Hainan Airlines. What rules apply in China regarding the transportation of luggage New shopping and entertainment complex on Hainan Island, Yalong Bay

Dear Colleagues!

We kindly ask you to warn passengers about the requirements of the Administration when booking air transportation on Hainan Airlines flights. civil aviation China (SAAS) when flying to/from/via China:

  • Matches, lighters and penknives are prohibited from being carried in checked baggage and hand luggage
  • Electronic devices that contain a lithium/lithium-ion battery, as well as spare and external lithium/lithium-ion batteries (limited to two per passenger), may only be carried in carry-on baggage, subject to battery energy limits (see below). ), their use during the flight is prohibited
  • Energy restrictions for lithium / lithium-ion batteries: batteries with an energy of less than 100 Wh can be carried without confirmation from the airline; batteries with energy from 100 Wh to 160 Wh can only be carried with confirmation from the airline; batteries with energy exceeding 160 Wh are prohibited for transportation
  • Devices Samsung Galaxy Note 7 is completely prohibited for transportation

According to the rules of the inspection and quarantine service of the PRC, it is prohibited to import/export fresh fruits, vegetables, meat and dairy products.

If the baggage does not comply with the rules described above, it may be detained by security or customs at the point of departure/arrival/transit in the territory of the PRC.

Passengers can find out more about the baggage rules on the website

New shopping and entertainment complex on Hainan Island, Yalong Bay

Dear friends!

A new one has opened a 5-minute drive from Yalong Bay shopping complex- YALONG BAY OUTLETS.

There are several restaurants on the territory of the complex where you can have a delicious meal and relax.

Ling Yi Mian Noodle

Tai Huo Thailand hot pot

China Line is a tour operator in China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, South Korea, Vietnam, Cambodia and Russia.

Romance Park Sanya - a new attraction of Hainan Island

New Theme Park in Sanya - Romance Park

We invite you to Yiwu - the world's largest center for the production of consumer goods!

New photo requirements for obtaining a visa to the PRC.

ATTENTION

Primary requirements:

Photo size 33 mm*48 mm.

The distance between the earlobes is 15-22 mm.

The distance from the bottom border of the photo to the chin is at least 7 mm.

The distance from the top of the head to the upper border of the photo is 3-5 mm

A clear color photo on a white background, without darkening or distortion of the face.

The mouth is closed, the eyes are open, and both ears should be visible. Glasses with clear frames only or without glasses (thin colored frames are not allowed). Jewelry is not allowed.

Head coverings: Only religious head coverings are allowed as long as they do not cover the face.

Photos that do not meet the requirements of the consulate will not be accepted. Beijing - Shanghai - Beijing 6 days / 5 days from $768

China Line is a tour operator in China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, South Korea, Vietnam, Cambodia and Russia.

If you have visited our website and are now reading this article, it means that you are soon planning to fly to us on the island of Hainan, relax in the sunny city of Sanya, chic Boao, business Haikou or the tropical part of the island, meditating on the springs or in the mountains. Or maybe, on the contrary, you return home with suitcases full of gifts and souvenirs and don’t know how many charging batteries (Power bank) you can take with you.

Before flying, of course, you should always check with your chosen airline about the rules and regulations for baggage and hand luggage, as each airline may have its own exceptions.

What can you take on board a plane in hand luggage:

1. Unless additional security measures are introduced, liquids with a total volume of 1 liter in 100 ml packages are allowed in hand luggage. Liquids include: water, drinks, creams, lotions, aerosols, gels, foams, pastes, etc. Cosmetics (mascara, lip gloss) are also liquids. But know that if your 200 ml shampoo bottle is half filled, then you cannot transport it. The exception is baby food needed by the child during the flight.

2. Aeroflot has recently allowed the carriage of small-sized devices for personal transportation on lithium batteries: unicycles, Segways (mini-Segways), hoverboards, hoverboards, electric scooters, but in a certain order. The lithium-ion battery must be removed from the device itself and carried separately in hand luggage, and the hoverboard itself (or other small personal mobility devices) must be checked in with luggage, but the main thing is that the power of such a battery does not exceed 160 watts per hour. If you have a built-in battery, then you cannot transport it this way; you must register the cargo with the airline as dangerous. It is also important to call the airline and report that you are carrying this device, they will tell you exactly what needs to be done with it, at least in Aeroflot and many others Russian airlines there is such a rule.

