Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

Chapter 1602

"Zhangjiajie is so beautiful. I will definitely come again if I have the chance in the future," said Huang Pengfei.

"Well, our journey continues, and the next place will definitely be exciting." Li Xiao said.

Leaving the spectacular Zhangjiajie, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei came to the tropical Yalong Bay in Sanya. When they stepped onto this beautiful beach, the warm sunshine and gentle sea breeze hit them.

"Lao Li, Sanya is such a great place! It feels like we have suddenly gone from winter to summer." Huang Pengfei excitedly took off his coat, feeling the tropical atmosphere.

Li Xiao smiled and nodded: "Yes, the climate in Sanya is very pleasant, especially Yalong Bay. The beach here is known as the best bay in the world."

They strolled along the beach. The white and fine sand was soft under their feet. The waves gently hit the shore, making a pleasant sound.

"Wow, this beach is so comfortable!" Huang Pengfei couldn't help but run on the beach.

"Haha, be careful not to fall." Li Xiao reminded with a smile.

In the distance, the blue sea is endless, the surface of the sea is sparkling, and occasionally a few seagulls fly by.

"Old Li, look how blue the sea is!" Huang Pengfei said, pointing to the sea.

"Well, the water in Yalong Bay is very clear and the visibility is very high. It is very suitable for diving and swimming." Li Xiao said.

They came to a diving club and decided to experience the fun of diving. Under the guidance of the coach, they put on diving equipment and slowly dived into the water.

The underwater world amazed them. Colorful corals and various tropical fish swam around them, as if they had entered a dream world.

"Wow, this is so beautiful!" Huang Pengfei gestured excitedly with his hands.

"Yes, the scenery here is really unforgettable." Li Xiao was also attracted by the beautiful scenery in front of him.

After diving, they were hungry and went to a seafood restaurant to taste Sanya's specialties.

"Boss, can you recommend any special dishes?" Huang Pengfei said.

The boss introduced enthusiastically: "The seafood here is very fresh, such as steamed grouper, salt and pepper shrimp, garlic oysters, etc."

"Okay, then give me one for each." Huang Pengfei said generously.

Soon, all the dishes were served. Li Xiao picked up a piece of grouper and put it in his mouth. The fish meat was tender and delicious.

"This grouper is really delicious." Li Xiao praised.

Huang Pengfei has a special liking for the salt and pepper mantis shrimp: "These mantis shrimp are so big and taste great."

After dinner, they went to see a folk performance. The performance venue was full of tourists, and everyone was looking forward to the wonderful performance.

The performance began, the actors dressed in the traditional costumes of the Li ethnic group, performing traditional dances such as bamboo pole dance and firewood dance. Their dance postures were graceful and full of ethnic characteristics.

"This Li dance is so beautiful!" Huang Pengfei applauded excitedly.

"Yes, these traditional dances not only allow us to appreciate the beautiful dance moves, but also allow us to understand the culture of the Li ethnic group," said Li Xiao.

After the performance, they came to a local specialty store, which was filled with various Sanya specialties, such as coconut candy, pearl jewelry, tropical fruits, etc.

"Old Li, what do you think we should buy?" Huang Pengfei asked.

"I think coconut candy is good. It tastes sweet and is easy to carry. Pearl jewelry is also very beautiful. I can buy some to give to my family and friends." Li Xiao said.

"Okay, I'll listen to you." Huang Pengfei began to select specialties.

After buying the local specialties, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei stood on the beach of Yalong Bay, looking at the beautiful sea and beach, their hearts filled with reluctance to leave.

"Yalong Bay in Sanya is so beautiful. I will definitely come back if I have the chance in the future," said Huang Pengfei.

"Well, our journey continues, and the next place will definitely be exciting." Li Xiao said.

After bidding farewell to the passionate Yalong Bay in Sanya, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei came to Qingdao, which is full of European style. When they stood by the Qingdao Pier, looking at the long plank road extending into the sea and the endless sea, their hearts were filled with joy.

"Old Li, Qingdao is really delicious!" Huang Pengfei took a deep breath of the sea-scented air and said excitedly.

Li Xiao smiled and nodded: "Yes, Qingdao is a beautiful coastal city, with both European romance and local customs. Let's go to the pier for a walk."

The two walked slowly along the pier, the sea breeze blowing on their faces, bringing a slight coolness. The pier was crowded with tourists, and everyone was enjoying the beautiful sea view.

"Look at that small island in the distance, it's so beautiful!" Huang Pengfei said, pointing to a small island on the sea.

