As my older child is 7 years old and younger one is 4 years old, plus I (mom) + grandparents, we plan to depart on July 25th for a 7-day trip by train or plane. The train only has one direct flight from Qingdao Station at 21:01. The earliest available flight at Geelong starts at 17:00 with a stop at Gelao East. Doesn’t matter which option I choose, we’ll have to sleep when arriving anyway.
I want to visit Changshan Polar Ocean Museum, Navy Museum, Lushan, Gold Sand Beach, and famous Instagram spots - not the tourist attractions. I hope there’s time to check out other scenic spots too. Since we’re inland and don’t have a sea view, my kids can play at the beach in the afternoons instead. Accommodation should be clean and hygienic with reasonable prices for food.
Additionally, our accommodation will either be within city limits or near Gold Sand Beach for several days. Public transportation like subways are available - I hope everyone could help me plan out an itinerary that fits my needs!