Punch: From third-rate anchor to top chef

Li Xiao, Zhang Yuedong and Lin Yifei stood in the airport hall, holding the handles of their suitcases tightly in their hands, their eyes flashing with irrepressible excitement. They had been looking forward to this trip to Hainan for too long, and now they finally set foot on this tropical land, their hearts were filled with excitement.

"We're finally in Hainan. I couldn't wait to get here!" Li Xiao took a deep breath, feeling the unique salty and humid smell in the air, a bright smile on his face.

Zhang Yuedong nodded vigorously and agreed, "Yes, I have been looking forward to coming here for a long time, to enjoy the sea breeze, bask in the sun, and relax."

Lin Yifei looked around and said with a smile, "I heard there are a lot of fun places in Hainan. We must have a great time this time and try all the beautiful scenery and delicious food!"

With full of enthusiasm, the three of them took a taxi and headed straight to Sanya Bay. As the car moved slowly forward, the scenery outside the window kept changing, and the high-rise buildings were gradually replaced by coconut trees and blue sea and sky. When the vast sea came into view, they all exclaimed in surprise.

"Wow, this is Sanya Bay, so beautiful!" Li Xiao couldn't help but shout out, his eyes fixed on the window, as if afraid to miss any details.

Zhang Yuedong was also so shocked by the beautiful scenery that he was speechless. He just kept muttering to himself: "This is just like the world in a painting, so dreamy."

Lin Yifei excitedly took out his phone and took a lot of photos outside the window, muttering, "I want to record all this beautiful scenery and show it off to my friends when I get back."

Soon, they arrived at the beach of Sanya Bay. As soon as they got off the car, the warm sea breeze blew in, gently caressing their faces. The fine sand was shining with golden light under the sunshine, like a piece of golden silk. The clear sea water was shimmering with ripples, and the waves gently hit the coast, making a pleasant sound, as if the sea was playing a beautiful piece of music. In the distance, the sea and the sky met, the blue sky and the green sea merged into one, and it was hard to tell which was the sky and which was the sea.

Li Xiao couldn't wait to take off his shoes and stepped on the beach barefoot, feeling the fineness and warmth of the sand. He ran towards the sea excitedly, shouting as he ran: "Sea, here I come!"

Zhang Yuedong and Lin Yifei followed closely behind. They ran and played on the beach, feeling the embrace of the sea breeze and enjoying the kiss of the sun. When they were tired, the three of them lay on the beach chairs, closed their eyes, listened quietly to the sound of the waves, and felt the beauty of nature.

"This is life, so comfortable." Li Xiao stretched lazily with a satisfied smile on his face.

Zhang Yuedong sat up, looked at the beautiful scenery in front of him, and said with emotion: "Yes, I have been in the city for a long time, and I am busy with work every day. It is rare to have such a relaxing moment."

Lin Yifei also nodded in agreement: "This trip is really a wise decision. We should go out more often in the future and see the outside world."

Before they knew it, it was already evening. The sun was setting, and the sky was dyed orange-red, which contrasted with the sparkling sea, forming a beautiful picture. The three decided to taste the local seafood feast and reward their taste buds. They came to a seafood restaurant by the sea and ordered a table full of seafood, including fresh lobsters, plump crabs, delicious shellfish, and various sea fish that they couldn't name.

"Wow, these seafood look so tempting!" Li Xiao's mouth was watering as he looked at the delicacies on the table.

Zhang Yuedong picked up a crab and said with a smile: "Come, try this authentic Hainan seafood and see how it is different from what we usually eat."

Lin Yifei couldn't wait to pick up a piece of lobster meat and put it in his mouth. He was immediately conquered by the delicious taste: "It's so delicious. It's so fresh. I've never eaten such delicious lobster."

The three of them shared their joy and feelings during the trip while tasting the food. They talked about the beautiful scenery of Sanya Bay and the next trip, and the laughter echoed in the restaurant.

"After this seafood dinner, let's go for a walk on the beach. I heard that Sanya Bay has a unique flavor at night." Li Xiao suggested.

Zhang Yuedong and Lin Yifei both agreed: "Okay, it's a good time to digest and see what different scenery there is in Sanya Bay at night."

