The following is a review of Yutian Qilihai:
Pros
- Convenient Transportation: Located in the Beidaihe New District, within the 3-hour transportation hub of the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region, it can be reached in two to three hours by car from Beijing and is only 35 kilometers from the Beidaihe High-Speed Railway Station.
- Unique Accommodations: Qilihai offers 36 themed courtyards, each with its own unique theme and unique world, such as the Science and Technology Courtyard and the Music Courtyard. There are also themed rooms at the Wonderland Resort Hotel, where guests can interact with giraffes.
- Ecological Harmony: Peacocks, sika deer, and the internet-famous alpacas roam freely along the roadside, allowing visitors to interact with a variety of animals and experience the harmonious coexistence of humans and nature.
- Wonderful Performances: A variety of themed performances are offered, including the "Fishing Field Fireworks Feast," "Fishing Field Fireworks," and "Fisherman's World." The millennium-old stunt "iron flower" is also showcased, along with themed flower boat parades and stunt shows under the stars. - Diverse Dining: The resort boasts a 5,400-acre marine ranch, boasting fresh seafood. The food court boasts a diverse selection of snacks, including intangible cultural heritage delicacies and Qinhuangdao specialties, such as lava egg tarts, waffles, and pure meat sausages.
- Diverse Activities: There are interactive animal theaters like Animal Broadway and Animal Games, as well as interactive attractions like the Capybara Friends Club, Buffalo Ranch, Fishing Fire Fair, and Family Fishing Island. There are also water parks and non-motorized parks, perfect for family outings.
Disadvantages
- High Prices: Hotel prices can increase significantly during peak season. For example, a hotel that normally costs 700 to 800 yuan may reach 2,200 yuan per night during the summer.
- Service Needs Improvement: Check-in procedures may be slow, luggage carts may be insufficient, and guides may be inadequate. There is also a shortage of vehicles for transporting guests within the park.
- Crowded Visitors: Visitors are often heavy on holidays and weekends, leading to long queues for popular attractions and performances. For example, it's difficult to get a spot during the fireworks show, and the Splashing Water Plaza can be overcrowded. - Insufficient supporting facilities: parking lot planning and management are poor, which easily leads to traffic jams