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A car travelling under the expanded Southbound Travel for Guangdong Vehicles scheme at Ocean Terminal carpark on Saturday. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong

Nearly 170 mainland Chinese motorists expected in Hong Kong under new scheme

Southbound Travel for Guangdong Vehicles scheme extended to five additional cities from Saturday, with daily quota of urban trips doubling to 200.

Hong Kong society

Xinjiang growing as tourist destination for Hongkongers amid travel sector push

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Hong Kong society

Thousands of fans throng 5-day animation, comics and games fair in Hong Kong

Hong Kong transport

Hong Kong high-speed rail link sets record as passenger trips top 16m in 6 months

In response to rising demand, MTR Corp teams up with Plaza Premium Group to open upgraded business-class lounge at West Kowloon terminus.

Travellers at the departure hall of the West Kowloon terminus. Demand was driven by the growing number of Hongkongers travelling to Shenzhen and beyond for leisure. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong Disneyland rolls out afternoon tickets, extra cooling to beat the heat

Park offers discounted 4pm entry ticket, installs about 860 fans, portable air conditioners, mist cooling systems and additional shading blinds.

Hong Kong environmental issues

Letters | Manage tourist flow to Sharp Island for a better travel experience

Readers discuss why Sharp Island visitor data must be monitored, the Wang Fuk Court fire inquiry, how to remember those who died in the fire, and executive-led governance.

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China’s private sector

Fifa effect: Hong Kong developers bet on sport fever to keep shoppers spending

Neighbourhood malls to host year-round events encouraging consumers to open their wallets after World Cup mania delivers double-digit gains.

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More than 1,000 soccer fans packed the Olympian City shopping mall in Tai Kok Tsui as they cheered for their teams during the World Cup final match live broadcast between Spain and Argentina. Photo: Sun Yeung
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong tourist left in coma after quad bike accident in Japan

Woman, 69, was reportedly in a group taking a class on operating an all-terrain vehicle at a racetrack in northern Okinawa.

Hong Kong

Global tourism push promotes Hong Kong as city to be ‘felt’ not just seen

‘Only in Hong Kong’ campaign aims to redefine how travellers experience city and distinguish it from other destinations, Tourism Board says.

Hong Kong economy

Video | Can Hong Kong win local shoppers back from the mainland?

Beyond bargains, the city’s edge lies in its cultural connection with local customers.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong passes bill for Huanggang ‘co-location’ arrangement

Upgraded border crossing will be the first to use a ‘joint-clearance’ model.

The redeveloped Huanggang border crossing building is located in Shenzhen. Photo: Edmond So
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong urged to position Greater Bay Area as equine hub, grow racing tourism

Hong Kong Jockey Club proposes leveraging its Guangzhou racecourse as strategic platform for deeper cooperation with mainland.

Hong Kong

Short-haul arrivals fall 15% in June amid strong Hong Kong dollar, fewer flights

City receives 3.72 million visitors last month, driven largely by 10 per cent rise in mainland Chinese arrivals to 2.88 million.

Cathay Pacific

Cathay to add 4 Latin American destinations via Madrid code-share with Iberia

Passengers will be able to travel to Fortaleza and Recife in Brazil, Buenos Aires in Argentina and the Dominican Republic under arrangement.

Cathay passengers will have four more destinations to choose from. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong Book Fair: early birds slam chaotic queues to meet girl band Collar

‘This was my first time at the book fair, and it has been deeply disappointing,’ one fan says on opening day for city’s annual book fair.

A big draw on Wednesday was an autograph signing by girl group Collar. Photo: Facebook/Collar
Hong Kong economy

Why some Hongkongers take a 6-hour train ride for a Zhangjiajie holiday

‘The seats are more spacious and it’s easier to walk about. It’s also easier to grab a bite and use the toilets,’ one traveller says.

Hong Kong economy

Editorial | Pragmatic planning can help unlock Hong Kong villages’ potential

New licensing criteria for rural holiday camps and village guest houses are a step towards developing immersive tourism.

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Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong can be the Asia-Pacific’s longevity hub

City has unique conditions to be the premier regional hub for longevity research, clinical trials, regulatory approval and capital scaling.

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Hong Kong property

Hong Kong’s 5-star resilience: city’s luxury hotels pull ahead of competition

Robust demand spurs investment activities in the luxury-hotel segment, and transactions have seen strong growth across the Asia-Pacific region since 2017.

Hong Kong economy

Editorial | Concert delay affects Hong Kong’s reputation as a mega-event host

While the organiser of the Sammi Cheng concert at Kai Tak Stadium rightly exercised caution, the episode raises questions about competence and coordination.

Hong Kong economy

Tourist arrivals in Hong Kong jump by 13% to 26.7 million in first half of year

Increase shows success of strategy based on mega-events, tourism minister says, while transport chief also points to more destinations served by airport.

Fireworks at the Rugby Sevens tournament at Kai Tak Stadium. The three-day event attracted more than 113,000 spectators, with over 30 per cent being non-local visitors, according to the tourism minister. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong economy

Editorial | 13-month retail growth streak proves Hong Kong is back in business

Even with cross-border competition, the city has shown it can offer unique experiences that attract locals and visitors alike.

Tourists shop at a jewellery store on Canton Road in Tsim Sha Tsui on May 1. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong society

Editorial | PLA vessels’ port call in Hong Kong highlights nation’s support

Regular visits from Chinese naval vessels also signal the city’s responsibility to protect sovereignty and fortify a sense of national identity.

Hong Kong

Cathay Pacific aircraft evacuated after smoke reported in cabin on landing

Smoke from an overheating air-conditioning system was seen in aircraft cabin after landing in Hong Kong from India, with no injuries reported.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong retail sales grow 7.9% in May, extending winning streak to 13 months

Value of retail sales for month reaches HK$33.8 billion, helped by increase in visitor numbers.

Department stores and optical shops recorded gains of 9.2 per cent and 10.3 per cent, respectively, in May. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong economy

Mainland Chinese tourists pack landmarks as Hong Kong marks July 1 anniversary

Visitors enjoy complimentary ferry rides, free museum admissions and an array of dining and retail discounts of up to 29 per cent.

The Golden Bauhinia Square in Wan Chai is a photo hotspot for locals and visitors alike. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong economy

‘More space, better service’: Hongkongers flock to mainland for July 1 holiday

City’s checkpoints packed with residents heading across border for quick shopping and dining getaways, drawn by wider variety and lower prices.

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Hong Kong society

‘Deficiencies’ in maintenance, repairs at Hong Kong parks mar visitor experience

Ombudsman urges authorities to overhaul management of country parks, including addressing delays in repair works and poor cleanliness.

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