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Pre-Trip Preparation

• **Documents**: Bring your ID card and other possible documents like student ID or senior citizen card for ticket discounts or identity verification.

• **Clothing**: Pack long-sleeved jackets for spring/fall, lightweight and breathable clothes, sun-protective wear, swimsuits, etc., for summer, and thick coats, scarves, gloves, etc., for winter.

• **Essentials**: Prepare sunscreen, sunglasses, hats, umbrellas or raincoats, power banks, common medications, etc. If planning to go beachcombing, bring small shovels, buckets, gloves, and rubber boots.

### Transportation Guide

• **Self-Drive**: Navigate to Weihai Xiaoshi Island Scenic Area. It’s approx. 34 km from downtown Weihai, taking about 25 mins by car.

• **Public Transit**: From Weihai Railway Station, take Bus 28 to Wenhua Gong Station, then walk to Beihu Tourist Bus Station and transfer to Bus 16 to Xiaoshi Island.

• **High-Speed Rail**: Take the high-speed rail to Rongcheng High-Speed Rail Station. From there, take Bus Rongcheng K02 directly to Xiaoshi Island Scenic Area Station or take a taxi (approx. 40 mins).

### Attractions

• **Coastline & Rock Formations**: The winding coastline and unique rock formations create a stunning backdrop, perfect for sunrise/sunset views.
• **Tianhou Palace**: A historic temple on the island, rich in cultural heritage, offering insights into traditional religious culture.
• **Xiaoshi Island Sky Mirror**: A creatively designed photo spot attracting many visitors.
• **Warmth Museum**: A marine-themed museum showcasing coastal culture through exhibits.

### Accommodation Suggestions

• **Seaview Hotels**: E.g., Chishan Grand Hotel, where every room has a balcony with panoramic ocean views.
• **Budget Hotels**: Chains like Home Inn and Hanting offer affordable options.
• **Unique Stays**: Try homestays like Chengtu Homestay—Haimengyuan Hotel near Chishan Fenghuang Lake or traditional seaweed-thatched cottages in Rongcheng Dongchu Island Village and Shidao Muyun’an Village.

### Food Recommendations

• **Seafood Feast**: Restaurants like Weihai Xiaoguan·Seafood Restaurant (Xiaoshi Island Branch) serve fresh crab, shrimp, shellfish, and fish.
• **Local Snacks**: Don’t miss regional specialties like mackerel dumplings, Weihai clear soup, and Rongcheng yellow rice cakes.

### Itinerary Ideas

• **Day Trip**: Morning—Explore Xiaoshi Island by sightseeing bus; afternoon—Relax on the beach; evening—Watch the sunset by the sea.
• **Two-Day Trip**: Day 1—Visit the Warmth Museum and go beachcombing; Day 2—Tour Tianhou Palace and enjoy water activities like diving, boating, or fishing.