Raffles, Van Gogh's palette has been overturned...
by REX HOLLOWAY
Feb 8, 2025
Attraction Recommendations
- Boundary Island: China's first island-type national 5A-level tourist attraction with crystal-clear waters, one of Hainan's best diving spots offering experiences like scuba diving, flyboarding, and jet skiing.
- Clearwater Bay Tourist Area: Features "singing sands" with fine textures, plus iconic lighthouses from movies "Lost in the Stars" and "The Invisible Guest." Enjoy a mini train ride and visit the Jianjian Café.
- Nanwan Monkey Island Eco-Tourism Zone: Take a cross-sea cable car to witness the spectacular harbor view with thousands of sailing boats. The island is home to over a thousand macaques and hosts entertaining monkey shows.
- Hainan Ocean Happy World Resort: A national 4A-level scenic spot with five themed zones and eight pavilions. One ticket grants access to explore the mysterious underwater world, dreamy South China Sea train, and romantic Eye of the South China Sea.
Dining Recommendations
- Li Bamboo·Hainan Private Cuisine: Located at Dongrong Global Food Court in Clearwater Bay, this artistically decorated restaurant serves exquisite Hainan private dishes.
- Hongsha Seafood Market·No-Fail Seafood: Also at Dongrong Global Food Court, offering fresh, same-day delivered seafood that's plump and delicious.
- Coconut Chicken·Wang Xiaoju: A brand invested by Wang Sicong, serving perfectly proportioned coconut chicken at Dongrong Global Food Court.
- Sour Noodle King: Highly popular with rich toppings, a large bowl costs only 13 yuan, and many customers take extras to go.
Accommodation Options
- Luxury: Raffles Hainan Clearwater Bay, featuring Southeast Asian charm and direct access to the "singing sands."
- Family-Friendly: V Peaks Hainan Clearwater Bay Hotel with indoor playgrounds, sky pools, and outdoor water parks; Hyatt Regency Hainan Ocean Happy World Resort offers exclusive park entry and fireworks views.
- Scenic Views: Westin Hainan Blue Bay Resort, where balconies face the ocean for breathtaking sea views.
Transportation Guide
- External: Arrive via Sanya Phoenix International Airport or Haikou Meilan International Airport, then take a high-speed train or bus to Lingshui.
- Internal: Buses in Lingshui town reach major attractions, like Bus 80 to Xincun. Taxis, rentals, or shared bikes are convenient, especially near town centers and key scenic spots.
Itinerary Suggestions
- Blue Coastal Route: Clearwater Bay Tourist Area → Chiling Dan Fishing Village → Hainan Ocean Happy World → Dan Fishing Village Night Market → Boundary Island.
- Green Mountain Route: Cloudy Ox Ridge Coffee Estate → Hongjiao Ridge → Coconut Island → Mangrove National Wetland Park.
- Family Fun Route: Boundary Island → Nanwan Monkey Island → Dan Fishing Culture Museum → Hainan Ocean Happy World → Letian Turtle Farm.
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