After dinner, the three of them took a leisurely walk along the beach. At night in Sanya Bay, the sea breeze was cooler and the sound of the waves was clearer. There were fewer tourists on the beach, and the surroundings became quiet and peaceful. They strolled on the beach, looking at the stars and the moon in the sky, feeling the tranquility and beauty of the night.

"Look, there are people selling shell handicrafts over there." Lin Yifei said, pointing to a small stall not far away.

The three of them walked over and saw that the stall was filled with all kinds of shell handicrafts, including shell wind chimes, shell ornaments, shell necklaces, etc. Each one was exquisitely made and lifelike.

"These shell crafts are so beautiful. They would be nice to take back as souvenirs." Li Xiao picked up a shell wind chime and shook it gently, which made a clear and pleasant sound.

Zhang Yuedong also picked out a shell necklace, put it on his neck, and asked with a smile: "How is it? Does it look good?"

Lin Yifei joked: "You look quite stylish wearing this, like a beach vacation expert."

The three of them picked out some shell crafts that they liked and continued walking along the beach. As they walked, they shared their expectations and visions of the trip, and before they knew it, they had walked a long way.

"I'm so happy today. This is what traveling should be like." Li Xiao said with emotion.

Zhang Yuedong nodded in agreement: "Yes, I hope the rest of the journey will be just as exciting and leave us with some wonderful memories."

Lin Yifei smiled and said, "Don't worry, this trip will definitely be full of surprises. Let's look forward to it together!"

On this beautiful night, Li Xiao, Zhang Yuedong and Lin Yifei ended their first day in Sanya Bay with full of joy and expectation. They knew that this was just the beginning, and there would be more beautiful scenery, delicious food and wonderful things waiting for them to explore and discover.

Enjoy the seaside fun at Yalong Bay. The next morning, the sun shone through the thin curtains and gently fell on the faces of the three people, awakening their expectations for the new day. Li Xiao was the first to sit up from the bed, stretched his waist, and said excitedly: "Today we are going to Yalong Bay. I heard that the beach there is beautiful and there are many fun water sports. I am excited just thinking about it!"

Zhang Yuedong also stood up quickly, and while sorting out his clothes, he responded, "Yes, I have already made a travel guide. The water in Yalong Bay is very clear, and the sand is fine and soft. It is simply a paradise for vacation."

Lin Yifei rubbed his sleepy eyes and said with a smile: "What are you waiting for? Hurry up and pack up and go. Don't waste this great time."

After a simple breakfast, they took a taxi to Yalong Bay. Along the way, the scenery outside the window was like a flowing painting, with lush coconut trees, a blue sky like a gem, and bougainvillea swaying in the wind, all of which made them feel the unique tropical style of this city.

The moment they stepped into Yalong Bay, the beautiful scenery in front of them made them feel like they were in a dream. The azure sky and the vast sea merged into one in the distance, with no clear boundary between them. The white and fine beach shone charmingly under the sunshine, like a golden ribbon winding along the seashore. The waves gently hit the coast, making a pleasant sound, as if playing a welcoming movement.

Li Xiao couldn't wait to take off his shoes and stepped on the beach barefoot, feeling the fineness and warmth of the sand. He shouted excitedly: "Wow, this sand is so comfortable, it feels like stepping on cotton."

Zhang Yuedong followed and looked at the sea in front of him. He couldn't help but sigh: "This sea is too blue, a hundred times more beautiful than what I saw in the photos."

Lin Yifei was busy taking out his camera and pressing the shutter button non-stop, wanting to record these beautiful moments one by one, muttering: "Such a beautiful scenery, I must take more photos and enjoy it slowly when I go back."

They strolled leisurely along the coastal road, the breeze blowing on their faces, bringing the unique smell of the sea. The coconut trees on the roadside were tall and straight, and the broad leaves rustled in the wind, as if telling them the story of this sea area. In the distance, several sailboats were slowly sailing on the sea, and the white sails were particularly dazzling under the sunlight, forming a peaceful and beautiful picture.

"Look, the color of the water over there seems to be different." Li Xiao said, pointing to the sea in the distance.