3. Valuables: documents, jewelry, equipment (phones, laptops). I’ll tell you even more, be sure to take these things with you and not leave them in your luggage. Protect yourself from unnecessary frustration and wasting time looking for your things, after all. You never know, one of the loaders will accidentally open your luggage and decide that “what’s dropped is gone” =)
4. Medicines that you will need during the flight. But when going through security, they may require you to prove that you will actually need these medications in the salon. Otherwise they may be confiscated. People with diabetes who may need insulin injections on the plane should have a certificate so that in case of questions, they can prove the need to have your medications on board the plane.
5. Baby cradle.
6. Crutches, which are absolutely necessary for the passenger to move (and not “I’m just taking a friend home, otherwise he’s pulled a ligament”).

7. Portable charger (Power bank). Such batteries can ONLY be taken in hand luggage. You cannot put them in luggage! If you check a Power bank in your luggage, you will have to turn your bag inside out at the airport to find and change it. All Russian and foreign airlines adhere to this rule.
I came across a situation where, in my presence at customs, people had their power bank taken away from them because there were no stickers indicating the battery power. Therefore, before going to the airport, I check whether the markings are present on my device, otherwise it has suddenly been erased. It is prohibited to carry on board an aircraft a power bank whose power exceeds 20,000 mA.
Always try to monitor the charge of your devices, because... At customs you may be asked to turn on your device. If it is completely discharged and does not work, they may decide that it is just a dummy and will be forced to say goodbye to it.

8. The following items with lithium batteries: phones, laptops, video cameras, watches, players, portable medical devices with a battery capacity of no more than 100 Wh. Such devices and equipment can and should be carried in hand luggage. And for other devices with a lithium-ion battery power exceeding 100 Wh, permission from the airline itself is required for transportation on the plane.

In addition to hand luggage and your luggage, you can take one copy of all the following items and items for free (i.e. one person can carry all this in addition to their hand luggage without paying):

  • handbag or briefcase;
  • folder for papers;
  • umbrella;
  • cane;
  • bouquet of flowers;
  • outerwear;
  • printed materials for in-flight reading;
  • cell phone;
  • camera;
  • camcorder;
  • laptop;
  • suit in a suitcase;
  • folding wheelchairs having dimensions that allow them to be safely placed in the aircraft cabin on a shelf above the passenger seat or under the seat in front of the passenger seat.

All listed items are not presented for weighing and are not subject to registration.

It is prohibited to carry dangerous objects and substances in the aircraft cabin and checked baggage: weapons, flammable substances and liquids, liquefied gases, explosives, toxic, radioactive, poisonous, caustic substances. This is obvious and does not raise questions. In hand luggage, you cannot carry piercing and sharp objects, which include seemingly harmless household items: a corkscrew, a metal file and nail clippers, scissors, tweezers, a straight razor, a folding knife. All this must be checked in as luggage. For example, an electric razor or a razor with replaceable units is allowed to be carried in hand luggage, and nail files are soft with rounded edges.

Animal products are NOT allowed on quite a few airlines. It could also be animal fur, Ivory, bear bile and much more.

Since March 2009, it is prohibited to import dairy and meat products into the territory of EU countries in checked luggage and hand luggage.

According to the rules, you can bring food with you, but it is not advisable, unless it is purchased at the waiting area for boarding the plane, after checking tickets and passport control. But many people bring a treasured sandwich or chocolate on board the plane. But be prepared for the fact that you will come across a hungry customs officer who will decide to keep your “Alyonka” for a short-lived memory (just kidding!).

It is PROHIBITED to carry strong-smelling fruits (for example, durian) or exotic fruits from different countries of the world that have themselves established such a rule (for example, jackfruit in China and India) in either hand luggage or checked baggage.

All current information about the rules for carrying hand luggage is posted on the websites of airports and airlines. Therefore, in order to avoid unpleasant situations at the airport, if you doubt “whether it’s possible to carry my samurai sword in your luggage,” then don’t be lazy and check with the airline you’re flying on.

What are the rules in China regarding the carriage of luggage?

Baggage transportation

International flights

Rules for the carriage of baggage on international flights are set by each airline and may vary. Also on terms and conditions acceptable standards influences the class of service chosen for traveling in China.

Most airlines provide the opportunity to carry 1 piece of baggage weighing from 20 kg to 32 kg free of charge for economy class passengers. We strongly recommend that you review this and other important information on your airline's official website.

