Yanzhou Island, Huizhou, Guangdong, a blue legend on the dreamy seaside.
When traveling in Yanzhou Island, please pay attention to the following:
- Weather and Seasons:
- Yanzhou Island has a subtropical marine monsoon climate, which is warm and humid all year round. The best time to travel is from April to October each year. During this period, the sea breeze is gentle and the sun is bright, which is suitable for water activities and beach vacations.
- The sun is strong in summer, so you need to take sun protection measures and bring sunscreen, sun hats, sunglasses, parasols and other sun protection products; at the same time, you should also pay attention to the weather forecast. If you encounter bad weather such as heavy rain and strong winds, it may affect your travel and entertainment experience, and may even cause some attractions to be closed. You must be prepared in advance, such as adjusting your itinerary.
- Transportation:
- If you choose to drive yourself, you need to understand the road conditions and traffic rules in advance and pay attention to driving safety. Some roads on Yanzhou Island may be narrow and parking spaces are limited, so parking spots should be planned reasonably.
- To go to Yanzhou Island by public transportation, you need to first arrive at Huidong Bus Station, then transfer to the bus to Huangbu, and take a taxi to Yanzhou Island in Huangbu Town. During the transfer, please pay attention to the operating hours of the shuttle bus and taxi to avoid missing the last bus.
- Transportation on the island is not very convenient, and it is difficult to get a taxi. If necessary, you can contact the local chartered car service or use a shared moped in advance (only the yellow/blue shared mopeds are available on Yanzhou Island).
- Accommodation Arrangements:
- There are hotels and B&Bs to choose from on Yanzhou Island, ranging from budget to high-end. It is recommended to choose a hotel or B&B located on the seaside so that you can enjoy the sea view. However, prices will generally increase during holidays. It is best to book in advance during the peak season to avoid being out of room.
- If you choose to camp, you should choose a safe and suitable camping site, understand the environment and facilities of the camping site in advance, and make relevant protective measures and preparations, such as carrying mosquito repellent, moisture-proof mats, etc.
- Play Safely:
- When playing at the beach, especially when engaging in water activities such as swimming and surfing, you must pay attention to safety, stay in designated safe areas, follow warning signs and the instructions of staff, and those who cannot swim or are not good at water should wear life-saving equipment and do not swim alone.
- There are many reefs in some scenic spots on Yanzhou Island, such as Heipai Cape and Caishi Beach. When taking photos or playing in these places, please pay attention to your safety, be careful not to slip or be scratched by the reefs, and obey the instructions of the on-site security.
- If you participate in activities such as fishing at sea, you must choose a regular operator, follow the instructions of the staff, wear a life jacket, and ensure your own safety.
- When going to higher places such as Guanyin Mountain, please pay attention to walking safety, especially when the weather is bad or the mountain roads are slippery.
- Food hygiene:
- Yanzhou Island is famous for its seafood. When tasting seafood, please be sure to choose a regular restaurant to ensure that the ingredients are fresh and processed hygienically, and avoid eating unclean food that may cause food poisoning or gastrointestinal discomfort.
- People who are allergic to seafood should understand the ingredients of dishes in advance to avoid accidental ingestion that may trigger an allergic reaction.
- Also pay attention to food hygiene when buying food at local food stalls or markets.
- Environmental Protection:
- Yanzhou Island has a beautiful natural environment. During the tour, you should pay attention to protecting the environment, not littering, not destroying vegetation and ecology, and jointly maintain the ecological environment of Yanzhou Island.
- In ecologically sensitive areas such as mangrove nature reserves, relevant regulations must be followed, and no fishing or destruction of plant and animal resources should be done at will, or interference with the habitats of birds and other animals should be avoided.
- Cultural respect: Respect local customs and cultural traditions, and do not do anything that may offend local residents.
- Other matters:
- Learn about the opening hours and ticket prices of various attractions on Yanzhou Island in advance (some attractions may be free) and plan your itinerary accordingly.
- Bring necessary items, such as clothes (prepare according to the season), water bottle, mosquito repellent, common medicines (such as motion sickness pills, OK band-aids, etc.), rain gear, etc.
- When buying seafood or other goods, pay attention to price and quality and purchase through regular merchants.
- It is carried out at low tide. You can download the tide table in advance to check the situation.