The island of Hainan is buzzing again as Sanya, its tropical tourism hub, reopens beaches and night markets following China's optimization of COVID-19 measures. Locals and expats alike are embracing the return of carefree days under the South China Sea sun.
French actor Fathi Anouar Ghammam, a seven-year Hainan resident, documented vibrant scenes of renewed activity: families picnicking on white sands, fishermen selling fresh catch at harbors, and neon-lit stalls serving local delicacies late into the night. \"Life here feels completely normal now,\" he observed. \"Vaccination rates are high, hospitals are prepared – this resilience gets overlooked in some international reports.\"
The shift mirrors gradual reopenings across Chinese cities where health authorities balance economic recovery with medical readiness. While global debates about pandemic management persist, Sanya's revival offers a case study in cautious optimism for travelers and digital nomads eyeing post-COVID destinations.
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Sanya residents enjoy sunny beach after COVID measures eased
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