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Hikers visit the High Island Reservoir during the Labour Day holiday. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong enjoys 27% surge in visitor numbers for Labour Day ‘golden week’ holiday

About 222,000 were mainlanders, representing a 22 per cent increase, while 45,000 were from other places, representing a roughly 50 per cent jump.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong welcomes 213,000 mainland tourists as ‘golden week’ break starts

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong Labour Day drone show leaves buzzing spectators in festive mood

Hong Kong economy

Mainland tourists treat taste buds in Hong Kong, from egg waffles to fish balls

They use social media platforms such as RedNote and Dianping to find the best Hong Kong street food and recommended restaurants in city.

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A foodseller known as “Uncle Lee” makes charcoal-grilled egg waffles at the “WestK Nightscape” event at West Kowloon Cultural District. Photo: May Tse

Hong Kong’s East Dam buzzes with mainland Chinese tourists during ‘golden week’

Police officers and staff members from the Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department guard the hotspot to maintain order.

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Hong Kong economy

More departures than arrivals in Hong Kong as ‘golden week’ kicks off

Many mainland visitors spotted at scenic High Island Reservoir in Sai Kung as Labour Day break begins.

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Hong Kong

Pandas, Bun Festival among Hong Kong’s ‘golden week’ trends for mainland tourists

Many mainland visitors turn to social media platform RedNote for top recommendations of things to do over the holiday.

The giant panda twin cubs at Ocean Park are expected to be a popular attraction for mainland Chinese visitors over the Labour Day ‘golden week’ holiday. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong society

Fans flock to ‘Keung To Bay’ to celebrate Mirror star’s birthday in Hong Kong

Overseas fans join thousands of locals as birthday-themed parade trams and free rides for residents help mark the occasion.

Tourism

How Hong Kong can reap benefits of Beijing’s eased tax refund rules for visitors

Industry leaders say multi-destination tourism in Greater Bay Area can help to lure visitors planning trips around the country.

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Hong Kong

Letters | Hong Kong welcomes Muslims, but let’s safeguard against extremism

Readers discuss the preciousness of the city’s unique social fabric, reuse plans for a hotel’s building materials, and Hongkong Post’s response to US policy.

Tourists visit The Peak on February 1. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong economy

Explainer | Cocktails, a drone show and more: what to enjoy in Hong Kong for ‘golden week’

The Post highlights events on both sides of Victoria Harbour, from music to bun scrambling, as city prepares to welcome 840,000 mainland tourists.

A drone show over Victoria Harbour in September last year. Hong Kong is planning drone shows for the ‘golden week’ holiday. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong economy

Lawmakers push for ‘Monaco-style’ marina in Hong Kong’s Hung Hom development

Suggestions for ‘world-class’ yacht berthing facility include incorporating luxury properties to attract high-end tourists and investors.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong courts Middle East tourists with ‘high-end’ sports offerings

Government touts Hong Kong’s competitive advantages in attractions such as horse racing and yacht tourism.

Hong Kong economy

Single-digit rise forecast for mainland tourists in Hong Kong over ‘golden week’

Hong Kong Tourism Association chief says his prediction is conservative, while a hotel operator expects about 96 per cent occupancy.

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Tourists visit the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront on a foggy and drizzly day earlier this month. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong bars urge regulation rather than ban on flavoured shisha products

Industry representatives say customers only enjoy shisha because of flavours and already struggling bars will suffer if blanket ban goes ahead.

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The sale of conventional smoking products with flavours other than menthol, including flavoured shisha, is expected to be banned from the second quarter of 2027. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Hong Kong politics

Opinion | Amid Hong Kong’s focus on tourist numbers, have we forgotten our workers?

Marches for workers’ rights may be a thing of the past but serious issues remain, from imported labour to sexual harassment and construction safety.

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Hong Kong economy

Cantopop star Nicholas Tse ends run of shows at Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Stadium

City leader John Lee invited to final concert on Sunday night, source says.

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Hong Kong racing

Record tourist numbers flock to Champions Day but filly’s death mutes celebrations

Officials hail Sha Tin spectacular a success, with crowd numbers up 37.5 per cent, but death of Liberty Island casts shadow over proceedings.

Punters cheer the start of the Group One QE II Cup (2,000m) at Sha Tin on Sunday. Photos: Kenneth Chan
Hong Kong healthcare and hospitals

Hong Kong’s new tobacco control measures won’t affect tourists: official

Deputy Secretary for Health Eddie Lee says authorities have already taken tourists’ needs into account when drafting new measures.

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United States

Letters | Harvard’s defiance of Trump is a courageous stand for freedom

Readers discuss the university’s resistance against political suppression, the deadly Kashmir attack, Hong Kong’s service standards, and how to turn tariff disruption into opportunity.

Hong Kong society

Editorial | Smooth travel begins with fair insurance

Hong Kong watchdog finds policies offering fewer benefits to old and young although they are paying the same as others.

Tourists pose for pictures during the cherry blossom season at Ueno Park in Tokyo at the end of March. Photo: Getty Images
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong eyes turning Hung Hom waterfront into yacht bay for rich tourists

Development Bureau unveils preliminary development proposal for HK$10 billion to HK$20 billion project around Hong Kong Coliseum.

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Yachts and boats berthed in Aberdeen. Authorities are hoping to boost “yacht tourism” to attract big spenders to the city. Photo: Nora Tam
Art Basel

‘Super March’ tourism campaign paints ‘promising’ picture for Hong Kong economy

Top business insights provider also says Art Basel brought in wealthiest visitors under drive at average monthly income of about HK$44,000.

Insurance

Hong Kong’s 2024 life insurance sales soar 21% to record US$28 billion

Mainland Chinese tourists last year spent HK$62.8 billion (US$8 billion) on life and medical policies, up 6.5 per cent from 2023, according to the Insurance Authority.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Stadium publishes seating chart amid blocked view complaints

Lawmaker calls for protection of consumers, saying sale of tickets with obstructed views benefits neither performers nor audience.

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Cantopop star Nicholas Tse at Kai Tak Stadium. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong economy

Will Hong Kong firms bear the brunt of Labour Day ‘golden week’ exodus?

Expectations low among business leaders, as some residents likely to set off on five-day getaways.

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Mainland tourists visit Golden Bauhinia Square in Wan Chai. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Consumer protection in Hong Kong

Nicholas Tse fans fume over obstructed views at Hong Kong’s Kai Tak Stadium

Lawmakers call for organisers to be more transparent about seat views when selling tickets.

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Cathay Pacific

Passenger traffic for Hong Kong’s Cathay Pacific grows by 19.8% in March

City’s flag carrier also says it is bracing for uncertainties in terms of cargo business amid sweeping US tariffs.

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