Trip Moments Recommendations
Haikou’s Luxury Gem
This CDF mall is located in Haikou city, Hainan. It offers a luxurious shopping experience with high-end brands like Gucci, Burberry, Prada…It is definitely the most beautiful mall I have ever seen in China.
The architecture is modern and elegant creating a sophisticated atmosphere. If you are looking for a plan in Haikou, this is a must visit for premium shopping!
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Recreates 1940s Looks in Movie Town
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My visit to Mission Hills Huayi Brothers Feng Xiaogang Movie Town was absolutely fantastic! The place is beautifully designed, transporting visitors back to the 1940s with its stunning vintage decor. The movie-themed attractions were incredible, offering a unique glimpse into Chinese cinema. One of the highlights was dressing up in a Chinese soldier costume—it made me feel like I was part of a historical film! The atmosphere was immersive, and every corner was perfect for photos. Highly recommend this place for movie lovers and anyone who enjoys nostalgic, themed experiences. A must-visit destination!
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No 1 Must Visit in Haikou
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My visit to Qilou Old Street in Haikou was an absolute delight—far more stunning than I ever imagined! The elegant arcades, blending Chinese and European colonial architecture, created a dreamy backdrop for photos at every turn. I couldn’t stop capturing the charming pastel buildings, vintage shopfronts, and lively street scenes. Beyond its beauty, the ambiance was magical—sipping coffee in a century-old café, browsing artisan boutiques, and soaking in the nostalgic atmosphere felt like stepping into another era. The mix of history, culture, and photogenic charm made it unforgettable. A hidden gem I’d revisit in a heartbeat!
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Amazing Beautiful Hotel in Haikou
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My stay at the InterContinental Haikou was absolutely exceptional! The prime location along the stunning coastline offers breathtaking ocean views, especially from my seaview room —waking up to the sight of waves was pure bliss. The swimming pool, overlooking the South China Sea, was the perfect place to unwind under the sun. The hotel’s luxurious amenities, impeccable service, and elegant design made every moment memorable. Whether enjoying gourmet dining or a sunset stroll on the nearby beach, this hotel exceeded all expectations. A flawless blend of relaxation and sophistication—I can’t wait to return!
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Dont miss the Iconic of Haikou
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The Haikou Clock Tower is a charming historic landmark, standing tall as a symbol of the city’s rich heritage. Its elegant European-inspired design, with a classic four-faced clock and red-brick base, contrasts beautifully with Haikou’s modern skyline. Located near the bustling Qilou Old Street, it offers a nostalgic glimpse into Haikou’s past while serving as a picturesque photo spot. The surrounding palm trees and ocean breeze add to its scenic appeal, making it a favorite for both tourists and photographers. Whether by day or illuminated at night, the Clock Tower is a timeless piece of Haikou’s cultural charm.
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Haikou Yundong Library: Iconic Design, Beachfront Beauty
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I never expected such a unique building to be a library! Haikou Yundong Library is a breathtaking architectural masterpiece, with its futuristic wave-like design and seamless blend of modernity and nature. The open, light-filled spaces, curved bookshelves, and floor-to-ceiling windows create an awe-inspiring atmosphere. Its stunning beachfront location adds to the charm, making it a dreamy Instagram hotspot—perfect for capturing golden sunsets over the ocean. Who knew a library could be this photogenic? A true hidden gem that surprises and delights visitors with its innovative design and serene beauty. A must-visit for architecture lovers and bookworms alike!
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Must Visit : HCC on Haikou Bay
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HCC Mall (Haikou City Center) is a shopper’s paradise with top international and local gourmet dining, and entertainment! The sleek, modern design makes it a stylish hotspot, while the cinema and family-friendly activities add extra fun. Nearby, the stunning Haikou Bay offers a relaxing escape with its palm-lined promenade, perfect for sunset strolls or cycling. The bay area also features chic cafes and open-air bars with ocean views. Whether you crave luxury shopping, delicious food, or seaside leisure, HCC Mall and Haikou Bay deliver an unbeatable mix of urban excitement and coastal charm. A must-visit in Hainan! 🛍️🌊✨
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A Journey Through Time at Clouscape Library
My recent visit to the Clouscape Library was nothing short of magical. Nestled in the heart of Haikou, this architectural marvel feels like stepping into another dimension. The library's design is inspired by the concept of a wormhole, merging the futuristic with the ancient. As I wandered through its twisting corridors, I couldn't help but feel like I was walking through time itself.
