"At the beginning of the month, my travel companion, “Peking Duck” (my child), and I explored four small cities in Guizhou – Guiyang, Anshun, Bijie, and Xingyi. We thoroughly experienced the karst landscapes, caves, waterfalls, and pastoral scenery, all in a comfortably cool climate. Here's a comprehensive guide to share with everyone! ⭕️ Guizhou Geological Museum (reservations required, closed on Mondays, last admission at 4 PM): You can book a guided tour with fossil restoration activities, which is very interesting. ⭕️ Qingyun Market: A great place to eat and explore (definitely try Guiyang's Sour Soup Hotpot – the flavor is unique compared to other regions). ⭕️ Yelang Valley (watch Nuo opera, two shows daily: 12:00-12:30 PM and 3:00-3:30 PM. Kids who enjoy crafts can try plant carving). ⭕️ I personally don't recommend Zhijin Cave for families with young children or the elderly! However, Zhijin Grand Canyon is highly recommended. Enter via the elevator, and the entire route is a downhill walk, making it very lazy-friendly. The scenic beauty is truly impressive and worth a visit! ⭕️ Guizhou Guanling National Fossil Group Geological Park (the fossil digging area is open, but the museum area will open in late July). ⭕️ Huangguoshu Waterfall (‼️ Water Curtain Cave requires reservations and raincoats are a must!). For a lazy-friendly approach: take the round-trip elevator and capture a panoramic shot from above. If you're not up for a lot of walking, you can skip Tianxing Bridge; seeing the main waterfall is breathtaking enough! And a shout-out to the park staff – every restroom is spotless, some even have toilet seat covers! ⭕️ Fenglin Buyi (consider going in the evening when the lights are on – the scenery is even more beautiful. You can experience Buyi culture, songs and dances, iron flower performances, and other unique shows. There are many fun NPC mini-games in the scenic area. Watching the iron flower show from a boat offers a more direct and spectacular view). ⭕️ Kids will absolutely love a full day at Wanfenglin! Fishing, mini-train rides, woodworking, tie-dyeing, fruit picking, making Ciba (sticky rice cakes), and so much more – they'll never want to leave! When they get tired, relaxing at a popular cafe is pure bliss! ⭕️ Maling River Canyon (known as 'the most beautiful scar on Earth.' The scenic area closes at 5:30 PM. For an aerial view, navigate to 'Maling River Canyon Parking Lot 2'). Tips: ‼️ Guizhou attractions can be physically demanding. If you're traveling with children and have limited stamina, opt for lazy-friendly routes. ‼️ Mornings and evenings are cool, but it can be quite sunny during other times, so bring plenty of sunscreen and mosquito repellent. ‼️ Some attractions require advance reservations, so plan your itinerary accordingly! ‼️ Bring raincoats for Maling River and Huangguoshu, and wear non-slip shoes. ‼️ For Zhijin Cave, avoid wearing long pants or white shoes as it can get muddy! The cave temperature is around 10 degrees Celsius, so bring a jacket. Among the hotels we stayed at, 'Peking Duck' loved the Huangguoshu Kaiyuan Manju Hotel the most. It offers many parent-child activities, new facilities, and delicious dining! We enjoyed a cool summer with temperatures around 20 degrees Celsius throughout our trip, without any high-intensity rushing. We experienced city life, majestic gorges and waterfalls, underground marvels, pastoral peak forests, and ethnic minority customs all at once. The best classroom is always on the road; what you see with your own eyes is far more memorable than what you read in books. It’s time to get out there with the kids!"

"The environment is quiet and it's very close to the Niagara Falls entrance, which is super convenient! All the staff were very polite. Because my schedule was delayed and I arrived back at the hotel late, the front desk helped arrange a late check-out, which was very thoughtful!"

"This is a brand new hotel, not a B&B, but it offers a 4-5 star hotel experience for the price of a B&B. It's an incredible value! Most B&Bs don't even have elevators. They also provide shuttle service to the Huangguoshu Waterfall scenic area. I was very satisfied with the room; it was huge and spotless. I highly recommend staying here."

"An absolutely amazing hotel! The room was huge and incredibly quiet, making for a very comfortable sleep. It's not super close to the waterfall attractions, but if you're driving, it's really not an issue. The BBQ downstairs was truly unique and delicious, with high-quality ingredients. Breakfast was also plentiful and tasty! Unfortunately, I was short on time and couldn't fully enjoy the private onsen. I hope to visit again!"

"This was by far the best stay of my trip! The hotel is brand new and the facilities are excellent. Amazing value for money! So affordable! The room was also very clean and incredibly spacious! Plus, we got a free upgrade!"

"Location is great. Just opposite the scenic area ticketing center and bus station. Just about 100m away is a row of restaurants serving local cuisine. Very convenient and highly recommended."

"A truly great experience. The facilities were excellent, everything was clean and hygienic, and it was very convenient for getting around."

"The environment was fantastic. The owner's place even had a terrace where you could watch the sunset. The bedding was clean and soft, the blackout was excellent, and it was very quiet. After visiting the waterfall, lying down to relax was incredibly relaxing. There was a food street just 100 meters away, and the owner provided excellent service, introducing us to many local delicacies."

"This hotel is excellent, easily the best in the area. The facilities, environment, and location are all top-notch. It's only a few hundred meters from the Huangguoshu scenic area's third ticket office, so you can just walk there. Overall, I highly recommend this place for anyone visiting the Huangguoshu scenic area. It's a good idea to plan ahead and book your room on Trip.com in advance."