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Haikou, China: Where the City Becomes a Stage, and Art Belongs to All
Caption: A bird's-eye view of the 2025 Praising Haikou Lawn Concert. From September 28 to October 8, Haikou, the capital of China's Hainan Province, won global attention with its colorful public art activities. Nearly 150 events, including lawn concerts, opera salons and street parades, have transformed this "Land of International Performing Arts" in the East into a boundless palace of art. "The art of paper cutting can be worn!" Mohammed from Sudan was impressed by children wearing costumes inspired by paper cutting at the 2025 Intangible Cultural Heritage Fashion Show. "In Haikou, art is everywhere." This holiday, he and his friends immersed themselves in the artistic atmosphere of the "Coconut City." Indeed, the city exudes a special vibe during the 2025 Haikou Art Week. In a century-old village, models walk on the volcanic stone runway wearing traditional Mamian skirt; at the Qilou Old Street, several Eastern and Western art exhibitions are staged; on the grassland of the Evergreen Park, drone performances light up the night sky... Tourists can experience a cultural journey that combines tradition and modernity under the sky, by the seaside, and on the streets. "This trip is particularly meaningful. My kids not only learned about history but also developed artistic inspirations," said a father from northern China after enjoying a symphony concert. "This is not something you get in the classroom." The 2025 Intangible Cultural Heritage Fashion Show, inspired by paper cutting, drew a large audience.（by ZhangLiyun） The 2025 Haikou Art Week, with its wide array of events, provides an opportunity for global tourists to embrace local culture, showcases the charm of the city as a high-quality vacation destination, and boosts tourism consumption. During the National Day holiday, Haikou welcomed 1.1345 million tourists and generated a tourism revenue of 1.414 billion yuan. It is worth noting that art is not something only available during holidays but an ingredient of daily life in Haikou. In recent years, while constantly building brands such as the Haikou Art Week, reading corners and art exhibitions have also been arranged in libraries, communities, and shopping malls. These efforts have fostered a new artistic ecosystem that is accessible for all, allowing citizens to enjoy culture and art at their doorsteps. The flourishing artistic vitality is transforming Haikou into a better place. Caption: A bird's-eye view of the 2025 Praising Haikou Lawn Concert. Caption: The 2025 Intangible Cultural Heritage Fashion Show, inspired by paper cutting, drew a large audience.（by ZhangLiyun） The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.
Hainan Airlines’ maiden Haikou-Seattle flight successful
Hainan Airlines successfully flew the initial flight of its Haikou-Chongqing-Seattle route on the morning of 26th September from the Haikou Meilan International Airport, officially launching its first international route from Haikou to the United States. As Hainan Airlines' 13th international and regional route out of Haikou, the route is expected to play a positive role in promoting economic development and cultural exchanges between Haikou and Seattle. It is also hoped that the new route will help promote the construction of Hainan Free Trade Port, and provide more support and convenience for exchanges between the people of China and the United States. A weekly route Officials plan to operate a single round-trip Haikou-Chongqing-Seattle flight a week, with flights scheduled every Thursday. The outbound flight takes off from Haikou Meilan International Airport at 07:05 Beijing time, arrives in Chongqing at 08:55 , stops in Chongqing, takes off from Chongqing at 11:20 , and arrives at Seattle Tacoma International Airport at 09:00 local time. The total flight time is expected to be 16 hours and 55 minutes. Meanwhile, the return flight is scheduled to take off from Seattle Tacoma International Airport at 11:00 local time, arrive in Chongqing at 16:00 Beijing time the next day, stop in Chongqing, take off from Chongqing at 18:30, and arrive at Haikou Meilan International Airport at 20:45. The total flight time is expected to be 18 hours and 45 minutes. Flying to the world At present, Hainan Airlines has resumed, newly opened, or plans to operate more than 50 international and regional round-trip passenger routes departing from cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Haikou, Chongqing, Xi'an, Changsha, Taiyuan, Dalian, Guangzhou, and Hangzhou, among others. In the future, the airline aims to accelerate the resumption and opening of international and regional routes to meet the evolving travel needs of global passengers.