After have a nice holiday and shopping in China, it is important that things purchased during the trip arrive safe and sound. The owner's full name must be indicated on each piece of luggage. Additional fees apply for baggage that exceeds airline limits. And if you plan to bring souvenirs big size You may find it more convenient to send them by mail.

Domestic flights

Standards and restrictions on baggage allowance on domestic flights in China also depend on the airline and class of service. In most cases, passengers are entitled to 1 piece of baggage that meets the requirements set by the airline.

Below is an example of the differences in weight restrictions depending on the class of travel:

  • Air China: 40 kg in first class; 30 kg in business class; 20 kg in economy class.

Hand luggage

International flights

Free baggage allowance in hand luggage also depends on the airline chosen. As a rule, luggage carried in hand luggage must be placed under the seat in front or in a special luggage rack. General permissible weight hand luggage can range from 2 to 8 kg depending on the airline and the class of service you choose.

First class passengers are often allowed to carry 2 pieces of hand luggage. All other passengers are entitled to only 1 piece of hand luggage and a personal item, such as a jacket. Additional fees apply for baggage that exceeds airline limits.

Acceptable dimensions of free checked baggage in hand luggage:

  • Air China: 55x40x20 cm
  • China Airlines: 56x36x23 cm
  • Delta: 56x35x23 cm

Domestic flights

Rules for domestic flights in China vary by airline. However, in general, size restrictions for carry-on baggage are usually the same as for international flights and also depend on the class you are traveling in.

Restrictions

In China, the following substances are prohibited from being transported in the luggage compartment:

  • Flammable, explosive, oxidizing, poisonous, toxic, radioactive
  • Weapons and sharp or dangerous objects

A tourist guide to China

Last modified: 02/07/2017

Before leaving for the airport

  1. Please check availability of the following documents:
    • international passport;
    • voucher;
    • insurance policy;
    • air ticket;
    • if necessary, notarized consent for the child’s departure in accordance with Art. 20 of the Federal Law "On the procedure for leaving Russian Federation and the procedure for entry into the Russian Federation" and a birth certificate.
    We recommend taking with you photocopies of your foreign and Russian passports, child’s birth certificate if you are flying with a child.
  2. Look at your airline ticket and check the airport and departure time.

Moscow airports

Last modified: 06/06/2016

Upon arrival at the airport:

Last modified: 11/05/2019

You need to arrive at the airport 2.5 hours before departure. Remember the norm free transportation baggage and surcharge for excess baggage. The tickets indicate local time. To board the flight you need:

  • Go through customs inspection and fill out a customs declaration. If the amount of money you are exporting is less than $3,000 per person and you do not have items that must be declared, then you do not need to fill out a declaration. When filling out the form, do not forget to indicate the entire amount of foreign currency that you took with you. Keep the customs declaration until your return to Russia.
  • Check in for your flight at the check-in counter and receive your boarding pass. The check-in counter number is located on the central display opposite your flight number. All questions about your seat number on the plane can only be resolved at the check-in counter.
  • Go through border control in any booth.
  • Board the plane through the gate number indicated on boarding pass.

Passengers on international flights go through customs, passport control, as well as security control, after which they await the departure of the flight in the sterile area of ​​the gallery of international airlines. When going through security checks, you must present your passport and boarding pass.

When transporting animals or plants, it is necessary to undergo phytocontrol / veterinary control.

Rules for pre-flight and post-flight inspections

In accordance with Appendix No. 1 of the Rules for pre-flight and post-flight inspections, approved by order of the Ministry of Transport of the Russian Federation dated July 25, 2007 No. 104 prohibited from transporting on board the aircraft by passengers in checked baggage and in things carried by passengers, the following dangerous substances and objects:

Allowed to transport on board the aircraft by crew members and passengers, subject to the required conditions, the following items and substances:

