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Torbjørn “Thor” Pedersen set off from his home in Denmark in 2013 to travel around the world without flying. But after arriving in Hong Kong in early 2020, the Covid-19 pandemic struck, closing borders and leaving Pedersen unable to complete his journey. Stranded in Hong Kong, the 42-year-old adventurer has spent the last 12 months helping to secure supplies for crews of Danish ships docked at the city’s port. But he continues to hold out hope of reaching the remaining nine countries on his list, including the island nation of Palau, which he has been in negotiations with about gaining entry to the country.
Karen Wong set up an online business, which started in the US and Australia, providing a luxury pop-up picnic service. Spotting a new business opportunity during the Covid-19 pandemic, Wong brought the idea back to Hong Kong from Perth in October 2020. The business the 25-year-old launched with two partners offers a one-stop service, from helping customers find a picnic site, setting up the picnic, to packing and cleaning up.
Karen Wong set up an online business, which started in the US and Australia, providing a luxury pop-up picnic service. Spotting a new business opportunity during the Covid-19 pandemic, Wong brought the idea back to Hong Kong from Perth in October 2020. The business the 25-year-old launched with two partners offers a one-stop service, from helping customers find a picnic site, setting up the picnic, to packing and cleaning up.
Deserted beaches, boarded-up bars and closed hotels have left Thailand’s resort island of Phuket resembling a ghost island. As of September 30, 2020, the nation’s prime tourist hotspot was devastated by the coronavirus pandemic and there was little sign that holidaymakers would be returning soon.
Deserted beaches, boarded-up bars and closed hotels have left Thailand’s resort island of Phuket resembling a ghost island. As of September 30, 2020, the nation’s prime tourist hotspot was devastated by the coronavirus pandemic and there was little sign that holidaymakers would be returning soon.
A Hong Kong tourism company is offering free virtual tours in Cantonese of the city’s historical and cultural sites to survive the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. The company is planning to run tours in English from September to expand its audience base.
A Hong Kong tourism company is offering free virtual tours in Cantonese of the city’s historical and cultural sites to survive the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic. The company is planning to run tours in English from September to expand its audience base.
Across Asia, many planes are still grounded and most travellers remain worried about getting on the road before 2021. But as many governments in the region contemplate “travel bubbles,” some businesses in Hong Kong are exploring ways to get the tourism industry going with safer travel options amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
Across Asia, many planes are still grounded and most travellers remain worried about getting on the road before 2021. But as many governments in the region contemplate “travel bubbles,” some businesses in Hong Kong are exploring ways to get the tourism industry going with safer travel options amid the Covid-19 pandemic.
Each summer, swarms of butterflies arrive in a valley near Shuanghe village near Dali city in the southwestern Chinese province of Yunnan. The colourful insects are so plentiful that the area has earned the nickname "Butterfly Valley".
Each summer, swarms of butterflies arrive in a valley near Shuanghe village near Dali city in the southwestern Chinese province of Yunnan. The colourful insects are so plentiful that the area has earned the nickname "Butterfly Valley".
One of the camera modules co-engineered with Leica has a 1-inch sensor for better low-light photos
One of the camera modules co-engineered with Leica has a 1-inch sensor for better low-light photos
Harbin Ice and Snow World, one of the world’s largest ice and snow theme parks, opened to the public in northeastern China on December 23, 2019. The frozen attraction in Heilongjiang province is linked to the Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival which opens on January 5, 2020.
Harbin Ice and Snow World, one of the world’s largest ice and snow theme parks, opened to the public in northeastern China on December 23, 2019. The frozen attraction in Heilongjiang province is linked to the Harbin International Ice and Snow Sculpture Festival which opens on January 5, 2020.
China’s first world-class hiking trail recently opened in Hunan, making use of ancient paths villagers have walked for centuries. The team that put the new Xuefeng Mountain Trail on the map hopes it will attract international visitors eager to explore the nearby wilderness, at the same time as it creates opportunities for people in poorer areas.
China’s first world-class hiking trail recently opened in Hunan, making use of ancient paths villagers have walked for centuries. The team that put the new Xuefeng Mountain Trail on the map hopes it will attract international visitors eager to explore the nearby wilderness, at the same time as it creates opportunities for people in poorer areas.
Once the banking centre of imperial China, Pingyao is now a tourist hotspot catering to domestic tourists. The traditional architecture of the UNESCO site, as well as its square street layout, are largely intact from the Ming and Qing dynasties. Visitors can see old temples and traditional courtyards, as well as a museum with an unexpected surprise.
Once the banking centre of imperial China, Pingyao is now a tourist hotspot catering to domestic tourists. The traditional architecture of the UNESCO site, as well as its square street layout, are largely intact from the Ming and Qing dynasties. Visitors can see old temples and traditional courtyards, as well as a museum with an unexpected surprise.
Unknown to even locals in Shanxi, Qinyuan county is an oasis of nature and tranquillity compared to more popular sites in the province, such as Pingyao.
Unknown to even locals in Shanxi, Qinyuan county is an oasis of nature and tranquillity compared to more popular sites in the province, such as Pingyao.
Travelling the world is great, but there are some real horror stories of visitors being duped in foreign countries. Don't be one of them.
Travelling the world is great, but there are some real horror stories of visitors being duped in foreign countries. Don't be one of them.
This captivating East African country is the perfect destination if you love active holidays, stunning vistas and incredible wildlife.
This captivating East African country is the perfect destination if you love active holidays, stunning vistas and incredible wildlife.
Chinese tourists are shunning travel to the United States amid the trade war and opting for destinations which “show hospitality” such locations in Southeast Asia and Europe, according to Jane Sun, chief executive of Asia’s largest online travel platform Ctrip.
Chinese tourists are shunning travel to the United States amid the trade war and opting for destinations which “show hospitality” such locations in Southeast Asia and Europe, according to Jane Sun, chief executive of Asia’s largest online travel platform Ctrip.
The city of Foshan, known as “Guangzhou’s little brother”, sits at the centre of China’s Greater Bay Area and only 3.5 hours by bus from Hong Kong. The city offers visitors a culture-filled getaway which has earned China’s highest official rating for tourism with attractions such as Bruce Lee Paradise, Xiqiao mountain and the nightlife of Lingnan Tiandi.
The city of Foshan, known as “Guangzhou’s little brother”, sits at the centre of China’s Greater Bay Area and only 3.5 hours by bus from Hong Kong. The city offers visitors a culture-filled getaway which has earned China’s highest official rating for tourism with attractions such as Bruce Lee Paradise, Xiqiao mountain and the nightlife of Lingnan Tiandi.
Set in an upland basin and largely surrounded by a country park, the tranquil abandoned village of Shalotung is one of Hong Kong’s most beautiful rural areas. Easily accessible from Tai Po Market station on the MTR East Rail Line, the village buildings being reclaimed by nature make for a relaxing destination and quiet break from the bustling city.
Set in an upland basin and largely surrounded by a country park, the tranquil abandoned village of Shalotung is one of Hong Kong’s most beautiful rural areas. Easily accessible from Tai Po Market station on the MTR East Rail Line, the village buildings being reclaimed by nature make for a relaxing destination and quiet break from the bustling city.