June Budget Travel Must-See! 4 Coastal Small Towns That Are Fun and Affordable

🌊Hey guys! The right way to enjoy summer is by the sea🌊! June has just the right temperature without too much sun, and best of all, you can avoid the peak season crowds and save money~ Today, let's dig into these "budget-friendly" coastal cities where you can stay in hostels and eat street food, all for around 500 RMB per person and still have a blast!👇 🦀Yantai — Affordable Romance on the Bohai Bay Yantai is truly the "budget travel pinnacle"! The first stop is straight to Yangma Island🏝️, renting an electric scooter to circle the island costs only 30 RMB. The sea breeze messes up your bangs, but you get to see the super soothing blue and white coastline~ The rocky beach on Zhang Island hides little surprises: at low tide, you can pick up sea snails and little crabs🦀. You could spend an entire afternoon playing by the sea and never get bored! At night, stroll and eat at the old street in Suocheng! Yantai steamed jelly for 2 RMB each, drizzled with sesame sauce, chewy and flavorful enough to make you stomp your feet😋~ Then grab a 10 RMB grilled squid skewer, munching while watching street performers play guitar, the lively atmosphere is full of summer vibes~ For accommodation, choose a hostel near Fisherman’s Wharf, where you can fall asleep to the sound of waves for just 50 RMB per person🌙~ 🥘Weihai — A Seaside Town Full of Fairy Tale Vibes Weihai’s romance is "no filter needed"! Take the free coastal shuttle bus🚌 from Weigao Square to Crescent Bay, along the way you’ll see newlyweds taking wedding photos on the beach and kids chasing the waves~ Don’t miss the popular corner on Torch 8th Street! Blue and white houses with sea views, every snap looks like a Korean drama screenshot📸~ To save money, head to Weihai Park! Take a photo with the giant frame sculpture with your partner, the moment the sea breeze lifts your skirt is super atmospheric💑~ When hungry, go to Han Lefang! A 15 RMB bowl of seafood noodles is so fresh it’ll make your eyebrows raise, spicy stir-fried rice cakes are sweet and spicy and totally satisfying, you can eat until full without worrying about your wallet~ In the evening, watch the sunset at Sea Park, lie on the beach listening to the waves, budget travel can be very romantic too~ 🦪Lianyungang — Mountain and Sea Adventures on Lian Island Lianyungang’s "budget travel secret" is hidden on Lian Island! Spend 20 RMB on a sightseeing bus to circle the island. The fine sand at Dashawan feels like stepping on cotton candy, the bamboo path at Suma Bay is super cool, and while walking you might even spot sunbathing squirrels🐿️~ Remember to bring a small bucket to collect shells at Haiyifang Park, the harvest feels more rewarding than buying souvenirs! The Salt River Alley night market in the city is a must-go! Grilled oysters are 3 skewers for 10 RMB, plump and juicy, plus 8 RMB for cold jelly noodles. Sitting on stone benches watching lanterns light up, the lively atmosphere makes life worth living~ For accommodation, choose a homestay on Xugou Old Street, where you can get a room with a balcony for 60 RMB per person. Eating watermelon while feeling the sea breeze at night—that’s what summer is all about~ 🍍Beihai — The King of Cost-Performance with Tropical Vibes Who says you have to go to Sanya to see coconut groves and beaches? Beihai’s Silver Beach is free and great to explore! Barefoot on the "singing beach," waves bring tiny shells, compete with your partner to build sandcastles, laughing until your stomach hurts~ Qiaogang Style Street is a foodie paradise: 5 RMB for a bowl of Vietnamese chicken pho, sour and appetizing; 20 RMB for a seafood fried noodle dish loaded with ingredients; and a 10 RMB coconut jelly that’s sweet to the core~ To save money, rent an electric scooter🛵 to circle the coast! Ride from Beihai Old Street’s arcade buildings to Guantouling, along the way meet grandmas selling jackfruit, buy a piece and chat while eating, soaking in the slow pace of this small town~ At night, stroll along Haidi Street, watch fishing boats’ lights flicker on the sea, the joy of budget travel is probably this simple and satisfying~ 💡Budget Travel Tips: ✅ June is the off-season for coastal cities; booking accommodation a week in advance can save you half the cost! ✅ The UV rays by the sea are strong, remember to bring sun-protective clothing (don’t buy too expensive ones, they’re easy to lose by the sea😂) ✅ Want great photos? White dresses + straw hats never fail, props like coconuts or shells work perfectly~ These four small towns are like "summer mystery boxes," full of surprises when you open them~ Let’s go wild by the sea in June~🌊✨