  • in checked baggage in cargo and luggage compartments of an aircraft with isolated passenger access to luggage during the flight:
    • crossbows, spearguns, checkers, sabers, cutlasses, scimitars, broadswords, swords, rapiers, bayonets, daggers, knives: hunting knives, knives with ejectable blades, with locking locks, simulators of any type of weapon;
    • household knives (scissors) with a blade length over 60 mm; alcoholic drinks containing more than 24%, but not more than 70% alcohol by volume in containers with a capacity of no more than 5 liters, in containers intended for retail trade - no more than 5 liters per passenger;
    • liquids and alcoholic drinks with an alcohol content by volume of no more than 24%;
    • aerosols intended for use for sports or household purposes, the release valves of the cans are protected by caps from spontaneous release of the contents in containers with a capacity of no more than 0.5 kg or 500 ml - no more than 2 kg or 2 liters per passenger;
  • in things carried by passengers:
    • medical thermometer - one per passenger;
    • mercury tonometer in a standard case - one per passenger;
    • a mercury barometer or manometer, packed in a sealed container and sealed with the sender's seal;
    • disposable lighters - one per passenger;
    • dry ice for cooling perishable foods - no more than 2 kg per passenger;
    • 3% hydrogen peroxide - no more than 100 ml per passenger;
    • liquids, gels and aerosols classified as non-hazardous: in containers with a capacity of no more than 100 ml (or equivalent capacity in other units of volume measurement), packed in a securely closed transparent plastic bag with a volume of no more than 1 liter - one bag per passenger.

Liquids in containers with a capacity of more than 100 ml are not accepted for transportation, even if the container is only partially filled. Exceptions to transportation include medications, baby food, and special dietary needs.

Liquids purchased from duty-free shops at the airport or on board an aircraft must be packaged in a securely sealed plastic bag that allows the contents of the bag to be identified during the flight and has reliable confirmation that the purchase was made at airport duty-free shops. or on board the aircraft on the day(s) of travel. Keep your receipt as proof of purchase. Do not open the package either before boarding or during the flight.

The administration of the airport, airline, operator has the right to decide on the introduction of additional measures to ensure aviation security on high-risk flights, as a result of which it is prohibited to carry the following items in the aircraft cabin:

  • corkscrews;
  • hypodermic needles (unless medical justification is provided);
  • knitting needles;
  • scissors with a blade length of less than 60 mm;
  • folding (without lock) travel, pocket knives with a blade length of less than 60 mm.

Upon arrival at Sanya and Haikou airport

  1. Upon arrival at Sanya Airport, you must go through passport control (present a foreign passport).
    From April 30, 2018, a new rule for passing border control at Sanya Airport is in effect.(Hainan Island, China, international terminal). All tourists aged 14 to 70 years who fly to the island on direct charter flights According to the visa-free list, the following procedures will additionally be completed:
    1. Fingerprinting;
    2. Biometric facial photo.
    Also, some tourists' mobile devices may be selectively checked for prohibited materials ().
    If a tourist refuses to undergo this procedure, the airport border control has the right to deport the tourist. All costs of deportation are borne by the tourist.
  2. Receive your luggage. The monitors above the baggage belts indicate the flight from which baggage will be issued at this belt.
  3. At the exit from the airport building, go to a TEZ TOUR representative and find out the number of your transfer bus. To do this, name the hotel where you will be staying. The hotel name appears on your voucher.
    Our representatives wear yellow shirts with blue ties and blue trousers/skirts.
  4. Go to the parking lot, find the bus you need for transfer, check in with the TEZ TOUR representative accompanying the bus, saying your name, put your luggage in the luggage compartment of the bus.
  5. Listen carefully to the information that the accompanying person (transferman) will provide on the way to the hotel. Also, the accompanying person (transferman) will inform you about the time of meeting with your hotel guide.

Upon arrival at the hotel

  1. Go to the TEZ TOUR counter to meet the hotel guides.
  2. Fill out the registration card at English language.
  3. Hand in your passport and voucher (1 copy out of 3) hotel guide(after check-in you need to pick up your passport).
  4. Wait for check-in. Check-in at the hotel is at 15.00. Upon check-in, you will be given room keys.
  5. After checking into your room, review the information provided by the hotel. Pay attention to which services are paid and how much they cost (as a rule, the information is in a folder and lies on the table or bedside table).

Meeting with the hotel guide

The time of meeting with the hotel guide will be informed to you by the accompanying person (transferman) on the way to the hotel. At the appointed time, you must approach the hotel guide, who will be waiting for you in the hotel lobby. To the meeting, take with you your passport, voucher, and return flight ticket.

If you have any questions or problems, please contact your hotel guide or the hotel reception. The guide’s coordinates (photo, name, mobile phone) and the hours when the guide is directly at the hotel are indicated on the TEZ TOUR information stand in the hotel lobby.

The day before your flight home

  1. Go to the reception and check if you have any outstanding bills for Additional services(use of minibar, telephone, etc.). If you have any debts, pay them.
  2. In the evening, go to the TEZ TOUR information stand or the hotel guide and check the departure and departure times from the hotel. To do this, you need to know the number of the return flight you are departing on.

