Danzhou Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
Haihua Island Tourist Resort Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
You must visit this stunning vacation island for the May Day holiday
📍Ocean Flower Island
If you don't know where to go for May Day,
just head to Ocean Flower Island in Hainan❗
As soon as we got on the island, we were amazed by the luxury of Ocean Flower Island,
I heard the whole island cost 160 billion!!
But our spending on the island wasn't high at all
The value for money is really great‼️
You don't need a big budget
to enjoy the happiness of a top vacation island
Another destination for this May Day is set✅
📍Location: Ocean Flower Island, Danzhou City, Hainan Province
🏠Accommodation: Ocean Flower Island Europark Hotel
Below is a summary for everyone
Three-day two-night Ocean Flower Island travel strategy and photo spots sharing👇
1️⃣ The Water Kingdom has more than a dozen large-scale water entertainment facilities, which are the most popular spots on the island, with thousands of square meters of artificial tsunamis, human water slides, water coasters, each project is thrilling and exciting, perfect for families, couples, and friends to play
2️⃣ Ocean Park is a place that family tourists should not miss, with various marine animals, penguins, belugas, sea lions, and a variety of performances where you can take close-up photos with marine animals. Taking photos inside the aquarium is also very dreamy!
3️⃣ The characteristic style street is composed of buildings with features from various countries, very suitable for taking photos and checking in. There are also many kinds of international cuisine and drinks, you can choose what you like!
4️⃣ Wedding Manor has a romantic chapel💒, wedding lawn, it's like a wedding chapel-themed photo studio, just too suitable for taking photos📷! Misses who love to take photos must not miss it‼️
5️⃣ Gemini Beach has bright sunshine, coconut trees, and a beautiful beach, as well as various water activities. You can enjoy the sea breeze and watch the sunset on the beach, and there are markets and bars nearby to enjoy a seaside vacation.
Ps:
1️⃣ The fun entertainment spots are mainly concentrated on Island No.1, and each spot can be reached by taking the free shuttle bus, just wait at the roadside bus stop, there's one every 15 minutes
2️⃣ The weather is still very sunny now, so be prepared for sun protection
3️⃣ The island's museum venues regularly hold art exhibitions, you can pay attention to the dynamics and go there if interested
4️⃣ This time we stayed at the Europark Hotel in the hotel, the hotel is divided into four castle areas, each area has a different theme, the hotel's lobby is a large clock tower-like building which is really beautiful, and there is a spiral staircase full of books which is very photogenic, there is also an information desk on the left side of the lobby, you can find staff here to solve any problems, I think the best thing is the hotel service, every hotel staff member will smile and greet you, and any problems can be solved immediately, which is great❗
thora_8193
The most detailed and comprehensive nanny-level guide to Sea Flower Island, sisters who are going, copy your homework now!
Tourist attraction punch-in guide:
Sea Flower Island is really magnificent, with an artificial sea island built at a cost of 160 billion RMB. The island is divided into 1, 2, and 3, with the first island being the main recreational island, where various amusement facilities, attractions, and delicious food are concentrated, while the second and third islands are residential islands.
📍Location: No. 100, Yangbu Coastal Avenue, Danzhou City, Hainan Province
🚦🚦🚦Transportation
👉To enter the first island, you can only rely on the island's buses, private cars are not allowed, and the buses run about every 20 minutes
👉Scenic area bus: Free, mainly single-line circulation within the island, Line 1 (mainly within the first island), Line 2 (between the first and second islands), Line 3 (between the first and third islands), all with fixed stops and departure times.
👉Little train: Adults 45/person, children 20/person, inner loop of the first island, with fixed stops, you can take it to watch the sunrise around the island.
👉Self-driving: Cars can only go to the second and third islands, and the first island can only be parked in the parking lot. The three islands are connected by bridges.
✔️Walking: When playing on the first island, it is recommended to walk for short distances, because there are really a lot of sceneries, and secondly, except for taxis that can stop at designated locations, you have to get to a fixed location to take other vehicles.
✔️Taxi: 10 yuan/person, running between the three islands, hail and stop, go wherever you want.
🧐🧐🧐Recommended attractions
✅Wedding Manor: It is really recommended for couples or spouses who can afford it to wear wedding dresses or cocktail dresses and take photos in the chapel, very photogenic! This place is also the best viewing spot for the light show!!! There are shows at 20:30 and 21:30, so be sure to get the timing right!
✅Multinational Style Street: Here you can find buildings with Chinese and Western styles, and it's also great for taking photos.
✅Sea View Park: Take the island's little train to the Sea View Square station and enjoy a beautiful sunset around six o'clock.
✅Ocean Park: An absolute must-visit for children, with a rich array of performances, belugas, sea lions, cute pet shows, dolphins, mermaids, and other interactions, simply a lot of fun!
✅Five-Nation Hot Springs: The Japanese and Italian pavilions are often open recently, with many small hot springs, one for each family, which also provides a good level of privacy, and thoughtful amenities such as towels, drinking water, mosquito repellent, etc.
⚠️Tips
‼️Sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, sun umbrellas, although it's winter, you still need to protect yourself from the sun, as the UV rays are still strong.
