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Hong Kong draws over 1 million mainland ‘golden week’ visitors but spending lags

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6/5/2026

Hong Kong draws over 1 million mainland ‘golden week’ visitors but spending lags

Hong Kong received more than 1 million mainland Chinese visitors during the five-day Labour Day “golden week” holiday, a 10 per cent rise from a year ago, exceeding government expectations, but industry leaders said their spending was uneven. Immigration Department data showed the city recorded 1.01 million mainland visitor arrivals between May 1 and 5, surpassing the forecast of 980,000. Chief Secretary Eric Chan Kwok-ki said on Wednesday some shopping centre operators had reported year-on-year...

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

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4/5/2026

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

Hong Kong recorded a 4.8 per cent increase in mainland Chinese visitors in the first three days of the Labour Day “Golden Week” holiday, but industry players warned that uneven spending and more flexible travel patterns could weigh on business despite hotel occupancy rates potentially reaching 90 per cent. Immigration Department data showed mainlanders made 714,765 visits into the city between May 1 and 3, up by about 4.8 per cent from 682,114 in the same period last year. Total visitor...

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Ultra-low-priced Hong Kong tour packages under scrutiny after agency licence revoked

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Travel·4/5/2026Resumen IA

Ultra-low-priced Hong Kong tour packages under scrutiny after agency licence revoked

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 sees 13% rise in mainland visitors for Labour Day holiday start

Hong Kong recorded a 13% year-on-year increase in mainland Chinese visitors on the first day of the Labour Day holiday, though local restaurant operators report that tourists are spending more cautiously.

Hong Kong Records 13% Rise in Mainland Visitors During Labour Day Golden Week

Hong Kong saw 251,212 mainland Chinese visitors on the first day of the Labour Day golden week holiday, a 13% increase year-on-year. Meanwhile, 430,862 Hongkongers left the city, representing a 45% surge from last year's 296,273. Total cross-border trips reached 1.32 million.

Mainland Chinese Visitors Flock to Hong Kong for Labour Day Golden Week, Many Heading to Countryside

Hong Kong recorded over 76,000 trips by mainland Chinese visitors on the first morning of the five-day Labour Day golden week, with many heading to the countryside for scenic views while others opted for city walks. Early arrivals traveled from Changsha to hike the MacLehose Trail, with 18-year-old university student Chen Hongjie planning a two-night camping trip along the trail.

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Hong Kong Catering Sector Expects 5% Business Boost During Labour Day Golden Week

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Business·1/5/2026Resumen IA

Hong Kong Catering Sector Expects 5% Business Boost During Labour Day Golden Week

Hong Kong's catering sector anticipates a 5% year-on-year business increase during the Labour Day golden week (May 1-5), driven by mainland Chinese visitors' growing interest in hiking and sailing yachts. Industry leaders say the trend is benefiting seafood restaurants in Sai Kung and outlying islands, while Middle East tensions inadvertently helping by pushing travelers toward shorter regional trips.

Mainland tourists shift from Victoria Peak to curated citywalks in Hong Kong

Hong Kong anticipates 980,000 mainland Chinese visitors during the Labour Day golden week (May 1-5), up 7% year-on-year. Social media platform RedNote is driving a shift away from traditional attractions like Victoria Peak toward curated "citywalk" itineraries featuring heritage sites, exhibitions, cafes and carefully timed photo spots.

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Hong Kong Prepares for 980,000 Mainland Visitors During Labour Day Golden Week

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Travel·20/4/2026Resumen IA

Hong Kong Prepares for 980,000 Mainland Visitors During Labour Day Golden Week

Hong Kong expects 980,000 inbound trips from mainland Chinese visitors during the Labour Day golden week (May 1-5), a 7% increase from last year's 919,000. The Immigration Department announced Monday that authorities will deploy additional manpower and transport capacity, with the Travel Industry Authority estimating about 770 mainland tour groups will visit. Chief Secretary Eric Chan Kwok-ki chaired an interdepartmental meeting to coordinate preparations, including round-the-clock environmental enforcement at popular camping spots.

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