Hong Kong Tourism News
WTTC: HONG KONG HAS POTENTIAL TO RE-EMERGE AS A LEADING DESTINATION FOR INTERNATIONAL TRAVELLERS
Hong Kong SAR, China can re-establish itself as a go-to destination for international travellers by investing in key source markets, new World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) research reveals. The WTTC report ‘Travel & Tourism in Hong Kong SAR, China: Recovery, Gaps, and the Road Ahead’ recommends that the city expand its reach into higher-yield segments and new geographies, specifically targeting mainland cities beyond Guangdong, as well as fast-growing markets in ASEAN, the Middle East, and India. Hong Kong dominated several categories at the World Travel Awards 2025, securing major global and regional titles. The city’s aviation and hospitality sectors were particularly successful, with Hong Kong International Airport winning the prestigious World’s Leading Airport for Customer Experience.
Hong Kong: A City of Moments” Featuring Lola Hubner
Travel commerce platform BYRDLI launched its first international destination partnership outside of the United States, Hong Kong: A City of Moments. With the launch, BYRDLI brought one of Asia’s most dynamic cities to life through the lens of Australian creator, and platform superuser Lola Hubner. The campaign marks BYRDLI’s first destination partnership in Asia - a milestone moment for the globally operating Australian founded platform as it continues expanding its network of creator-led Travel Clubs and tourism partnerships worldwide.
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A Southside R[evolution] in Hong Kong, Introducing Southside by Ovolo ‘Your New Local’
This is more than just a rebranding; it is a R[evolution] and a testament to Ovolo’s commitment to providing an unparalleled experience that captures the essence of Hong Kong’s dynamic culture and lifestyle. Introducing Southside by Ovolo, a member of Design Hotels and Hong Kong’s first warehouse-converted hotel, this quintessential designer hotel is nestled in the heart of the vibrant cultural district of Wong Chuk Hang on the south side of Hong Kong Island, unveiling its latest Re[evolution].
MONOPOLY DREAMS™ HONG KONG OFFERS HOT DEALS FOR HILARIOUS SUMMER
MONOPOLY DREAMS TM Hong Kong is pleased to announce its special “Funny Summer” treat starting from today till 31 August 2024. Whether you are planning for a summer escape with family members or an outing with buddies or friends to Hong Kong, MONOPOLY “Funny Summer” will be an irresistible choice – Be Cool With the Hot Deals. Exclusive offers ranging from “$440 Package-for-2” to “$880 Package-for-4”, tickets with “Walk into MONOPOLY”, “MONOPOLY Popcorn” and “Häagen-Dazs Ice Cream” treats.
HKTB Announces an 80% Year-on-Year Increase for Visitor Arrivals of the First 5 Months of 2024
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) announced that the provisional visitor arrivals for May were 3.4 million, showing a 20% year-on-year increase. Mainland visitors accounted for 2.63 million, about 15% increase from the same period last year.
Hong Kong begins to reopen borders
A ban on flights from the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, France, India, Pakistan, Nepal and the Philippines will end at the start of April.
BTN interview: Vivian Cheung, executive director airport operations, Hong Kong International Airport
Breaking Travel News speaks to Vivian Cheung, executive director of airport operations at Hong Kong International Airport, as the facility is recognised as Asia’s Leading Airport by voters at the World Travel Awards
Singapore hopes to launch Hong Kong travel bubble next month
The bubble will begin with just one flight a day in each direction, carrying a maximum of 200 passengers for the first two weeks. It is set to launch on May 26th.
Potential Hong Kong-Singapore travel bubble boosts demand
The in-principle agreement to establish a bilateral air travel corridor this month has caused an uptick in interest in the potential route, with many travellers looking at Christmas bookings.
BTN interview: Vivian Cheung, executive director, operations, Hong Kong International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport has been recognised as the best in the region by the World Travel Awards. Here we catch-up with Vivian Cheung, executive director for airport operations, to discover more about what separates the facility from its competitors
Two general manager appointments for Shangri-La in Hong Kong
The Shangri-La Hotels in Hong Kong have announced two new general manager appointments at Island Shangri-La and Kowloon Shangri-La in Hong Kong. Both are effective immediately.
Virgin Atlantic returns to the skies after Covid-19 grounding
After a three-month hiatus, Virgin Atlantic will be welcoming customers back onboard this evening with the first passenger flight departing London Heathrow to Hong Kong.