MADDISON BELL
Hainan Island Self-Driving Tour in November 2023 - Haikou
Guangzhou Huadu — Seven-Day Self-Driving Travelogue on Hainan Island
Seven-Day Itinerary
November 3rd, Huadu-Qingfeng-Haikou (staying at Country Garden for 321 yuan)
November 4th, Haikou-Lingao (waterfall)-Danzhou (Dongpo Academy-Millennium Salt Fields) staying at Haihua Island (350 yuan)
November 5th, Danzhou-Wuzhishan-Xidao (Villa 468 yuan)
November 6th, Xidao—Atlantis (Apartment 778 yuan)
November 7th, Atlantis-Yingge Salt Field-Ledong (staying at Jiushuo Apartment for 463 yuan)
November 8th, Ledong-Haikou (duty-free shop)-Zhanjiang (staying at Zhanjiang Apartment for 467 yuan)
November 9th, Zhanjiang-Huadu
The last time I went on a trip was at the end of 2019. What prompted this trip to Hainan was a few drinks during the National Day family dinner!
As per the original plan, the three sisters arrived at Zhongda Garden one after another before 9 am on November 3rd, dilly-dallying until the brother-in-law came back, and finally set off at 9:20 am. Along the way, there were laughs and cheers, and two hours later, we arrived at the Shengtang Service Area. The service area had a nice environment, and everyone agreed to simply have lunch there, 93 yuan for three clay pot rice dishes, which five people couldn't finish, truly a conscientious lunch!
After resting for about an hour, we continued our journey around 12:30 pm. The trip was smooth, and by 4 pm we were approaching Xuwen Port. Plans always change faster than expected, and with a command from the boss, we decided to go directly to Haikou, skipping the original plan to spend a night in Xuwen to visit the mainland's Antarctic Village and the Coral Nature Reserve. Fortunately, we were prepared, and with the experience of the Huizhou self-driving tour during the summer vacation, we didn't book a room in advance (otherwise, most of the current bookings on Ctrip do not accept refunds, and I don't have that much money to compensate!). So, we filled up the tank before crossing the sea and headed straight for Xuwen Port. Although we arrived at the ticket office at 16:35, due to the number of cars crossing, we could only get on the 19:00 ferry. While waiting to board, we booked a homestay near the port in Haikou. The 19:00 ferry was delayed a bit before setting sail, and we followed the crowd into the passenger cabin, quite worried that the big brother who drove alone to the car ferry might get lost. Finally, we reunited, settled down, and then took turns to have dinner on our own, eating instant noodles or a more luxurious self-heating meal. It was almost 21:00, and we followed the crowded flow of people off the ferry. While waiting for the big brother to drive out, we witnessed the orderly departure of large and extra-long vehicles from the ferry.
At 22:10, we finally arrived at the booked homestay, Country Garden on Haidian Island in Meilan District, Haikou. The three-bedroom apartment cost 321 yuan, which was a good deal, and the house was quite exquisite. The five of us allocated the rooms, lined up for showers, and went to bed.
November 4th, in the spirit of waking up naturally, the brother-in-law would certainly not get up early to hit the road. The three sisters all got up relatively early and went for a walk in the community. The community was not large, but the environment was elegant, and the greenery had the characteristics of Hainan. We took a walk, took some photos, basked in the sun, and began to enjoy the sunshine of Hainan.
At 8:00 am, we finally received the signal to depart, packed our luggage, and set off for Hainan's morning tea. A teahouse located above the market, Meilan Jufu Dad's Tea Shop, we bought a group meal and ordered a few dim sums (the specialty was coconut jelly), and 148 yuan was enough to satisfy the five of us. Since the departure, we had been discussing the rumors of Hainan's tourist traps, and this price was indeed a bit of a surprise.
After morning tea, we went to the arcade old street in Longhua District, Haikou. The arcade old street is a well-preserved historical district, famous for its unique architectural style and strong Nanyang atmosphere. Here, we admired various exquisite residential buildings, and we didn't buy a single coconut, but we did buy a 10 yuan turquoise and a 13 yuan golden turquoise. Five people drinking two coconuts, I wonder if the more we drink, the more we'll have, it's funny to think about!
The Haikou Bell Tower is one of the most important symbolic and emblematic buildings in Haikou and a symbol of Haikou's culture. Located at No. 20 Changdi Road, Longhua District, Haikou City, Hainan Province, on the banks of Haidian Creek, it's not far from the arcade old street, just across a road. Because it was quite sunny, we just looked at it from the opposite side and didn't go over to pay our respects.
Alden Heidenreich
Haihua Island | Stranded Ship and the Sea
𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 | Danzhou Seaside Diary ˚❍
🔥No need to go to Weihai, Hainan also has the stranded ship (STAR 96), which has been stranded in the sea at Paipu Port, Danzhou, Hainan for 3️⃣ years. It is rumored to be a sand-stealing ship, and the owner couldn't afford to pay the fines or something like that, but it doesn't stop people who love traveling from visiting. You can see the large stranded ship without going to Shandong·Weihai.
🌟If you encounter overcast weather with big waves and strong winds, it might present a different scene. Add some vintage movie filters, and it would be great. You can plan to arrive around three or four in the afternoon, or go before 6 o'clock to watch the sunset, and then head back to avoid traffic jams (Note: that road is only a one-way narrow road, you can't pass or change lanes, and there's a huge pit)
🌟Yesterday was a spring tide, which happens once a month. Not only can you go sea foraging, but you can also walk to the center of the sea and get up close with the 🚢. There are many corals, reefs, small fish, shrimps, crabs, and sea snails around for sea foraging.
📍Location: Search for Danzhou "Longgang Beach" in your navigation system
🎫Ticket: Free
🅿️Parking: Free (Caution⚠️: Do not drive your car onto the beach, it will really get stuck!)
🔚On the seaside beach, you may also encounter drone filming, seaside hand-ground coffee, and a "Parachute Club" (the price is around 2500+, specifically seems to be 2980? I can't remember clearly, it should include video recording📹). The location is right at the very end of Longgang Beach! 🪂, It's definitely worth a visit (still hope to choose the right weather to go again)
TravelerAtHeart
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Danzhou Millennium Ancient Salt Field Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
Ancient salty hand polished volcanic stones!
