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Hong Kong Tourism Board

Hong Kong Tourism Board
The latest news and top stories on the Hong Kong Tourism Board. A prominent Hong Kong based statutory body, the Hong Kong Tourism Board is dedicated to marketing and promoting Hong Kong as a premier global tourist destination. Its main areas of focus include enhancing visitor experiences, improving facilities and service standards, and organising mega events. Headquartered in Causeway Bay, the Board works to maximise tourism’s social and economic contribution to the city. It is recognised for its role in showcasing Hong Kong’s unique appeal and for strong corporate governance.
Tourists visit High Island Reservoir East Dam, a cornerstone of Hong Kong’s Unesco Global Geopark, in Sai Kung on May 1. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong tourism

Opinion | Hong Kong’s tourism rebound needs new measures of success

Rather than count footfall and events, the city should focus on spending and impact, plan district tourism seriously and work on new assumptions.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong maintains 2026 growth forecast at 2.5% to 3.5%

Hong Kong tourism

Aviation authorities report ‘less than 5%’ flight cuts despite Mideast war

Hong Kong economy

‘Golden week’: Hong Kong draws more mainland Chinese visitors but spending uneven

Total visitor arrivals, including overseas travellers, reached 854,929 over first three days of Labour Day holiday, also slightly up from last year’s 803,612.

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Mainland Chinese tourists pack Sai Kung’s renowned seafood restaurants. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong economy

Hongkongers find value, space and style in Shenzhen’s new cultural hotspots

Short cross‑border getaways emerging as the ‘quick escape’ of choice, with the newly opened Shenzhen Bay Culture Square adding to appeal.

Hong Kong Sevens

Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens: record crowd party to gripping men’s quarter-finals

Three-day attendance total set to reach new high as holders Argentina, series champions South Africa, New Zealand and Spain get to semis.

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Hong Kong tourism

Tourism Board invited 1,730 influencers with 1.6 billion followers over 2 years

Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau says influencers’ itineraries were tailored to their markets and audiences.

TikTok star Khaby Lame was among those who visited Hong Kong as part of the promotion push. Photo: AP
Hong Kong Sevens

Hong Kong in Sevens heaven as dazzling display marks start of 50th year

Not even a leaky roof at Kai Tak Stadium can put a dampener on proceedings as 34,368 fans pass through gates on day one.

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Hong Kong tourism

Editorial | Hong Kong’s high-value tourism pivot makes sense for the city

If Hong Kong is to strengthen its credentials as an international city, it must appeal to visitors from different countries and cultures.

Hong Kong economy

685,000 Hongkongers head out of city at start of Easter holiday

More residents are travelling to mainland China for the break because of the Middle East war, Tourism Association head says.

Crowds at West Kowloon station on the first day of the Easter holiday. Photo: Jelly Tse
Hong Kong culture

Opinion | Hong Kong can draw on Art March’s success by keeping it authentic

Tourism officials are finally seeing that supporting organic cultural growth, rather than ticking boxes, is what makes the city attractive.

People view Tony Oursler’s work at this year’s Art Basel, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre in Wan Chai, on March 25. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong Tourism Board to woo overnight big spenders, diversify visitor mix

Board executive director Anthony Lau says 75 per cent of its resources will go towards overseas markets.

Hong Kong tourism

Chinese New Year boosts Hong Kong visitor numbers in first 2 months of 2026

Nearly 10 million visitors entered Hong Kong in January and February, an 18 per cent year-on-year increase from the same period in 2025.

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LIV Golf Hong Kong ticks boxes, with large crowd set for 3-way fight on last day

Mainland Chinese, overseas visitors among crowds for event, which tourism chief says has become ‘one of the city’s most significant events’.

Jon Rahm, who was followed around by a large crowd, is in a three-way tie at the top of the leaderboard after day three. Photo: Elson Li
Hong Kong tourism

Editorial | ‘Symphony of Lights’ bowing out clears stage for new attractions

Ending the 22-year run of Hong Kong’s iconic light show underscores the city’s push to refresh its tourism appeal.

Hong Kong’s “Symphony of Lights” show at Victoria Harbour has been a fixture on its tourism calendar, but a new series of light shows will soon take its place. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong tourism

Cruise ship calls in Hong Kong may top 200 this year, tourism minister says

Rosanna Law also suggests improving synergy between Kai Tak Cruise Terminal and area’s emerging cultural hub to draw passengers.

Hong Kong budget 2026-27

Hong Kong 2026-27 budget: ‘Symphony of Lights’ to go dark under tourism revamp

Tourism Board to launch light festivals ‘across various locations at different times of year to replace A Symphony of Lights,’ Paul Chan says.

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Hong Kong budget 2026-27

Investments, tax breaks: what’s in it for you in Hong Kong’s budget 2026-27

From industry funding to relief measures for ordinary Hongkongers, here are eight key takeaways from finance chief Paul Chan’s latest budget.

The AI and robotics industry is among several key sectors that will receive a boost in government spending, according to Hong Kong’s latest budget. Karma Lo
SCMP Highlights

South Korean ex-president sentenced, Buddha’s early life: 7 Asia highlights

From ex-president Yoon’s sentencing to Singapore’s auntie matchmakers, here are a few highlights from SCMP’s recent Asia reporting.

Hong Kong economy

Crowds continue to flood Hong Kong attractions despite outbound travel surge

Popular spots across city continue to draw large festive crowds, even as data shows nearly 16 per cent rise in net outflow during holiday period.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong’s Lunar New Year fireworks dazzle as visitor numbers gallop ahead

City leader John Lee vows to carry out reforms at full speed, says to public ‘let’s march forward bravely and confidently together’ in new year.

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Spectators get a prime view of the fireworks from the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong marks start of Lunar New Year with surge of visitors

Visitor numbers hit 153,383 on first day of holiday, up by 10 per cent year on year, with more than 120,000 coming from mainland China.

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Tourists crowd the harbourfront in Tsim Sha Tsui. Photo: Sam Tsang
Hong Kong society

Tens of thousands line streets for Hong Kong’s Lunar New Year night parade

Float parade to mark start of the Year of the Horse begins with an East-meets-West street party.

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Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong visitor arrivals off to strong start in 2026, up 9.6% to 7.23 million

Financial Secretary Paul Chan says 1.43 million mainland Chinese visitors expected during Lunar New Year holiday, up 6 per cent from last year.

Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong set for Lunar New Year tourism bump with 6% rise in mainland visitors

Up to 1.4 million mainland visitors will set foot in city during holiday, according to Travel Industry Council projections.

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Tourists pose for pictures at Golden Bauhinia Square in Wan Chai. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong tourism minister aims for more than 50 million visitors in 2026

Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law optimistic about increase in tourist arrivals over Lunar New Year holiday.

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A lion dance group rehearses ahead of the 2025 Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade on Canton Road in Tsim Sha Tsui. Photo: Eugene Lee
Hong Kong

2016 trends from Pokemon Go to poke bowls amid viral internet nostalgia

Looking back at 2016 is viral online, but what was hot back then? We look at food, travel, health and pop culture trends from a decade ago.

Singapore

Set-jetting to Singapore: how K-pop is driving new tourism push

Ticket sales for K-pop events in Singapore increased by about 250 per cent between 2022 and 2024.

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