Internet Celebrity vs. Local Recommendations: How to Explore Xiamen Without Getting Ripped Off

💕Xiamen Rip-off Prevention Guide: Internet Celebrity vs. Local Recommendations 🍜 Food - Internet Celebrity Traps: Internet-famous restaurants in Zengcuoan/Zhongshan Road (overpriced, average taste) - Local Recommendations: - Bayi Market Seafood (choose your own seafood and have it cooked, pay attention to the weighing) - Shapowei: Yubao Sao, Yousheng Local Snacks - Breakfast: Fuyu Oyster Noodle Soup, Laosong Wonton 🏝 Activities - Internet Celebrity Traps: - Zengcuoan (overly commercialized) - Internet-famous shops in Gulangyu (e.g., Zhang Sanfeng Milk Tea) - Local Recommendations: - Gulangyu: Go in the morning to avoid crowds, explore old villas (Shuzhuang Garden, Sunlight Rock) - Huandao Road: Rent an e-bike and cycle (Huangcuo Beach is less crowded) - Shanhai Health Trail: Forest and Sea Line (Wanshi Canghai - Panguita) for sunset viewing 🚗 Transportation - Refuse recommendations from taxi drivers for "seafood restaurants/scenic spots"! - Buy Gulangyu ferry tickets in advance (official "Xiamen Ferry+" mini-program), don't trust scalpers. 📌 Tips - Avoid holidays for a better experience. - Ask for prices at food stalls before ordering, be cautious of seafood market prices. Summary: Internet celebrity check-ins are fast food, local experiences are slow food. The essence of Xiamen lies in its alleys, coastline, and vibrant atmosphere!