Sunrise at Haitang Bay in Sanya. [Photo provided to China Daily]

2 Hainan

A warm climate, sunshine and beaches await visitors on the tropical island of Hainan, which has always been an idyllic destination to escape the winter chill. Get tanned in Sanya and sip the fresh coconut juice -- this is what a holiday should be.

It’s worth noting that Hainan has made great strides toward the goal of becoming a world-class tourist destination. The lure of Hainan’s natural landscape and well-developed tourist facilities has also attracted numerous foreign visitors.