Thursday, December 18, 2025

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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The Yingdun Site Discovery: Unlocking Hainan’s Prehistoric Culture

The Yingdun archaeological site in Sanya’s Haitang District offers well-preserved evidence of Neolithic coastal settlement, including shell middens, pottery fragments, and stone tools dating back over 6,000 years ...

Cocktail Academy – Be Your Own Bartender

Join us at The Happy Monk HCC on March 7th from 8-9 pm for a special edition of Cocktail Academy! To celebrate International Women's Day, we will be making "goddess inspired" cocktails, thanks to our sponsors, Lillet Rose. Register early for a free Lillet tote bag or hat ...

Binhai Avenue Road Surface Collapse Partially Swallows Dump Truck

A section of Binhai Avenue in Haikou experienced a road surface collapse during asphalt resurfacing work, partially swallowing a dump truck. Fortunately, no injuries or equipment damage were reported ...

Where to Go Paragliding in Hainan: See the Island...

Hainan, known for its tropical climate and diverse landscapes, is an excellent destination for outdoor activities and one of the newest attractions for adventure enthusiasts is paragliding …

Hainan is Fast Becoming A Strategic Gateway for International...

With RCEP covering 30% of global GDP and 2.3 billion consumers, Hainan is emerging as a prime gateway for international businesses seeking seamless access to this massive market ...

Hainan: Foreign companies can now engage in trade in...

Foreign enterprises are allowed to directly engage in service trade in Hainan without setting up a local business entity ...

Norovirus Outbreaks: Authorities in Multiple Regions Issue Warnings

Norovirus, one of the most contagious viruses, is currently spreading in several regions throughout China with warnings issued in Multiple Regions about its high infection rates …

Hainan Province Complete 2025 Exam Timetable

On February 22, the Hainan Provincial Examination Authority released the 2025 exam calendar, specifying the exam dates, responsible offices, and consultation phone numbers ...

New Direct Flight Connects Haikou to Tokyo

Hainan Airlines launched a new direct flight route between Haikou and Tokyo Narita, starting February 3rd, 2025. This is the first non-stop service connecting Haikou to Japan ...

One-Armed Captain Xu Jingkun Makes History in Vendée Globe...

Chinese sailor Xu Jingkun, known as the 'One-Armed Captain,' completed the 2024-2025 Vendée Globe aboard the 'SINGCHAIN China Dream Team vessel, Haikou', making history in the legendary solo, non-stop, round-the-world race ...

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