Investigation reveals ultra-low-priced Hong Kong tour packages (as low as 48 yuan/$7) remain common despite tighter regulations, with the Travel Industry Authority recently revoking a travel agency licence over suspected coerced shopping cases. The practice raises concerns ahead of Labour Day golden week holiday (May 1-5).
Hong Kong's tourism secretary Rosanna Law Shuk-pui announced stepped-up enforcement against coerced shopping, unlicensed tour guides and unfair sales practices during the Labour Day golden week holiday (May 1-5). The government expects 980,000 mainland travellers, a 7% increase from last year, with hotel occupancy exceeding 90%. The Travel Industry Authority will increase patrols to protect visitors and the Agriculture Department will manage crowds at countryside hotspots.
Hong Kong will increase law enforcement against coerced shopping, unlicensed tour guides and unfair sales practices during China's Labour Day golden week (May 1-5), Tourism Secretary Rosanna Law announced. The city expects 980,000 mainland visitors, a 7% increase from last year, with hotel occupancy rates projected to exceed 90%.