Check out from the hotel

On the day of departure, you must vacate your room by 12:00, hand in your keys and towel cards.

You can leave your luggage in the hotel storage room.

To avoid various complications, please do not be late and arrive at the transfer at the specified time.

Arrival at Sanya and Haikou airport for departure

  1. Upon arrival at the airport, go to the check-in counter, where your flight number is indicated (the counter numbers will be additionally given to you by the attendant (transfer person) on the bus on the way to the airport).
  2. Check in for your flight (provide your passport and ticket).
  3. Drop your luggage at the front desk.
  4. Get your boarding pass. Pay attention to the gate number and time for boarding the plane (on the boarding pass the gate is indicated by the word GATE, the time - TIME).
  5. Go through passport control (provide your foreign passport, completed migration card for departure).
  6. Proceed to the departure hall, where you will wait for the boarding announcement for your flight.

Helpful information

Medical service

To receive free medical care, you must contact the telephone numbers specified in the insurance company's medical policy. When visiting medical institutions without a referral from an insurance company, the tourist pays for the services independently.

Vaccinations are not required for travel to China. You should not drink tap water. Drink guaranteed safe water and drinks (boiled water, drinking water and drinks in factory packaging). Be sure to wash raw vegetables and fruits. Try to avoid food of questionable origin, even if it looks attractive and appetizing, such as food prepared by street vendors. Do not eat meat that has not been heat-treated.

Traditional Chinese medicine has its roots in ancient times and is an independent system that includes the theory of the occurrence of diseases, diagnostic methods and treatment methods. There are four main methods of diagnosis: inspection, auscultation, questioning and palpation.

As for the treatment itself, currently there are the following main methods. First is the use medicines natural origin: 80% - plant origin, the remaining 20% ​​- animal origin and minerals. Next comes acupuncture and moxibustion. In addition to exposure to needles, cauterization or warming with wormwood is also used.

Famous clinics in Sanya Yukang, Garden of Longevity, Taiji.

First aid kit

Before your trip, prepare and take with you a first aid kit, which will help you with minor ailments and will save you time searching medicines and will relieve problems of communicating in a foreign language; in addition, many medications can help different countries have different names.

General information on China

Political system. Political structure of the People's Republic of China - Communist regime.

Time. The whole country lives according to Beijing time, being located in five time zones. Time difference with Moscow: in winter + 5 hours, in summer + 4 hours.

Language. The official language is Chinese. The generally accepted writing system is Chinese characters.

General information about Hainan Island

O. Hainan - huge tropical island, located in the very south of China. Hainan is washed by waters South China Sea. The average annual temperature is +24°C, the amount of precipitation per year is 1500 mm. The climate of Hainan Island is mild, tropical, and summer reigns on the island all year round. In summer, the daytime temperature is usually around 33 degrees.

The true pearl of the island is the year-round resort town Sanya. Most hotels and recreation areas are located in the city's three main bays - Yalongwan (Dragon Bay), Dadonghai (Great East Sea) and Sanyabei.

Visa

Entry into China is carried out on the basis of a visa previously issued at the Chinese Consulate or on the basis of a group visa-free list.

Time

The time is 4 hours ahead of Moscow.

Mains voltage

Mains voltage 220 V.

Tips

Tipping is not accepted in China, but nevertheless, in a restaurant it is enough to leave change. For drivers and maids, it is enough to leave a purely symbolic amount.

Customs

The amount of imported foreign currency is not limited. When importing an amount of more than $5,000, you must declare this in the customs declaration. The amount of yuan transferred across the border should not exceed 6,000 yuan. Allowed duty free import 600 cigarettes, alcoholic beverages no more than 1.5 liters, jewelry for personal use.

Items prohibited for import:

  • weapons and items imitating weapons;
  • explosives;
  • drugs and psychotropic drugs;
  • pornography;
  • religious literature with extremist content, political materials, audio and video materials related to racial discrimination, terrorism, and military topics;
  • materials that may harm China's politics, economy and culture.
  • canned food (meat and fish)
  • meat (fresh, dried, frozen, sausages, frankfurters, poultry, etc.)
  • fish (dried, smoked, etc.) and seafood
  • vegetables fruits

It is prohibited to export historical documents, valuable objects and works of art, as well as paintings and graphics without a store receipt confirming the legality of the purchase, or an export permit from the Chinese Administrative Department for Cultural Property under the Ministry of Culture of the People's Republic of China.