"Well, that should be Little Qingdao. Many of Qingdao's attractions are related to the sea and are particularly charming." Li Xiao responded.

At the end of the trestle bridge, there is a Huilan Pavilion. They walked into the Huilan Pavilion, which displayed some historical photos and cultural relics about Qingdao.

"Old Li, look, Qingdao has so many stories." Huang Pengfei said while looking at the photos.

"Yes, every place has its unique history and culture," said Li Xiao.

After coming out of Huilan Pavilion, they found a bench by the sea and sat down, quietly looking at the sea.

"This sea really makes people feel relaxed." Huang Pengfei said with emotion.

"That's right, the sea always brings people a feeling of tranquility and vastness." Li Xiao said.

When they are hungry, they go looking for Qingdao's special food.

"Old Li, what delicious food is there in Qingdao?" Huang Pengfei asked.

Li Xiao thought for a moment and said, "Then there must be Tsingtao beer, spicy fried clams, Spanish mackerel dumplings, etc."

"Okay, let's go and try it." Huang Pengfei said impatiently.

They went to a seafood restaurant and ordered spicy fried clams, Spanish mackerel dumplings and a few bottles of Tsingtao beer.

"Wow, this spicy fried clams tastes so delicious!" Huang Pengfei took a bite of the clams and praised it highly.

"These Spanish mackerel dumplings are not bad, with large fillings and thin skin." Li Xiao said while tasting the dumplings.

Drinking cool Tsingtao beer and eating delicious seafood, the two were in a particularly good mood.

After dinner, they went to see a folk performance. The performance venue was very lively, and the actors performed traditional dances such as Jiaozhou Yangge.

"This yangko is so lively!" Huang Pengfei couldn't help but applaud as he watched the actors' cheerful dancing.

"Yes, Jiaozhou Yangge is one of Qingdao's characteristic cultures and it is very contagious," said Li Xiao.

After the performance, they came to a local specialty store, which was filled with various Qingdao specialties, such as Qingdao beer gift boxes, shell crafts, Laoshan green tea, etc.

"Old Li, what do you think we should buy?" Huang Pengfei asked.

"I think we can buy some shell crafts, which are very memorable. Laoshan green tea is also good, with a fresh and fragrant taste." Li Xiao said. "Okay, then I'll listen to you." Huang Pengfei began to select specialties.

After buying the local specialties, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei stood by the pier, looking at the beautiful sea and city scenery, their hearts filled with reluctance to leave.

"Qingdao is such a great place. I will definitely come back if I have the chance in the future," said Huang Pengfei.

"Well, our journey continues, and I believe the next place will bring us different surprises." Li Xiao said.

After leaving Qingdao, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei came to Suzhou, which is known as the "paradise on earth". As soon as they set foot on this land, the gentle atmosphere of the south of the Yangtze River hit them.

"Old Li, Suzhou feels so charming!" Huang Pengfei said with emotion as he looked at the quaint buildings on the street.

Li Xiao smiled and nodded: "Yes, Suzhou is famous for its gardens. We must enjoy them this time. Let's go to the Humble Administrator's Garden first."

The two came to the gate of the Humble Administrator's Garden and were immediately attracted by the elegant gate. Walking into the garden, the pavilions, towers, bridges and flowing water were like a beautiful painting.

"Wow, this Humble Administrator's Garden is so beautiful!" Huang Pengfei widened his eyes and looked around.

"Indeed, the Humble Administrator's Garden is one of the representative gardens of Suzhou, and it reflects the exquisiteness and elegance of Jiangnan gardens everywhere," said Li Xiao.

They strolled along the winding corridors, admiring the scenery in the garden. The lotus flowers in the pond were in full bloom, the lotus leaves were lush, and the fish were playing in the water.

"Look at that pavilion, it's so exquisitely built!" Huang Pengfei said, pointing to a pavilion not far away.

"Well, the architecture of Suzhou gardens pays great attention to details, and each one has its own unique features." Li Xiao responded.

They came to a rockery, walked up the stone steps, and stood in the pavilion on the top of the mountain, overlooking the beautiful scenery of the entire Humble Administrator's Garden.

"Old Li, looking from here, the Humble Administrator's Garden looks like a big garden," said Huang Pengfei.

"Yes, the scenery here is really intoxicating." Li Xiao said.

After touring the Humble Administrator's Garden for a while, the two were hungry, so they went to a Suzhou specialty restaurant to taste Suzhou cuisine.

"Boss, can you recommend any special dishes?" Huang Pengfei said.

