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Stay in Chao'an · Capture at Laiwu Bay | Amusement Park + Coastline, One-Stop for Laughter and Romance

🛏️ Take the high-speed rail and stay at Yunji Hotel first, then enjoy the ultimate parent-child & photography hotspot in Shantou's coastal area! 💤【Recommended Stay · Yunji Hotel (Near Chao'an High-Speed Rail Station)】 📍Address: No. 26-27, Wenhua Road, Anbu Town, Chao'an District, Chaozhou City 🚄 About a 10-minute drive from Chao'an Station, perfect for a relaxing stop before/after your travel photography session. Chaozhou Yunji CINEMA•ECOLOGICAL DESIGNER•Design Hotel (Chao'an High-Speed Rail Station Branch) 🏨 Highlights: - Prime location: Within an hour's drive to Nan'ao Island, Small Park, Laiwu Bay, and more. - Refreshing and quiet rooms, ideal for organizing gear or catching up on sleep before/after a photoshoot. - Convenient amenities nearby: Late-night snacks, breakfast spots, and convenience stores all within reach. - Hotel offers taxi booking services, perfect for photography teams or couples without a car. 📍Recommended Photography Destination: Shantou · Laiwu Bay Happy World Laiwu Tourist Area 🎢 Triple combo of amusement park, bay greenway, and seaside beach—capture it all in one go! Laiwu Bay Happy World is a coastal entertainment complex recently developed in Shantou, perfect for families, couples, and weekend photography enthusiasts. With ocean views, a Ferris wheel, carousel, greenways, and beaches, you can snap sweet amusement park vibes or breezy coastal-themed shots. 🌊【Highlight Zones】 🎠 Amusement Park Core Area - Ferris wheel: Shoot lively daytime shots or silhouette + backlit romantic photos at dusk. - Carousel: Fairytale-like; wear light pink/white dresses with straw hats for the best shots. - Flying chairs & pirate ship: Capture dynamic action shots or couple interactions. - Snack street: Colorful stalls + neon lights, perfect for night street photography. 📸 Tip: Bring a photographer and switch between telephoto and wide-angle lenses for the best results. 🌴 Coastal Greenway Area - A long wooden boardwalk by the bay, with the sea on one side and lawns/woods on the other. - Sunlight filtering through trees creates perfect biking/strolling + lifestyle travel shots. - Bring a picnic mat for small-scene photography. 🏖️ Beach Leisure Area - Fine sand and gentle sea breeze. - Best shooting time: After 4 PM for backlit ocean + silhouette portraits. - Recommended themes for couples/friends: "Footprints + seawater," "holding hands by the sea," or "playing in the sand." 🎟️ Ticket Info & Tips - Laiwu Bay Happy World is a free open coastal park; some rides require fees. - Check for special events (e.g., holiday light shows, balloon markets). - Wear light, sun-protective clothing, sneakers, a sun hat, and bring water. ✅ Suggested Itinerary 1️⃣ Depart from Yunji Hotel in the morning (~40 min by car/taxi). 2️⃣ Arrive by noon → Start with fun shots in the amusement park. 3️⃣ Move to the greenway & beach areas in the softer afternoon light. 4️⃣ Return to Yunji Hotel or head to next destinations like East Coast Park or Small Park. ✨Final Note: Laiwu Bay is a new urban landmark blending coastline, amusement park, daily life, and fairytale charm. Unlike Nan'ao's raw nature or Small Park's historic weight, it perfectly fulfills the "fun-filled, picture-perfect" Chaoshan travel photography experience. 📍Destination: Shantou · Laiwu Bay Happy World 🏨 Starting Point: Chaozhou Chao'an · Yunji Hotel "Many cities have seas, and many have amusement parks, but the gentle fusion of both belongs only to Laiwu Bay."
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