The atmosphere is serene, with towering bookshelves filled with knowledge waiting to be discovered. The most intriguing feature? The wormhole-themed rooms that shift between space and time. Each corner has something unique — from quiet reading nooks to interactive exhibits blending technology and history.
Whether you're a book lover or an architecture enthusiast, Clouscape offers a truly immersive experience. It’s a place where learning and wonder collide, making it a must-visit spot for any traveler.
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A Must-Visit Night Market in Haikou! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Had an amazing time at 📍Haida Night Market (海大夜市) in Haikou! The atmosphere was lively, packed with locals and tourists alike, all drawn by the incredible variety of food.
From fresh seafood to sizzling BBQ skewers, tropical fruit desserts, and local Hainan specialties, every stall had something tempting. I especially loved the coconut desserts—so refreshing in Haikou’s warm weather! Prices were reasonable, and the vendors were friendly.
If you love night markets and street food, this is a must-visit spot in Haikou. Come hungry and be ready to explore!
#travel #china #thingstodo #haikou
Mission Hills Shopping Mall
Mission Hills shopping mall is the best place to shop in town! It has many well-known brands such as Adidas, Converse, Nike, North Face, Puma… The stores always have great discounts, so you can find awesome deals every time you visit.
The shopping area is big and easy to walk around, and there are lots of places to eat if you need a break. The atmosphere is good and is not too crowded.
Whether you’re looking for clothes, shoes, duty free products, or something special, Mission Hills Shopping mall is the place to go!
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Swan Lake Animal Base.
Swan Lake Animal Base, 天鹅湖动物基地, is located in Haikou, Hainan province. It’s an ecological park where you can see many animals, including capybaras, big turtles, swans, monkeys, and alpacas. The park is big, and it’s a fun place for families, especially with young kids.
It is easy to spend around 2-3 hours there. Most of the animals walk around freely and visitors can get closer to them and even feed some of them.
Overall, it’s a great activity to do in Haikou.
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#2024mapped #hainan #hainanisland #china #familytrip #zoo #familytravel #haikou #animals
Sky-High Dining at Sofitel Haikou.
I had a wonderful experience at Sofitel’s restaurant located on the 35th floor.
The views are absolutely spectacular, specially at night with the skylights.
The ambience is elegant and peaceful, providing a perfect setting for any occasion. The menu offers a nice variety of beverages and food. You can enjoy your meal either indoors or outdoors, depending on your preferences.
If you are looking for a special place to celebrate an occasion, this restaurant is a fantastic choice.
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#2024mapped #haikou #sofitel #hotel #restaurant #china #hainan #hainanisland
🇨🇳 Hai Di Lao is a must!
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I have to come to Hai Di Lao when I am on a trip to China. Sometimes when I go overseas and I want to eat hot pot and I also will locate a Hai Di Lao. This is my travel checklist and I love their food and service. Even if you dine alone at a hot pot place, it is totally fine too and they staff will even present you an eating partner to dine with you. Your needs are taken care of here by the staff from the moment you arrive at Hai Di Lao. There are many pulling factors to dine at Hai Di Lao as there are many complimentary value added service. This is the HDL outlet at Haikou seaview International plaza.
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🇨🇳 Hotel Atour at Haikou Qilou Old Street
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Welcome to Haikou Qilou Old Street, this is the famous heritage street and it is a place to visit for all tourists. In this area, there are many small scale hotels and most of them occupy a few floors in the building. Some popular hotel franchises also have setup their hotels here and I want to introduce this Atour Haikou at Qilou Old street. You can easily find Atour hotels all over China and they are a no frills hotel with comfortable and clean rooms. Locate the main building and once you enter you can check the directory and follow the signs to the elevator. Sometimes, you might have to transfer elevators to another building but this is acceptable. Some boutique hotels are not so straightforward to navigate. But once you arrive, it is worth it because the views at this hotel is awesome.