Zhang Yuedong looked in the direction he pointed and nodded in agreement: "Yes, the farther you go, the darker the color becomes, from light blue to dark blue, just like a gradient sapphire. It's amazing."

While taking photos, Lin Yifei said: "This is probably because the depth of the sea water is different, so the refraction and scattering of light are also different, which is why such wonderful color changes are presented."

The three of them were enjoying the beautiful scenery and exchanging their feelings with each other, and before they knew it, they came to the diving center. They had long been curious about the underwater world, and they decided without hesitation to experience diving and explore the mysterious underwater world.

Under the guidance of the coach, they put on diving suits, goggles and oxygen tanks, and boarded the diving boat with a nervous and excited mood. The boat slowly sailed into the depths of the sea, and the waves gently rocked the boat, which made their heartbeats speed up.

"I'm still a little nervous. What if something unexpected happens underwater?" Li Xiao said with a little concern.

Zhang Yuedong patted his shoulder and comforted him, "Don't worry, the coach is here, and we have all received some simple training, so there will be no problem. Just think of it as a wonderful adventure, and relax."

Lin Yifei also smiled and said, "Yes, it's not easy to have such an opportunity, so we must experience it well. Maybe we can see beautiful corals and cute little fish."

Under the guidance of the coach, they slowly dived into the water. At first, Li Xiao was still a little uncomfortable and his breathing became rapid, but as he gradually adapted to the underwater environment, his mood gradually calmed down. When the scene in front of him gradually became clear, he was stunned by the beautiful scenery in front of him.

Colorful corals swayed on the seabed, some looked like antlers, some looked like flowers, and their shapes were different and beautiful. Groups of colorful tropical fish swam and played among the corals, their bodies flashing charming light, as if they were elves on the seabed. There were also some unknown marine creatures, who looked at these uninvited guests curiously, and then swam away quickly.

Li Xiao excitedly gestured to the coach, wanting to get closer to observe these lovely creatures. The coach nodded and took him slowly closer to the coral reef. Li Xiao reached out his hand and gently touched the coral, feeling its unique texture and quality, his heart filled with awe for nature.

Not far away, Zhang Yuedong and Lin Yifei were also attracted by this wonderful underwater world. They kept communicating with each other using gestures, sharing their surprises and discoveries. Lin Yifei also took out the underwater camera he had prepared in advance to record this unforgettable moment.

About half an hour later, they slowly surfaced and returned to the boat. The faces of the three were filled with smiles of excitement and satisfaction, as if they were still immersed in the wonderful journey just now.

"It's incredible, it's like another world. I never thought the seabed could be so beautiful." Li Xiao said excitedly.

Zhang Yuedong nodded again and again: "Yes, those corals and fish are just like those in fairy tales. It's really an eye-opener. I will never forget this diving experience."

Lin Yifei smiled and said, "It's a pity that the time is too short. It would be better if we could stay under the sea for a while longer. But it doesn't matter. We will come again if we have the chance in the future."

After the dive, they felt a little tired and hungry, so they decided to try some local specialties. In a restaurant by the sea, they ordered a signature coconut chicken hot pot. Soon, the waiter brought the steaming hot pot. In the clear coconut water soup, tender chicken and sweet coconut meat floated, exuding an alluring aroma.

"Wow, this coconut chicken looks very appetizing. Let's try it." Li Xiao couldn't wait to pick up the chopsticks, picked up a piece of chicken and put it in his mouth.

"Hmm~ This chicken is so tender, and has a light coconut aroma. It's so delicious." Li Xiao praised it while chewing the chicken.

Zhang Yuedong also took a sip of the soup, with a satisfied expression on his face: "This soup is so fresh and sweet. I feel refreshed after drinking it."

Lin Yifei was busy adding vegetables to the pot, and said with a smile: "This coconut chicken hotpot is really as good as its reputation. I will have to eat more later."

The three of them shared their experiences and feelings about diving while enjoying the food, and laughter echoed in the restaurant. After dinner, they bought some special souvenirs at a stall on the beach, including exquisite shell crafts, small coconut carvings, and agarwood bracelets with a faint fragrance. (End of this chapter)