Ultimate Guide to Liandao Island｜2025 Trip.com Field Test! The Jiangsu Maldives Experience Fully Explained

🌊 As a Trip.com travel creator, I’ve just returned from an on-site inspection of Liandao! This 5A-rated island, the only one in the Yangtze River Delta where you can watch the sunrise over the sea, boasts crystal-clear waters like glass in July and an average temperature of 25°C—a perfect summer retreat. Here’s a freshly baked immersive guide for you👇 📍Detailed Address: Liandao Street, Lianyun District, Lianyuangang City, Jiangsu Province (Take high-speed rail to Lianyungang Station, then transfer to Tourist Bus Line 3 for direct access) 🎫 Latest Ticket Policy (July 2025): ✅ Peak Season Ticket: ¥50/person (includes Dashawan + Sumawan, ¥45 if booked online in advance) ✅ Discounts: Free for seniors over 70/children under 1.4m; half-price for students/seniors aged 60-69 ✅ Scenic Shuttle Ticket: ¥20/person (unlimited rides for the day, from Tourist Center → Dashawan → Sumawan) ⚠️ New Perk: Starting July 18, Yangwotou Viewing Platform is free from 18:00 to 5:00 the next day, including free shuttle service ✨ Star-Rated Attractions: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Dashawan Beach One of China’s 16 certified healthy seawater beaches, with cream-like fine sand. Swimming and beach volleyball available (free showers and changing rooms). 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Yangwotou Rocky Shore The filming location for Jay Chou’s "Coral Sea"! Capture waves crashing against rocks with a telephoto lens—golden spray at sunrise is breathtaking (free). 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Sumawan Ecological Park Crystal-clear waters, seashell beaches, and free-roaming peacocks. Wear a white dress for stunning cliff-and-ocean photos (included in ticket). 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Island Ring Trail Hike 5km to discover the "One-Line Sky" sea cave. At dusk, watch the sunset paint the sea red (drone permits required). 🌟🌟🌟🌟 Haiyun Terrace Mountain (Combo Discount) Climb to Erwei Peak for a 360° view of Liandao and port sunsets. Combo ticket (mountain + island) only ¥90. 🌟🌟🌟 Liandao Underwater World Family-friendly aquarium with penguin interactions and jellyfish tunnels. Ticket ¥60 (optional). 🍱 Food Guide (¥50-150/person): 📍Xugou Seafood Market · Hongming Seafood 369 ✔️ Steamed Blue Crab: ¥50/jin, freshly picked and cooked, rich roe ✔️ Salt & Pepper Mantis Shrimp: ¥35/jin, crispy outside and tender inside—best with ice-cold beer 📍Liandao New Village · Island Fisherman ✔️ Sand Light Fish Soup with Rice: ¥38/pot, milky broth with crispy rice—a local secret ✔️ Spicy Marinated Octopus: ¥28/serving, tangy and spicy, perfect with cornbread 📍Small Fishing Village Seafood (Inside Scenic Area) ✔️ Seafood Feast: ¥198/pot, with crab, oysters, and scallops—book ocean-view seats in advance ✔️ Sea Intestine Rice Set: ¥48/serving, rich umami flavor, pairs well with fresh juice 🏠 Accommodation Guide (July 2025 Prices): 📍Luxury: Liandao Mercure Resort (Off-season ¥800/night, peak season ¥1,200/night) Ocean-view rooms face Dashawan, with outdoor pools and stargazing equipment—ideal for honeymooners. 📍Budget-Friendly: Coral Sea Holiday Homestay (Weekdays ¥150/room, weekends ¥350/room) Includes meals and freshly caught seafood, 5-minute walk to the beach, free tide-pooling tools from the owner. 📍Unique Experience: Shanyuhai Homestay (Weekdays ¥240/room, weekends ¥280/room) Family rooms with balconies and kitchen access, 10-minute walk to Yangwotou for sunrise views. 📍Avoid: "Ocean-view Apartments" in the scenic area (often converted old houses with poor facilities). ❌ Pitfalls to Avoid: ⚠️ Transport Scams: Set your ride-hailing app to "Liandao Tourist Center"—some drivers take detours to private docks (overcharging ¥50). ⚠️ Seafood Overpricing: "Market price" at scenic-area stalls can be 3x higher. Buy at Xugou Market and pay ¥10/jin for cooking. ⚠️ Drone Restrictions: Banned during music festivals (June 21-22); otherwise, apply for permits at the management office 1 day in advance. ⚠️ Crowd Tips: Enter before 8 AM in peak season to avoid queues; Dashawan gets crowded after 10 AM. ⚠️ Outfit Advice: Skip dark clothes—rocks absorb heat. White dresses + straw hats = 100% photo-ready. 📌 Pro Tips: ✅ Sun Protection: SPF50+ sunscreen, arm sleeves, and sunglasses—UV here is 3x stronger than in cities. ✅ Tide Check: Use WeChat Mini Program "Global Tides"—catch crabs in Sumawan’s rock crevices at low tide (bring a bucket). ✅ Transport: Drive to West Liandao Parking (no time limits) or enter East Liandao by private car after 6 PM. ✅ Eco Rules: No littering—rock ecosystems are fragile. ✅ Hidden Perk: Free hand-drawn maps at the tourist center mark restrooms/first-aid spots. This summer, escape to Liandao for waves, seafood feasts, and starlit camping—let the sea breeze carry your worries away🌊 (Original copy, with some materials from field research and official sources. Reprints must credit the source.)