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13 September, 2024
Angelina Chow and Kung Kwok-leung provide details about the new kiosks. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong opening self-service ID card kiosks – with 6 chances for photo

Immigration Department has updated functions at 54 kiosks at its new headquarters in Tseung Kwan O.

Food and Drinks

Japanese bento box meals going global, starting in Switzerland

Asia travel

Planning a Chinese family’s multigenerational holiday to Hokkaido, Japan

What to do in Hong Kong

What and who to see on ‘special’ Kat O island in Hong Kong

Also known as Crooked Island, Kat O was a thriving fishing and farming community in the past. Now residents love its relaxed atmosphere.

Crooked Island (Kat O) in Hong Kong’s northeast New Territories. Photo: Warton Li
Hong Kong

Editorial | Asia’s events capital can ill afford to host any more mega-flops

Bigger is not necessarily better, and with nearly 100 Hong Kong events already planned for next year they must be worth the investment.

United States

US hotels welcome Indian tourist boom as East Asian demand falters

This comes amid fewer visitors from China, Japan and South Korea as demand from East Asian nations remains lower than pre-pandemic levels.

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Britain

Some airline crews avoid checking in bags as luggage woes hit London’s Heathrow

British Airways told pilots and cabin crew not to check luggage due to the fault at Terminal 5, an aviation news site reported.

London Heathrow is also the world’s second-busiest airport for international flights, behind Dubai. Photo: EPA-EFE
Photography

Pics or it didn’t happen: the evolution of travel photography in Hong Kong

What did tourists in Hong Kong choose to photograph in earlier times, and how have these subjects changed – or not – over the years?

Travel Destinations

Vienna of the Viennese: 5 districts that give you a local experience

These parts of the Austrian capital invite you to look beyond its landmarks and get a taste of life in the city as lived by the Viennese.

Hong Kong tourism

550,000 tourists drawn to Hong Kong mega-events, spending HK$2.4 billion

New tourism chief Rosanna Law says conventions and exhibitions accounted for 38 of the 110 mega-events in the first half.

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The Triathlon World Cup was among sporting events held in the first half of 2024. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong politics

Opinion | In reshuffling cabinet, Hong Kong’s leader was simply doing his duty

The sacking of the city’s tourism and transport ministers may have come as a surprise, but the chief executive was merely doing his job.

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Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu is followed by Mable Chan, who was appointed secretary for transport and logistics, and Rosanna Law Shuk-pui, who was appointed secretary for culture, sports and tourism, at a press conference at the chief executive’s office in Tamar on December 5. Photo: May Tse
Asia travel

Indonesia’s smallest city offers beaches, boat rides and seafood galore

Sibolga may not feature on the international tourist trail – unlike the nearby Nias and Mentawai Islands – but there is enough to do to make a short stop-over in Indonesia’s smallest city worthwhile

Asia travel

The Amalfi Coast? Not quite. Phu Quoc in Vietnam’s odd mix of attractions

Vietnam’s biggest island, Phu Quoc offers a blend of natural beauty, beaches and fantastical attractions – there is even a replica Colosseum.

Japan

Visit Tokyo ‘baggage-free’ with Japan Airlines’ new hotel luggage delivery service

The hotel delivery service aims to ease congestion on public transport and address the shortage of storage lockers, making travel smoother for visitors.

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Indonesia

Indonesia’s Bali aims to root out foreign travellers offering sexual services

A law enforcement team in Bali has been deployed to deal with the problem by monitoring vice establishments and online platforms.

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Foreign tourists relaxing at a beach in Canggu, Badung regency, Bali island. Photo: AFP
China property

Shanghai Disneyland tightens wheelchair rules to curb misuse

Change follows complaints that able-bodied guests were renting powered wheelchairs to bypass queues and speed through the park.

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India

Air India’s order of 100 Airbus planes set to boost alliance with SIA: analysts

The order comes as India is expected to become among the world’s fastest-growing aviation markets, according to a top IATA official.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong, Shenzhen discuss border service extension for New Year fireworks

Transport authorities also coordinating travel arrangements with operators, government says.

An artist’s impression of the coming New Year’s Eve countdown display, with the fireworks show set to last 12 minutes. Photo: Handout
Asia travel

Disney opens bookings for 2025 Asia cruises on its biggest liner

The Disney Adventure, a floating theme park, will make her maiden voyage from Singapore next December. Tickets go on sale on Tuesday.

Asia travel

Insiders’ guide to Tainan, Taiwan: where history, art and cuisine come alive

Taiwan’s fourth city has plenty to satisfy the inquisitive visitor, especially in the walkable district of Anping, which is brimming with culture.

Viral stories

Japan offers 1-day student experience for tourists for US$200

‘Naughty students’ with baseball bats disrupt PE class, creating chaos, playfully intimidating classmates.

For US$200, foreign visitors can experience a day as a secondary school student in Japan, immersing themselves in the local school culture. Photo: SCMP composite/QQ.com
Hong Kong property

Hong Kong’s hotel industry faces ‘worrying’ troubles in tax and Trump

A 3 per cent tax on hotel guests on January 1 and looming troubles from the Trump presidency could undermine the city’s tourism sector.

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Travellers at the arrival hall of the Hong Kong International Airport in Chek Lap Kok. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong’s pandas

Ocean Park debut for Hong Kong pandas An An, Ke Ke draws overseas fans

Beijing-gifted bears greeted by local fans and visitors from Qatar, United States after months of waiting for duo’s big public debut.

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Malaysia

‘I trust it more’: Chinese app Xiaohongshu offers unexpected window on Malaysia

With over 2.5 million users in Malaysia, Xiaohongshu not only attracts tourists but helps Malaysian Chinese connect with their heritage.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong sticks with names An An and Ke Ke for Beijing-gifted pandas

Unchanged names revealed at ceremony before the pair meet the public for the first time on Sunday.

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Female panda Ke Ke at home in Ocean Park. Photo: Robert Ng
Hong Kong economy

Thousands flock to Hong Kong for 2-day ‘Pokemon Go City Safari’ event

Gamers descend on six locations to catch an assortment of virtual creatures at various landmarks and hidden gems.

Pokemon Go players gather outside the Hong Kong Cultural Centre. Photo: Dickson Lee
Cathay Pacific

Hong Kong’s Cathay ‘confident’ of hitting full capacity but union has doubts

Hong Kong’s flag carrier says it has ‘robust plans in place’ to recruit pilots to support rebuilding plan.

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Travel news and advice

5 things about Paris’ Notre Dame cathedral you probably didn’t know

Notre Dame reopens this weekend after 5 years of renovations following a fire in 2019. Here are some lesser known facts about the cathedral.

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