Ok, photos might be not that impressive, but the polished texture of these ancient stones under the palm of your hand can provide you an absolutely amazing experience! These stones have been producing slat for centuries, they are scorched under the harsh southern sun, and hand polished by tens of generations of local people. To be honest, I was not expecting that much from that site, but with a first touch we caught that sentimental poetic wave. So if you are interested in history, this attraction is definitely worth visiting!
🚕🚎🚌 We would recommend to take a car for several days immediately at Baimajin train station (you can use car sharing services), coz there are plenty of amazing attractions around Danzhou, like wild volcanic beaches, distant fishermans villages, etc etc, where it is not so easy to get to.
🍔🍟🥪 There are many small cafes right on the spot, where you can enjoy some fresh sea food. Of course, these places are super ascetic, with plastic chairs and so on, but local food can be really delicious here!
🏵 Of course, you can buy this local salt here, but to be honest, it doesn't seem to be produced with this ancient method. But of course, it is totally up to you in what to believe😉
To summ up, it can be some new experience that won't take too much time. Worth visiting if you are a history fan!
#urbanexplorer #amazingplace #historywalk
urbanexplorer
amazingplace
Serj Khas
Hainan Island Self-Driving Tour in November 2023 - Haikou
Guangzhou Huadu — Seven-Day Self-Driving Travelogue on Hainan Island
Seven-Day Itinerary
November 3rd, Huadu-Qingfeng-Haikou (staying at Country Garden for 321 yuan)
November 4th, Haikou-Lingao (waterfall)-Danzhou (Dongpo Academy-Millennium Salt Fields) staying at Haihua Island (350 yuan)
November 5th, Danzhou-Wuzhishan-Xidao (Villa 468 yuan)
November 6th, Xidao—Atlantis (Apartment 778 yuan)
November 7th, Atlantis-Yingge Salt Field-Ledong (staying at Jiushuo Apartment for 463 yuan)
November 8th, Ledong-Haikou (duty-free shop)-Zhanjiang (staying at Zhanjiang Apartment for 467 yuan)
November 9th, Zhanjiang-Huadu
The last time I went on a trip was at the end of 2019. What prompted this trip to Hainan was a few drinks during the National Day family dinner!
As per the original plan, the three sisters arrived at Zhongda Garden one after another before 9 am on November 3rd, dilly-dallying until the brother-in-law came back, and finally set off at 9:20 am. Along the way, there were laughs and cheers, and two hours later, we arrived at the Shengtang Service Area. The service area had a nice environment, and everyone agreed to simply have lunch there, 93 yuan for three clay pot rice dishes, which five people couldn't finish, truly a conscientious lunch!
After resting for about an hour, we continued our journey around 12:30 pm. The trip was smooth, and by 4 pm we were approaching Xuwen Port. Plans always change faster than expected, and with a command from the boss, we decided to go directly to Haikou, skipping the original plan to spend a night in Xuwen to visit the mainland's Antarctic Village and the Coral Nature Reserve. Fortunately, we were prepared, and with the experience of the Huizhou self-driving tour during the summer vacation, we didn't book a room in advance (otherwise, most of the current bookings on Ctrip do not accept refunds, and I don't have that much money to compensate!). So, we filled up the tank before crossing the sea and headed straight for Xuwen Port. Although we arrived at the ticket office at 16:35, due to the number of cars crossing, we could only get on the 19:00 ferry. While waiting to board, we booked a homestay near the port in Haikou. The 19:00 ferry was delayed a bit before setting sail, and we followed the crowd into the passenger cabin, quite worried that the big brother who drove alone to the car ferry might get lost. Finally, we reunited, settled down, and then took turns to have dinner on our own, eating instant noodles or a more luxurious self-heating meal. It was almost 21:00, and we followed the crowded flow of people off the ferry. While waiting for the big brother to drive out, we witnessed the orderly departure of large and extra-long vehicles from the ferry.
At 22:10, we finally arrived at the booked homestay, Country Garden on Haidian Island in Meilan District, Haikou. The three-bedroom apartment cost 321 yuan, which was a good deal, and the house was quite exquisite. The five of us allocated the rooms, lined up for showers, and went to bed.
November 4th, in the spirit of waking up naturally, the brother-in-law would certainly not get up early to hit the road. The three sisters all got up relatively early and went for a walk in the community. The community was not large, but the environment was elegant, and the greenery had the characteristics of Hainan. We took a walk, took some photos, basked in the sun, and began to enjoy the sunshine of Hainan.
At 8:00 am, we finally received the signal to depart, packed our luggage, and set off for Hainan's morning tea. A teahouse located above the market, Meilan Jufu Dad's Tea Shop, we bought a group meal and ordered a few dim sums (the specialty was coconut jelly), and 148 yuan was enough to satisfy the five of us. Since the departure, we had been discussing the rumors of Hainan's tourist traps, and this price was indeed a bit of a surprise.
After morning tea, we went to the arcade old street in Longhua District, Haikou. The arcade old street is a well-preserved historical district, famous for its unique architectural style and strong Nanyang atmosphere. Here, we admired various exquisite residential buildings, and we didn't buy a single coconut, but we did buy a 10 yuan turquoise and a 13 yuan golden turquoise. Five people drinking two coconuts, I wonder if the more we drink, the more we'll have, it's funny to think about!