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Natural cave on the beach!
When I first learned about the cave, I saw surprised to learn how close it is to my hotel! In the little town nearby there are beautiful hotels, amazing beaches and so many restaurants to choose from!
Finding the cave wasn’t that easy but I will share the location for your convenience. There is a small carpark and then a shuttle takes you down to the beach. The beach is quiet and leads directly to the cave.
📍Address: Shanqinwan seallow cave, Wanning
🏎 Getting there from Wanning train station is 40 km away and from Qionghai train station is 39 km away.
🕰Business Hours: The shuttle to and from the beach generally tuns 08:00 to 17:30 daily
💰Average Price per Person: 50RMB
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The early bird catches the sunrise!
📍 Photo 1:
This is an early morning sunrise, after camping on the beach for the night on the qingshuiwan beach in Lingshui. The awesome thing about the beach is, it’s clean, big , has some trees to shelter from the sun and ablution facilities are a short walk away. Sunrise started just after 05:30 in the morning.
🏎 Getting there from Lingshui railway station is 28 km away and from 37 km from Yalongwan station
📍 Photo 2&3:
These were taken on the famous monkey island in Lingshui. There are a few hundred monkeys ranging in size and breed. They are used to people and taking photos of them is easy. They have their own swimming pool too! I never knew monkeys like to swim unit I saw it with my own eyes!
🏎 Getting there from Lingshui station is 18 km, and 48 km from Yalongwan station. It is also only 15 km from qingshuiwan beach!
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Waterfall in a crater shape!
Hidden between the peaks of a mountain, you will find a little wooden arch with a sign hammered to it, showing a path. Walking down the path there are wooden steps and handrails. At the bottom it appears similar to a volcanic crater but there is a waterfall enclosed between lush trees.
Follow the path and you can stand behind the waterfall! A really awesome spot to spend the day having a picnic!
The roads leading to the mountains are quiet, long and wide, perfect for jumping photos!
📍Address: Shibi waterfall, Qionghai
🏎 Getting there from Qionghai train station is 34 km, and 62 km from Wanning train station
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A hidden gem in Sanya!
Sanya is a vast area to cover, with massive tourist attractions to tiny villages. A lot has been published by online personalities but his particular location hasn’t been!
Quiet enough for a peaceful, relaxing holiday. Hotels overlooking the ocean with jacuzzi’s and bathtubs watching the sunset in the comfort of your own space, what more can you ask for?
I love to visit this little town because it’s absolutely gorgeous, has everything you need and it’s still quite undiscovered.
📍Address: DaodeCun, Sanya
💞Reasons to Recommend: Local Chinese and western food options available
🏎 Getting there from Sanya tran station is 24 km away and 52 km from Ledong train station
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An island off the main island!
A bucket-list location to every photographer in Hainan! This is called Boundary island. It’s literally on the boarder between Lingshui and Wanning but falls under Lingshui county.
On the island there are many bungalows to rent, coffee shops, restaurants, a dolphin show and a lot of water-sports.
Diving just off the island there is an underwater world stacked with statues and other items for divers to see. The water is clear and divers have great visibility!
The photos were taken at the back end of the island, a have to visit spot for beautiful sunrise photos!
📍Address: Fenjiezhou dao, Lingshui
🗓Itinerary Scheduling: Riyuewan is close by for a great holiday alternative.
⛴️ The island can only be reached by a short ferry ride
🏎 Getting there from Wanning train station is 37km away, from Lingshui train station its 18 km away, and Riyuewan is only 8km away.
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Little Bali in Hainan!
Little Bali village in Hainan is a great place to visit for the day! It’s a great imitation of Bali.
There are many information boards at the entrance showing the history of cooperation with Bali for coco trees, coffee and other trades.
👗traditional Balinese dresses can be rented or purchased for beautiful photos.
