Hong Kong Tourism News
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.
Hong Kong hotels combine to relaunch tourism sector
A group of prestigious hotels in Hong Kong have combined to launch a promotional video to showcase the beauty and diversity of the destination as it emerges from the coronavirus crisis.
Breaking Travel News investigates: Where might recover from the Covid-19 pandemic first?
With over three million confirmed cases and upwards of 200,000 fatalities around the world, there are few signs of the Covid-19 pandemic slowing its rampage across the globe. However, some countries appear to have managed to slow down the rate of new cases and now seem to be on a slow and possibly difficult path towards recovery. Here we find out more
Cathay Pacific offers staff unpaid leave in Hong Kong
Cathay Pacific has asked staff to take three weeks of unpaid leave to help it cope with the impact of the coronavirus. The Hong Kong flag-carrier has offered a voluntary special leave scheme to all employees.
Hong Kong to limit cross-border travel with mainland China
High-speed trains and ferries that cross the border between mainland China and Hong Kong will be suspended from Thursday, Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam announced earlier. Flights will also be halved.
Vietjet adds two new Da Nang routes
Da Nang, a coastal city in central Vietnam, is gaining popularity not only to domestic but also international tourists. It also serves as a gateway to surrounding destinations including the ancient town of Hoi An, the former imperial citadel in Hue and Quang Binh.
Monocle opens travel retail store in Hong Kong airport
The shop will be the first in a new rollout of airport-based outposts for the media brand with an emphasis on books, the best periodicals, travel essentials and Monocle’s full range of products and special collaborations.
Hong Kong International cancels all Monday evening flights
Hong Kong International Airport cancelled all flights on Monday as thousands of protesters descend on the location to campaign against a proposed extradition bill and police treatment of protesters.
Vences to lead the Murray, Hong Kong, a Niccolo Hotel
Wharf Hotels has appointed Adriano Vences to the role of general manager of the Murray, Hong Kong, a Niccolo Hotel. After spearheading the success of the first Niccolo hotel in Chengdu, Vences will continue to build on the Murray’s new benchmarks.
IHG signs for new Kimpton property in Hong Kong
InterContinental Hotels Group and Empire Group have announced the signing of a new Kimpton Hotel & Restaurant in Hong Kong. The decision comes as IHG expands the boutique luxury brand’s presence in Greater China.
Goh appointed general manager at Landmark Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong
A seasoned hotelier, Jill Goh has been with Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group since 1993, serving previously as resident manager both at Mandarin Oriental, Singapore and Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, London.