Saturday, February 14, 2026

What Is Nipah Virus — and Why Is It...

What is Nipah virus and why is it in the news? A clear explainer on the recent cases in India, China’s travel health advisory, symptoms, risks, and what travelers should know ...

Travelling by Train in China? You Can Now Send...

Learn how China’s new “Light Travel” service lets train passengers send luggage to or from the station, making high-speed rail travel easier—now available in Hainan ...

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 ...
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Qingming Festival 2025: Holiday Schedule, Traditions, and Toll-Free Travel

Qingming Festival 2025 offers a three-day holiday from April 4 to April 6. Small cars and passenger vehicles enjoy toll-free expressway travel during this period. Discover traditional activities and upcoming holiday schedules ...

Qingming Festival 2025: Holiday Schedule, Traditions, and Toll-Free Travel

Qingming Festival 2025 offers a three-day holiday from April 4 to April 6. Small cars and passenger vehicles enjoy toll-free expressway travel during this period. Discover traditional activities and upcoming holiday schedules ...

China’s 2025 Public Holidays: Longer Breaks and More Travel...

Mark your calendars! The next public holiday in China is Qingming Festival, with a three-day break from April 4 to April 6. The best part? There are no work schedule adjustments ...

Hainan primary and secondary schools to start summer vacation...

Hainan's primary and secondary schools will commence their summer break on July 13th, following regulations from the Ministry of Education ...

Back to the Grind: Next Holiday is Dragon Boat...

No more snooze button! With the May Day holidays firmly in the rear-view mirror it's time to buckle up and get back to the grind. Oh, and heads up, there's a change in the work schedule for May 11th (Saturday).

2024 Work Calendar Released: Should Your Holiday Overtime Earn...

As 2024 approaches, how much overtime should you get paid during holidays? The 2024 'Overtime Pay Edition' calendar is out! Find out if your work on rest days deserves 200% or 300%.

Notice for New Year’s Day 2024 holiday arrangements!

The holiday schedule for New Year's Day in 2024 has been released. As per the announcement from the General Office of the State Council, the holiday period spans from December 30th, 2023 (Saturday) to January 1st, 2024 (Monday), allowing for a total of 3 days of vacation.

Winter Vacation Dates announced for Hainan Schools 2024!

Save the Dates: Get ready to plan some family time as the winter vacation is scheduled from January 27th to February 25th, 2024, encompassing a 29-day break

8 days off: 2023 Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day...

Plan for your 8-day holiday as we gear up for the 2023 Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day celebrations. Vacation from September 29th to October 6th and back to work on October 7th.

Upcoming Holidays in Hainan for Everyone to Look Forward...

We have passed the halfway mark in May here in Hainan Island, and if you’re anything like me, you’re already glancing at your calendar, eagerly anticipating the next holiday. Thankfully we have upcoming holidays in the months of June and July so, here's what you need to know:

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