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After all,
no matter how bustling everyday life gets,
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it can never compare to the joy of a family vacation.
Today, I want to recommend to you all a
[Summer Vacation Route] + Family Travel Tips
that will let those precious parent-child moments
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be soaked in every bit of scenery along the way.
Family Vacation Route Recommendations
Guangzhou/Shenzhen — Huizhou (Ten-Mile Silver Beach) — Shantou (Little Park) — Nan'ao Island — Chaozhou — Dongshan Island — Xiamen — Quanzhou (Golden Coast) — Yunshuiyao/Yongding Tulou — Meizhou (Songkou Ancient Town) — Shenzhen/Guangzhou
NO.1 Huizhou — Summer and Islands Are Always Inseparable
The waves crash again and again,
a long, serene coastline comes into view,
and there’s nothing better than spending the day with your kids and family.
Play in the sand, gaze at the sea...
This beach isn’t far from Guangzhou or Shenzhen,
and except during holidays, it’s not overly crowded.
When summer vacation arrives, various island activities gradually become more abundant,
and the scorching sun turns into a refreshing breeze under the ocean wind.
The whole family strolling along the seaside is both relaxing and lazy.
This place is Huizhou’s Ten-Mile Silver Beach in Guangdong,
with that uniquely summery salty scent.
Vibrant, charming, and simply beautiful.
Here,
you must stay in an apartment facing the sea
private and quiet, undisturbed,
hiding all your family’s parent-child moments here...
NO.2 Shantou — Discovering the Cultural Charm of an Old City
Driving takes about three hours to reach this serene and exquisite haven.
The green vines are quietly creeping outward,
as if trying to seal off the time of the old town along with the walls.
Yet what they cannot contain
is the deep-rooted hometown sentiment and memories unique to generations of Shantou people.
Even if you’re traveling with your kids, that doesn’t stop you from strolling around Shantou’s Little Park together.
Centered around Zhongshan Memorial Pavilion, it encompasses the surrounding streets,
including Baoping Road, Shengping Road, Guoping Road, and more,
collectively known as Little Park.
Most of the arcade buildings in the old streets of Little Park feature Western-style architecture,
built last century and now somewhat worn,
yet strolling here feels like stepping back in time,
where you can still sense the hustle and bustle of days gone by.
There are also many street vendor stalls around Little Park,
offering plenty of authentic local delicacies.
At night, a family wandering through these lanes
can feel as though the charm remains unchanged, and the ornate railings are still there.
NO.3 Nan'ao — Bridges and Blue Skies for an Entire Summer Vacation
From Shantou all the way to Nan’ao, there's the 10-kilometer Nan’ao Bridge,
winding like a dragon, with the sky bluer than blue.
If Huizhou’s Ten-Mile Silver Beach offers relaxation and stretching space,
then the cliffs and seas of Nan’ao
offer both poetic beauty and thrilling grandeur.
When visiting Nan’ao, be sure to take your kids on a round-island trip,
where the top meets the towering clouds, and the bottom stretches to the boundless sea.
The long coastline and the undulating Qiniang Mountain Range
are dotted with classic wooden houses and European-style buildings nestled among the forests.
In Nan’ao, you can watch a sunset, stroll along the seaside promenade,
or enjoy a sunrise, having a peaceful and joyful time as a family.
There are no bars or guitar players—only the rhythm of the waves lapping against the shore.
NO.4 Dongshan Island —— Embrace Simplicity and Encounter a Slow Life
Born as the “second largest island in Fujian,” yet it remains unadorned!
There are no luxurious yacht clubs, no traces of modernity,
only a rich sense of daily life and endless blue all around.
This is it — the hidden island gem of Fujian: Dongshan Island.
Whether you’re trying your hand at fishing with the local fishermen,
or visiting the unique bay charm of Nanmen Bay,
either way, you can finally turn off your alarm,
and quietly preserve the best memories of this summer.
The sand at Maluan Bay is as fine and flat as flour,
and when the sea is calm, it takes on an astonishing beauty.
The sky is blue, the sea vast, and the shore lined with lush greenery,
showcasing the distinctive charm of a southern coastal landscape.
Where the sea meets the sky, just embrace the waves.
With a 5-kilometer coastline,
whether you want to stroll hand-in-hand or run around with your kids,
it’s all up to you!
NO.5 Quanzhou —— When Lost in the Ordinary, Take a Detour into Wonder
It’s still less than three hours from Xiamen to Quanzhou,
start with this old street full of nostalgic charm,
and immerse yourself in the local culture and customs of Southern Fujian.
On the coast of Yongning Town, Shishi, Quanzhou, there lies such a golden shoreline.
A half-hour drive from Shishi,
you’ll gradually be greeted by a vast and breathtaking landscape,
and sparkling white sandy beaches.
The seaside has it all — barbecue, beer, and coffee,
so you can come empty-handed without worry.
Once bustling with crowds, it’s now more organized and tidy.
The resort also offers many four-wheeled motorcycles,
so you can ride around the resort and enjoy the scenery.
Just ignore those touts on the roadside haggling for prices.
After enjoying the sea and grilled food,
you deserve a cozy place to stay.
It must offer a view of the entire sea,
with the beach just downstairs, sunlight streaming onto the windowsill,
wrapped in elegant blue all around.
No. 6 Yunshuiyao — The Most Romantic Place Between Clouds and Water
Yunshuiyao Ancient Town is located in Nanjing County, Zhangzhou City,
where the mountains are beautiful, the culture rich, and the ancient paths serene.
Inside the tulou, you can enjoy puppet shows and a variety of Hakka delicacies,
simple yet incredibly delightful meals.
The century-old banyan trees and magical tulou in the village,
with mountains, water, banyans, and the crystal-clear landscape,
all give a sense of transcendence.
Simple villagers gather to brew tea,
playing unique Hakka musical instruments.
It’s also a great spot for visitors to enjoy tea.
A stream flows gently by,
this is the beautiful Yunshuiyao.
The still-living tulou along the river in Yunshuiyao
are scattered at the foot of the mountain, simple and tranquil.
Inside the buildings, cluttered objects, kind and serene elders,
and the occasional waft of cooking smoke
let visitors truly experience the authentic life of the Hakka people.
Sometimes, a family trip away from the daily routine
isn’t something bought with money
but something crafted with time,
out of love, out of the desire to give each other a better future,
and a deeper love for life. This joyful atmosphere
will surely be passed on to the children.
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Staying in the city for too long,
it seems that if you’re not anxious,
you’ll be
cast
aside
by the times.
Summer should be a wonderful season,
you should have a hundred ways to be happy,
and when you look back, you can sway to your heart’s content.
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Hope you can spend your family’s weekend
in a place like this—
cooking, cleaning up after meals,
then each of you curling up on a soft mattress,
together yet cozy,
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as time flows and the seasons change,
the life of a family of three remains peaceful and serene.
The ideal way of life
brings peace to the years.
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“In every moment of parent-child time,
may we never fail love and growth.”