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when the summer comes and the weather is hot like crazy!! Nanao island is the best choice to go on weekend if you live in shantou and as for people who live outside china or another city, you probably don't want to come to shantou because of Nanao island, but it would be nice and new experience you have much time.
Written Aug 2, 2011
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There are a few beaches in Shantou and Chenghai. However, the beaches here are not always clean and you can expect people having their barbecue on the beach with food all around. The water isnt very clear either. But the beach can be a good escape from the city.
The popular one is Zong Xin beach. You can get more information from any hotel. Note: even if you are not staying at the hotel, you can always go to any business center and ask for information.
The best beaches are located in a nearby island called Nanao. There are frequent ferries that go to Nanao from Chenghai for about 20-30RMB(not sure), and it takes about an hour to get there.
The last ferry to leave Nanao is at 5 or 6 (best to check).
The best 'resort' in Nanao - keep in mind this is a very basic resort with decent but not luxurious rooms - is the Golden bay resort. Run by a friendly singaporean called Tony who helps you feel at home whilst you are there. I'll try to post his number but you can probably ask any hotel business center to find out.
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Hot springs resort : Another place worth visiting is the Hot springs. Here, you can find a beautiful 5 star hot spring resort inside a beautiful secluded environment on the way to Chaozhou..
Inside the complex there are many different hot spring pools to soak into. The resort also has a swimming pool, Body and Foot Massages, some decent restaurants and outdoor bbq at very reasonable prices. I think its about 50rmb (5USD) to use the hot springs, and another 150 for a massage. The rooms are very nice, and if you want to spend a night, it will set you back about 400rmb for a basic room. They also have rooms with private pools. Definitely worth a visit. Its about an 45 mins from downtown shantou.
Mr Ben, also a singaporean, can provide more information : His number is +86 13827340168.
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Foot massage : if you get the chance, enjoy the many foot massage joints in the city. Ask around and you will surely find one. Cost 40rmb/hour
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The statements here may not be accurate anymore.
Updated Nov 14, 2009
Phone: 13827340168 (Ben)
Apart from Business, there is not much to do here in terms of sight seeing. There are some unique spots but most people come here for the business.
There are some beaches nearby (albiet somewhat dirty), and some nice landscape but generally this place , having that small village feel to it , is quite boring at times. There is a small expatriate group here, mostly working in trade, or teaching english. If you see us, feel free to say hello.
Although Shantou has a huge population and tall buildings, it feels like a small coastal village. People here are simple and more or less kind. The rude or gross behaviour you sometimes find here is a result of the culture, or simply the lack of education of some locals. Most of them are kind hearted people.
Shopping in Shantou : Shopping here is nothing when compared to the malls and trendy shops in Shanghai or Hong Kong. Main shopping areas in Shantou are on Chang Ping Lu , and Jin Hua Lu (around the corner of the Golden gulf hotel). (Lu stands for street in mandarin). Here you can find Dvds, Clothes, Cosmetics, Tiny Factory outlets selling some polo shirts, and several restaurants.
You can also find Wal Mart (behind the golden gulf hotel on Changping Lu) - which sells everything and anything possibly needed.
When it comes to getting information, i find the hotel to be your best source. Specifically the Golden gulf hotel's business center. Their staff are relatively educated. And although i find the hotel to be a little run down, the staff there are not! (note. you don't have to be a hotel guest to ask for information at the business center).
Updated Sep 25, 2006
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