Power Bank (charger) with a capacity of more than 10,000 Amp (amps) cannot be exported from China. We recommend not to bring these chargers with you, as customs may not allow/seize the Power Bank upon departure from the country.

It is prohibited to take lighters out of China, even in luggage.

Medicines are allowed for export only in luggage, if there is a stamped receipt and an export permit or prescription.

Money

Yuan (CNY) (1 yuan = 10 jiao = 100 fen). Banknotes in circulation are 100, 50, 20, 10, 5 and 1 yuan. The yuan exchange rate is set by the state. In colloquial speech, when denoting prices, “kuai” is also used instead of the word “yuan”, and “mao” is used instead of “jiao”. Yuan is circulated in the form of paper bills and coins.

Within the PRC, the circulation of foreign currency and settlements in it are prohibited. Foreign currency exchange is carried out at branches of the Chinese Bank (Bank Of China), which are available at all airports, hotels and large stores. Currency exchange in markets and streets is not recommended due to the increased risk of currency counterfeiting. Major credit cards accepted are American Express, JCB, Visa, Master Card and Diners Club. However, many expenses within the country, including transport, are paid only in cash.

Please pay attention when paying by cardMasterCardmay have problems!

The shops

State stores are open seven days a week from 9:30 to 20:30, private stores from 9:00 to 21:00, and often even longer. Markets usually open at 7:00 (some even at 4:00) and are open until 10:00-12:00.

Unit of weight in China - 1 jin = 0.5 kg, the price of the product will be given to you exactly for 1 jin.

In large state stores and grocery stores, prices are fixed. You should bargain in the markets. Even if there is a price tag on the product, this is nothing more than a “guideline” indicating the order of the cost of the purchase. The choice of souvenirs is huge, but many of them are of low quality. Chopsticks, beautiful porcelain, cups, lacquer boxes, seals and scroll cases can be bought at every turn. Hangzhou and Suzhou are famous for their excellent tea and silk. Real antiques are usually sold only in state stores and are expensive. When purchasing it, you must obtain an export permit from the seller.

What to bring from Hainan Island:

  • Pearl. Pearls are the pride of Hainan Island. Hainan pearls are a variety of the most famous "Nanzhu" pearls, which means southern pearls. It is generally accepted that the best pearls are mined in the South China Sea, which washes the island of Hainan.
  • Tea. Rare and elite varieties of tea grow on the island; you can try them in teahouses different types tea, learn about the art of brewing teas and buy different types of healing tea.
  • Silk. Gifts purchased here for your loved ones and friends, be it silk clothes, silk bed linen or always fashionable silk paintings, will be remembered for a long time, because the art of silk has been alive for more than one millennium.
  • Crystal. Crystal in Hainan is rightly called the third treasure of the island after pearls and tea. The island has the largest deposits of rock crystal in China. Hainan crystal is considered the purest, so it is used to make jewelry and even glasses for glasses. Crystal carving is highly valued. For example, the sarcophagus of Mao Zedong was made from Hainan crystal.
  • Shark oil. At the beginning of the 20th century, a Japanese doctor discovered a special substance in shark oil - squalene, which can act as a natural antibiotic. In addition, scientists have discovered that shark oil contains another important compound - aloxyglycerides, which have a powerful effect on the immune system. Among other things, shark oil is the best supplier of valuable vitamins A, E, D - these are vitamins that fight age-related changes in the body. They improve vision, skin and hair condition, strengthen blood vessels and bone tissue.

Hotels

Mandatory deposits in hotels in China (on the day of arrival)
When checking into most hotels in China, tourists may be charged a cash deposit for the safety of the contents of the room and minibar. Upon check-out from the hotel, the deposit is fully refunded to tourists. Payment of the deposit is due on the day of arrival. The deposit can be made either in cash or blocked from a bank card*. Visa, Mastercard, Maestro cards are accepted.

*Attention! In case of by bank card, when the hotel unlocks funds, the transaction does not take place immediately and in some cases can last 30 days (the funds are returned to the owner’s account within a month).

Please note that you are not allowed to bring your own drinks into the hotel restaurant.

It is not allowed to take food taken from the buffet outside the restaurant.

Beaches

All beaches in Hainan are municipal; when choosing a hotel, pay attention to the description; not all hotels have their own beach area with free sun loungers and umbrellas.