The Haikou Bell Tower is one of the most important symbolic and emblematic buildings in Haikou and a symbol of Haikou's culture. Located at No. 20 Changdi Road, Longhua District, Haikou City, Hainan Province, on the banks of Haidian Creek, it's not far from the arcade old street, just across a road. Because it was quite sunny, we just looked at it from the opposite side and didn't go over to pay our respects.
Alden Heidenreich
Flight tickets as low as 200+, discovering a low-key small city in Hainan, Qingbu Liang for just eight yuan~
For a long period in October, flights from Shanghai to Hainan are only 200+, and it's the same in October, with tickets just two to three hundred yuan, you can take a trip to Haikou.
But Hainan isn't actually that hot during September and October, and with the prices for flights and hotels being so friendly, I've always felt that September and October are the best times to visit Hainan.
In recent years, Wanning in Hainan has transformed into an internet celebrity spot, and Wanning is indeed very photogenic. The Corona Bar at Riyue Bay is very 'feel' with just a casual snap, facing the sea and watching the surfers, waiting for the sunset. The water at Shimei Bay is super clear, and at noon, it's really a deadly blue.
Hainan is definitely a treasure province, with its beautiful sea, as well as the slow pace of life and especially fresh and rich cuisine. Among the many cities in Hainan, besides the popular Wanning, there are many cities with deserted but stunning beaches. Just find a seaside hotel at random, wear flip-flops and carry a surfboard to surf every day, life is really free and romantic.
Today, I want to share with you a very small city in Hainan—Danzhou. Maybe you haven't heard of Danzhou, but you must have heard of Su Shi—Su Dongpo. Danzhou is the place where Su Dongpo was exiled, and Danzhou's Dongpo Academy is also known as Hainan's 'first university'.
This is Danzhou, with a history of 2000 years.
It has a coastline of more than 200 kilometers, those undeveloped beaches, white and soft, fresh and natural seascapes are extremely romantic.
Moreover, it has a very rare volcanic coast in China, with large areas of reef beaches and dark volcanic lava combined with the sea to form a magnificent picture.
And the Yantian Village in Danzhou has perfectly preserved the oldest ancient salt field in China, with thousands of stone troughs neatly arranged on the beach, waiting for the sea water to surge in to produce white salt.
Danzhou's snacks have already been featured on 'Breakfast in China', it is a rather nostalgic city in Hainan. Those old shops that have been around for ten or twenty years are scattered throughout the streets and alleys, and the snacks that cost only a few yuan are everywhere. It can be said that there is no place in Hainan where the prices are lower than in Danzhou.
The unreplicable taste of Hainan is in Danzhou. Rice in soup, authentic charcoal stove with clay pot coconut chicken, delicious and inexpensive seafood stalls, and Huangpi feast, Danzhou's signature dishes are not to be underestimated, mainly because the prices are really irresistible.
Danzhou is not like other tourist cities in Hainan, it retains the most original cultural customs, and there are not many tourists. It takes just over 50 minutes by high-speed train from Haikou to Danzhou, carb lovers, glutinous fans, and seafood lovers, you can rush!
In Danzhou, the rice porridge that can be found everywhere in the streets and alleys is the nostalgia of the people of Danzhou, and the dry mixed rice noodles are incredibly refreshing to eat. Moreover, in Danzhou, 'everything can be made into a bun', pig intestine bun, white bun, fried radish bun, pot edge bun, not to mention pig lung soup, salt-baked chicken and other delicacies, you can dazzle for a week without repeating.
❤️ Eman Volcanic Coast—The Song of Water and Fire❗️
Wucai Bay, a poetic name. Here you can see ochre cliffs, green vegetation, yellow beaches, dark volcanic lava reefs, and the deep blue sea, five colors, composing the beauty of Wucai Bay. At the bottom of the cliff is the lava that flowed into the sea from a volcanic eruption🌋 long ago, where water and fire meet at the coast, leaving behind dark volcanic rocks🪨. This natural wonder is very suitable for aerial photography📸
⭐️ Longmen Surge, Longmen is actually a volcanic rock cave that is more than thirty meters high, 🌊 when the tide comes, the waves roll and hit Longmen. The terrain here is very difficult to navigate👣, and the tide is quite fierce, so be sure to pay attention to safety
⭐️ Lover's Bay: You can take a detour to see it. Wucai Bay, Lover's Bay, and Longmen Surge, these three places are very close to each other, 🚗 a 2-3 minute drive
⭐️ Dongpo's Former Residence: The former residence shows the life of Su Shi back then, with a strong cultural atmosphere. Take a tour around, and 'meet' Su Shi who is separated by a thousand years. You can hire a guide👩🏫 here, to better understand the significance of each part of the residence, otherwise it will feel similar to many other famous people's former residences🤣
🎨 Danzhou, although not very famous, does not hinder its beauty! If you want to experience a different Hainan scenery, come to Danzhou❗️
WanderingWaltz
Danzhou's ancient salt fields have stood the test of time
The Yangpu ancient salt fields were created by the people of ancient Danzhou who polished and flattened pieces of volcanic rock to form salt fields. Each volcanic rock isn't very large and doesn't yield much salt, but lined up along the coast, they are a magnificent sight. The locals pour high-concentration brine onto the rocks to dry, producing salt that seasons their lives.
Currently, the ancient salt fields are protected, and tourists are not allowed to enter for visits or play; they can only view from a distance. I saw many cacti growing well beside each volcanic rock, indicating that although the area is coastal, it is dominated by offshore winds and has a dry climate, which is very suitable for salt-making. Usually, salt is made in low-lying tidal flats, but the local terrain is not originally suitable for the salt industry. However, the wisdom of the ancient laboring people of Danzhou is boundless. They set their sights on these volcanic rocks and developed them into salt fields, which is truly admirable!