🥨 Locally made snacks can be enjoyed under the lush trees with a cup of coffee or fresh coconut
The famous gate was also imitated.
📍Address: Balicun, Wanning, Hainan
🕰Business Hours: 07:30 - 17:30 daily
💞Reasons to Recommend: There are many things to see around including staying at a Glamping park for the night.
🏎 Getting there from Wanning train station is only 27 km away and 44 km from Lingshui train station
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Join the joyride! Fun for all, get your tickets!
Photo1:
On the beach in Houhai village, one can easily have beautiful photos, creating your own photo frames with flames! The tip end of the chain produces sparks as you swing.
📍Address: Houhai village, Sanya, Hainan
🏎 Getting there from Yalong station usually only takes 30min!
Photo 2:
As the sun sets in we all share a commonality: a sense of belonging. Bbq on the beach under a tarp, on the beach in Laocheng is the perfect way to end the day! Friends, fun and delicious food!
📍Address: yongqinghouhai, chengmai, Haikou, Hainan
🏎 Getting there from Haikou city is easy by train and then bus or by Grab or taxi, from the Haikou east train station it should take 30-40 minutes
Photo 3:
All you need is a bicycle, chair, fishing rod and bait. It’s peaceful fishing and watching the sunset. Many go home with something for the pot but if you go empty handed, you had a relaxing afternoon.
🏎 Getting there from Haikou city is easy by train and then bus or by Grab or taxi, from the Haikou east train station it should take 30-40 minutes
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Let’s go fishing 🎣
Road-tripping in Hainan is easy now as any overseas car license can be converted to a temporary driving license. So, driving around the island, there is an area called Wenchang. This area is quite spectacular as it also is home to an international space station.
Many people enjoy fishing from the beach and others are creative with a big polystyrene float and fishing nets. Using the float as a paddle board, its easy to go fishing for the sunset time!
The local fishermen supply the beach front restaurants with the catch of the day, fresh and delicious seafood!
🏖BAmbiance/Facilities: next to the beach, there are coconut stands where you can enjoy a cold coconut under the palm trees!
📍Address: Huxingang haixiancheng
💰Average Price per Person: 100-150 RMB
💞Reasons to Recommend: The nearest photo attraction is Mulan bay, it is approximately 7-12 minutes drive. There are beautiful beaches and vendors late afternoon. In the distance it’s also possible to see the wind power generators.
🏎 Getting there from Haikou east train station is about 80km away.
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A peek into history, what stories can the walls tell?
This was a funny story! I looked online for abandoned buildings in Hainan, and found this gem! Upon arrival the first time I was denied entry as they are planning to restore the building as it was classified as a historical site. Returning one year later, the local vilagers told me the project has been stopped until further notice and I can enter the building for photos.
What I saw is the most beautiful arches, overgrown stairs and the perfect contrast for the lens! I should have taken people with for portraits but I am glad to share the location with you to take stunning photos!
This is located in the Wenchang district of Hainan.
📍Address: Fujiazhai, Wenchang.
🏎 Getting there from Wenchang train station is only 14km away
💰Average Price per Person: FREE
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On the edge of magnificence!
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This is one of my bucket list locations when road tripping on the island of Hainan! The Lingshui area of Hainan is rather big, but nearly in the middle of the beach point, is a mountain behind it called Hong Jiao Ling. From the edge of the cliff, you can see two of the iconic beaches of Lingshui. It is absolutely perfect for paragliding, camping, watching the sunrise or sunset!
Spending time with the loved ones on the mountain with fresh air, is all you need for a perfect night in the tent!
💞Reasons to Recommend: It is great for hiking or driving up with the car.
💞Reasons to Recommend: It is close to the nearby beachside town for food supplies
🏎 Getting there from Lingshui train station is only 25 minutes’ drive. From Wanning train station would take 1 hour or more.
💰Average Price per Person: FREE
🏖BAmbiance/Facilities: Paragliding is booked online in advance.
📍Address: 海南省陵水市红角岭
It is only 10 minutes drive from Perfume bay!
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Are you short enough for a Hobbit House?
