Qingdao: Red tiles, green trees, and the sea breeze of beer

Qingdao is a city of red tiles, green trees, blue sea, and blue skies. In three days and two nights, between the pier and the beer pub, you encounter a European-style seaside town.

The boardwalk stretches into the bay, and Huilan Pavilion stands in the middle of the water, serving as the cover of Qingdao. In the morning, watch seagulls circling and the tides rise and fall, and the old town's skyline is gentle and clear.

Old villas from various countries nestle in the shade of the Eight Passes, with Princess Tower and Huashi Tower each having their own charm. In autumn, ginkgo and red maples cover the roads, a local secret of romance.

Have a glass of original beer paired with spicy stir-fried clams and grilled squid. The boldness of Qingdao people is all in their drinks; the lively atmosphere of seaside food stalls is even more captivating than the scenic spots.

From Xiaoyushan or Xiaoqingdao, you can see the red roofs stretching along the slope toward the bay, with clear layers like a postcard. When the sea breeze blows, all worries are blown away.

Qingdao's delight is like cooking European cuisine and seafood in one pot. When you hold a beer and watch the sunset sink into the Yellow Sea, you'll understand: comfort can be so concrete.