Originally Posted by
jiejie
But collectively, we are trying to tell you that this rosy tourist board info--which is at odds with both the Chinese Embassy and TIMATIC database information--is perhaps overly optimistic, and if you want to visit Sanya as an independent-travelling couple, to get Chinese visas.
The article actually doesn't conflict with the official policies. It says "group of 2 or more" and later clarifies that "groups" must travel with licensed tour operators.