My arrival:
Xiamen served as the gateway to my month-long journey through China. As a devoted fan of Xiamen Airlines, see that signature blue livery at Gaoqi Airport was the perfect welcome. What makes Gaoqi truly unique is its location-it is nestled right up against the residential areas. It is an absolute heaven for aviation lovers; you can watch massive planes fly directly over your head at low altitudes. I just couldn’t resist the urge to spend my first few hours after arrival, to capture photos as many as possible. Trust me, for those who loves the roar of an engine and a close-up view of a landing gear, this city starts you off on the right note.
My stay:
Since Xiamen was both the starting and ending point of my trip, I spent a total of two nights at the Madison Hotel. The check-in and check-out process was incredibly efficient. The rooms are modern and comfortable, featuring a nice balcony and a generous supply of unlimited bottled water. And its location is perfect for travelers. It is very close to the airport and convenient for catching an early flight the next morning. However, because it’s so close to the runway, light sleepers might ask the concierge for earplugs. And there is a great bonus: if you have to leave before breakfast hour, you can ask the staff to prepare a breakfast-to-go bag for you.
P1-P2: Near the Xiamen Gaoqi Airport
P3-P5: Madison Hotel
Background:
Around a month ago, I returned to China to celebrate the Lunar New Year with my family and embarked on a journey across the country with friends.
My Route:
Xiamen-Zhuhai-Foshan-Guangzhou-Shenzhen-Nanning-Beihai-Hangzhou-Wuxi-Shaoxing(Zhuji)-Shanghai-Xiamen
This report is part of a series documenting my travels. I hope these reports serve as helpful reference material for anyone planning a trip to China!
