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Image of a Cathay Pacific aircraft taking off from the Hong Kong International Airport in Chek Lap Kok. Photo: SCMP/Felix Wong
China travel

China’s Shenzhen, Guangzhou airports break pre-Covid records

Domestic and international traffic up, as air travel in Greater Bay Area goes from strength to strength – but analysts warn of challenges ahead.

Travel Destinations

How South Korea’s first jazz bar still sets the tempo nearly 50 years on

Indonesia

Thailand-Cambodia row benefits Bali, as tourists trade temples for beaches

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Hong Kong property

Mainland Chinese hotel brands set to reshape Hong Kong’s hospitality scene

Chinese operators are expanding their footprint in Hong Kong, a major destination for mainland travellers, analysts say.

The exterior of a hotel in Tsim Sha Tsui. Photo: Jelly Tse
China property

Super-rich investors eye Shanghai hotels for scarcity value, tourism appeal

High-net-worth individuals and corporate investors accounted for 88 per cent of all property deals in Shanghai last quarter, according to JLL.

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Climate change

Opinion | When travellers think sustainability, make them think Greater Bay Area

The joint efforts of policymakers, businesses and young people can help visitors turn climate action into everyday action.

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Responsible travel

Opinion | Are we globalising ourselves out of community?

Globalisation is here to stay, but it doesn’t have to come at the expense of local identities, people's livelihoods and the environment.

Locals and tourists in Phra Nakhon si Ayutthaya, Thailand, celebrate Songkran, the country’s new year festival, as elephants spray water on partygoers on April 13. Photo: Getty Images
Asia travel

Want to stay in a tree house for adults? Check out Seoul’s new forest retreat

Surak Hyu offers three tree houses with panoramic forest views and skylights giving vistas of the stars. We spent a night in one.

Hong Kong tourism

John Lee vows to make Hong Kong ‘preferred destination’ after 12% tourist surge

City welcomed 23.6 million tourists between January and June, 17.8 million of them came from mainland China.

Japan

Passport puzzle: what is keeping Japanese from overseas travel?

Weak yen, rising flight costs and heightened safety concerns among reasons for only 17.5 per cent of Japanese holding a passport, study finds.

Mount Fuji pictured in the background as people walk along a bridge connecting stores at a popular shopping centre in the city of Gotemba, Shizuoka prefecture, some 100km southwest of Tokyo. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong tourism

Opinion | Hong Kong must ensure tourism works for both visitors and locals

Tailored strategies, crowd management, sustainable growth and the preservation of local culture will benefit both visitors and locals.

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“Hong Kong: Through the Looking Glass Miniature Exhibition” at The Peak Tower on April 23. This event, supported by the Tourism Board’s pilot scheme for characteristic local tourism events, showcases 24 miniature art pieces, including Kai Tak Stadium, Kowloon Walled City and Night Vibes: Temple Street. Photo: May Tse
Hong Kong economy

‘Hometown flavours’ on menu at popular Hong Kong shopping festival

Zone with specialties and cultural elements from 10 mainland provinces and cities added to Hong Kong Brands and Products Shopping Festival.

Asia travel

How the Bone Healer might help you see a different side of Bali

A visit to a medicine man puts one pain-ridden writer on the road to the best of Bali’s less-visited attractions.

Hong Kong culture

Editorial | Hong Kong should support its hawkers, not let them disappear

As an integral part of Hong Kong’s culinary culture, hawkers shouldn’t have to choose between retirement and the future of their business.

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Ninety-two-year-old licensed hawker Chan Tak-ching tends to her stall in Hong Kong’s Lai Chi Kok district on July 7. Hong Kong should heed calls to revamp its rules governing hawker licences. Photo: Sun Yeung
Travel news and advice

Worried about travel safety in 2025? Expert tips to stay protected

Global geopolitical instability has many travellers worried about their safety. We ask security experts how to travel more safely this year.

A view of the Saint Peter's Basilica in Vatican a day after Leo XIV election, in Rome, Italy on May 9, 2025. (Photo by Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
Malaysia

Chinese tourists seek hidden gems in Penang, drawn by seafood and durians

Visa waiver, direct flights and local flavours drive travel boom in the Malaysian state as more visitors explore ‘quieter places’.

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Food and Drinks

Craving a cup of Italian coffee in Venice? Your barista may be Chinese

Cafes run by Chinese migrants have become a common sight in Italy, but behind each cup of coffee is a bittersweet story of cultural identity.

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Locals' Guide

Insiders’ guide to Sri Lanka’s Southern Province

Galle Fort and the southern beaches are on the itinerary for many visitors, but the surrounding area also has much to offer.

The architecture of Sri Lanka’s Galle Fort blends European, Muslim and South Asian traditions. Photo: Shutterstock
Indonesia

Rabies fears rise in Bali as tourist hotspots declared ‘red zones’

Officials say the recorded number of dog bites in the affected areas remains low but the risk of the disease spreading is still high.

Indonesia

This Indonesian city with a big Chinatown was voted Asia’s best cheap holiday

Surabaya is Indonesia’s affordable gem with rich culture and nearby adventures, offers budget-friendly stays.

Indonesia

Indonesia’s recurring tragedy: deadly boat fire fuels urgent reform calls

The fire off an island in Sulawesi, which killed at least five people, joins the list of boat disasters in Indonesia in recent years.

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The KM Barcelona 5 ferry after a fire broke out while on its way to Manado, Indonesia, on Sunday. Photo: AFP
Hong Kong tourism

‘Hong Kong Summer Viva’ campaign heats up with new offers to boost tourism

Tourism Board unveils additions to campaign including dining and tourist attractions as available offers increase from 150 to more than 260.

Among the “Hong Kong Summer Viva” offers are 50 complimentary early park entry passes from the city’s Disneyland Resort as part of its 20th anniversary celebrations. Photo: Nora Tam
Asia travel

Planning a Hong Kong staycation? 6 hotels turning up the summer fun

From food and drink festivals to music to pet- and family-friendly staycation deals, these hotels offer treats without the hassle of travel.

United States

Argentina eases visa requirements for Chinese nationals in new overture to Beijing

Move comes as President Milei seeks to shift foreign policy amid delayed US trade talks.

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Travel Destinations

7 of the best stadium tours in Europe, from Camp Nou to Tottenham Hotspur

These famous arenas offer more than just sports, with activities including zip-lining, architecture tours, VR experiences and gourmet meals.

Berlin’s Olympiastadion is bathed in colour for its “Light Experience Tour”. Visitors can also explore the stadium on tours focusing on history, sports and architecture. Photo: Reiher & Seidel/Olympiastadion Berlin/dpa
Japan

‘Are you from Japan?’ If not, that’s US$2 per entry to this temple

‘It is not discrimination,’ Nanzoin Temple’s head monk said, insisting that the money was needed to address tourists’ nuisance behaviour.

Nanzoin temple in Fukuoka prefecture, known for its 41-metre long reclining Buddha statue, has been charging foreign visitors since May. Photo: Shutterstock
China property

Shangri-La luxury brand lures Chinese tourists with unique cultural experiences

‘Affluent Chinese travellers, particularly millennials and Gen Z in mainland China, are reshaping the meaning of luxury,’ hotelier says.

Vietnam

Anxious wait for families of the missing in ‘devastating’ Vietnam boat sinking

‘I don’t think I have experienced this scene before. This may be the worst accident ever in Ha Long Bay,’ a security guard says.

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