Next to the salt fields, there are many stalls selling salt-baked chicken, the real Wenchang chicken baked with the produced salt, which is incredibly delicious and unforgettable to this day. I stayed in Danzhou for two days and bought it twice. Before leaving Danzhou for the Changjiang Shilu iron mine, I went out of my way to buy one more chicken. That noon, I set up a picnic table and chairs under a big tree at a bus stop by the roadside to have lunch. The aroma of the chicken meat caused the guard dog from the nearby factory to bark wildly in agitation.
GlobetrottingNomad
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Dongpo Academy Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
Danzhou Travelogue, this stop: Zhonghe Ancient Town
This place is not a bustling tourist area, there are no throngs of visitors, nor are there many noisy vehicles. However, when I set foot on this land, I felt as if I truly touched the soul of Hainan. Walking on the country lanes, I deeply felt an intimate connection with this land.🚶♀️🌾
This is a peaceful heaven and earth, so quiet that one can hear every subtle sound—the gentle hum of electric scooters, the clamor of the market, the laughter of children... The buildings here are low and compact, houses closely connected one after another, alleys narrow and winding, roads one after another, only accommodating pedestrians and electric scooters weaving through.🏠🛵
The reason I came to this ancient town is because of the Dongpo Academy here. I walked all the way from Baimajing, passing through many villages, seeing only farmers tilling the land and old people herding cattle, occasionally a villager whizzing by on an electric scooter, leaving behind a fleeting figure.📚🐂
After visiting Dongpo Academy, I strolled through the streets of the adjacent ancient town, not for anything else, but just to catch a glimpse of the daily life of the people here. The children in the ancient town are particularly lively; they shuttle and play in the alleys, running from one end to the other, filled with innocence and joy.👦👧🎉
The market is bustling and extraordinarily lively. There is a wide variety of fruits here, including coconuts, mangoes, bananas, pineapples, jackfruits, durians, and more. Although the fruits are no different from those in the north and south of our great country, the fruits here are exceptionally delicious and affordably priced.🍉🍌🍍
On this peaceful land full of life, I felt the unique charm of Hainan and gained an unforgettable travel memory.🌟🎈
TastyTemptations
Hainan Danzhou | Step into the millennium cultural hall and appreciate the elegance of Dongpo
📍Dongpo Academy, this sacred place that carries a thousand years of culture, is located in the picturesque Danzhou City, Hainan Province. As a national AAAA-level scenic spot, it is not only a convergence point of history and culture but also a pilgrimage site that every cultural enthusiast yearns for.
🌟History of the Academy: Dongpo Academy, originally named Zaijiutang, was established in 1098 during the Northern Song Dynasty. That year, Mr. Su Dongpo was exiled to Danzhou, where he spent three precious years. Here, he enjoyed wine and conversation with friends, opened a school, spread the culture of the Central Plains, and left a rich cultural treasure for Danzhou.
🏞️Scenery of the Academy: Dongpo Academy is located on Jibei Road in the Dongpo Cultural Tourism Area of Danzhou, surrounded by a beautiful environment and shaded by green trees. Strolling here is like traveling through time, back to the poetic Northern Song Dynasty. Here, you can feel the cultural atmosphere of Mr. Su Dongpo and appreciate his unique artistic charm.
🎫Ticket and Opening Hours: The ticket price for Dongpo Academy is affordable, fluctuating between 20-25 yuan. The opening hours are from 8:30 to 17:30 every day, with entry stopping after 17:00. Please arrange your time reasonably to fully appreciate the cultural charm of Dongpo Academy.
Layla Edwards
Hainan Island Self-Driving Tour in November 2023 - Haikou
Guangzhou Huadu — Seven-Day Self-Driving Travelogue on Hainan Island
Seven-Day Itinerary
November 3rd, Huadu-Qingfeng-Haikou (staying at Country Garden for 321 yuan)
November 4th, Haikou-Lingao (waterfall)-Danzhou (Dongpo Academy-Millennium Salt Fields) staying at Haihua Island (350 yuan)
November 5th, Danzhou-Wuzhishan-Xidao (Villa 468 yuan)
November 6th, Xidao—Atlantis (Apartment 778 yuan)
November 7th, Atlantis-Yingge Salt Field-Ledong (staying at Jiushuo Apartment for 463 yuan)
November 8th, Ledong-Haikou (duty-free shop)-Zhanjiang (staying at Zhanjiang Apartment for 467 yuan)
November 9th, Zhanjiang-Huadu
The last time I went on a trip was at the end of 2019. What prompted this trip to Hainan was a few drinks during the National Day family dinner!
As per the original plan, the three sisters arrived at Zhongda Garden one after another before 9 am on November 3rd, dilly-dallying until the brother-in-law came back, and finally set off at 9:20 am. Along the way, there were laughs and cheers, and two hours later, we arrived at the Shengtang Service Area. The service area had a nice environment, and everyone agreed to simply have lunch there, 93 yuan for three clay pot rice dishes, which five people couldn't finish, truly a conscientious lunch!
