Monkey Island

When you see a place advertising cute little monkeys, of course you have to go! I was so excited!

KTV

Ah, KTV, China's answer to a good night out. The only times I have been to KTV usually involve me not even remembering it the next day because I was far to drunk so when I spotted a KTV in Sanya I just had to go, much to Paul's disgust! It didn't take long for him to join in the singing too though. It was so much fun, I'm not sure I've laughed so much in ages. If you ever visit China, a KTV visit just has to be on your list! You are guaranteed to have a great time and laugh until your tummy hurts!

Nanshan Buddhism Park

I wanted to visit Nanshan Buddhism Park after seeing it listed in CNN's Most Beautiful Places in China article so seeing that it was so close to beautiful Sanya, it was the perfect opportunity to go.

Beach Day

Today we spent the entire day lying on the beach, catching some rays, reading, napping and completely relaxing. It was bliss! Some days there's nothing better than doing absolutely nothing. It really helps that I have a view of paradise! I can't wait to do more of nothing this week.

Room With A View

What a wonderful feeling waking up to this view! Sanya is truly beautiful. Every morning when I wake up I feel as though I'm on a tropical island somewhere and not in China at all. We booked the Holiday Inn which is just amazing, I couldn't ask for more! Now as much as I'm loving this beautiful view, it's time to go and explore it!

Beautiful Sanya

Living in Beijing, one of the most polluted cities in the world, it's difficult to imagine China having such a beautiful place as Sanya. Seeing the blue sky, breathing in the fresh air and feeling the sand between my toes was definitely a welcome experience. Bring on the next two weeks of sun, sea and sand before the start of the new academic year, I plan to enjoy every second!

Moving Day

In fitting with our fresh start, we moved to a new apartment today and I just love it! It's the perfect size, modern and everything is new. It also helps that bills are included, we get a maid twice a week and we have free use of the gym and pool. What more could you ask for from an apartment?