Hainan China Travel Guide
Coordinate your preparations chronologically to manage tasks effectively.
A breakdown of tasks from months to weeks before your journey.
Check your passport's validity (6+ months, 2 blank visa pages). Research visa requirements; start application if needed.
Reserve flights abroad to Haikou (HAK) or Sanya (SYX). Acquire comprehensive travel insurance from providers like World Nomads.
Consult your doctor for vaccinations and prescription medications.
Reserve hotels/resorts and internal flights/high-speed train tickets.
Sketch a rough itinerary. Acquire and install a reliable VPN service on all devices before leaving your home country.
Research Hainan's climate, local customs, and ideal visit times.
Double-check all bookings. Arrange local SIM/eSIM.
Set up WeChat Pay and Alipay, linking international credit cards. Download key applications.
Learn basic Mandarin phrases. Make and pack a first aid kit. Consider Eagle Creek packing organizers.
Secure these elements well in advance.
Gather knowledge to enrich your journey.
Steps to take for peace of mind back home.
Comprehensive planning lays the groundwork for an enjoyable and worry-free Hainan visit.
Steps for a seamless entry and exit.
Present your passport and visa (or visa-free documentation) to immigration officers. Follow procedures for fingerprint collection.
Retrieve your checked bags from the baggage claim.
If you purchased an eSIM, activate it. If you plan to buy a physical SIM, locate a provider's booth.
Utilize airport Wi-Fi to send arrival notifications to family/friends and access your mapping apps (though often requires local phone number login).
Withdraw a small amount of cash from an ATM if you need it, or double-check your WeChat Pay/Alipay are ready for use.
Follow signs for taxis, Didi pick-up points, airport buses, or the high-speed rail station to reach your accommodation.
Once you reach your accommodation, use mapping apps to grasp your immediate surroundings. Locate nearby convenience stores, pharmacies, and local eateries.
Familiarize yourself with your hotel's services, emergency exits, and local transport options.
Exchange a small amount of foreign currency at the airport for immediate needs, or use an ATM.
Acquire bottled water and any immediate necessities from a nearby convenience store.
Souvenir and Shipping: If you made duty-free purchases at the Sanya International Duty Free City, remember to pick up eligible items at the airport before your flight.
VAT Refund Procedures: Keep all eligible receipts and complete required forms at the airport's tax refund counter.
Efficient planning for both arrival and departure streamlines your travel experience in Hainan.
Fine-tuning your exit from Hainan.
details for a trouble-free exit.
Your Hainan journey concludes, leaving you with lasting impressions and experiences.
May your travels be filled with joy and discovery.
