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Hong Kong draws over 1 million mainland ‘golden week’ visitors but spending lags
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5/6/2026

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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5/4/2026

‘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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Mainland Chinese Visitors Flock to Hong Kong for Labour Day Golden Week, Many Heading to Countryside
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5/1/2026AI summary

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·5/1/2026AI summary

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.

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Hong Kong Prepares for 980,000 Mainland Visitors During Labour Day Golden Week
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Travel·4/20/2026AI summary

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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