After resting for about an hour, we continued our journey around 12:30 pm. The trip was smooth, and by 4 pm we were approaching Xuwen Port. Plans always change faster than expected, and with a command from the boss, we decided to go directly to Haikou, skipping the original plan to spend a night in Xuwen to visit the mainland's Antarctic Village and the Coral Nature Reserve. Fortunately, we were prepared, and with the experience of the Huizhou self-driving tour during the summer vacation, we didn't book a room in advance (otherwise, most of the current bookings on Ctrip do not accept refunds, and I don't have that much money to compensate!). So, we filled up the tank before crossing the sea and headed straight for Xuwen Port. Although we arrived at the ticket office at 16:35, due to the number of cars crossing, we could only get on the 19:00 ferry. While waiting to board, we booked a homestay near the port in Haikou. The 19:00 ferry was delayed a bit before setting sail, and we followed the crowd into the passenger cabin, quite worried that the big brother who drove alone to the car ferry might get lost. Finally, we reunited, settled down, and then took turns to have dinner on our own, eating instant noodles or a more luxurious self-heating meal. It was almost 21:00, and we followed the crowded flow of people off the ferry. While waiting for the big brother to drive out, we witnessed the orderly departure of large and extra-long vehicles from the ferry.
At 22:10, we finally arrived at the booked homestay, Country Garden on Haidian Island in Meilan District, Haikou. The three-bedroom apartment cost 321 yuan, which was a good deal, and the house was quite exquisite. The five of us allocated the rooms, lined up for showers, and went to bed.
November 4th, in the spirit of waking up naturally, the brother-in-law would certainly not get up early to hit the road. The three sisters all got up relatively early and went for a walk in the community. The community was not large, but the environment was elegant, and the greenery had the characteristics of Hainan. We took a walk, took some photos, basked in the sun, and began to enjoy the sunshine of Hainan.
At 8:00 am, we finally received the signal to depart, packed our luggage, and set off for Hainan's morning tea. A teahouse located above the market, Meilan Jufu Dad's Tea Shop, we bought a group meal and ordered a few dim sums (the specialty was coconut jelly), and 148 yuan was enough to satisfy the five of us. Since the departure, we had been discussing the rumors of Hainan's tourist traps, and this price was indeed a bit of a surprise.
After morning tea, we went to the arcade old street in Longhua District, Haikou. The arcade old street is a well-preserved historical district, famous for its unique architectural style and strong Nanyang atmosphere. Here, we admired various exquisite residential buildings, and we didn't buy a single coconut, but we did buy a 10 yuan turquoise and a 13 yuan golden turquoise. Five people drinking two coconuts, I wonder if the more we drink, the more we'll have, it's funny to think about!
The Haikou Bell Tower is one of the most important symbolic and emblematic buildings in Haikou and a symbol of Haikou's culture. Located at No. 20 Changdi Road, Longhua District, Haikou City, Hainan Province, on the banks of Haidian Creek, it's not far from the arcade old street, just across a road. Because it was quite sunny, we just looked at it from the opposite side and didn't go over to pay our respects.
Alden Heidenreich
Pilgrimage to Dongpo Academy
Hainan Danzhou has a bit of literary atmosphere because the first literati Su Dongpo was exiled here in his later years. When you come to Danzhou, of course, you have to pay homage to the place where Dongpo lived and worked.
EVIE BOND
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Castle Hotel Ocean Flower Island Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
You must visit this stunning vacation island for the May Day holiday
📍Ocean Flower Island
If you don't know where to go for May Day,
just head to Ocean Flower Island in Hainan❗
As soon as we got on the island, we were amazed by the luxury of Ocean Flower Island,
I heard the whole island cost 160 billion!!
But our spending on the island wasn't high at all
The value for money is really great‼️
You don't need a big budget
to enjoy the happiness of a top vacation island
Another destination for this May Day is set✅
📍Location: Ocean Flower Island, Danzhou City, Hainan Province
🏠Accommodation: Ocean Flower Island Europark Hotel
Below is a summary for everyone
Three-day two-night Ocean Flower Island travel strategy and photo spots sharing👇
1️⃣ The Water Kingdom has more than a dozen large-scale water entertainment facilities, which are the most popular spots on the island, with thousands of square meters of artificial tsunamis, human water slides, water coasters, each project is thrilling and exciting, perfect for families, couples, and friends to play
2️⃣ Ocean Park is a place that family tourists should not miss, with various marine animals, penguins, belugas, sea lions, and a variety of performances where you can take close-up photos with marine animals. Taking photos inside the aquarium is also very dreamy!
3️⃣ The characteristic style street is composed of buildings with features from various countries, very suitable for taking photos and checking in. There are also many kinds of international cuisine and drinks, you can choose what you like!
4️⃣ Wedding Manor has a romantic chapel💒, wedding lawn, it's like a wedding chapel-themed photo studio, just too suitable for taking photos📷! Misses who love to take photos must not miss it‼️
5️⃣ Gemini Beach has bright sunshine, coconut trees, and a beautiful beach, as well as various water activities. You can enjoy the sea breeze and watch the sunset on the beach, and there are markets and bars nearby to enjoy a seaside vacation.
