Plan your South China dream trip with Cebu Pacific

MANILA, Philippines - A tour around Guangzhou, China blends age-old legend with modern, family-friendly entertainment. From pandas to temples, Guangzhou can very much be the family’s newest favorite vacation spot.

The vibrant city of Guangzhou is the capital of Guangdong province in Southern China. It is China’s largest commercial metropolis, and remains to be a stronghold of Chinese culture and history. Globetrotters and their tots can start charting their South China dream trip with an affordable and hassle-free flight via the Philippines’ largest national flag carrier, Cebu Pacific. The airline offers thrice weekly, great value flights to Guangzhou.

Families can amp up their travel by exploring China’s wild side at Guangzhou Zoo in Yuexiu District, which showcases wildlife — from reptiles, to birds to exotic animals. Perfect for the young and the young-at-heart, Guangzhou Zoo is one of China’s biggest zoos, letting families come face to face with rare animals endemic to China like giant pandas, golden monkeys, and the South China tiger.

Tourists can also catch mermaid shows, ocean creatures, performances and activities at the Guangzhou Ocean World situated within the zoo.

For the ultimate safari experience, families can head over to the world-class Chimelong Xiangjiang Safari Park also located in Fanyu District. Touted as the best and largest safari park in China, Xiangjiang Safari Park is home to more than 400 species and 20,000 wild animals. Kids will be delighted to find more than 70 white tigers, which make the park the largest white tiger breeding and exhibiting base in China.

For a more thrilling zoo experience, Chimelong Xiangjiang Safari park offers not only an educational venue for learning about wildlife conservation, but also lets visitors ride the Tenth Ring Roller Coaster. This coaster holds the world record for the most inversions. Other attractions at Chimelong Safari park include an international circus show featuring elephants and white tigers.

Families can roam the city and take in the expansive view of Guangzhou’s skyline and the Pearl River, China’s third largest river, from the soaring Canton Tower. One of China’s newest and most awe-inspiring mega structures, Canton Tower features an open-air observation deck where families can enjoy magnificent views of the city while planning their next adventure. The tower also offers guests a delicious dining experience with its selection of restaurants.

A must-visit for families craving fun entertainment is the Guangzhou Changlong Holiday Resort in Fanyu District. A venue for sightseeing, dining and performances, the vast entertainment park also houses Chimelong Happy World that offers shows and exhilarating rides, a crocodile park, and an international circus stadium. 

The whole troop can finish the action-packed day with a relaxing Pearl River Night Cruise. Setting adrift along Pearl River, the two-hour evening cruise lets families unwind after a breathtaking day and revel in Guangzhou’s nighttime architectural wonders. 

With Cebu Pacific, the entire family won’t have a hard time planning an exciting Guangzhou adventure that will fire up their imagination and build lasting memories. It’s time every Juan flies!