Located just far enough away from Sanya to weed out some tourists, Yalong Bay is the area's premier beach, offering very few options to good ol' R&R. The resorts here are fairly low-key (except during the annual hosting of the Miss World Pageant), and while water sports are an option, most people come to Yalong to enjoy the sand and sea (and pools and cocktails). The water is very clear and good for a snorkel if you are interested in getting off your lounger, and boats are available to take divers to outlying islands for a peek under the surface. A shell museum and impressive butterfly garden (the butterflies are real, but not all of the flowers are) provide bits of entertainment if you need it.