Hainan Airlines successfully launches Haikou-Moscow route
Hainan Airlines successfully flew the initial flight of its new Haikou-Moscow route on 26th August, taking off from the Haikou Melian International Airport at 02.38 local time. The flight of HU765 to Moscow marked the official opening of Hainan Airlines' first direct international route from Haikou to Russia, as well as the airline’s 12th international and regional route out of the city. The new route is expected to play a pivotal role in promoting economic development and cultural exchanges between Haikou and Moscow; further promote the construction of Hainan Free Trade Port; and establish a dynamic new era in China-Russia relations. Flying out thrice a week The Haikou-Moscow international route now flies thrice a week, on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. The outbound flight is scheduled to take off from Haikou Meilan International Airport at 02:30 Beijing time and arrive at Moscow Sheremetyevo International Airport at 07:40 local time. The return flight takes off from Moscow Sheremetyevo International Airport at 14:25 local time and arrives at Haikou Meilan International Airport at 05:00 Beijing time the next day.
Hainan Airlines opens Haikou-Moscow route next month
Hainan Airlines announced that it would commence flights between Haikou and Moscow from 26 August. The airline’s twelfth international and regional route out of Haikou is seen as a way of promoting economic development and cultural exchange between China and Russia. This development also serves as a more convenient way to fly between the two cities, and a precursor to the construction of the Hainan Free Trade Port. Flying thrice a week Hainan Airlines will run three round-trip flights a week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. Outbound flights will take off from the Haikou Melian International Airport at 0200 Beijing time, then arrive at Moscow’s Sheremetyevo International Airport at 0740 local time. Return flights take off from Sheremetyevo International Airport at 1425 local time, and arrive in Haikou at 0540 Beijing time the following day.
Haikou receives over one million travellers during Chinese New Year holiday
As China celebrated its grandest annual event - the Chinese New Year, major tourist province in southern China, Hainan witnessed a surge in domestic travelling. According to Haikou Tourism Development Commission, the capital Haikou received a total of 1,171,100 visitors during the seven-day holiday, raking in RMB 1.291 billion (USD 0.20 billion). Changying Wonderland in Xiuying district in Haikou City of Hainan province saw a big jump in visitors during the Chinese New Year holiday. During the holiday, a variety of activities were carried out in major attractions in the city. At the public dock for Haikou National Sailing Base, sailboats, sailboards, rowing boats and yachts were provided for visitors to have fun with the seawater on the west coast of Haikou. At the century-old Haikou Clock Tower, the city’s landmark, a large-scale light show was launched for the first time. With three-dimensional sound and light effects, the show presented Haikou’s sea culture and Nanyang culture, becoming a new hotspot at night for citizens and tourists in Haikou. In terms of rural tourism, Haikou held the Wenshan Xinpo Winter Fruit and Vegetable Picking Festival, which offered countryside picnics, Gongdao meals, and other rural activities; the Haikou Lianlizhi Fisherman's Guesthouse rolled out activities such as mangrove tours, snack making, and long table barbecues, gaining wide popularity among tourists. This year, duty-free shopping also became a trump card that attracted visitors to Haikou. During the seven-day holiday, the duty-free stores in Haikou received 32,712 visitors, up 51.8% year-on-year, with sales revenue of RMB 157 million (USD 24.31) and per capita expenditure of RMB 4,805 (USD 743.88), up 225.5% and 43.81%, respectively.