Ps:
1️⃣ The fun entertainment spots are mainly concentrated on Island No.1, and each spot can be reached by taking the free shuttle bus, just wait at the roadside bus stop, there's one every 15 minutes
2️⃣ The weather is still very sunny now, so be prepared for sun protection
3️⃣ The island's museum venues regularly hold art exhibitions, you can pay attention to the dynamics and go there if interested
4️⃣ This time we stayed at the Europark Hotel in the hotel, the hotel is divided into four castle areas, each area has a different theme, the hotel's lobby is a large clock tower-like building which is really beautiful, and there is a spiral staircase full of books which is very photogenic, there is also an information desk on the left side of the lobby, you can find staff here to solve any problems, I think the best thing is the hotel service, every hotel staff member will smile and greet you, and any problems can be solved immediately, which is great❗
thora_8193
Danzhou HAIHUA Island Travel Guide (Budget Version)
I went to HAIHUA Island over the weekend, and it was so much fun♥️ There are many free attractions on the island, and the photos📷 look amazing. It's perfect for a vacation~ Hurry and get my guide👀
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📍Water Kingdom🌊 Totally worth it✨
This is a huge water world with beautiful snowy mountain backdrops and various thrilling water activities😱
⭐Must-try attractions:
✔Drifting River Experience Surfing Impact✔Water Slide Raceway Feel the Rush✔Artificial Waves Interactive at Different Times✔Water Slides Feel the Thrust Excitement✔Children's Water Fortress Suitable for Kids‼️
🦕Dinosaur Companion Play:
There are dinosaur statues, dinosaur models...🍔 and various drinks➕snacks, 🉑unlimited refills~🕗Recommended playtime is half a day to a day, plan according to your own schedule and physical condition, come explore the dinosaur world hh✌🏻
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Free📸 Photo Spots (งᵒ̴̶̷᷅ᐜᵒ̴̶̷᷄)ڡget⚠️
There are also beautiful photo spots on the island, such as Gemini Beach, Gourmet Street... The most beautiful is the ✨Wedding Manor✨ Super photogenic‼️ You can have a meal on Gourmet Street and then take a leisurely walk to check in~
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🔥Key Points:
From May 1st to May 2nd, the Coconut Tree Live Boy Group & Girl Group will gather on HAIHUA Island‼️ There will also be a super stunning Snow Mountain Show, really looking forward to it💥💥
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✔Stayed at the Europe Castle Hotel🏨 this time, the decor is stunning, like a dreamy castle, so beautiful ahhh~
In short, HAIHUA Island is truly a dreamy island to escape the city, especially suitable for traveling with kids, fun, beautiful, and very photogenic📸
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📍Danzhou HAIHUA Island Hainan HAIHUA Island Europe Castle Hotel
ExcursionEnchantment
Haihua Island Europa Hotel place where immortals reside
Everything you could wish for.
The hotel is well-located, right on the island
The exterior of the hotel, the lobby, and the corridors of the rooms are beautiful
Full of childlike fun, with many themed rooms suitable for children
The hotel staff have a good service attitude
The breakfast and hot pot buffet dinner offer a wide variety, delicious enough to fill the stomach but leave the mouth wanting more
The hotel is divided into four themes: ocean, glacier, desert, forest!
Overall, staying here gives me a longing for the blue sky and white clouds, and it has left a very good impression on me.
RICHARD STEWART
For those heading to Hainan's Ocean Flower Island for the New Year, here's a guide to keep handy
Ocean Flower Island is really a great place to vacation for the Spring Festival🏖️
The strong festive😇 atmosphere will definitely make you fall in love👀
with Hainan! Hurry and take your family👨👧👦
and friends🧑🤝🧑 to play together~
Accommodation of choice: Ocean Flower Island Europark Hotel🏨
Attraction of choice: Ocean Flower Island Marine Park🎢
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✅Travel Tips
From February 3rd to 25th, the
Marine Adventure Carnival🎈 will be held
Snow Town, Water Jet Stunt Show,
Fireworks Show🎆, Dragon and Lion Dance, Waterborne Flying Lion🦁️
Folk Acrobatics, Bonfire Party...
There are really so many activities, you won't want to leave once you come!
There's also open animal interaction,
where you can interact with belugas, penguins, sea lions🦁️
crocodiles, and other animals, as well as immersive performance experiences!
During the New Year period, there are also many folk activities,
it's the largest scale of folk events in Hainan~
NPCs are all handsome guys and beautiful girls, super fun to be around🔁
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From February 10th to 17th (the first to the eighth day of the lunar new year)
Ocean Flower Island Twin Beaches Dragon Tour
The largest scale👀 dragon parade🎮 in Hainan
Everyone can take a dragon boat tour around Ocean Flower Island
Don't miss out! Take a dragon boat🐉
Receive the dragon's blessing㊗️
And take in the beautiful sights of Ocean Flower Island!
mystralyn_6982
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Longmen Jilang Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
Hainan Travelogue | Longmen Rapids
In a corner of Hainan, there lies a hidden sanctuary untouched by the mundane world—Longmen Rapids🌊. This place is brimming with pristine natural scenery🌳, making one feel as though they have stepped into an isolated fairyland.
Within this secret realm, there is a magical cave🪨, a masterpiece of nature, shaped into a unique form by the passage of time. Passing through this cave, you will see a vast expanse of reefs🪨, lying there quietly.
Self-driving is recommended🚗, as the scenery along the way is equally enchanting. The walk from the parking lot to the cave takes less than ten minutes, which is very convenient.
However, a word of caution is necessary, as there are many shards of glass in the area, so please be sure to stay safe⚠️. When taking photos, also make sure to stand in a safe place and avoid risking your safety by standing on unstable rocks.
nathaniel_everettstorm
Day nine of the Hainan Island self-driving tour, from Haidian Island to Lingao
Day nine of the Hainan Island self-driving tour, from Haidian Island - Longtengyunxia - Longmenjilang - Eman Volcanic Geological Park - Dongpo Academy - to Lingao. For the past two days, I've been talking about bay-view fatigue, but today at Longtengyunxia, I was suddenly impressed. I don't know if it's just today or if it has always been like this, but the huge waves were sky-high, crashing against the beach and rocks with a force that seemed to move mountains. What's particularly magical is that just a short distance from these terrifying waves, on the other side, lies a calm and peaceful harbor.
Longmenjilang and the Volcanic Geological Park are actually in the same place, with the geological park being larger and Longmenjilang being a part of it. The volcanic relics are more distinct at Longmenjilang, with the porous volcanic rocks and layers of volcanic ash clearly visible to the naked eye, making it the first time I've seen such sights since the start of the island tour.
