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Ocean Park is a marine mammal park, oceanarium, animal theme park and amusement park in the Southern District of Hong Kong
Senior Citizens Day is held on the third Sunday of November to recognise the contributions of the elderly. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong society

Senior Citizens Day: Hong Kong treats elderly to free rides, meal deals and more

More than 400 organisations and merchants with over 3,800 outlets roll out special promotions.

Animal welfare in Hong Kong

Hong Kong hooked as endangered stingray fished out of Victoria Harbour

Hong Kong Squash Open

Ho eyes Ocean Park visit, but first she must beat close friend Ibrahim

Hong Kong economy

SpongeBob, Garfield among 20 characters joining Hong Kong’s IP carnival

Merry Balloon Hong Kong set to become Asia’s largest IP-themed carnival, with month-long event to launch on November 24.

The event’s organiser has said Hong Kong is in “a leading position” in the IP business. Photo: Karma Lo
From our archives

In pictures: how Hong Kong made Halloween its own

From street parties to theme park parades, Hong Kong has transformed Halloween into a night of playful spectacle.

Hong Kong’s pandas

Editorial | Pandas alone won’t save Hong Kong’s Ocean Park in the long term

The 48-year-old theme park recorded another deficit despite increased visitor numbers. It will have to reinvent itself to survive.

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Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong’s Ocean Park could close Water World to plug losses, boss says

Chairman Paulo Pong also says park will ‘actively consider’ any government offer to take over water attraction.

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Hong Kong Ocean Park could consider shutting down its Water World facility to prevent further deficit, its chairman has said. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong economy

Pandas give Hong Kong’s Ocean Park boost but deficit worsens to HK$275 million

Park attracted more visitors and revenue grew by 9 per cent, but Water World attraction, depreciation and other expenses hit bottom line.

Hong Kong tourism

Editorial | New cross-border driving scheme a win-win for Hong Kong and Guangdong

The arrangement for southbound drivers is a positive step towards travel convenience for mainland motorists and economic opportunities for Hong Kong.

NBA China games

Phoenix Suns shine in Macau as the NBA makes a star-studded return to China

Stars of stage, screen and sports among fans in a packed Venetian Arena treated to an evening of singing, dancing and sparkling basketball.

Fans packed into the The Venetian Arena in Macau to watch the first of the NBA China Games between the Brooklyn Nets and Phoenix Suns. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong economy

Restaurants eye 20% business bump as National Day celebrations kick off

Celebrations include National Day fireworks, as well as discounts and perks covering public transport, museums, dining and shopping.

Restaurant bookings for the “golden week” period are looking strong, according to Simon Wong, president of the Hong Kong Federation of Restaurants and Related Trades. Photo: Sun Yeung
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong’s Ocean Park fixes Halloween display after Abby Choi murder reference

Park chairman Paolo Pong says park adjusted haunted house installation after media preview to ensure visitors won’t associate it with real crimes.

Hong Kong society

Explainer | What events and deals are on offer for National Day celebrations in Hong Kong?

Here are some of the special events, transport freebies and dining discounts that will help celebrate the anniversary.

Japan

Japanese flock to Hong Kong as city boosts ‘kawaii’ appeal with pandas, Labubu

The number of Japanese tourists to Hong Kong has jumped more than 32 per cent in the first half of this year compared to 2024.

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A nostalgic old street is part of the Hong Kong Tourism Board’s booth at the Tourism Expo Japan in Nagoya. Photo: Julian Ryall
Hong Kong society

On This Day | Hong Kong welcomes Mickey Mouse as Disneyland opens in 2005 – SCMP archive

On this day 20 years ago, Hongkongers flocked to the grand opening of Disney’s third theme park outside US.

Fireworks light up the night sky over the Sleeping Beauty Castle in Hong Kong Disneyland after the theme park opened on September 12, 2005. File photo: AP
Animal welfare in Hong Kong

10-metre whale carcass discovered in Mirs Bay, Hong Kong authorities say

Species cannot currently be identified because of severe decomposition, government says.

Hong Kong economy

Editorial | Global IP treaty can help Hong Kong secure its creative edge

As the city exports more of its proprietary products and services, especially from its creative industries, IP protection is timely and necessary.

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Hong Kong’s pandas

Hong Kong’s Ocean Park reveals panda film in works as twin cubs turn 1

Theme park buzzing with excitement as 300 fans of twin cubs ‘Jia Jia’ and ‘De De’ show up to celebrate birthday.

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The twin cubs tuck into a birthday cake made up of fruits, vegetables and ice. Photo: Dickson Lee
Accidents and personal safety

Hong Kong firefighters form human ladder to save 17 from stalled Ocean Park ride

Some visitors remain undeterred after weekend ‘Wild Twister’ ride breakdown, while engineer says more oversight of safety inspections needed.

Accidents and personal safety

17 rescued after ‘Wild Twister’ ride at Hong Kong’s Ocean Park breaks down

Riders spend more than an hour hanging in mid-air on attraction.

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Hong Kong tourism

Opinion | Hong Kong must ensure tourism works for both visitors and locals

Tailored strategies, crowd management, sustainable growth and the preservation of local culture will benefit both visitors and locals.

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“Hong Kong: Through the Looking Glass Miniature Exhibition” at The Peak Tower on April 23. This event, supported by the Tourism Board’s pilot scheme for characteristic local tourism events, showcases 24 miniature art pieces, including Kai Tak Stadium, Kowloon Walled City and Night Vibes: Temple Street. Photo: May Tse
SCMP

Follow our new SCMP HK Facebook page to win tickets to Hong Kong’s Ocean Park

To mark the launch of our new Hong Kong-focused page, we are giving you the chance to bag one of 15 pairs of tickets to the park.

Readers with their own unique spots in the city to suggest can win one of 15 pairs of Ocean Park tickets in a special contest hosted by SCMP HK. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong transport

Editorial | Hong Kong must gear up well to make most of southbound drivers’ arrival

The city must act quickly to address parking, toll, immigration and other concerns to ensure smooth integration of drivers from the mainland.

Hong Kong tourism

Explainer | What is the ‘Hong Kong Summer Viva’ campaign? And what deals are on offer?

Hong Kong is launching summer campaign to electrify spending among tourists and locals, with transport, hotel and other sectors taking part.

China property

Another brick in the wall: world’s largest Legoland opens in Shanghai in July

The US$550 million Legoland Shanghai Resort, which opens on July 5, can attract up to 2.4 million visitors a year, officials say.

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Legoland Shanghai Resort was unveiled to the media on Friday, ahead of its public opening on July 5. Photo: Kyodo
Hong Kong politics

Xia Baolong holds 3-hour closed-door talks with Hong Kong business leaders

Director of the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office also visited Ocean Park in the afternoon before taking a boat trip to Lamma Island.

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Xia Baolong (centre), with city leader John Lee and other officials, visits Ocean Park’s pandas on the third day of his trip. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong tourism

‘Panda fever’ created 19% attendance boost at Hong Kong’s Ocean Park: official

Tourism minister Rosanna Law says HK$121 million has been secured from Jockey Club Charities Trust to upgrade panda enclosure.

Hong Kong society

What are Hong Kong’s best deals, discounts for this year’s July 1 celebrations?

Free MTR tickets, Ocean Park discounts and dining deals among the offers available on anniversary of city’s return to Chinese rule.

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