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Tourists pose for a photo after practicing Tai Chi at the Tiantan (Temple of Heaven) Park in Beijing. China is making up for its pandemic-related tourism losses by easing restrictions on foreign visitors. Photo: Xinhua

Editorial | China to feel benefit of more visa-free visitors

Beijing’s extension of scheme to 25 countries aims to create warmer relations and boost struggling economy.

Why are more tourists from small Chinese cities heading overseas?

Start-up spurs Xiaohongshu-ready ‘experiences’ in Hong Kong

China’s international flights to reach new heights, led by domestic carriers

One-way flights to and from China set to increase by nearly 31 per cent year on year between late October and March, according to industry data.

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Major Chinese carriers such as Air China are expected to increase seating by 24 to 76 per cent over the coming five months. Photo: Shutterstock

Hong Kong’s office market to trail recovery in residential, retail properties

Reports of brisk weekend home sales show the housing market will outpace offices in recovery going into 2025, consultancies say.

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Hong Kong police arrest man over theft of HK$4,300 on board flight from Malaysia

Passenger from mainland China detained after two other travellers said cash taken from their luggage mid-flight.

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Hong Kong welcomes 144,000 visitors under expanded solo traveller scheme

Number of inbound visitors from 10 mainland cities increases 16.3 per cent year on year between July and September, according to official figures.

Tourists at the Tsim Sha Tsui promenade. Photo: Nora Tam

14 new options for tourists seeking in-depth Hong Kong experiences

Plan features tours offered by six agencies, encompassing 14 itineraries that combine mega-events, shopping and immersive travel elements.

‘Handsome’ China university students offer ‘royalty’ hiking escorts for tourists

Customer says she was treated like royalty on her hike, receiving ample food, water, and emotional support.

Octopus logs HK$100 million worth of tourist spending over National Day break

E-payment service provider also says number of active users of ‘tourist mobile Octopus’ during break tripled compared with last year.

A mainland Chinese traveller uses his Octopus card at Lo Wu MTR station during the National Day “golden week” break. Photo: Eugene Lee

China’s tiger mums spend holidays at Singapore colleges to give children an edge

For many Chinese parents, Singapore compares favourably to the US as a much safer place to study and to Australia as a cheaper place to stay.

Chinese parents used their “golden week” holiday to size up higher education in Singapore. Photo: Jean Iau

Editorial | Challenges ahead for Hong Kong businesses after surge during golden week

City hotels, restaurants and retailers may have enjoyed the National Day holiday, but they need more than seasonal booms to survive.

China’s ‘golden week’ saw spending regain its shine, buoyed by confidence boost

Chinese travellers and tourists spent 700.82 billion yuan during the just-ended holiday week – a 7.9 per cent increase from the same period in pre-pandemic 2019.

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Cross-border trips near pre-pandemic levels during China’s ‘golden week’ holiday

The week-long National Day break saw more than 13 million travellers crossing the mainland’s borders.

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Visitors pictured in the historic heart of Macau, a popular destination for mainland visitors, during last week’s holiday. Photo: Bloomberg

Tencent says WeChat payments jump during China’s ‘golden week’

Consumers in China appear to have loosened their purse strings after Beijing announced a slew of heavyweight measures to boost the economy.

Tourists visiting the Great Wall in Beijing during the “golden week” national holiday. Photo: Reuters

Thailand aims for tourism boom in 2025, even as Chinese travellers slow to return

The government is collaborating with travel companies and launching a campaign to promote Thai culture and lesser-known destinations.

Flavoured cigarette ban in Hong Kong may deter mainland tourists: expert

Poll of tour operators finds mainland’s 300 million smokers may think twice about visiting city if Hong Kong implements stricter measures.

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China’s ‘port visas’ prove popular as inbound tourists employ entry alternative

‘Port visas’, which can be applied for upon entry into China, are being embraced as more inbound tourists seek out simpler travel methods.

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More inbound travellers to China are opting to use speedier “port visas” to enter the country in lieu of standard documents obtained at embassies or consulates. Photo: Xinhua

‘I don’t think it can get any harder’: reality check for China’s travel industry

Stark contract between an optimistic picture painted by China’s travel data and consumers who are reluctant to spend amid broader economic anxieties.

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Japanese hotels a magnet for Hong Kong investors to diversify, mitigate risks

Japan’s low interest rates and booming tourism are attracting investors like the Chiu family and Dorsett Hospitality International.

China’s tourists, wary of visa rule changes, make more bookings under the wire

A survey of Chinese tourists revealed most make bookings within a month of departure, reflecting uncertainties over visa rules and safety.

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China’s outbound tourists are making plans later than in previous years, driven mostly by rapid changes in visa and entry rules. Photo: Bloomberg

Hong Kong banks lure mainland clients with special incentives during golden week

Hong Kong banks are pulling out all the stops to attract mainland tourists, offering everything from fireworks dinners to golf with famous players.

Hong Kong banks are tempting clients with a range of activities including fireworks dinners during the ongoing golden week holiday. Photo: May Tse

Hong Kong restaurants enjoy up to 15% boost in business on National Day

Special occasion marked by array of offers including discounts of up to 30 per cent at over 3,600 outlets.

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Northbound on National Day: Hongkongers pour into Shenzhen for celebration

Residents say they are looking for a change of environment and feel activities planned by Hong Kong authorities lack novelty.

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Drone show cancelled ahead of Hong Kong National Day fireworks – as it happened

Spectacular fireworks display draws hundreds of thousands to harbourfront although drone show cancelled at last minute.

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The fireworks display started just after 9pm. Photo: Dickson Lee

China set to beat pre-pandemic travel levels during ‘golden week’ holiday

Week-long National Day break is expected to see more than 1.9 billion journeys, most of them by car.

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Tuesday is expected to be the busiest day for rail travel. Photo: Xinhua

Hong Kong among top destinations for mainland Chinese tourists this ‘golden week’

State media says Osaka, Seoul and Kuala Lumpur also popular, while tourism insiders highlight Hong Kong’s ease of access as an advantage.

Leaving on a jet plane: Chinese travellers prepare for ‘golden week’ exodus

Some 60 per cent of Chinese domestic travellers are expected to embark on long-haul trips over the seven-day National Day holiday, which starts on Tuesday.

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last updated:
9 September, 2024
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