Sofitel Haikou adds French flair in Hainan Island
Sofitel celebrated across the globe as an ambassador of modern French art de vivre, announces the opening of Sofitel Haikou. This newest opening is the 23rd Sofitel Hotel open in the brand’s network across Greater China. Sofitel Haikou is located in the provincial capital of China’s resort paradise of Hainan Island. Strategically situated in Guomao high-end central business district facing Haikou Bay, Sofitel Haikou is the latest international luxury hotel as the city’s convergence of the authentic island flavour and French artistic glamour Sofitel Haikou occupies a 37-story tower that makes up part of The Form mixed-use complex. It is well nestled in the city’s core CBD with convenient transportation nearby and direct access to The Form Square shopping mall and high-end office buildings. The tourist and leisure attractions nearby include bucolic Evergreen Park, the historic Qilou Old Street, Hainan Museum, and Hainan Convention Exhibition Centre. The Haikou High Speed Train East Station is a 15-minute drive from the hotel, while Meilan International Airport is 30 minutes away by car. Gary Rosen, chief executive officer, Accor Greater China, said: “Sofitel Haikou offers the latest signature features of the Sofitel brand and is the only international luxury hotel in the city rooted in French art de vivre giving guests destination with a great deal of opportunities to connect with cultural and lifestyle-oriented experiences. With the continued development of Hainan Free Trade Zone the island will continue to realise enormous success Sofitel Haikou will serve an important ambassador in supporting the acceleration and development of the city’s business and leisure sectors.” Sofitel Haikou’s interior design is helmed by Hong Kong-based hospitality experts CCD (Cheng Chung Design), with garden design by Singapore’s Belt Collins. The hotel offers 209 modern guestrooms and suites ranging from 45 to 67 square meters in size. Each well-appointed room features floor to ceiling windows with stunning sea or city views. The chic décor includes a vibrant orange-based color palette with smart room technology. Featuring the signature Sofitel MyBed™, the sensory experience includes a choice of designer pillows and aromatherapy scents inspired by the locale. Bathroom amenities feature luxury French brands Lanvin and Hermès for exquisite bath and shower experiences. Sofitel Haikou caters to every gastronomic whim with six restaurants and bar: All-day restaurant Keen Zeen will tempt appetites with live cooking stations, international buffets and a la carte menus focusing on Chinese including Hainanese as well as French favourites. Le Chinois specialises in Cantonese cuisine with local welcome drinks and 13 private dining rooms for business or celebrative occasions. Lemon 1900 Bistro & Bar offers a beautiful sea view from the 36th floor alongside its Mediterranean flair, three private dining rooms and the main area perfect for parties. Garden Bar & Terrace is a sophisticated way to enjoy inventive cocktails, choice wine, scrumptious snacks and barbecue dishes under the stars, complimented by a roster of live evening events. Le Lounge on the 35th floor invites guests to kick back with tea, coffee, wine, spirits and decadent nibbles such as afternoon tea while taking in the panoramic views. Executive lounge Club Millésime on the 33rd floor offers an exclusive enclave for check-in, business meetings or romantic drinks within a charming environment. For those celebrating weddings or hosting business functions, Sofitel Haikou offers 660 square meters of function spaces with natural lighting and most with LED screens. The nine-meter high ceiling grand ballroom with its gold accented décor is equipped with state-of-the-art audio and video technology. Guests can enjoy Sofitel Magnifique Meetings and Events customised services to make the most out of their function. Wellness lovers will enjoy Sofitel Fitness’ yoga room, spinning room, Technogym equipment and both indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Those who prefer to pamper themselves can indulge at Sofitel Spa, which offers fine French brands and treatments in seven stylish spa suites.
Radisson: New build to “elevate the level of upper-upscale” in Haikou
Haikou, Hainan Province, China Radisson Hotel Group has announced that it will be launching the upscale Radisson Blu brand in Hainan, China with the opening of Radisson Blu Haikou, slated to open by the end of Q2 in 2020. Speaking about the potential of the new-build hotel Katerina Giannouka, president of Asia Pacific at Radisson Hotel Group said: “Radisson Blu Haikou will elevate the level of upper-upscale accommodation in Haikou, the capital of Hainan province. Hainan has developed rapidly in recent years and is now a major center of tourism and industry in southern China. We look forward to introducing the Radisson Blu brand to the island with this impressive new hotel.” Haikou Haikou is the capital of Hainan, and is the main economic, administrative and transportation centre of the province. Haikou has long been a popular destination for the domestic market, drawn to its sandy beaches and tropical climate. However, thanks to the relatively liberal entry requirements (30 days of visa-free travel for 59 countries) Hainan has experienced some serious growth with the total number of tourists in 2008 rising from 20.6 million tourists to more than in 2016, with foreign visitors jumping from 979,800 ten years ago to over 1.1 million in 2017. "Prime downtown location, ocean views and state-of-the-art facilities" Radisson Blu Haikou will feature 301 guest rooms and suites, all supported by Radisson Blu’s unique Yes I Can! service ethos. The hotel will host three restaurants and a lounge, as well as other facilities including a pool and fully-equipped fitness center. Additionally, the property will also provide flexible meeting and event spaces complemented with state-of-the-art audio-visual facilities. “We are delighted to partner with Radisson Hotel Group to introduce the Radisson Blu brand to Hainan,” commented Yang Yinghui, executive vice president of operations at Hainan Daye Industry Co., Ltd. “With its prime downtown location, ocean views and state-of-the-art facilities, we expect this property to become one of Haikou’s most popular hotels.”
