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Just got back from Nan'ao Island! 3 days and 2 nights for over 800 yuan per person, perfectly combining island romance with affordability! 🤏 This super detailed guide will help you avoid the crowds and immerse yourself in the sea breeze and sunshine of Nan'ao Island. 🌊 Pre-trip preparation (super stress-free version) 🚗 Transportation - External transportation: We recommend departing from Shantou. 🚄 Take the high-speed rail to Shantou Station, then take a taxi or bus to Laiwu Ferry Terminal to take the island boat (ferry ticket is around 20 yuan 🚢). Driving offers more freedom, with the Nan'ao Bridge toll of 96 yuan 🌉 making it a breeze! - Internal transportation: Shared electric scooters are super convenient 🛵 30-50 yuan/day, perfect for short trips. For larger groups, charter or rent a car 🚗 for an average of 100-200 yuan per day, and stop at scenic spots for photo opportunities! 🏠 Accommodation - Qing'ao Bay Ocean View Room: Want to watch the sunrise from your seat? 🌅 Choose a Qing'ao Bay B&B, 200-400 yuan/night. Be sure to reserve a room in advance during peak season! - Houzhai Town: A value-for-money option: Close to the pier, convenient for dining and drinking. 🍜 150-300 yuan/night, perfect for budget-conscious travelers! 📸 Must-see attraction (100% photogenic) 🌞 Nature's Gate Tropic of Cancer Tower! The unique structure resembles a giant sundial. ⏳ On a clear day, sunlight filtering through the tower's shadow creates a photoshoot that looks like a magazine hit. 📷 🏖️ Qing'ao Bay "Hawaii of the East" confirmed! The sand is so fine it feels like walking on clouds ☁️ The water is so clear you can even see tiny fish 🐟 The sunset in the evening is breathtaking, and the beachfront shops are a blast to browse and eat 🍧 🌉 Nan'ao Bridge The cross-sea bridge is truly spectacular! Driving or driving across it, you'll see breathtaking views of the ocean and bridge 🌊 (Be careful and don't park illegally to take photos) 🏺 Songjing The well where the Southern Song Dynasty royal family fled 💧 It's so close to the sea, yet the water is incredibly clear! While exploring the historical sites, the coastal scenery is also breathtaking 🌴 ⚡ Windmill Hill The windmills dotting the hills resemble a fairytale world 🎠 The panoramic views overlooking the ocean and islands are truly breathtaking! The sunrise and sunset are so stunning you'll want to cry 😭 Go for a drive! 🍤 Food Recommendations (A Must-See for Foodies) 🦐 Seafood Stalls The seafood stalls in Houzhai Town and Qing'ao Bay🦀 highly recommend the salt and pepper mantis shrimp, steamed grouper, and boiled shrimp! They're so fresh they'll make your eyebrows drop!🍽️ 50-100 yuan per person, you'll be full! 🍡 Nan'ao Specialty Snacks - Gardenia Zongzi: Glutinous rice with gardenia juice🍙 Soft and chewy, with a light, refreshing aroma that's incredibly comforting! - La Bing: Traditional pastry🥮 Crispy on the outside, sweet and delicious on the inside! - Almond tea: Sweet and rich 🥛 Enjoy a bowl after a meal to relieve greasiness and maintain your health~ 🗓️ 3-Day, 2-Night Itinerary (Easy Version) Day 1: Shantou → Nan'ao Island → Houzhai Town → Nature's Gate → Qing'ao Bay - Morning: Arrive on the island and stay at a Houzhai Town B&B 🏠 Stroll through the old streets and soak up the local flavor 🍢 - Afternoon: Check in and take photos at Nature's Gate 📸 Play in the water and sand at Qing'ao Bay Beach 🏖️ - Evening: Enjoy a delicious meal at a seafood stall in Qing'ao Bay 🦞 Enjoy a romantic stroll after dinner in the sea breeze 💕 Day 2: Fengche Mountain → Songjing → Seafood Market → Houzhai Town Night Market - Morning: Rise early to watch the sunrise and sea of ​​clouds from Fengche Mountain 🌄 Visit Songjing and hear historical stories 🏺 - Noon: Buy fresh produce at Houzhai Town Seafood Market 🦐 Find a stall processing seafood for your own seafood 🍤 - Afternoon: Relax in your B&B/cycle around the island 🚴. Relax in the sea breeze and daydream – so relaxing! - Evening: Visit the Houzhai Town Night Market 🍡 and enjoy the local snacks and the lively atmosphere! Day 3: Sunrise at Qing'ao Bay → Nan'ao Bridge → Return - Get up early: Watch the stunning sunrise over Qing'ao Bay 🌅 and capture the romance in your camera! - Morning: Pack and drive/take a boat off the island 🌊. Enjoy the scenery while crossing the Nan'ao Bridge for a perfect end to your trip! 