Just got back from Sanya, and I want to rant about the current situation in Sanya!

1. The recent weather in Sanya has really been quite average. Although it doesn't rain and there's sun at noon, it's always cloudy in the morning and afternoon, and the foggy weather really affects the experience of seeing the glass sea! 2. Sanya is not big, there's no subway, but the buses are quite convenient. They go to every tourist spot, so remember to do your research on the attractions before you go! 3. Accommodations in Sanya are mainly distributed across four bays. If you want to stay in high-end hotels and experience a holiday vibe, go to Haitang Bay; hotels in Yalong Bay offer luxury sea view rooms; if you're on a budget, Dadonghai and Yalong Bay are close to the city center, with convenient transportation and easy access to food and entertainment! 5. If you're short on time, visiting either West Island or Wuzhizhou Island is enough. You can see the glass sea and enjoy the scenery of the small islands; go to West Island if you want to experience local customs and slow life, or choose Wuzhizhou Island for water sports! 6. Don't navigate directly to Yemeng Gallery, as it's 20 kilometers long. The point you reach by direct navigation is usually crowded, making it hard to take good photos. Navigate to Haiyun Hotel instead, where there's a large lawn, perfect for taking great photos on a sunny day and watching a stunning sunset! 7. Head out early to Nanshan Temple to easily find a parking spot and avoid the crowds. Besides seeing the 108-meter-tall sea-based Guanyin statue, you can also touch Buddha's feet, draw fortune sticks, copy scriptures for blessings, and get stamped. There are places in the scenic area where you can get free incense, and you must not wear revealing clothes! 10. Sanya's attractions are quite scattered, and the distances across bays are large. If you happen to be with a group of friends, renting a car for a self-driving tour is more experiential. Be sure to rent from a reputable platform and take a video of the car's condition before renting! 11. Visit the duty-free shop in the morning, you can start shopping when it opens at 10 am. It gets crowded in the afternoon, and you may have to queue for some popular brands! 8. There are many night markets in Sanya, and they are all pretty similar. Visit the one closest to you; if you're staying in Sanya Bay or Dadonghai, you can visit the First Market Night Market and Yiheng Night Market; if you're in Yalong Bay, you can visit Bohou Village Night Market, and if you're in Haitang Bay, Linwang Night Market is the place to go! 9. I don't recommend eating seafood at the night market, but the snacks are worth it! There are quite a few special foods in Sanya, and the ones I found tasty include Xiaobai's Oriental Roast Suckling Pig, Yanjiang Hainan Cuisine, Buzaike Seafood, and Qionger Zao Vinegar Coconut Chicken! 10. For local souvenirs, you can go to the supermarket at Shengli Square, which offers a wide selection and is reliable and affordable. For fruits, try Xinhong Port or the First Market, and don't be shy to bargain. Good vendors will offer you wholesale prices. For shipping, I suggest choosing the less ripe ones!