At lunchtime, the tourists arrived at the farmhouse inn. The table was laden with a sumptuous feast of local dishes, including tender stewed free-range chicken with mushrooms, crisp stir-fried vegetables, and soft, sticky sweet potato rice. All the dishes were made with ingredients grown in the village, retaining their original flavor and rich in nutrients. The tourists savored the food, praising it highly. One food enthusiast exclaimed, "This farmhouse food is so delicious! The ingredients are fresh, the cooking methods are authentic, and every dish is full of rich rural flavor. It's far more memorable than the food in those big hotels!" At the table, the tourists chatted happily with the innkeeper, asking about the cooking methods. The owner warmly answered their questions, and laughter echoed throughout the room.
In the afternoon, the tourists headed to the mountains behind the village. Following the winding mountain trails, they admired the beautiful scenery along the way. The mountains were lush with trees, the air was exceptionally fresh, and the melodious songs of birds filled the air. From the viewing platform, the tourists overlooked the entire village, with its well-arranged houses, meandering streams, and endless fields stretching as far as the eye could see, creating a picturesque pastoral scene. One photography enthusiast exclaimed excitedly, "This scenery is absolutely stunning! I must take many photos to capture this beautiful moment." At that moment, the tourists felt particularly relaxed, unwinding in the embrace of nature and experiencing the tranquility and beauty of the countryside.
However, the launch of the tourism project wasn't without its challenges. While the tourists were hiking, dark clouds suddenly gathered, the previously clear weather turned gloomy, and a light drizzle began to fall. This sudden change in weather caught everyone off guard. Lin Yue quickly organized the villagers to help. She directed villagers to lead the tourists to a nearby rest pavilion for shelter, while simultaneously distributing pre-prepared rain gear. Some villagers braved the rain to run back to the village, bringing clean towels and hot water for the tourists to wipe themselves dry and warm up. Lin Yue reassured the tourists, "Don't worry, this rain comes and goes quickly; it won't affect our itinerary." With Lin Yue and the villagers' efforts, the tourists gradually calmed down, and they listened to the villagers tell ancient legends while sheltering from the rain in the rest pavilion. A villager pointed to the distant mountain peaks and said, "Legend has it that a long, long time ago, a deity lived on this mountain. He often helped the villagers solve their problems. One year, the village suffered a severe drought, and the deity used his magic to make the mountain springs flow continuously into the village, saving the lives of everyone. From then on, this mountain has been regarded as our village's guardian mountain." The tourists listened with great interest, deeply attracted by these mysterious legends.
Besides the changing weather, during a visit to the cultural street, the electronic payment device at a specialty shop suddenly malfunctioned and could not accept payments. Tourists encountered difficulties purchasing souvenirs, creating an awkward situation. The shop owner anxiously sought help from Lin Yue. Lin Yue immediately rushed to the scene. She first apologized to the tourists, then quickly arranged for villagers to exchange their money for cash at the village store, temporarily resolving the payment problem. Simultaneously, she contacted technicians to arrive as soon as possible to repair the device. While waiting, Lin Yue chatted pleasantly with the tourists, introducing them to other attractions and activities in the village, easing their frustration.
The launch of the tourism project has had a profound and potential impact on the village's social structure and the villagers' lifestyles. Regarding cooperation, previously, villagers were mostly busy with their own farm work or other affairs, with relatively limited communication and collaboration. Now, for the smooth operation of the tourism project, villagers need to work closely together. For example, villagers responsible for reception, those performing folk programs, those running agritourism businesses and specialty shops, and those providing guidance at the agricultural experience park, have formed a close-knit team, cooperating and supporting each other. In terms of household income structure, many families previously relied mainly on agricultural planting or migrant work for income. Now, with the development of the tourism project, their income sources have become more diversified through operating guesthouses, agritourism businesses, and selling specialty handicrafts and agricultural products. Some families have seen a significant increase in income and a rise in their living standards. For example, Aunt Zhang, who runs an agritourism business, used to earn just enough to cover her family's basic expenses. Now, during the peak tourist season, her agritourism business is fully booked every day, and her income has increased significantly. She has not only improved her living conditions but also plans to send her children to better schools.
As the last rays of the setting sun bathed every corner of the village, the first day of the tour drew to a close. The tourists returned to the village entrance, their hearts filled with joy and satisfaction. They took photos with the villagers, expressing their love and gratitude for the rural trip. One tourist grasped Lin Yue's hand tightly and said, "This trip was truly wonderful! The natural scenery, cultural heritage, and the villagers' hospitality have left a deep impression on us. We will definitely recommend this place to more friends when we get back, so that more people can experience the charm of your village." Lin Yue smiled and replied, "Thank you so much for your recognition and support. We will continue to work hard and improve our tourism projects. We welcome you to come again next time."
Watching the tourists depart, Lin Yue and the villagers were filled with joy and pride. The launch of the tourism project that day was a complete success, showing them the enormous potential and bright future of rural tourism development in the village. Although some minor problems were encountered along the way, these could not overshadow the brilliance of success. Lin Yue knew that this was just the beginning, and there was still a long way to go. They needed to continuously improve and refine the tourism project based on tourist feedback, and enhance the quality of tourism services, in order to ensure the sustainable development of rural tourism in the village and truly make it a powerful driving force for the village's economic development and a shining example for the outside world.
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