Summer Vacation Guide with Kids! 4 Hidden & Cool Paradise Destinations, Just 1k RMB per Person for Ultimate Fun

1️⃣ Taizhou, Zhejiang

What to do: Shenxianju Scenic Area (cool cable car ride up the mountain), Guoqing Temple (ancient temple retreat), Danzhu Water Play (crystal-clear glass-like streams)

Where to stay: Tiantai Shanhe Hotel (Zen-style family rooms) or Shenxianju Narada Resort (pool + kids' playground)

What to eat: Jiaobingtong (stuffed pancake rolls), Danqing Yangwei (egg white dessert), Jiangtang Noodles (try Lao Bian Restaurant)

Transport: High-speed rail to Taizhou Station, charter a car between attractions (~300 RMB/day)

2️⃣ Mile, Yunnan

What to do: Dongfengyun Town (red-brick castle photos), Huquan Ecological Park (free beach play), Taipinghu Forest Cabins (kids' train ride)

Where to stay: Mile MGallery (hot springs with Dongfengyun views) or Huquan Hotel (private beach)

What to eat: Braised Chicken Rice Noodles (Ma’s Braised Chicken), grape picking (best in June)

Transport: 1h high-speed rail from Kunming, 10-20 RMB taxi rides between spots

3️⃣ Nanning, Guangxi

What to do: Qingxiu Mountain (shady botanical garden), Fantawild ASEAN Mythology (indoor attractions), Nanning Zoo (viral chimpanzee interactions)

Where to stay: Shangri-La Nanning (family suites) or Qingxiu Mountain B&Bs (forest-themed courtyards)

What to eat: Laoyou Rice Noodles (Shu Ji), sour snacks (Zhongshan Road Night Market)

Transport: Metro + Didi, Zoo accessible via Metro Line 1

4️⃣ Zhangzhou, Fujian

What to do: Dongshan Island (sand play & tide pools at Nanmen Bay), Volcano Island (Rainbow Mountain photo ops), Yunshuiyao (ancient banyan tree tea time)

Where to stay: Dongshan Yumo Homestay (sea-view slide rooms) or Volcano Island Nomi Homestay (white castle)

What to eat: Oyster Omelet (Tongling Night Market), Siguo Tang (Xiaohong’s dessert soup)

Transport: 1.5h drive from Xiamen, rent e-bikes for 80 RMB/day

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Tips: June is off-season with fewer crowds and lower prices—don’t forget sunscreen jackets and mosquito repellent! 2-3 days per destination is ideal; keep the family travel pace relaxed~