Tuesday, January 13, 2026

Temporary Road Closures in Haikou for New Year’s Eve...

Several roads in Haikou will be subject to temporary traffic controls on December 31, 2025, due to a large New Year’s Eve concert being held in the city ...

A New Direct Flight Puts Hanoi Within Easy Reach...

Hainan Airlines has launched a direct Haikou–Hanoi route, with three weekly flights and a short evening schedule, offering a practical option for Spring Festival 2026 travel ...

China Updates Entry and Transit Policies for International Visitors

China has announced new entry and transit measures for international travellers, including expanded visa-free transit, more direct-transfer airports, online arrival filing, and upgraded clearance systems …

Hainan’s New Tourism Regulations: What You Need to Know

The Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) is about to see a major shift in how tourism is regulated. On December 1, 2025, a comprehensive new law, the Hainan Free Trade Port Tourism Regulations, will take effect, replacing the current provincial tourism ordinance ...
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2025 Hainan (Sanya) Marathon Set for December 28

Location: Sanya City
Date: December 28, 2025

The 2025 Hainan (Sanya) Marathon will hit the streets of Sanya on December 28, bringing with it elite competition, national recognition, and global exposure.

This prestigious event is Gold Label certified by the Chinese Athletics Association (CAA) and will follow Class A standards, making it one of the top-tier marathons in China. Finish times will be officially recorded in the CAA database, qualifying athletes for national road running rankings and even potential national record status.

Beyond the race itself, the marathon doubles as a high-profile showcase for Sanya, promoting the city through live broadcasts, media coverage, and social media buzz. National champions, star athletes, and major influencers are expected to take part—helping to amplify Sanya’s presence both across China and worldwide.

Want to join the race? Registration and participation details will be released soon via official channels. Stay tuned.

Related article: Registration Now Open – 2025 Hainan Rainforest Trail Run (WAXE 蛙壳)

Registration Now Open – 2025 Hainan Rainforest Trail Run (WAXE 蛙壳) – TropicalHainan.com
The WAXE · 2025 China (Hainan) Tropical Rainforest Trail Running Challenge is now accepting entries. Held deep in the lush Exianling Rainforest of Hainan’s Dongfang City, this isn’t your typical trail run, it’s an all-out immersion into tropical wilderness, raw endurance, and unfiltered beauty …
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Experience Hainan’s Intangible Heritage, One Weekend at a Time

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