Let's go to Changdao! Live out your ocean dreams (with a guide)

You simply must visit Changdao, feel the Bohai Bay breeze, see the Yellow Sea and Bohai Sea dividing line, and experience the true meaning of "vast sea and sky." Today, we'll share a super detailed Changdao travel guide, save it so you don't get lost! 🚢【Getting to the Island】 Changdao is an island, accessible only by boat. You can first arrive in Penglai, and then take a boat from Pengchang Passenger Port to Changdao. The boat trip takes about 45 minutes and costs CNY 45 per person. Please note that since 2018, Changdao has prohibited vehicles from outside the island. If you're driving, you can park your car in the parking lot near Pengchang Passenger Port. The parking fee is about CNY 30 per day. 🏞【Recommended Attractions】 • Linhai Park: Here you can see the magical dividing line between the Yellow Sea and the Bohai Sea. Standing at a high vantage point, you'll see the deep blue of the Yellow Sea on one side and the light yellow of the Bohai Sea on the other, a clear and distinct division, super stunning! You can also overlook the beautiful scenery of Changdao, stroll along the seaside boardwalk, and feel the gentle sea breeze, pure bliss. • Jiuzhang Cliff: A masterpiece of nature, the cliffs are steep and precipitous, making it an excellent place to watch the sunset. When the afterglow of the setting sun sprinkles on the cliff walls, the whole world is dyed in warm tones, every photo is a masterpiece. • Crescent Bay: A unique pebble beach, every stone is round, smooth, and colorful, sparkling in the sunlight, like stepping into a fairy tale world. Here you can collect stones, splash in the waves, and enjoy a leisurely seaside time. • Wangfu Reef: There is a poignant love legend here. The shape of the reef resembles a woman looking out into the distance, waiting for her husband's return. The seawater here is crystal clear, and you can see small fish and shrimp swimming at the bottom. You can also experience tide pooling here. • Sea Activities: ◦ Bird Island Trip (best from April to August): You can see the spectacular sight of tens of thousands of birds, flocks of seagulls flying around the boat, very magnificent. You can also prepare some bread to feed the seagulls. ◦ Daheishan Island (best from March to May and August to November): A mysterious island tour, the island has unique geological landscapes such as Dragon Claw Mountain, and is dotted with sea-eroded caves, as if you are in a fairyland. 🍱【Food Guide】 The seafood in Changdao is incredibly fresh! Don't miss it. • Spanish Mackerel Dumplings: A must-try, the filling is made of fresh Spanish mackerel meat, the dumpling skin is chewy, and one bite bursts with juice, full of the taste of the sea. • Seaweed Buns: A special kind of pasta, filled with fresh seaweed, delicious and unique in taste. • Steamed Crabs and Mantis Shrimp: Original flavor, the crabs are full of roe, and the mantis shrimp meat is tender. Dip them in some ginger vinegar, perfect. • Seafood Platter: Satisfies all your seafood cravings at once, a collection of various seafood, super satisfying. It is recommended to try it at a local fisherman's restaurant, fresh and affordable. 🏡【Accommodation Recommendations】 • Fisherman's Homestay: The first choice for those who want to experience local life! Many fisherman's homestays offer room and board services, priced at around CNY 200-300 per person. You can taste authentic fisherman's cuisine, and the owner will enthusiastically recommend travel routes. • Seaside Guesthouses: If you have a larger budget, you can choose a seaside guesthouse. Open the window and you can see the sea, wake up to the sound of waves in the morning, and fall asleep with the sea breeze at night, super romantic. South Island is the urban area with more complete facilities; North Island is a fishing village scenic area, each with its own charm, you can choose according to your preferences. 📅【Itinerary Planning】 • One-day Trip: Arrive on the island - Linhai Park - Crescent Bay - Depart from the island (tight schedule, suitable for a quick tour of the attractions) • Two-day Trip: Day 1: Arrive on the island - Linhai Park - Fengshan Mountain - Crescent Bay - Jiuzhang Cliff - Accommodation (you can take a walk on the beach at night and experience the island's nightlife) Day 2: Wangfu Reef - Boat trip to Daheishan Island or Bird Island - Depart from the island (in-depth tour, allowing you to better experience the charm of Changdao) ❗【Travel Tips】 1. Pay attention to the weather and boat schedules in advance, as boats may be suspended in bad weather. 2. Take sun protection measures, as the UV rays are strong at the seaside. Bring sunglasses, sunscreen, and a sun hat. 3. Pay attention to the tide times for tide pooling. 4. There are many mosquitoes on the island, remember to bring mosquito repellent.