The boss introduced enthusiastically: "Our squirrel mandarin fish, Yangcheng hairy crabs, and Suzhou cakes are all very good."

"Okay, then give me one for each." Huang Pengfei said generously.

Soon, all the dishes were served. Li Xiao picked up a piece of squirrel fish and put it in his mouth. The fish meat was crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and it was sweet and sour and delicious.

"This squirrel fish tastes really good." Li Xiao praised.

Huang Pengfei has a special liking for Yangcheng hairy crabs: "These hairy crabs are so fat, and have lots of crab roe."

After dinner, they went to see a Kunqu opera performance. The performance venue was full of spectators, who were quietly appreciating this ancient art.

"This Kunqu opera is really beautiful, and the actors look very beautiful," said Huang Pengfei.

"Yes, Kunqu Opera is one of Suzhou's traditional cultures and has a long history," said Li Xiao.

After the performance, they came to a local specialty store, which was filled with various Suzhou specialties, such as Suzhou embroidery, Biluochun tea, silk, etc.

"Old Li, what do you think we should buy?" Huang Pengfei asked.

"I think Suzhou embroidery is very good and exquisite. You can buy some to use as decorations. Biluochun tea is also very good and has a refreshing fragrance," said Li Xiao.

"Okay, I'll listen to you." Huang Pengfei began to select specialties.

After buying the local specialties, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei stood at the gate of Humble Administrator's Garden, looking at the beautiful garden, their hearts filled with reluctance to leave.

"The Suzhou gardens are so beautiful. I will definitely come again if I have the chance," said Huang Pengfei.

"Well, our journey continues, and the next place will definitely be exciting." Li Xiao said.

After bidding farewell to the picturesque Suzhou gardens, Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei came to the romantic and mysterious Lijiang Ancient City. When they stepped into this ancient city, it was as if they had traveled through a time tunnel.

"Old Li, this Lijiang Ancient Town is so amazing!" Huang Pengfei said excitedly as he looked at the bluestone paved streets and ancient wooden buildings.

Li Xiao smiled and nodded: "Yes, Lijiang Ancient Town has a unique charm. Let's go to Sifang Street first."

The two walked slowly along the street, and the shops on the street were full of various special commodities, including exquisite handicrafts, colorful ethnic costumes, and delicious snacks.

"Look at this handicraft, it's so exquisite!" Huang Pengfei picked up a wood carving and looked at it carefully.

"Well, Lijiang's handicrafts are very distinctive, and they are all made with great care by local people," said Li Xiao.

They came to Sifang Street, which was very lively. There were Naxi elders dancing, tourists taking pictures, and street artists performing.

"This Sifang Street is so lively." Huang Pengfei said, looking at the crowd around him.

"Yes, this is the center of Lijiang Ancient Town and the most vibrant place." Li Xiao responded.

They found a cafe on Sifang Street, sat down, ordered two cups of coffee, and quietly admired the beautiful scenery of the ancient city.

"Old Li, the ancient town of Lijiang is really a good place to relax." Huang Pengfei said after taking a sip of coffee.

"That's right, there is no hustle and bustle and pressure of big cities here, only tranquility and beauty." Li Xiao said.

After a short rest, they went to the Mu's Palace, which was magnificent and beautifully built. They visited the palace and learned about the history and culture of Lijiang.

"This wooden palace is so magnificent!" Huang Pengfei exclaimed.

"Yes, the Mu Mansion is a witness to Lijiang's history and an important symbol of Naxi culture," said Li Xiao.

After visiting the scenic spots, the two were hungry, so they went to a Naxi restaurant to taste the delicacies of Lijiang.

"Boss, can you recommend any special dishes?" Huang Pengfei said.

The boss introduced enthusiastically: "Our cured pork ribs, Naxi grilled fish, and chicken bean jelly are all very good."

"Okay, then give me one for each." Huang Pengfei said generously.

Soon, all the dishes were served. Li Xiao picked up a piece of cured pork ribs and put it in his mouth. The aroma of the ribs instantly spread.

"These cured pork ribs taste really good and are very chewy." Li Xiao praised.

Huang Pengfei has a special liking for Naxi grilled fish: "This grilled fish is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and tastes delicious."

After dinner, they went to see a Naxi folk performance. The performance venue was full of tourists, and everyone was looking forward to the wonderful performance.

The performance began, the actors dressed in traditional Naxi costumes, performing traditional arts such as Dongba dance and Naxi ancient music. Their graceful dance and melodious music made Li Xiao and Huang Pengfei deeply intoxicated.