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Called the Hawaii of China, the island is located in the south China sea. it is accessible by air, ferry, and passenger railway.
WHere to stay:
Ritz Carlton Sanya – For unbelievable service and style, you can’t beat this divine location. ritzcarlton.com
Mandarin Oriental – set on a private beach, you can simply relax at one of their three pools, take yoga or tai chi, try their rock-climbing wall, or visit their harmonious spa. mandarinoriental.com Banyan Tree – if you’re looking for a romantic place to stay, look no further: the banyan tree offers private villas with private swimming pools and gardens. banyantree.com
WHat to do: the tropical paradise includes luxurious sandy beaches as well as lush greenery and mountains in the distance. so whether you like to relax at the beach or take a scenic bike ride, this might be just the destination you’ve been dreaming about. also, be sure to visit the romantic tianya Haijiao, (meaning edge of sky, rim of sea), where tall boulders punctuate the beach.
Ritz Carlton Sanya
Tianya Haijiao beach Sanya beach
Casinos reign in this up-and-coming resort area. Macau, also spelled Macao, has really gotten built-up over the years and has become a hot spot for travelers.
WHere to stay:
Hotel Lisboa – true asian décor beautifully commingles with modern conveniences at this Macau favorite. hotelisboa.com
The Venetian – With a casino that’s three times the size of the one in Vegas and dozens of restaurants, the hotel appeals to a traveler who is looking for a lot of excitement. venetianmacao.com
The Wynn – another Vegas transplant, the chic hotel has fine dining, extraordinary accommodations, and a luxurious spa. wynnmacau.com
WHat to do: From the Wynn to the Venetian, some of the top hotels in the world are now in Macau — most of them have casinos. and once you’re done rolling the dice, be sure to check out the world-class restaurants like the French cuisine at the exclusive robuchon a galera at the Hotel lisboa — you won’t be disappointed. in the fall, Macau has the Macau open golf tournament, a Mid-autumn Festival to celebrate the new moon, as well as an international Music Festival.
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