Zhanjiang is rolling out a range of special discounts and benefits to salute military personnel for the upcoming Army Day on August 1st. This coastal city has prepared a series of privileges for active and retired service members to express its gratitude.
Let's explore the various offers available.
Free Entry to Huguangyan
Huguangyan Scenic Area is offering a special military benefit, inviting all service members to visit this world-class maar lake for free. The offer is valid on August 1, 2026, for all active and retired military personnel across the country. To gain free entry, which waives the main gate ticket, individuals must present their valid ID. Acceptable documents include military officer cards, non-commissioned officer cards, conscript cards, armed police ID, military academy student ID, and the "PRC Veterans Preferential Treatment Card" (in either electronic or physical form). Please note that the pass is for personal use only and cannot be transferred. This benefit covers only the first admission ticket; secondary consumption items such as scenic area shuttles and boat rides are not included.
Bay Cruise at a Special Rate
This summer, enjoy a sea date in Zhanjiang's harbor on the White Dolphin cruise ship. Take in the views of Zhanjiang Bay, the grand military port, and the bustling cityscape from the water. Active and retired military personnel can purchase a special ticket at the on-site counter for just RMB 81 per person, granting random access to either the first or second deck. Accompanying family members or guests of a service member can buy tickets at a 50% discount off the standard price. This offer is valid from July 31 to August 2. Valid ID must be shown for on-site purchase and verification. This offer cannot be combined with other promotions, redeemed for cash, or exchanged for change.
Electronics and Appliance Deals for Military
The Zhanjiang Municipal Bureau of Commerce, the Zhanjiang Municipal Veterans Affairs Bureau, and the Zhanjiang Federation of Trade Unions are jointly guiding JD.com Wuxing Electric Appliance Group Zhanjiang Co., Ltd. to secure resources from JD.com's headquarters for a special military event. On August 1st, at the iDM Minsheng Huanyu Tiandi in Xiashan District, JD.com Wuxing Electric Appliance Zhanjiang Co., Ltd. (the first self-operated JD.com store in western Guangdong) will host the event. The offer includes trade-in subsidies for six categories of home appliances (refrigerators, washing machines, TVs, air conditioners, water heaters, and computers) that meet Level 1 energy or water efficiency standards, offering a 15% rebate on the final selling price. For four categories of digital and smart products (mobile phones, tablets, smartwatches, and smart glasses) with a unit price not exceeding RMB 6,000, a 15% subsidy is also available. Each product category is limited to one item per person, with a maximum subsidy of RMB 1,500 for home appliances and RMB 500 for digital items. Additional "Guangdong Premium Purchase" subsidies offer up to RMB 1,000 off for robotic vacuum cleaners and kitchen stoves, and up to RMB 500 off for rice cookers, water purifiers, sterilizers, and dishwashers. Electronics over RMB 6,000 can receive a maximum discount of RMB 500. In-store, customers can combine national or provincial subsidies with JD.com's own discounts. Other perks include a "Check-in Gift" for posting a review on Xiaohongshu, a 58-yuan coupon for 3C digital purchases, a 95% discount on appliance purchases over RMB 999, and a lucky draw for purchases over RMB 999. Nearly 200,000 products are available in this promotion.
Special Banquets to Honor Military Glory
The Zhanjiang Lanyue Bay Hot Spring Scenic Area has crafted three exclusive banquet packages for Army Day, suitable for comrades' reunions, military-police team building, and military-themed family dinners. The first option, the "Military Reunion Banquet" at RMB 1,588 per table, is a classic, cost-effective choice for small gatherings. The "Glory & Honor Banquet" at RMB 1,888 per table upgrades the offerings and is ideal for mid-sized team building. The "Grand Ceremony Premium Banquet" at RMB 2,388 per table features premium seafood like abalone and grouper, designed for high-end celebrations. A special buffet is also available at RMB 168 per person for groups of 30 or more. Advance booking is required due to the holiday rush. For inquiries and reservations, contact Supervisor Chen at 13420130058.
Special Hotel Packages for Comrades
Zhanjiang Junda Nanjiang Hotel is offering a special rate of RMB 150 for standard double or single rooms for military personnel with valid ID, with a 50% discount on other room types. A 20% discount is also available on all food and beverage bills. Zhanjiang Rongyue Ting Hotel offers a rate of RMB 200 for standard rooms for military personnel, with other room types at 50% off the listed price. Furthermore, from August 1 to August 31, 2026, Nanjiang Hotel has a special dining voucher promotion: for every RMB 100 spent, guests receive RMB 100 in vouchers (five vouchers of RMB 20 each). Each voucher can be used on a minimum consumption of RMB 100, and they cannot be combined with other offers or used on special menu items or banquets of three tables or more.
These heartfelt benefits represent the city's deep respect for the heroes who guard the nation's mountains, rivers, and homes.
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