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Hong Kong aviation

Opinion | How the goalposts have shifted on Hong Kong aviation

Success was once measured by how far local airlines could fly. Now, it’s about how effectively global networks intersect here to power the wider economy.

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Hong Kong society

2 Hong Kong travel agencies, guide stripped of licences over ‘coerced shopping’

Hong Kong culture

Letters | Are we preserving the Hong Kong tourists come here for?

Mainland China

Hong Kong to review bookings for famous Sai Kung trail after high no-show rate

Only 1,560 registered and walk-in patrons arrived at Po Pin Chau on Saturday and Sunday, despite 3,230 people making bookings.

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A booking system for Po Pin Chau, introduced on September 5, is in effect on Saturdays and Sundays until September 20. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong economy

Red tape, high cost: can Hong Kong’s new yacht scheme chart a smoother course?

Participants sailing to Guangdong province’s Dongao Island say voyage was eventful although bureaucracy and costs were hurdles.

Hong Kong society

Signalling fault disrupts Hong Kong high-speed rail service, delaying 15 trains

Rail services have since resumed after 45-minute disruption to northbound trips on Sunday morning, Transport Department says.

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Hong Kong transport

Overhead display left dangling at airport’s Terminal 2, investigation under way

Airport Authority says a maintenance team promptly attended to the malfunctioning screen and cordoned off the area.

A maintenance team has attended to the malfunctioning screen at Terminal 2. Photo: Nora Tam
Hong Kong economy

Dairy Queen to return to Hong Kong with 4 stores. Is it scooping up cheap rents?

American ice cream chain says flagship store to open in Causeway Bay in November, followed by three other outlets across city.

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Hong Kong

Hong Kong Disneyland Hotel to close from October 12 for major renovation

Victorian-style property, open since 2005, will feature Disney movie-themed rooms in makeover, with no reopening date set.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong proposes grade 2 heritage status for Kennedy Town selfie spot sea wall

Heritage assessment panel proposes listing New Praya’s century-old sea wall as historic structure amid plans to build new pedestrian walkway.

New Praya’s historic sea wall in Kennedy Town, a popular selfie spot, has been proposed for grade two status. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong society

Historic Hong Kong pawn shop gets new lease on life as vibrant community space

One Bite Social and Lion Rock Heritage Foundation transform Chun On Pawn Shop into pop-up community and exhibition space.

The decades-old Chun On Pawn Shop in Wan Chai has been transformed into a pop-up community hub. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong to mark National Day with 23-minute fireworks show featuring sunflowers

HK$18 million show on October 1 will feature 31,888 pyrotechnic shells exploding over Victoria Harbour celebrating nation’s achievements.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong retail sales rise 4.5% in July, marking 15th straight month of growth

Retail sales value for the month reaches HK$31 billion, with momentum remaining ‘resilient’.

Hong Kong society

Hongkongers can use either ID or home return permit at revamped Huanggang Port

Security chief Chris Tang reveals arrangement after massive drill at border crossing, which could open next month.

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More than 20,000 civil servants participated in a drill to test the new Huanggang Port building’s capacity. Photo: Karma Lo
Hong Kong culture

Expanded Mid-Autumn Festival lantern show to light up city. Here’s what to see

International Lantern Spectacular, organised by Hong Kong Tourism Board, among the city’s efforts to entice locals and visitors alike.

A mock-up of the “Shadowlight” lantern display that will go on show in Victoria Park. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong entertainment

US singer Post Malone delays Hong Kong concert, sparking fan complaints

Concert organiser Live Nation Hong Kong says September 16 show at Kai Tak Stadium has been postponed.

Hong Kong

Hong Kong jewellery shop hit with 30-day tour group ban over coerced sales

Kaiser Jewellery International barred from receiving any inbound tour group visitors from Wednesday until September 24.

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Golden week

Hong Kong launches real-name booking system for popular Sai Kung coastal trail

Visitors can make bookings for Po Pin Chau section of High Island Geo Trail on Klook’s website, app and WeChat mini-programme.

Visitors flock to East Dam and Po Pin Chau in Sai Kung on the first day of mainland China’s “golden week” Labour Day holiday. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong

Untapped market: Hong Kong’s craft breweries push for permits to serve guests

Brewers in industrial buildings say licensing rules prevent them from hosting tours and walk-in customers, missing out on tourist revenue.

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Hong Kong

Quota set for visitors to popular Sai Kung coastal trail in first for Hong Kong

Authorities will cap daily visitor numbers at Po Pin Chau section of High Island Geo Trail at 2,000 over several stretches in coming months.

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China travel

From travel warnings to visa fees: why Chinese tourism to Japan is in free fall

Mainland visitors fell more than 56 per cent in July, compounding a slump driven by escalating diplomatic tensions and soaring costs.

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A Chinese tour group cross a road in the Ginza shopping district in Tokyo in November 2025, when Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s comments on Taiwan caused outrage in Beijing. Photo: AFP
Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific to launch direct flights between Hong Kong and Almaty in January

Airline will operate the only non-stop service between Hong Kong and Kazakhstan’s largest city three times a week, with economy fares from HK$2,296.

Cathay Pacific will launch three weekly direct flights between Hong Kong and Almaty in Kazakhstan in January. Photo: Getty Images
Hong Kong

Hong Kong tourist arrivals up 3% in July as bad weather curbs mainland growth

Tourism board says international meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions helped drive an increase in business visitors and arrivals from some source markets.

Hong Kong society

2 more drills planned this month to stress-test revamped Huanggang crossing

Drills involving up to 20,000 civil servants will simulate peak travel flows, security chief says, while earlier exercises uncovered issues.

Hong Kong society

Is Hong Kong character at centre of new Disneyland show a pangolin?

Poppy’s storyline will include nods to life in Hong Kong and see her cross paths with other beloved Pixar characters.

An illustration provided by Hong Kong Disneyland offers up a possible preview of Poppy. Photo: Handout
Hong Kong society

Fraying legacy: Sham Shui Po’s fabric row faces uncertain future as shops bow out

Rising costs and shifting retail trends are pushing out long-established businesses from once-vibrant craft hub on Bead Street.

Clothing and accessories shops in Sham Shui Po are steadily dwindling, making way for the cafes and art galleries increasingly favoured by young people. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong economy

Opinion | Hong Kong’s night economy must focus on after-dark vibes, not events

Organising the biggest spectacles or boasting of the loudest nightlife matters less than understanding why people choose to stay out in the first place.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong raises growth forecast after best half-yearly showing in nearly 5 years

Hong Kong revises full-year economic growth forecast for 2026 to a range of 3.5 to 4.5 per cent.

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