Northwest Travel Must-Read! A Graduation Guide to Avoiding Pitfalls

Still worried about running into trouble while traveling in the Northwest? This guide will teach you step-by-step how to explore the Northwest. Save it now! - 🧳Packing Checklist: Forgetting even one item will make you regret it❗ ✅Documents: ID card, student ID (discounts available!), some cash (signal can be weak in some areas) ✅Clothing: Big temperature differences between day and night, bring a thick jacket + sun-protective clothing + hat and sunglasses ✅Skincare: Lip balm, high SPF sunscreen, hydrating face masks (the dryness in the Northwest is unforgettable) ✅Others: Power bank, stomach medicine (dietary differences), thermos (drinking hot water is essential) - 🚗7 Days 6 Nights Classic Itinerary: Copy it directly👇 Day1️⃣: Xining → Riyue Mountain → Qinghai Lake (Heimahe Scenic Area) → Chaka Salt Lake → Chaka Town (overnight) Day2️⃣: Chaka Town → Cross the Qaidam Basin → Dachaidan Emerald Lake → Dachaidan Town (overnight) Day3️⃣: Dachaidan Town → National Highway 315 (U-shaped road) → Water Yadan → Dachaidan Town (overnight) Day4️⃣: Dachaidan Town → Heidushan → Aksay Oil Town → Dunhuang (overnight) Day5️⃣: Dunhuang → Mogao Caves (tickets around 9 AM are ideal) → Mingsha Mountain Crescent Lake → Shazhou Night Market → Dunhuang (overnight) Day6️⃣: Dunhuang → Pass by Jiayuguan Fortress → Zhangye Rainbow Mountains → Zhangye (overnight) Day7️⃣: Zhangye → Biandukou → Qilian Grassland → Gangshika Snow Peak (distant view) → Xining (end) - 🎯Scenic Spot Tips: Enjoy your trip without overspending💰 🔹Qinghai Lake: Don’t be fooled by roadside solicitors, stick to official scenic entrances 🔹Chaka Salt Lake: Wear sunglasses on sunny days! Bright-colored clothes make for great photos 🔹Mogao Caves: Book tickets one month in advance, choose the 9 AM slot for the best lighting 🔹Mingsha Mountain: Visit in the evening for the sunset, negotiate prices for camel rides - 🍜Northwest Food Recommendations: So good you won’t want to stop eating! 🍲Hand-grabbed Lamb: Tender and flavorful without a gamey taste, dip in chili powder for extra flavor 🥟Beef Noodles: Fresh and tasty broth, pair it with a marinated egg for perfection 🍢Grilled Lamb Skewers: Crispy outside, tender inside, roadside stalls rival famous restaurants 🍨Sweet Fermented Barley: A refreshing dessert made from fermented barley, worth a try - ⚠️Lessons Learned the Hard Way: Avoid these pitfalls! ❌Don’t trust roadside one-day tour ads, they can lead to trouble ❌Avoid intense physical activity in high-altitude areas, adapt slowly to altitude sickness ❌Respect local customs, don’t wear short skirts or shorts in temples ❌Don’t litter in the desert, protecting the environment is everyone’s responsibility