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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 ...

How to Book Overnight Train Tickets from Sanya to...

As of July 1st, 2025, China Railway has implemented a new train schedule that significantly improves connectivity between Sanya and Shenzhen. The Z8006/7 and Z8008/5 trains, have been extended to reach Sanya Station, providing an overnight journey between these two major cities ...

How to Dodge the Worst of May Holiday Traffic...

Plan your May Day trip smartly! Avoid traffic jams on Hainan highways with peak travel tips, scenic detours, and travel advice for a smooth holiday ...
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ADEX Asia Diving Expo will be held in Hainan next year

The renowned dive-industry exhibition Asia Dive Expo (ADEX) is set to land in Hainan from October 30 to November 1, 2026, at the Hainan International Convention & Exhibition Center ...

Haikou Braces for Three Days of Heavy Rain as...

June 10 – According to the Haikou Meteorological Observatory, a tropical depression over the South China Sea is expected to strengthen into the season’s first typhoon within the next 24 hours ...

Hainan’s Global Connect Pilot: Easing Internet Restrictions to Boost...

Hainan's new Global Connect program lifts key internet restrictions for businesses, allowing access to global platforms like Google and YouTube. This strategic move supports the island's ambition to become a leading Free Trade Port by 2025 …

Investing in Haikou: How a 1.2 Billion Yuan Boost...

June 4, 2025, China’s Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development announced the selection of 20 cities to receive more than 20 billion yuan (approximately $2.78 billion) in central fiscal support for urban renewal ...

Tourist Dies After Suspected Snake Bite in Sanya

A 27-year-old woman died in Sanya, after being bitten by what experts believe was a venomous snake. The incident, which occurred shortly after midnight on June 2, 2025, has raised concerns about emergency response and medical readiness in the area …

Broadway’s Chicago Comes to Haikou

This June, Broadway’s legendary musical Chicago, known for its unique black-and-red aesthetic, captivating jazz music, and sensational dance sequences will arrive in Haikou for a dazzling performance at the Haikou Bay Performing Arts Center …

Delayed 2025 Hainan Typhoon Season: Clear Skies—Calm Before the...

With no typhoons by June, Hainan faces an unprecedented calm. But what’s driving the delay and how could it impact, farming, fishing, local weather and the months ahead ...

China’s 2025 Household Survey Unlikely to Involve Foreign Residents...

China's National Bureau of Statistics will conduct two rounds of household surveys in 2025. Here's what Hainan’s expat residents in Hainan need to know, and why most won’t be directly affected …

Between Land and Sea: Where Tides and Tradition Meet,...

Once an isolated fishing village, Bei Gang Island (北港岛) has blossomed into a popular tourism destination. Discover its unique history, vibrant mangrove ecosystems, traditional sea foraging, and resilient community spirit, all just a short drive from Haikou …

Dragon Boat Festival 2025 in Wuzhishan: Culture, Racing, and...

Experience the 2025 Dragon Boat Festival in Wuzhishan with traditional races, Li and Miao cultural events, rainforest tours, and interactive riverfront activities. Full event details available via the official WeChat account ...

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