Tropical beaches, warm sea and pleasant weather even in winter - that's exactly what the resort of Sanya on the island of Hainan, nicknamed "Chinese Hawaii", offers.

With a new direct flight from Prague, you can swap winter for sun and exoticism in a matter of hours.

Return tickets are available for 585 eur and always depart on a Sunday, so you can easily plan a week or two-week holiday - which is 6 or 13 nights in the destination.
The cheaper option is of course a 6-night stay, but we find it much more enjoyable to opt for 13 nights.

Flights are operated by SCAT Airlines on the Boeing 737 MAX 9. There is only a short technical stopover in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, during which you stay on board.

Dates are available from January to early March.

The resort of Sanya offers a wide selection of modern five-star resorts at very good prices. You will find quiet beaches, quality hotel complexes and great facilities for families.

Tips for 5* hotels in different parts of Sanya (prices for 6 nights for 2 people)

• Yalong Bay - an area ideal for a quiet beach holiday with wide sandy beaches and beautiful sea
  • Swissôtel Sanya Yalong Bay for approx. 364 eur ( 455 eur with breakfast)
  • Holiday Inn & Suites Sanya Yalong Bay for approx. 414 eur
  • Palace Resort Villas Yalong Bay Sanya for approx. 455 eur
• Haitang Bay - a modern area with large resorts and shopping opportunities, also suitable for families
  • The Taikang Sanya, a Tribute Portfolio Resort for approx. 662 eur
• Dadonghai - a location combining city life with beach and restaurants
  • Sunshine Resort Intime Sanya for approx. 496 eur

The advantage is that Chinese visas are not required for tourist stays of up to 30 days.