Unlike Australia or the US, China has never made a name internationally in the field of surfing, but the country’s southernmost island province, Hainan, is an exception. /VCG Photo

Hainan is a perfect tropical holiday destination, attracting around 10 million domestic tourists every year. /VCG Photo

Regarding its surfing potential, the coastal zone is still relatively unexplored, but it does boast many great places for surfers to ride the waves. /VCG Photo

Do remember to pencil Hainan in your notebook if you are a surf lover! /VCG Photo