💡 Tips (Must-Avoid Pitfalls) - August is incredibly hot 🔥 So pack your sun protection trio (hat, sunglasses, sunscreen)! - There are lots of mosquitoes on the island 🦟 So ​​bring mosquito repellent to keep them away! - Don't overeat seafood 🦀 For sensitive stomachs, bring some stomach medicine so you can enjoy your meal without worry! The beauty of Nan'ao Island lies hidden in its fine sandy beaches, vast ocean, and romantic windmills. 🌊 Follow this guide and enjoy the experience for over 800 RMB per person! Put Nan'ao Island on your travel bucket list now! 💨 #Nan'aoIslandSunriseViewingExperience #IslandPhotography #ShantouTravel #800RMBPerPerson #NicheDiscovery

I only know Chaoshan and Guangzhou! ✨ Shantou is Guangdong's ultimate hidden gem 💥 Michelin-starred cuisine for just a few bucks per person 🍜 The arcade-style old town is a classic movie-inspired photo opportunity 🎬 Nan'ao Island's glassy sea and windmill sunsets are so romantic! 😭 Here's a 2500 all-inclusive travel guide for students! 👊 📍[7-Day Highlights Itinerary] 🔥Days 1-2: Old Town Stroll ✨Small Park Kaifu District (Guoping Road, Jinping District) ✨Post Office Museum (No. 10 Waimalu, Jinping District) ✨Anping Road Arcade Street (every photo is a hit!) Tonight, a must-try is "Xitianxiang Oyster Omelette" (Xitianxiang, Jinping District): Time-honored oyster omelette and rice noodle soup, so delicious you'll have neighbors knocking on your door! 🤤 🦞Days 3-4: Gourmet Special Forces For morning tea, a must-try is "Fuyuan Restaurant" (Jinsha East Road, Longhu District): Tiger Brand braised goose and bamboo shoot cakes are to die for! In the afternoon, visit "Laoma Palace Zongqiu" (No. 22, Xinling Road, Jinping District): The sweet and savory combination zongzi is absolutely amazing! Evening, visit "Wuqiao Island Food Stalls" (Wuqiao Street, Jinping District): The marinated shrimp and crabs are so delicious they'll make your mouth dance! 🌊Day 5: Nan'ao Island Consecration Day (You'll regret it if you don't go!) 🚌Bus Route 161/carpool to Qing'ao Bay (Chenghai District) Must-see spots: Tropic of Cancer Square and Windmill Hill. Freshly caught seafood is cooked to order, and the evening "Windmill Sea Sunset" is breathtaking! 📷Day 6: Cultural Recharge "Chaoshan History and Culture Museum" (Nanbin Road, Haojiang District) "Seaside Promenade" (Haibin Road, Jinping District): A magical sunset stroll! 🛍️Day 7: Crazy Shopping Time Souvenir List: ✔Dahao Fish Balls (Dahao Street, Haojiang District) ✔Old Medicinal Oranges (available in major supermarkets) ✔Mung Bean Cakes (Lao Chaoxing Bakery recommended) 💰[Money Saving Tips] 🚌Transportation: 400 (train + bus + carpool) 🏠Accommodation: 720 (6 nights x 120, highly recommend the Xiaogongyuan B&B) 🍜Food: 560 (80 per day, eat as much as you want!) 🎫Entrance Fees: 300 (Nan'ao Ferry Ticket + Snacks) 💸Total Budget: 2480! No pressure for students~ ⚠️[Tips to Avoid] ❗Don't overdo it when trying raw pickled vegetables! Remember to pair it with white porridge. ❗Sunscreen SPF50+ is recommended for Nan'ao Island. ❗Walk 20,000 steps in the old town, sneakers! ❗Buses are slow, so I recommend Didi or shared bikes. ❗No need to haggle in Shantou; prices are clearly marked and very friendly. 🌈Buy 7 days of "Chaozhou Life" for 2,500 yuan— From the aroma of kueh zhi in the morning to the delicious pickled vegetables at night, The fireworks in the old town and the smell of the sea breeze all say: Welcome to Shantou! 💕 #ShantouTravel #Nan'aoIslandTravel #ChaozhouFood #BudgetTravel #GuangdongTravel

