Tips: It is recommended to rent an electric car to circle the island (approx. CNY 50/hr) and avoid one-way road sections. Afternoon: 2. Zhang Island and Jelly Sea (free) - Photography: Explore the Zhang Island conch cave at low tide and photograph the blue-green seawater of the "Jelly Sea"; the "Lotus Sunset" viewing platform is recommended for Internet-famous photo spots. - Beachcombing experience: Prepare small buckets and shovels to catch small crabs and oysters. Remember to check the tide chart. Evening: 3. Seafood feast - Must-eat: Xinmeiweiyuan Seafood Stall (spicy fried sand snails, garlic-flavored open-back shrimp), or night market barbecue (grilled scallops, sea worm skewers). --- 🌸 Day 2: Slow Island Life: Culture and Nature Early morning: 1. Qinfeng Cliff Sunrise (free) - Historical sense: The bronze sculpture of seven horses recreates the scene of Emperor Qin Shihuang's eastern tour. Take silhouette photos in the morning mist. Morning: 2. Back Sea and Island Diary (free) - Internet-famous spot: The pure white building "Island Diary" cafe has floor-to-ceiling windows facing the sea. Iced Americano with a sea view is recommended. - Hiking: Stroll along the coastal boardwalk and encounter natural sea caves on the rocky beach. Use a wide-angle lens to capture exotic scenery. Afternoon: 3. Horse riding and sunset - Featured experience: Ride horses in Han costumes in Longmen Village (approx. CNY 100/person). In the evening, go to the Xishan viewing platform or Lotus Sunset to photograph the sunset "Orange Sea". Evening: 4. Cultural and creative products and overnight stay - Recommended B&Bs: Bushe (starry sky loft room), Xianghaiju (sea view terrace). Some B&Bs offer cultural and creative gifts. --- 🌿 Day 3: Cultural Exploration: In-depth Experience All day: 1. Sizhuo Islands hopping tour (ferry ticket CNY 200/person) - Secret realm recommendation: Dongzhuo Island vertical cliffs, Bird Island (seagulls dancing in June–July), Nanzhuo Island pebble beach. - Tips: Confirm the ferry schedule in advance (easily affected by the weather) and prepare seasickness medicine. Return trip in the evening: 2. Souvenirs: Yantai apples, Muping roasted chicken, or seaweed crisps, fish sauce and other dried seafood. --- 🦞 Food Map 1. Must-eat seafood: - Overlord Seafood Platter (crab, abalone platter), warm mixed scallops (Xinmeiweiyuan Stall). - Night market recommendations: grilled cold noodles with stinky tofu, teppanyaki squid. 2. Local snacks: - Seaweed buns, fish dumplings (snack stalls in Zhang Island Scenic Area); Muping roasted chicken (old shop in the old street). --- 🏨 Accommodation Recommendations 1. High-end sea view: - Bushe B&B (starry sky loft, private hot spring room, full of design); Jiangjunlanwan Resort Hotel (infinity pool + health facilities). 2. Cost-effective options: - Island Diary (Internet-famous white house, CNY 200/night per person); Changrui Fisherman's House (2-minute walk to the beach). --- ⚠️ Avoid Pitfalls 1. Transportation: - During peak seasons (such as May Day), you need to make an appointment to enter the island. Non-reserved vehicles are restricted. Shuttle buses are recommended (CNY 25/day, unlimited times). - There are many one-way road sections on the ring road. Pay attention to navigation prompts when driving. 2. Consumption: - Shake off the water before weighing seafood, and the processing fee is calculated based on the dishes (steaming is CNY 10/portion); - Avoid expensive restaurants in the scenic area and choose time-honored stalls with clearly marked prices.