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As Beijing opens up Hong Kong to solo visitors from more cities in mainland China, they should be greeted and given a time to remember by all.
Hong Kong, trying to improve its overseas image, needs to change its stance on diversity and inclusion and bring itself into line with the modern world. This would benefit the city in many ways.
Hong Kong can congratulate itself on the high number of mainland visitors despite the awful weather, but there’s still room for fresh ideas and better targeted policies.
- Affordable Art Fair designed to attract buyers on budget says it has seen increase in number of younger buyers on first day of show
- Organisers say they expect about 30,000 people to visit fair, which runs until Sunday
Clear repositioning will be more helpful in boosting tourism instead of holding monthly fireworks shows, university assistant professor says.
Readers discuss the best ways to support young people, how Hong Kong should use its tourism dollars, and the importance of gender diversity and expression in sports.
Janet Kung scores 842 points, beating out two female contestants, while Yip Kin-man takes home top honours in male category, pocketing buns worth 776 points.
New measure should raise Hong Kong’s profile as cruise ship destination and its role in multi-stop itineraries for Greater Bay Area, tourism authorities say.
Government does its job by installing warning signs, veteran mountaineers say, but many hikers lack knowledge and put themselves in danger when posing for social media posts.
Readers discuss Hong Kong’s hosting of the Apec Business Advisory Council meeting, Citybus’ inclusive hiring practices, and the Malaysian government’s plan to give its employees a pay rise.
A Cheung Chau bun-steaming workshop is among a string of activities designed to showcase Hong Kong culture and give tourism another string to its bow.
New visitors from eight mainland Chinese cities added to Individual Visit Scheme are high spenders and will be given HK$200 vouchers by Tourism Board, Chief Executive John Lee says.
Chairman of festival’s organising committee upbeat attendance levels for Wednesday’s event will exceed 40,000 visitors recorded last year.
Lawmaker Nixie Lam Lam says Malaysian officials shared that some of its Muslim citizens preferred Thailand over Hong Kong because of the convenience in eating out.
Central authorities have said residents from Taiyuan, Hohhot, Harbin, Lhasa, Lanzhou, Xining, Yinchuan and Urumqi can soon visit Hong Kong without joining tour groups.
Posts are appearing on social media platform Xiaohongshu with information on the event, even though ticketing details have yet to be announced officially.
Solo travellers from eight more mainland Chinese cities will be allowed to visit Hong Kong from May 27.
Traditional bouquets and family lunch just as important for some, as last-minute shoppers hit Mong Kok’s flower market.
Xia Baolong, director of the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office, is expected to arrive on Monday
Popular chain Bakehouse and long-time operator Kee Wah Bakery hope new rules will help them deliver made-in-Hong Kong goods to hungry consumers across the border.
Readers discuss the shared joy of motherhood, the inspiration that drives girls to fulfil their potential, and disappointment in one of Hong Kong’s most iconic tourist landmarks.
About 1,000 drones form colourful array of shapes and patterns, including of bun tower, dancing lion and flower board with waving flags.
Xia Baolong, Beijing’s official overseeing Hong Kong affairs, issued lengthy statements on meetings with city ministers this week, a sign some analysts say of central government taking more proactive role in guiding local affairs.
Starting from May 27, residents from eight more mainland cities will be able to apply for the Individual Visit Scheme to travel to Hong Kong.
Source says Victoria Park, on Avenue of Stars and other outdoor sites will welcome figures of popular character.
Cities are all provincial and regional capitals, including Urumqi in Xinjiang, Lhasa in Tibet and Harbin in Heilongjiang.
Xia Baolong, director of Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office, tells tourism chief Kevin Yeung every part of city can be potential tourist spot.
Carrier announces cuts just two weeks after launching service to city state, citing commercial considerations.
Budget airline has introduced four-tier ticketing system, with entry-level option allowing single personal item weighing under 7kg.
Rock group set to hit stage at Central harbourfront at 7.15pm to play final in seven-show tour of city after one concert postponed last week.
