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The underrated Sanya Dadonghai is so beautiful

[RoundNails] Dadonghai is located in Jiyang District, Sanya City, one of the earliest developed waterfront resorts in Sanya,💧 is famous for its blue sea, white sand and sunshine. Here is a detailed gameplay guide to help you play around the Great East Sea with ease: 1. Transportation Guide - Airport to Dadonghai: - [TaxiFront] A taxi ride takes about 30 minutes and costs $50-70. - [Tramcar] Bus: Take bus 8/27 directly, about 1 hour. - Urban to Great East China Sea: - Bus 2/4/8 are accessible, [Bicycle] or ride shared bikes (about 15 minutes). Second, must-play items & attractions 1. Beach Recreation - Free open, small beach, 🏊‍♂️ suitable for swimming, sunbathing. - Best time: 🌅 early morning (less crowded) or evening 🌄 (watching sunset). 2. Water activities - Recommended items: motorcycle boat (about 150 dollars / 10 minutes), [Canoe] banana boat (about 80 dollars / person), 🏄 ♂️ diving (snorkeling about 200 dollars, deep dive 400 dollars +). - Tip: Compare prices in advance to avoid being sold. 3. Deer Return Scenic Area - About 3 kilometers from the Great East Sea, you can overlook the panoramic view of Sanya. It is recommended to see the night view in the evening🌇. - Tickets: 🎫$45 (including sightseeing car). 4. Dadonghai Plaza & Night Market - Lively at night, 🍢 there are seafood barbecue, 🍡 refreshing and other snacks, the price is moderate. Third, food recommendations - Seafood: - Recommended Restaurants: - Donghai Dragon Palace🏭 (seaside restaurant, good environment, 150 dollars per person). - Dadonghai Fishing Village🏘 (locals often go there, good value for money). - Note⚠️: Avoid restaurants that attract customers on the roadside, ask the price in advance. - Hainanese characteristics: - Coconut chicken, Bao Luo powder (recommended “Authentic Bao Luo Powder Shop”), Clear and Cool (recommended “Grandma Zheng Qing and Cool”). --- Fourth, accommodation suggestions - High-end vacations: - Mandarin Oriental Hotel: 🏬 Strong privacy, exclusive to Coral Bay. - Mid-Levels Peninsula Intercontinental: 🏢 Mid-level location, excellent sea views. - Value for money: - B&Bs around Dadonghai: 🏠For example, "Time Warehouse Nostalgic Art Inn", price 200-400 dollars/night. - Tip: Book in advance for peak season (November-March). Five, precautions⚠️ 1. Sunscreen: Sanya UV strong, recommended SPF50 + sunscreen + sun hat. 2. Security: - Pay attention to warning flags when swimming (red flags prohibit falling into the water). - Store valuables and avoid leaving them on the beach. 3. Anti-pit: - Reject “free photos” or low-priced dive pitches on the beach. - Watch the scale when buying seafood and avoid changing packages. Six, peripheral travel - Little Donghai: less crowded and quiet, 📷 suitable for photography (10 minutes drive from Dadonghai). - Yalong Bay: The beach is more superior and you can arrange a day trip (about $30 by taxi). 🌟Summary: The Great East Sea is suitable for tourists who like liveliness and pursue convenience, balancing beach entertainment and city life. [Calendar] It is recommended to schedule 1-2 days, combining water activities and surrounding attractions to play. If you have more time, you can experience it with Sanya Bay or Haitang Bay!
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Posted: Apr 29, 2025
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