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This little hidden gem is located in Linggao, near the beach. It is on a commercial property, behind the grandpa tea stores. Locally grandpa tea is called “lao ba cha”. There is an old minivan, a lake, some glamping tents to enjoy afternoon sundowners and the hobbit house.
These are all great for portrait photography!
💞Reasons to Recommend: It is a very short drive from the famous volcanic beach! This beach had an active volcanic spurt many years ago and the sea level crater can be seen, and you can walk on it!
A great day out!
🏎 Getting there from Haikou is either a car 1h:30 or from the Linggao train station it will take about 30min.
💰Average Price per Person: FREE
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The floating fishing Village
#beachcheck
I love visiting the floating fishing village during the late afternoon because it has the fresh catch of the day. The nearby restaurants on the beach can cook it for you in your preferred style, grilling, frying or boiling in a soup. This village once was bigger than it is now but what is remarkable about it is that every family lives on their floating home! Below their home they have their nets where they keep their catch of the night to sell the fish to the local restaurants or markets in the morning.
💞Reasons to Recommend: The local people in the village are friendly and always eager to let you choose from their selection!
🏖BAmbiance/Facilities: If you have the day to spend, take the cable car over to Monkey Island!
🏎 Getting there from Lingshui train station is a short drive or taxi ride.
💰Average Price per Person: FREE
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Hidden Gem: The Love Shack!
#beachcheck
Many people do not know where this little blue house, named “The Love Shack” is located. During the summer of 2022 it was a popular photography location for the locals but since then, the audience has been less, to the point where it is deserted. Next to this little blue house there is another little house built from rocks. It has many wooden slats hammered to the walls.
💞Reasons to Recommend: What I love most about it is there is a tide pool a few meters from it and sitting in the fresh ocean water, watching as the waves crash into the walls is a beautiful sight to see!
💰Average Price per Person: FREE
🏎 Getting there from Sanya or Haikou is fairly easy. Take the train to Lingshui station and then a taxi to the beach!
#islandlife #island #china #hainan #lingshui #sanya #haikou #mytravelhacks #historicallandmarks #localguides #familytrip #trip #instatravel
Celebrating farmers day!
#100WaysOfTravel
Farmers are often overlooked in our daily lives, a very short distance outside of Haikou city, many farmers welcome visitors to learn from the growing process of fresh produce!
These photos were taken on a hot summer’s day next to the rice paddy fields and chili pepper farms. Stopping next to the road, we were offered a taste of the local Hainan chili peppers. They are mighty spicy and is packed with flavor.
If you are on a road trip in Hainan, do visit the fresh produce farms and spend some time with the local farmers, they are friendly and welcoming!
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Overnight in a teardrop!
#100WaysOfTravel
Do you want to embrace nature, sit under the stars and enjoy fresh air for a night or weekend? Situated next to the famous Hainan Nanfu reservoir, is a family-owned glamping spot. There are standard tents, bungalows, and tear drop style tents. Each fitted with an adjoint private bathroom, it is the ideal romantic getaway! At night time, the stars are clearly seen with the ambiance of nature sounds.
🏎️Driving from Haikou city it is under one hour away
Reservation is done by online booking
🍔It is self-catering unless arranged with the owner to supply fire wood and meat for grilling
🚣♂️Paddle boards are available for rent
🎣Fishing lovers can also embrace the waters with their hooks and rods.
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Clear your mind, get a villa for the weekend!
#100WaysOfTravel There is a very quiet villa literally within a stone trow away from the beach in Hainan! Situated on the west of the island, there is a beautiful beach almost unknown to tourists. It is called Qiziwan.
The water is crystal clear and for the three seasons of the year excluding winter, the water is warm!
The closest town to the villa has everything you need, bbq shops, local grocery shops and supplies needed for a relaxing holiday!
This is my go-to place when I want to get away, clear my mind and be in a remote location, away from the city noise! What makes this also an attractive place is just down the road there is a beach coffee shop with a treehouse for kids to play in. This is also the location where a Chinese film was produced.
The villa has many apartments available for short and long-term rental.
Check it out!
🏎️ Own transportation is recommended!
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