To visit China, a passport with a validity of at least 6 months and an entry visa is required. For groups, visa formalities can be carried out only by the tour operator. Those traveling alone should personally request the visa from the nearest Chinese consulate or embassy and can be obtained only if invited by a private party, a business, or a conference organization. For those going to Hong Kong, it is advisable to seek information from a Chinese embassy or consulate. Usually a visa is not necessary, but only a passport. From Hong Kong, the entry visa for continental China can be obtained within a few days.

Invitation Letters for Visa Applications
for confirmed participants only

Visa application upon arrival will not be possible in Haikou City. For smooth travel and entry to Haikou, kindly ensure that you have an appropriate entry visa, if needed, prior to your departure. The Secretariat will be pleased to facilitate visa application of confirmed and officially-registered participants. Should you require our assistance please fill up the request form for official invitation letters for visa application and submit on or before 6 November.

Please complete the form and send back to the Congress Secretariat through email at congress@pemsea.org or fax at +632 926 9712. The official invitation letter from the PR China host will assist you in processing visa applications lodged at the Embassy / Consulate Office in your area.

Travel Arrangements

Haikou City is easily accessible via air transport from Hong Kong and other major cities in China.

For general airline reservations, we have made special arrangements with Travelex, Inc. (Philippines) to assist and provide discounted rates to Congress participants. Please note however that this discounted rate has ticket restrictions but varies depending on the airline. For reservations/inquiries, please contact directly Ms. Jeni Co at jrc@travelex.com.ph or fax number (632) 8163024.

For Philippine registered participants, the Secretariat is encouraging you to avail of the discounted group rate for your air ticket with a Manila-Haikou-Manila routing. Please note however that this discounted rate has ticket restrictions (non-reroutable, non-endorseable, and other applicable restrictions). For reservation/inquiries, please contact directly Ms. Jeni Co at jrc@travelex.com.ph or fax number (632) 8163024. Please click here for further details>>

Hotels

There are a number of 5-, 4- and 3-star hotels with world-class accommodations near the Congress venue.

Official Congress Transport

The EAS Congress will be accrediting official ground transportation such as shuttles, buses and taxis for the convenience of participants. Information will be provided on this page so please visit regularly.

 

City Map

Dining and Leisure

Restaurants

Hainan Province is famous for 4 kinds of dishes with flavors particularly its own: Wenchang Chicken, Dongshan Mutton, Jiaji Duck, and Hele Crab. These and other flavorful dishes can be found in areas such as Jinlong Road and South Longkun Road.

We will be providing a list of recommended and accredited dining establishments specially for Congress delegates.

Shopping

Haikou City offers value for money shopping with establishments ranging from tourist-friendly local shops to modern and bustling department stores. Delegates can visit any number of establishments in Haixiu Road, West Jiefang Road, South Xinhua Road, South Boai Road, South Longkun Road, Binhai Road and Desheng Street.

Places to go

Haikou can be both relaxing and exciting with a variety of attractions.

Historic sites include the Wugong Temple, probably the most famous attraction in Haikou, The Memorial Temple for the Five Officials, Lingshan Temple, Hai Rui Park and Xiuying Ancient Cannon Fort, one of 4 ancient cannon forts.

The sprawling Seaside Park adjacent to the People’s Hall is a peaceful area overlooking the harbor and is recommended for informal gatherings by participants. There are also several world-class golf courses such as the Westcoast Golf Club and Meishi Mayflower.

Cafes, teahouses, bars and other modern recreation establishments can be found in Binhai Road, Longkun Road, Yilong Road and Jiefang Road.

The beaches on Haikou City are first-rate and one of the most visited in China. Along the more than 20 kilometers of coastline are several tourist areas and resoirts such as Holiday Beach, Xixiu Beach, Baishamen Beach and Xinbu Beach.

*More information to be provided.