Last year The Nanfang teamed up with Shenzhen Fresh to host the Endless Summer Beach Festival out at Xichong Beach, about 550,000 miles away from downtown Shenzhen (don’t quote me on that, but that’s what it felt like).

Xichong is a spectacular beach, and while making the 90 minute journey out there is well worth it, prepare to set aside at least a full half-day for the trip.

We expect many more people to be heading out to Xichong this Saturday for the soft opening of Barefoot Bar at St. Tropez Resort.  The bar – clearly a destination bar, as there isn’t much else nearby! – has its own private pool and terrace and serves up both western and Chinese fare.

If you’re interested in making the journey, a free bus will pick up partiers at Coco Park at 4pm on Saturday.  You can’t just show up though; you’ll need to call ahead to reserve a seat on the Barefoot Bar Party Bus (all the details can be found here.)

If you’re heading out that way this weekend, let us know how it is.  We’re looking forward to more spots in Xichong as the area begins to reach its full potential.