Hong Kong Airlines launches flights to Lijiang, China
Hong Kong Airlines inaugurated its first flight between Hong Kong and Lijiang. To celebrate the launch of this new route, the Company hosted inaugural ceremonies at both Hong Kong International Airport and Lijiang Sanyi International Airport. Jeff Sun, President of Hong Kong Airlines, stated: "We are delighted to introduce this exclusive direct service to Lijiang, offering travellers a convenient option to reach this highly popular tourist destination. With the National Day and Mid-Autumn Festival long holidays approaching, we believe this new route will become a favourite choice during the 'Golden Week' period, attracting more visitors to explore Lijiang's unique charm." "This direct route not only significantly reduces travel time but also seamlessly integrates with our extensive international network. Passengers from our destinations in Australia and North America, including Sydney, Melbourne and Vancouver, as well as those on our exclusive Saipan service, can easily connect via the Hong Kong hub to Lijiang. With just one ticket for the entire journey and through-check baggage service, travellers enjoy a hassle-free transfer experience while effortlessly discovering the beauty of China." Situated in southwest China, Lijiang serves as an important gateway connecting the mainland to Southeast Asia. The launch of this route not only strengthens economic and cultural ties between Hong Kong and western mainland China, fostering deeper development in tourism between the two regions, but also underscores Hong Kong's bridging role in the ‘Belt and Road Initiative’. Moreover, this further solidifies Hong Kong's position as a bidirectional international aviation hub linking mainland China with the world. Hong Kong Airlines is committed to serving the China market, with its current network covering most major cities and airports, including Beijing Capital, Beijing Daxing, Haikou, Sanya, Hangzhou, Nanjing, Shanghai Hongqiao, Shanghai Pudong, Chongqing, Chengdu Tianfu, Xining, Dunhuang, Hulunbuir, and Lijiang. In preparation for the upcoming National Day Golden Week travel peak, in addition to the newly launched Lijiang route, the company will flexibly adjust its flight capacity to meet the travel needs, including increasing flight frequencies to Hulunbuir in Inner Mongolia, and operating wide-body aircraft on various routes based on demand. Hong Kong Airlines flight schedule* between Hong Kong and Lijiang is as follows (All times local): Route Flight Number Departure Arrival Frequency HKG – LJG HX412 19:05 22:10 Mon, Wed, Fri LJG – HKG HX413 09:05 11:55 Tue, Thurs, Sat * Flight number and schedule may change without prior notice
Hainan Airlines adds new Taiyuan routes for the summer travel season
As the 2025 summer travel season enters its peak, Hainan Airlines is adding new routes flying in and out of Taiyuan. The new routes are Taiyuan- Ningbo, Taiyuan-Changchun, and Taiyuan-Zhuhai, all of which begin flying on 7th August and will be available till 31st August. This brings the number of Hainan Airlines’ domestic routes from Taiyuan to 16 throughout the summer of 2025 These routes make their way from Taiyuan to Shenzhen, Dalian, Guiyang, Haikou, Zhuhai, Hangzhou, Guangzhou, Fuzhou , Wuhan, Changsha, Hefei, Xiamen, Qingdao, Urumqi, Nanjing, and Sanya. Through the route expansion, airline passengers get more diverse travel options as Hainan Airlines meets travel needs during the peak summer travel season. Flight frequencies Hainan Airlines' newly added Taiyuan-Ningbo route will operate one round trip daily: the outbound flight HU6381 departs Taiyuan Wusu International Airport at 8:30 AM and arrives at Ningbo Lishe International Airport at 10:40 AM. Meanwhile, return flight HU6832 departs Ningbo at 11:30 AM and arrives in Taiyuan at 1:55 PM. The Taiyuan-Changchun route will operate one round trip each on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday. The outbound flight HU6385 departs Taiyuan at 3:15 PM and arrives at Changchun Longjia International Airport at 5:40 PM; return flight HU6386 departs Changchun at 6:40 PM and arrives in Taiyuan at 9:20 PM. The Taiyuan-Zhuhai route flies one round trip every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Outbound flight HU6383 departs Taiyuan at 3:10 PM and arrives at Zhuhai Jinwan Airport at 5:45 PM, while return flight HU6384 departs Zhuhai at 6:35 PM and arrives in Taiyuan at 9:30 PM. Specific flight information and reservations are both available through the official Hainan Airlines website, mobile app, customer service, as well as major regular ticket sales platforms.
