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Recommended a lesser-known but scream-worthy fun family travel route

Going out during holidays, the biggest fear is encountering huge crowds. This May Day holiday, the blogger personally tested a 3-day, 2-night family travel route that is less crowded, comfortable, scenic, and full of fun. Quickly like and save it. Overview of the itinerary: Day 1: Fuzhou – Ningde Sandu’ao Doumu Island – accommodation in Fu’an city Day 2: Fu’an city – Muyang Liyu Creek in Fu’an – Baiyun Mountain Scenic Area Day 3: Fu’an city – Lianling Village – Nanyan Village – return to Fuzhou Travel tips: Remember to purchase boat tickets and scenic area combo tickets in advance for Sandu’ao Doumu Island, which will be much cheaper. The boat ride from Cheng’ao Tourist Pier to Doumu Island takes about 15 minutes. There are no restaurants on Doumu Island, but there are stalls selling tea eggs and instant noodles. When traveling with children, it is recommended to take the sightseeing car to Luoke Rock and then start the mountain tour, which takes about 1.5 hours. After the tour, take the sightseeing car back to the pier. If time permits, you can also visit Xiadangwei Island, which is right opposite Doumu Island. Muyang Liyu Creek in Fu’an is completely free. There are vendors selling Guangbing (a type of flatbread) and fish food by the creek. Feeding fish with Guangbing tied to a string is really fun. Remember to bring a pair of slippers or hole shoes for easy water access and to “interact” with the fish in the pond. Baiyun Mountain Scenic Area in Fu’an is truly a hidden gem. It is listed in the Global Geoparks Network and features glacial pothole landforms recommended by National Geographic, offering a unique experience. It is recommended to take the scenic shuttle bus from the south gate to the north gate summit and then tour downhill, which is less tiring. The round-trip shuttle takes more than 30 minutes, and hiking takes about 2 hours. Along the way, there are many spots where you can get into the water and play in the stream. Remember to bring extra clothes for water play in summer. Lianling Village in Fu’an is only a 10-15 minute drive from Fu’an city and has not been commercially developed. It is named for its houses’ windows that resemble smiling faces, which are adorable. You can choose a time to quickly visit while staying in the city; the visit takes about 30 minutes. Nanyan Village is about a 1-hour drive from Fu’an city and is also a relatively lesser-known She ethnic minority village. It is recommended to bring She ethnic costumes here for photo opportunities; it’s very atmospheric. Recommended accommodations in Fu’an are Dongbai City Holiday Hotel or Fu’an Fuchun Grand Hotel. The former has newer facilities and a rich breakfast, while the latter is located in the bustling city center with convenient dining options but relatively older facilities. Choose according to your needs. Fu’an has many snacks. If you don’t want to have breakfast at the hotel, you can navigate to Fu’an Kyoto Trade City. The morning market in the vegetable market there will definitely make your mouth water. For any unresolved questions, feel free to leave comments. The blogger will do their best to answer them one by one. A treasure travel destination worth visiting multiple times
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Posted: Sep 4, 2025
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