🌊 A must-have for budget travelers! 5 budget-friendly seaside city guides—even for students! ✨ --- 1️⃣ Qingdao · Shandong 💰 Budget per person: 600-800 RMB/3 days 🌅 Highlights: Red tiles, green trees, azure sea and sky, German-style architecture, beer and seafood 📌 Must-dos: · Free attractions: Watch seagulls from the pier 🕊, stroll through Badaguan Pass, picnic at Wheat Island Park · Climb Signal Hill Park for 25 RMB for a panoramic view of the old city 🌆 · Visit Taitung Pedestrian Street Night Market and try spicy fried clams and bottled Tsingtao beer 🍻 🚌 Transportation: Buses run throughout the city, with direct connections between attractions for 1-2 RMB. 🍜 Food recommendations: Yellowfin fish dumplings, seafood stalls (group purchases are more cost-effective!) 💡 Tip: Stay in September, off-season, for 50 RMB per night, and the water is even clearer! --- 2️⃣ Beihai · Guangxi 💰 Budget per person: 500-700 RMB/3 days 🌴 Highlights: Silver Beach, Weizhou Island (a budget-friendly alternative), Vietnamese cuisine 📌 Must-dos: · Free sunbathing and swimming at Silver Beach 🏊‍♂️ · Take a boat to Weizhou Island for 68 RMB (half-price for students), and rent an e-bike to tour the island (30 RMB/day) 🛵 · Enjoy sweet soup, rice rolls, and coconut jelly at Qiaogang Street 🥥 🚲 Transportation: Shared trams and buses, renting an e-bike offers more freedom on Weizhou Island. 🍜 Recommended food: A large bowl of seafood congee for 10 RMB, charcoal-grilled oysters (2 RMB each!) 💡 Tip: Avoid holidays and stay in a B&B with a sea view for just 60 RMB per person! --- 3️⃣ Huizhou · Guangdong 💰 Budget per person: 400-600 RMB/2 days 🌊 Highlights: Affordable ocean views at Shuangyue Bay, free photo ops at the reef bar, and a secluded beach 📌 Must-dos: · Free panoramic views from the Shuangyue Bay Observation Deck🌙 · Photograph stunning volcanic rock coastline at Mozishi Park📸 · Charter a fishing boat for a fishing trip (30 RMB per person)🛶 🚗 Transportation: Direct buses from Huizhou South Station, or taxis are cheaper. 🍜 Recommended Food: Kiln-baked chicken, seafood prepared at the market (50 RMB per person, enough to fill you up!) 💡 Tip: Share a room in a B&B for 40 RMB per person, making it super convenient for weekend trips from Guangzhou/Shenzhen! --- 4️⃣ Zhoushan · Zhejiang 💰 Budget per person: 700-900 RMB/3 days 🏝 Highlights: Pearl of the East China Sea, affordable alternatives to Goji Island/Dongji Island, Buddhist culture 📌 Must-dos: · Free cycling tour of Zhujiajian Daqingshan Coastal Highway 🚲 · Night view of Shenjiamen Fishing Port and seafood stalls (remember to bargain!) 🦀 · Island ferry tickets available in advance for as little as 50 RMB (Baisha Island recommended) ⛴ 🚌 Transportation: Public buses on the islands are 2 RMB, and you can explore the main attractions on foot. 🍜 Recommended food: Seafood noodles, stir-fried rice cakes with swimming crab (small shops offer more authentic flavors). 💡 Tip: Ferry tickets are cheaper during non-holidays, and B&Bs with meals are 100 RMB per person per day! --- 5️⃣ Haikou · Hainan 💰 Budget per person: 600-800 RMB/3 days 🌴 Highlights: Coconut breezes and ocean views, duty-free shopping, and the Volcanic Geological Park 📌 Must-dos: · Free swimming and sunset barbecues at the beach on weekends 🏖 · Photograph the Nanyang-style architecture at Qilou Old Street (free photos) 📸 · Browse the Sun Moon Plaza duty-free shops (remember to sign up for membership and earn points!) 💄 🚲 Transportation: Shared trams and buses, no taxi fares required 🍜 Recommended Dining: Qingbuliang (8 RMB), Wenchang Chicken, and Laoba Tea (15 RMB per person) 💡 Tip: Stay at a youth hostel for 30 RMB per night, half the price at a Sanya alternative! --- 💦 Budget Travel Tips: ✅ Book your tickets in advance: Choose a hard seat on the train and an overnight train to save on accommodation. ✅ Eat like a local: The cheapest snacks are found at markets and around universities. ✅ Travel off-peak: Weekday accommodations are incredibly affordable! 🌎 Pack your backpack and head out! Enjoy a romantic beach experience without breaking the bank! 💨 (Safety Tip: Even budget travelers need insurance. Traveling with a companion is more reassuring.) #BeachPhotos #BudgetTravelStrategy #MostCommentedOnFacebook #CityHumanitiesNotes #TravelRecommendation

