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Sizhou Archipelago—Be a Hyrule Warrior in the “Real-Life” Zelda Adventure

【Soul-Searching Before Landing】 1. Do you get seasick? The speedboat’s bumpiness ≈ pirate ship + tractor duet. It’s recommended to take seasickness medicine in advance, or you might star in a live-action version of "The Old Man and the Sea"—vomiting until you question life. 2. Are you afraid of sunburn? The island’s UV rays are like a “tanning accelerator.” Apply sunscreen as thickly as painting a wall, or your own mom might not recognize you when you return. ------ 【Transportation Guide: How to Elegantly “Drift” to the Secret Paradise】 • High-speed train/plane: First arrive at Fuzhou/Wenzhou, then transfer to Xiapu Station, and finally take a taxi to Jishi Pier (the driver might ask: “Going to Zelda or Water City?”—firmly choose the former). • Two boat options: ◦ Official ferry: 100 RMB/person, slow as an old ox (1.5 hours), but steady as Mount Tai, suitable for the wellness crowd. ◦ Speedboat: 200 RMB/person, 40 minutes direct, bumpiness ≈ sea disco, but you can be the first to get likes on your Moments. ------ 【Photo Spots: Battle for the Center Stage on Social Media】 1. Dongzhu Island ◦ Photo pose: Wear a white dress standing at the cliff edge, let the sea breeze blow your skirt like Marilyn Monroe’s, with a 90° cliff + emerald sea background, instantly becoming a National Geographic cover girl. ◦ Hidden Easter egg: Find the “Emperor’s Hat” rock on the cliff; wear it and you’re the Napoleon of the island world. 2. Nanzhu Island ◦ Pebble wishing: Stack five stones = find love, ten stones = get rich (locals say: actually just an excuse because we’re too lazy to pick up stones). ◦ Snorkeling experience: Water so clear you can see the fish’s WeChat profile picture, but watch out for sea urchins—they’re more painful than your ex. 3. Hongzhu Island (Bird Island) ◦ Seagull socializing: From May to August, seagulls flock. Bring breadcrumbs to trigger the “bird swarm” effect, but beware they might “airdrop gifts” on your head. 4. Beizhu Island ◦ Fishing village photo studio: Shoot fishermen’s net-hauling silhouettes at dusk, caption with “At the end of the sea are the tears of the working people,” and get over a hundred likes. ------ 【Accommodation Recommendations: Island Owner or Sea View, That Is the Question】 1. Just Met·Island Owner’s Homestay ◦ Selling points: 270° sea view room + free tour guide by the owner, dinner portions so big “you simply can’t finish” (bring digestive pills recommended). ◦ Drawbacks: Soundproofing ≈ none, snoring next door sounds like a tractor. 2. Cape of Good Hope Homestay ◦ Selling points: Elevator access + bar and nightclub, perfect for young people who are exhausted from hiking by day and partying by night. ◦ Easter egg: Watch fishing boats set off fireworks from the balcony, so romantic you might want to propose on the spot (single folks, bring your own lemons). ------ 【Food Bomb: The “Manchu Han Imperial Feast” of Seafood】 1. Must-eat list: ◦ Mussel fried rice noodles: Mussels so plump you’d suspect they’ve been secretly taking protein powder. ◦ Wild yellow croaker soup: So fresh your tongue wants to dance, but watch out for fish bones—they’re harder to pick out than your ex. ◦ Seaweed cake: Xiapu specialty, tastes like seaweed-flavored compressed biscuits, perfect as travel snacks. 2. Avoidance guide: Supplies on the island are scarce, bring your own snacks! Otherwise, you’ll be so hungry you’ll have to gnaw on coral (don’t ask how we know). ------ 【Ultimate Advice: Stay Alive and Save Money】 • Weather superstition: Cloudy days = wasted trip, sunny days = forever! Check the weather before traveling, or you might be stuck on the island starring in “Cast Away” sequel. • Dressing formula: Non-slip shoes + windbreaker = island warrior, slippers = slippery kneeling performance artist. • Money-saving tip: Visit the island Tuesday to Thursday for 30% off homestays; weekends prices ≈ daylight robbery. ------ Summary: Sizhou Archipelago, a treasure land where you can experience “Zelda adventure + seafood freedom + social media fame” all at once! Friendly reminder: Bring enough memory cards, every frame here is wallpaper, every bite is fresh flavor, every second makes you want to quit your job and become an islander!🌊🏝️
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