Qingdao's shores make dreams come true

If you go

Getting there: Over 20 high-speed trains depart daily from Beijing South Railway Station, serving Qingdao Station and Qingdao North Station. The fastest journey takes just over three hours. Located in the old-town area, Qingdao Station is the preferred stop for tourists. Upon arrival, take Metro Line 3 to Wusi (May Fourth) Square Station. From there, it's about a 20-minute walk to reach the Qingdao Olympic Sailing Center.

Sailing experience: Various sailing experiences for adults and children can be purchased in advance on online platforms such as Dazhong Dianping and Douyin, with prices ranging from 50 to 200 yuan ($7.4-29.6). Popular options include luxury catamaran tickets and two-person monohull sports sailing tickets. Chartering a seven-passenger sailboat costs over 600 yuan.