Nan'ao Island: 🚗🚗 Driving or renting a car is more convenient. 🏝️ Nan'ao Island Attractions: ✅ Bel-Air Creative Park - Artistic graffiti wall + ocean view cafe + handcraft workshop 🍧 Tips: Houhai Folk Song Tavern (Evening performances, great atmosphere) Come here for a drink in the evening, right by the sea (a perfect spot for couples) ✅ Orange Sea Beach Paradise - Orange-themed beach 🏖️ Watch the sunset here! ✅ Fisherwoman Island Coconut Sea Beach Paradise - Featuring beach and water activities, perfect for families. 📸: White sand beach swings, boardwalk 🔥 Food List ✅ Yuxiji Seafood Steam Hotpot Freshly steamed seafood with authentic flavors. Enjoy porridge afterward, with a rich seafood flavor. Scallops, oysters, scallops, and flower crabs ✅ Lin Erbo Chaoshan Beef Hotpot Freshly cut beef, freshly slaughtered, with authentic shacha sauce. A local guide brought me here, this is the most authentic Chaoshan beef hotpot! ✅ Fengbo Stir-fry The seafood is freshly caught and cooked, and the dishes are generous. There's a wide selection of dishes. Local home-style dishes: Seaweed fried rice + oyster omelette, signature sea urchin fried rice 🍯🍯 Authentic snacks: ✅ Chengbo Fansha Shop: Fansha taro, Fansha family broth! I recommend the family broth; you can try all the flavors in one serving. I love the Fansha Yougan (Fansha Yougan) the most; it's so refreshing and leaves a lingering sweet aftertaste. 😋😋 ✅ Ran Ji Dessert Shop The portions are generous! They also have a wide selection of snacks. Signature Four-Fruit Soup, Duck Noodles, Four-Piece Cake, Potato Cake, and Mouth-Bite Fragrant Tofu ✅ Jitzin Milk Dessert Family This long-standing dessert shop is packed with locals. Nan'ao Fried Tofu, Double Skin Milk Milk, Honey Mustard Chicken Wings, and Four-Color Milk Bricks ✅ Traditional Sugar Scallion Pancakes: A Heritage Snack Freshly made sugar scallion pancakes are generously filled and best eaten hot. Cilantro Sugar Scallion Pancakes, Lime Sugar Scallion Pancakes, and Ice Cream Sugar Scallion Pancakes ✅ Nan'ao Island Check-In Juice Company: A local favorite. Avocado Custard, Passion Fruit, Grape, and Lemon are so refreshing! Two cups a day, hahaha. 🌅Seaview Restaurant: Dine while watching the sunset in the evening❗️❗️ ✅Li Xuanjun Food Stall (Bel-Air, first-line sea view location) Cooked to order, home-style stir-fries with a smoky, homey feel and the Bel-Air sea view—so chill! Chaozhou-style satay beef noodles, Huang Feihong shrimp, and Nan'ao seaweed fried rice. ✅ Auntie Shisan Chaoshan Seafood Noodle House The specialty seafood rice noodle soup is generously stocked with local ingredients, and the seafood is very fresh and sweet. The specialty seafood noodles and crab roe seafood noodles are both excellent. 🎁 Souvenirs ✅ Taotao Cultural and Creative Products Iconic items from Nan'ao, including many long-standing Chaoshan specialties. Nan'ao seaweed, house squid, cultural and creative refrigerator magnets, the Chaoshan Three Treasures, Lao Xiang Huang ❗️❗️: UV rays are strong at the beach, so bring sunscreen, a hat, and a waterproof bag. Island Transportation: Rent an electric scooter for 50-80r/day, making it easier to get around the island. #The most asked-about places on WeChat Moments #The most asked-about places on WeChat Moments #The scenery on the road #A collection of delicious snacks #Local delicacies