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Expat Natt and Mew explore Sanya, Hainan, starting at Sanya Bay, where Natt orders food directly to the beach and notices baby crabs along the shore. They stay at the Crowne Plaza Sanya City Center, then drive to a large scenic park with a range of viewpoints and small entry charges for some areas. A short flying-car ride disappoints Natt on value. The trip continues to a fishing town, Dadonghai Beach, and Wuzhizhou Island, where they see beaches, coral reefs, wildlife, and tourist activities. Natt talks about persistent beach hawkers, skips a restaurant with high service charges, and warns about strong currents near the island's reefs.
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Sanya Bay and the hotel
Expat Natt's vlog follows a trip with Mew to Sanya on Hainan Island, often compared in the video to Hawaii. They start at Sanya Bay, where Natt enjoys the beach and orders food directly to the sand. She points out baby crabs near the shore and describes persistent hawkers, suggesting that solo visitors who prefer a quieter experience may choose a less crowded beach. The couple then checks into the Crowne Plaza Sanya City Center, where Natt shows a spacious room and balcony view. They drive in a rented BMW to explore the area.
At a large park, they visit scenic viewpoints and learn that some sections are free while others require a small fee for photography. They try a short flying-car ride, which Natt says was not worth its cost because it did not last long. Later they visit a small fishing town with a quaint feel and the smell of fish. Natt says there is not much to do in the town itself, but she likes the views and overall atmosphere. They find a cafe with a view that she recommends for sunset. The trip also includes water sports and wedding photo shoots.
Beaches and Wuzhizhou Island
The following day, Natt and Mew go to Dadonghai Beach, which they find beautiful. They choose not to eat at one restaurant because of high service charges. They continue to Wuzhizhou Island, where they find beaches, wildlife, coral reefs, and a peaceful atmosphere despite other tourists. Natt cautions viewers about strong currents and says not to swim where the water is unsafe. The trip ends with ice cream and a promise of more travel.
The vlog covers practical parts of a Sanya visit as well as the scenery: meals ordered at the beach, a resort stay, driving between sights, small park fees, local hawkers, and beaches with reef hazards. Natt notes that visitors can order food in many places, including the beach, and suggests checking current conditions before swimming. She also mentions using small buggies to move around large parks when time is limited and buying drinks from vending machines at tourist sites to save money.
FAQs (From the traveler's perspective)
- Q: Can you order food directly to the beach in Sanya?
- A: Natt does so at Sanya Bay and describes it as convenient. She also sees baby crabs along the shore and mentions hawkers who approach visitors.
- Q: What was the flying-car ride like?
- A: Natt says the ride was short and did not feel worth the cost. It was one activity during their visit to a large scenic park.
- Q: Is it safe to swim near Wuzhizhou Island?
- A: Natt warns about strong currents near the coral reefs and advises against swimming when conditions are hazardous. Visitors should check local warnings and respect the environment.