Dongpo Academy was the main place of activity for Su Dongpo when he was exiled to Qiongzhou. In 1098, the locals built the Zaijiu Pavilion to commemorate Su Dongpo, and in 1549, during the Ming dynasty, it was rebuilt and renamed Dongpo Academy. Su Dongpo was exiled three times in his life, to Huangzhou, Huizhou, and Qiongzhou, but he never lost heart. In Qiongzhou, he changed the Li people's practice of trading agarwood for plow cattle for sacrifices, helping them to replace slash-and-burn agriculture with plow cattle, established schools, and nurtured Hainan's first successful imperial examination candidate, Jiang Tangzuo. In his later years, Mr. Dongpo remained optimistic until his death!
irisia_6578
Off-the-beaten-path travel guide to the beautiful, less crowded Hainan
Long weekend is coming up! Popular places are crowded🙈 So, it's necessary to travel in the opposite direction!
This time, let's talk about Danzhou Baimajing, where I spent four days and still couldn't get enough. It's off-the-beaten-path, and not crowded with tourists!
Remember to bookmark this✌ ✌
✅ Wuhai Sea + Longmen Rapids (Free)
It's worth a visit! The sea with volcanic mineral terrain👀 Five colors, just like in Australia. And this time, you can climb the rocks for photos😌 Not many people, beautiful sunset, also suitable for emotional photography😁
✅Sea Flower Island
A large comprehensive island, water park + cinema + beach + hot spring♨️, No.1 Island is very commercial, No.2 Island has more options for homestays (detailed guide on the homepage), the sea here is also beautiful, good weather, will feel like jelly sea😬
✅Dongpo Academy, the last stop of Su Dongpo's nine-segment journey, those who like cultural atmosphere can come and see.
✅ Thousand-year-old ancient salt field (Free)
First time seeing so many salt drying places, close to Dongpo Academy, the salt-baked Wenchang chicken at the entrance is also delicious, the boss will enthusiastically show you their salt drying video.
🌟 Rice porridge, rice noodle rolls, pointed piles... The snacks here in Baimajing are very cheap, I bought a big bowl of Qingbuliang for just a few yuan😁
🌟 For seafood, there is Baimajing Seafood Processing Market, the price is okay, also can group purchase.
Tips:
❤️ Fly to Haikou, take the high-speed train from Meilan Station directly to Baimajing.
❤️ Car rental here is cheap, but be sure to take a video in advance to avoid disputes.
❤️ In Danzhou, I walk an average of 20,000 steps a day, my legs are swollen every day, and also very sore. It is recommended to bring a bottle of Yunnan Baiyao aerosol, which can quickly relieve muscle pain and swelling, and is also effective for unbroken bumps (God knows how many times I bumped when climbing the rocks). But use the red bottle first, wait for 3-4 minutes before using the white bottle, this way it works.
If you have more questions, ask me in the comments section!
JOLIE SHERMAN
The National Day is coming soon, don't know where to go? You might consider this dreamy island!!
The National Day is coming soon
Boldly predict that Hainan is going to be hot again🔥
Don't just know about Sanya and Wanning
This time through Danzhou
Found that this is really a treasure city❤️
Share my 3⃣️day 2⃣️night nanny-level strategy
Look down, ask if you don't understand❓
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🏝️'My Route'
Day1⃣️.Baimajing Station-Haihua Island
Day2⃣️.Haihua Island
Day3⃣️.Danzhou Thousand-year-old Ancient Salt Field-Longmen Rapids-Longjing Beach-Baimajing Station
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📷'About the Check-in Point'
1⃣️Haihua Island
A very spectacular artificial island, this time I went with my family, and found that it is quite suitable for family travel.
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🚗'About Transportation'
Haikou self-driving🚗 navigation 'Haihua Island', or high-speed rail🚄 to 'Baimajing Station', taxi🚕20 minutes to reach.
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🎡'About Play'
✅Wedding Manor + Style Street + Sea View Platform
Eating, drinking and having fun is a very complete piece, the key is also very good for taking pictures, replicating buildings from various countries, one step at a time, it is worth a visit.
✅Ocean Park
The more important ones are the 11:00 and 16:00 beluga performances, the 11:30 and 15:30 sea lion performances, and the 14:30 dolphin performances, these 3. In addition, there are small animal venues, tropical fish aquariums, 4d cinemas, various activities are very rich, it is no problem to visit for a day.
✅Water Kingdom
The wave pool here really surprised me, at the foot of the snow mountain, quite special, the waves are high and quite fun. There is also a snow mountain show at night, fireworks + sound and light, young people, couples can have fun.
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There are really many projects here💗, you can go to the Happy Recommendation Station of the Oubao Hotel to see the timetable⏰ for various activities, or you can consult the receptionist💁 there, ask how to play better, very polite and patient.
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2⃣️Ancient Salt Field
It's 0.5h from Haihua Island, you can understand the production of sea salt and local culture, quite characteristic.
3⃣️Longmen Rapids + Longjing Beach
Various strange rock walls, taking pictures is quite out of the picture, the sea is also blue, but there is not much beach🏖️.
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🏨'About Accommodation'
You can live on Haihua Island No. 1, I live in Oubao Hotel, there are various themes inside, quite suitable for parent-child vacations, the door is a bus station, it is very convenient to go to various places to play♥️.
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The National Day is coming soon, and it is starting to cool down. The temperature in Hainan is still quite comfortable. It is just right to come. If you don't want to squeeze people, you can consider here!