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Hong Kong economy
Can Hong Kong look beyond its ‘shopping paradise’ era and attract tourists again?
Panel of experts at industry summit urge tourism trade to incorporate more technology to help meet needs of visitors, especially young people.
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Hong Kong
More Hongkongers choosing Easter breaks in mainland China over Japan
16 Apr 2025 - 1:00PM
Hong Kong
Trade war won’t impact Hong Kong’s role as global hub for commerce: John Lee
15 Apr 2025 - 9:00PM
Hong Kong society
Coldplay’s Chris Martin shares how he stays ‘grateful, happy’ with Hong Kong fans
Band lead singer recommends free-form writing, transcendental meditation, listening to Chloe Qisha’s songs, among other tips for fighting depression.
15 Apr 2025 - 6:53PM
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Hong Kong’s free spirit shines in IShowSpeed’s visit
Readers discuss ways to capitalise on visits by social media influencers, and the tourism potential of Lamma Island.
15 Apr 2025 - 2:30PM
Hong Kong society
Fewer benefits on most travel insurance for elderly, kids: Hong Kong watchdog
Ahead of Easter holiday, Consumer Council reveals that among 27 surveyed policies, 22 lowered maximum benefit limits for elderly and children.
15 Apr 2025 - 5:05PM
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Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong visa relaxation sparks surge of Vietnamese visitors
Approved visa applications from Vietnam increased from 322 in the five years before the relaxation of criteria in October 2023 to 4,970 since.
14 Apr 2025 - 7:59PM
Hong Kong
Hong Kong welcomes 12.2 million visitors in first quarter, up 9% year on year
Tourism Board attributes rise to spate of major events in March, including pop culture showcase ComplexCon and Hong Kong Sevens, among others.
15 Apr 2025 - 12:14AM
Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong restaurants to face 20% drop in business over Easter holiday: expert
Many residents are travelling during the break while visitors are spending less, industry leader Simon Wong says.
14 Apr 2025 - 9:41PM
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Hong Kong scores big as host of World Football Summit
Ronaldo Nazario, Andres Iniesta and Arsene Wenger among speakers set to visit as the city hosts the major event for the first time.
14 Apr 2025 - 9:33AM
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Quake fears drive some Hong Kong tourists away from Asian cities: industry leader
Some tour group bookings for Thailand, Japan and Taiwan over Easter holiday have fallen due to concerns over earthquakes, Steve Huen of EGL Tours says.
13 Apr 2025 - 8:36PM
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Mental health
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Social connection and purpose are also vital for mental health
Readers discuss a more holistic approach to fostering youth resilience, The Last Dance’s re-release on the silver screen, and enticing visitors to Hong Kong.
13 Apr 2025 - 11:30AM
Hong Kong economy
Opinion
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Get travellers to come to Hong Kong for business, stay for the island-hopping
Hong Kong’s islands and stunning coastline could be a major tourist draw with the right infrastructure, policy reforms and marketing.
13 Apr 2025 - 12:27PM
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Hong Kong society
3 arrested over fraud after watching Coldplay concert in Hong Kong without tickets
Concertgoers also file 22 complaints about obstructed views, claiming they were not told about the problem in advance.
12 Apr 2025 - 11:59PM
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Hong Kong environmental issues
Improve transport services at Hong Kong geopark to support tourism: lawmakers
Call to action from lawmakers follows minister brushing aside similar suggestions and stressing importance of conservation over development.
11 Apr 2025 - 6:50PM
Hong Kong
Need a caffeine fix? Try the Coffee HK x Tokyo Coffee Festival
Hong Kong’s debut nod to your beloved cup of Joe will leave you full of beans next weekend.
11 Apr 2025 - 2:00PM
Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong airport ranked first for immigration services; sixth best terminal
Singapore Changi Airport reclaims position as world’s best at the Skytrax World Airport Awards.
10 Apr 2025 - 6:09PM
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Hong Kong economy
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Sustainable approach to ecotourism in Hong Kong can be of great benefit to all
In the largest land disposal of its kind in recent years, three Hong Kong sites with tourism potential have been set aside for commercial investment.
10 Apr 2025 - 8:15AM
Hong Kong economy
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Hong Kong cannot afford another own goal
With five top teams on their way to Hong Kong for a ‘festival of football’, fans must manage their expectations following the Messi farce.
9 Apr 2025 - 8:45AM
Hong Kong transport
Hong Kong tram fares to rise from May 12 with adults paying 10% more
Hong Kong Tramways is also set to launch a mobile app providing real-time arrival data this quarter.
8 Apr 2025 - 8:06PM
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Hong Kong society
Coldplay in Hong Kong: fans revel in 2½-hour show, some left wanting fireworks
Police arrest five over ticket scalping outside Kai Tak Stadium, while some fans hoped to see fireworks that are often set off at band’s shows.
9 Apr 2025 - 4:31PM
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Hong Kong economy
Hong Kong considers additional tax exemptions for air transit travellers
City currently plans to raise air passenger departure tax to help address deficit, but lawmakers fear move may drive travellers elsewhere.
8 Apr 2025 - 8:53PM
Hong Kong society
Hong Kong leader promises to support influencers after IShowSpeed visit
John Lee pledges help after many local internet users say city wasted the opportunity to promote itself during YouTube star’s visit.
8 Apr 2025 - 8:10PM
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Hong Kong society
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A shame Hong Kong appeared shabby in YouTuber’s live stream
Readers highlight what the city could have done to better showcase its appeal on IShowSpeed’s high-profile visit.
8 Apr 2025 - 11:30AM
Hong Kong property
Hong Kong’s office segment to see faster turnaround than retail: Morgan Stanley
‘We think the Hong Kong office market is not structurally impaired,’ Morgan Stanley’s Praveen Choudhary says.
7 Apr 2025 - 9:30AM
Hong Kong
Hong Kong to attract 170,000 visitors with Tourism Board’s 56 MICE events
Authorities eye development of meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions sector to lure ‘high-end’ tourists.
6 Apr 2025 - 6:40PM
Hong Kong transport
Hong Kong to expand transport services for Coldplay shows at Kai Tak Stadium
Expanded services will include new cross-border buses and more frequent train services along Tuen Ma and East Rail lines.
7 Apr 2025 - 9:09AM
From our archives
When Hong Kong’s Ocean Park Dragon roller-coaster ran out of puff
The promise of thrills in the revamped park hit snags as power failures left riders stranded, prompting government scrutiny.
6 Apr 2025 - 2:00PM
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