A tan. It is better to sunbathe before 11 am, otherwise there is a risk of overheating and sunburn. Excessive sun exposure can ruin your entire vacation. Use protective creams with high UV protection. Do not neglect hats when staying in the sun for a long time

Transport

The main means of transportation in China are bus and taxi. To get around the city it is better to use a taxi. There is a “TAXI” sign on the roof of the car, and payment for 1 km of travel is stamped on the glass; payment is made according to the meter readings. Taxi fare for less than 2 km is 10 yuan, then 2 yuan for each kilometer. During holidays, the fare increases by 5 yuan.

The bus is the most economical mode of transport, bus routes provide connections throughout Sanya and its suburbs.

Main route buses:

  • Bus No. 2: East Station - Dadonghai - City Center - College
    Dadonghai Square - Xiazhi Department Store - Luhuitou Square - Sanya City Hall (Shidai Hai'an Bar Street) - First Market Crossroads (Sanya International trade area) - Yifang Department Store - Public parking (pedestrian street) - City People's Hospital - Mingzhu Department Store - Nongken Hospital
  • Bus No. 15: Yalongbei Bay - Dadonghai Bay - City Center - Sanyabei Bay - West Station
    Yalongbei Bay - Club Hotel sea ​​world- Yalongbei Square - LiuPan Village - TianDu Village - NonSha Village - OjiaYuan Village - East Station - Dadonghai Bay - Palm Hotel - Luhuitou Square - Sanya City Committee (Bar Street) - Ganmen Village - High school Practices - People's Insurance Company - Taixing Hotel - Central Asia Hotel - Chinese Medicine Hospital - Shuili Building - Public parking (pedestrian street) - Red Soltsy Restaurant - TianDu Hotel - Chinese Bank - ShenYi Hotel (Sanyabei Bay) - ZinWei Hotel - Hospital 425 - Friendship Street - Nongken Hospital - West Station

Rent a Car
Since international driver license are not valid in China, car rental is only possible “included” with a driver. This is all the more convenient because driving in China is, to put it mildly, specific.

Culture

Behavior rules. China is a country with centuries-old traditions and culture, so it is better not to violate social and religious norms so as not to offend the locals.

  • You cannot photograph military, strategic sites and government buildings, as well as people, without first asking their permission.
  • In China, it is not recommended to argue about political topics, especially about Mao Zedong, student unrest, etc.
  • It is impossible to express dissatisfaction with the culture and history of China, and also to show disrespect for them.
  • You can't litter, you can be fined for it.
  • You should not show aggression or irritation towards the Chinese.
  • Most Chinese people are friendly towards tourists, so be prepared for the fact that many local residents They will greet you and perhaps even point a finger - react to this calmly.
  • It is not allowed to touch a woman or take her arm.
  • It is not customary to open the door for a woman or give her a seat, because... Women and men have equal rights in China.
  • You should refrain from smoking in hotels, parks, squares and on the street; drinking alcoholic beverages is also prohibited in these places.
  • You should take food from the plate with chopsticks silently.
  • You need to suck in the noodles noisily - this is what all Chinese do, this shows how tasty it is for you.
  • You cannot stick chopsticks (or utensils) vertically into a bowl of food - this is reminiscent of incense being smoked in a temple, and therefore evokes thoughts of moving to another world.
  • Under no circumstances should you string pieces of food onto chopsticks - this will offend every Chinese person.

Phones

Upon arrival in China, it is most profitable to buy a local SIM card, because... calls will cost less than if you call from the hotel. Cellular communications are widespread in almost the entire territory of China. When purchasing a SIM card, you should make sure that the selected tariff plan has international roaming. In addition, it is better to ask the seller on the spot to activate it, because... doing it yourself can be difficult without knowledge Chinese language. You can buy a SIM card at the offices of China Telecom, China Mobile, China Unicom. You can also purchase cards for international calls with per-minute payment.

To call Russia, you need to dial 007 (Russia code) + area code + the phone number you need.

When dialing a Chinese landline number from your mobile phone you need to dial: + 7 + 86 (China code) + city code + the phone number you need.

Useful phones

  • International help desk(in English): 115
  • Police and rescue: 110
  • Fire department: 119
  • Ambulance: 120
  • Traffic police: 122
  • Information service for foreigners in critical situations:
    in Shanghai 8-10-86-21-6-439-06-30,
    in Guangzhou 8-10-86-20-8-667-74-22