Huizhou's First Stop: Head to Yanzhouzhou Island for the Ultimate Sea Experience

Listen up, friends! When visiting Huizhou, don't just stick to Xunliao Bay! 🌴 The locals' hidden gem "Sea Paradise" Yanzhouzhou Island is truly the best! Just got back from wandering around the island, and my mind is still filled with waves, fishing boats, and orange-tinted sunsets. I can't wait to share this healing experience with you all! 👇 🚗 Let's go! Dive into a real-life cartoon sea Rent a car from Huizhou South Station and drive southeast. The closer you get to Yanzhouzhou Island, the stronger the salty sea breeze becomes! 🌊 After crossing that sea bridge, a transparent blue sea suddenly unfolds before your eyes, with distant fishing boats looking like tiny shells scattered on blue velvet—instantly captivating! 🚗💨 Quick tip: The island's signal is a bit weak, so download offline maps in advance. But don't worry, if you get lost, just ask any local uncle riding an electric scooter, and they'll enthusiastically point you in the right direction! 😉 🌅 Sunrise beach combing: Treasure hunting on the tidal flats ⏰ That 5:30 AM alarm was totally worth it! When I arrived at "Wanzi Beach" in the dark, the sky was just beginning to lighten. 👣 Taking off my shoes and stepping into the soft tidal flats, the mud left by the receding tide was full of surprises: fingernail-sized fiddler crabs waving their red claws as they scurried sideways, little sand worms drilling holes near my feet, and if you're lucky, you might even find spiral shells and clams! 🦀✨ Beach combing gear: Bring a small bucket + salt (magic bait for razor clams!), and remember to wear waterproof shoe covers, or don't blame me if your legs end up covered in mud! 😝 🌞 The magical moment of sunrise When the sun jumps out of the sea, the entire tidal flat is suddenly gilded with golden light! 🌄 Fishing boats slowly start moving in the distance, seagulls glide along the water's surface—quickly have your companion snap a silhouette photo—hair tousled by the sea breeze, half a bucket of "spoils" in hand. This is truly the right way to experience seaside living! 🚤 Island tour: Let the sea breeze fill your eyes 📍 First stop: Black Row Cape Geological Park Doesn't the name sound cool? 🌑 Large black reefs sculpted by waves into various shapes, and at low tide, you can see sea snails and little crabs hiding in the rock crevices! 🌊 Standing on the reefs feeling the wind, watching waves rush up and retreat, it's like playing a game of tag with the ocean! Photo tip: Wear bright colors (yellow/red works best), lean against the rocks and look back with a smile—every shot will look like a movie still! 📸 📍 Second stop: Yangwu Village Beach The sand here is as fine as flour! 🏖️ Rent a transparent paddle board and float in the shallow water, dangling your feet in the sea! 🛶 You might meet a local grandma carrying bamboo baskets selling coconuts—buy one, insert a straw, sit in a beach chair and drink while watching the distant windmills turning slowly. Time suddenly becomes so slow and peaceful! 🥥 📍 Third stop: Yanzhouzhou Bridge Viewpoint You must come here at dusk to catch the sunset! 🌇 Traffic flows across the bridge, fishing boats return fully loaded below, and the sun gradually sinks into the sea, dyeing the entire sky the color of orange soda! 🌉 This is the perfect time to take out your phone and record a video, listening to the sound of waves and distant foghorns—the atmosphere is absolutely perfect! 🍤 Island dining: Salty and fresh memories on your taste buds After a day of exploring, your stomach will be growling! Head straight to the food stalls in town! 🏮 Must-order list: • Pan-fried sea fish: Freshly caught fish fried to perfection—crispy outside, tender inside. Dip it in some salt and pepper, and it's so delicious you'll stamp your feet! 🐟 • Blanched mantis shrimp: The shrimp meat is so plump it bursts with juice. Dip it in some wasabi soy sauce, and it's so fresh your eyebrows might fall off! 🦐 • Seafood fried rice: Full of wok hei, hiding shrimp, squid, and eggs—a large plate disappears in seconds! 🍚 Small tip: Avoid restaurants at the scenic area entrance. Venture into the alleys—any restaurant there will be good! 🌌 Seaside stay: Fall asleep to the sound of waves I stayed in a guesthouse with a terrace where you could see stars reflecting in the sea when you opened the window! 🌌 After showering, sit on the terrace eating watermelon, listening to soft folk songs from the bar downstairs, watching distant fishing boats slowly passing by with their lights on—suddenly you realize that "life is worth living" probably feels just like this moment! 🍉 Morning bonus: The next morning, I discovered the guesthouse owner drying fish in the yard. I went over to learn the technique—turns out you need to rub salt on the fish first, then hang them in a well-ventilated place. The dried fish can be used to make radish soup that's incredibly delicious! 👩🌾 ✨ Final thoughts Yanzhouzhou Island is like an old envelope hidden in time—when opened, it's full of gentle surprises! 🌊 No crowds of tourists, no commercial hustle and bustle, just sea breeze, fishing boats, and slow, peaceful days!