Hong Kong Airlines to launch a new direct service to Melbourne from 12 Dec 2025
Hong Kong Airlines announced that it will launch a new direct service to Melbourne from 12 December 2025. The new route will operate three times a week, offering travellers more flexible and convenient options for travel to Australia. To commemorate this significant milestone, a signing ceremony was held at Melbourne Airport, attended by representatives from Hong Kong Airlines, Melbourne Airport as well as Victorian Government. Speaking at the ceremony, Hong Kong Airlines President Jeff Sun said: "This has been a year of significant progress for our Australian market strategy. Following the resumption of our Gold Coast service in January and the launch of our Sydney route in June, we are delighted to add Melbourne as another key destination within just six months. This establishes Hong Kong Airlines as the second local carrier to offer direct flights to Australia's major cities and marks 2025 as a crucial milestone in our international transformation." “This new service will not only provide passengers a competitive and high-quality travel option but will also cater to the diverse needs of business and leisure travellers, further deepening the trade, cultural, and tourism ties between Hong Kong and Melbourne. The launch of this service was made possible by the proactive support of the government from both cities. Looking ahead, we will leverage the enhanced capacity of Hong Kong International Airport's Three-Runway System to open up more attractive new destinations for our passengers." Melbourne Airport CEO Lorie Argus said the arrival of Hong Kong Airlines will provide more choice and greater capacity into one of Asia’s biggest international hubs. “The growth in our international market shows the importance of competition and choice, which is why we are so excited to welcome Hong Kong Airlines to the mix today. Hong Kong is the fourth largest international market for us at Melbourne Airport so I expect there will be strong demand for this service.” “The aviation landscape is highly competitive and without the work of the Federal Government to expand bilateral air traffic rights along with the great support of the state government and Visit Victoria, we wouldn’t be standing here today.” Minister for Economic Growth and Jobs at the Victorian Government Danny Pearson, stated: “More flights mean more tourists delivering a stronger economy and more jobs for Victorians – from tour operators to hospitality staff and hotel workers. The additional flights will also increase air freight capacity for Victorian exporters sending their products and produce to Asia.” The Hong Kong Airlines service to Melbourne will be operated by Airbus A330 aircraft. The flight schedule is flexibly timed to facilitate convenient connections for passengers transiting through Hong Kong to our popular destinations. For example, passengers departing from Melbourne can seamlessly connect to flights to Vancouver, Bali, Tokyo, and Osaka. Similarly, travellers from cities such as Shanghai, Hangzhou, Haikou, Sanya, and Fukuoka can enjoy an efficient and comfortable journey with a seamless transfer in Hong Kong en route to Melbourne. As Hong Kong's local full-service carrier, Hong Kong Airlines has continuously enhanced its services and expanded its route network, which now covers over 30 destinations worldwide. We are dedicated to providing an exceptional travel experience, featuring comfortable seating in both Business and Economy Class, a curated selection of in-flight dining, in-flight entertainment, and our signature attentive service. Hong Kong Airlines flight schedule* between Hong Kong and Melbourne is as follows (All times local): Route Flight Number Departure Arrival Frequency HKG – MEL HX013 23:10 11:30+1 Mon, Wed, Fri MEL – HKG HX014 13:00 19:20 Tues, Thurs, Sat
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