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Visitors flock to Sharp Island in Sai Kung on the first day of mainland China’s Labour Day holiday. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong environmental issues

300 verbal warnings issued to Sharp Island visitors on Labour Day

Agriculture, Fisheries and Conservation Department also says number of visitors to island on Saturday had ‘exceeded expectations’.

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Hong Kong economy

‘Golden week’ begins with bang in Hong Kong, but restaurants’ gains ‘limited’

Greater Bay Area

More Hongkongers can drive to Macau under expanded travel scheme

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong’s East Dam draws thousands for ‘golden week’ as entry fee floated

Tourists opt for ecotourism over traditional shopping after Unesco geopark receives widespread publicity on mainland Chinese social media.

A lawmaker has floated having an entry fee for the East Dam. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong

Hongkongers flock to Shenzhen for ‘better’ Labour Day dining and attractions

Residents pack border crossings on first day of ‘golden week’, lured by attentive dining service, lower costs and family-friendly attractions.

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Hong Kong economy

Labour Day: Hong Kong records 242,000 trips by mainland Chinese visitors so far

Many visitors head to countryside for scenic views, while others opt for ‘city walks’ to explore picturesque locales.

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Hong Kong economy

Yacht tourists, hikers drive ‘golden week’ optimism for Hong Kong eateries

Industry leader says 5 per cent year-on-year increase in business expected, adding that operators have ramped up manpower to cope with influx.

Industry leaders say they hope the growing trend of mainland Chinese visitors hiking and sailing yachts will bring a windfall to seafood restaurants. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong tour groups to mainland China surge by up to 40% for Labour Day break

Industry leaders say slight fuel surcharge rises for flights to Asian destinations ‘not main driver’ behind Hongkongers heading to mainland.

Hong Kong economy

Editorial | Ahead of Labour Day, a sensible tweak to Hong Kong’s tourism strategy

While mainland arrivals are still down from their heyday, the tourism strategy is pivoting from pursuing numbers to seeking higher value.

Hong Kong

Which hidden gems are mainland tourists chasing this Labour Day ‘golden week’?

SCMP highlights what many travellers are currently searching for as they ditch traditional ‘must-see’ spots for niche, experience-led itineraries.

Claude Monet’s Water Lily Pond at the Hong Kong Museum of Art. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong economy

Editorial | Hong Kong has a big stake in the harbourfront event space’s success

Success will be measured not only in ticket sales or rental income, but in how the site enhances Hong Kong’s global image.

The Central harbourfront event apace on April 23. Photo: Sam Tsang
Mainland China

Hong Kong urged to shift focus from tourist numbers to increasing spending

Study shows mainland Chinese tourists returning in force, but spending habits have shifted towards value and selective purchases.

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Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong Disneyland profit drops 36% to HK$536 million as costs rise

But managing director stresses profit still second-highest in park’s 20-year history.

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Hong Kong environmental issues

Calls to turn HK$30 billion waste facility into tourism, education hub

I·PARK2 to operate alongside I·PARK1, jointly processing 9,000 tonnes of waste a day for renewable energy.

I·PARK2 would have a daily processing capacity of 6,000 tonnes of municipal solid waste. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong environmental issues

Hong Kong to block off parts of Sharp Island shore to protect corals over break

Authorities expect 1,000 visitors in the area each day during the coming Labour Day ‘golden week’ holiday.

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Staff will also be deployed to monitor the sea off Sharp Island. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong economy

China-Japan tensions a boon to Hong Kong tourism for ‘golden week’: expert

Lawmaker and Miramar Group chief says hotel rates have jumped by as much as 8 per cent as tourists originally bound for East Asia choose city.

Hong Kong transport

Over 5,000 Guangdong motorists sign up for Hong Kong’s southbound travel scheme

Scheme launched on December 23 and currently grants access to Hong Kong for up to 100 vehicles a day from four mainland Chinese cities.

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Hong Kong society

Hong Kong boosts e-cigarette ban awareness in mainland China before ‘golden week’

Authorities ramp up promotion and enforcement before public possession ban on alternative smoking products begins on April 30.

Hong Kong has stepped up outreach and enforcement as a ban on possessing e-cigarettes in public takes effect ahead of the Labour Day “golden week”. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Tourism

Editorial | Hong Kong’s natural heritage needs preserving amid holiday crush

If Hong Kong can enforce standards without closing its doors, it can serve as a role model of how to treasure visitors and the environment.

Rosanna Law Shuk-pui

Hong Kong to step up crackdown on tourist scams during Labour Day ‘golden week’

Tourism minister says authorities will boost enforcement to protect visitors’ rights, calls on public to ‘cherish our travel reputation’.

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Hong Kong economy

Over 50 Central restaurants, shops join drive to boost spending, lure tourists

Merchants taking part in scheme promoting hidden delicacies and goods will offer discounts to residents and tourists.

Visitors in Central. The initiative is aimed at encouraging tourists to explore the art, historical sites, local culture and delicacies of Central and Sheung Wan. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong economy

Hongkongers find value, space and style in Shenzhen’s new cultural hotspots

Short cross‑border getaways emerging as the ‘quick escape’ of choice, with the newly opened Shenzhen Bay Culture Square adding to appeal.

Illustration: Henry Wong
Hong Kong economy

Letters | Hong Kong can’t just build a monorail in Kai Tak and hope for the best

Readers discuss going beyond infrastructure to ensure Kai Tak thrives, a Cantopop singer’s change of heart, and the Hong Kong dollar peg.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong, East Asia’s thriving art hub – from Art Basel to West Kowloon

The city’s multicultural and hybrid nature, and stunning spaces like M+, help retain its position at the heart of the region’s art world.

Earthquakes

40 Hong Kong tour groups safe after major earthquake strikes Japan

Japan issues tsunami warning for north and northeast prefectures of Hokkaido, Aomori and Iwate, after quake strikes at 4.53pm.

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A warning message flashes up on a screen after an earthquake hit northern Japan. Photo: AFP
Golden week

Mainland Chinese to make 980,000 inbound trips to Hong Kong for Labour Day break

Estimate from Immigration Department represents 7 per cent increase from last year’s holiday.

Tourists arrive in Hong Kong via the West Kowloon high-speed rail terminus. Photo: May Tse
Hong Kong society

Over 250 rare Han dynasty relics on display in major Hong Kong showcase

Development chief Bernadette Linn calls exhibition a ‘sequel’ to last year’s Tang dynasty showcase, with 95 per cent of relics shown in city for first time.

Tourism

Editorial | Stamp out coercive shopping tours to uphold Hong Kong’s reputation

Low-cost tours have proved difficult to eradicate but measures such as random inspections and harsher penalties could be considered.

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