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Construction progresses at a site in the Lok Ma Chau Loop. Photo: Silvia Siu
Secretary for Development Bernadette Linn. Photo: Silvia Siu
Hong Kong economy

Northern Metropolis supply will not hit office sector, development chief says

Incoming supply in the megaproject is primarily for the I&T sector, Bernadette Linn tells lawmakers.

Hong Kong economy

Mainland arrivals beat last year’s ‘golden week’ figures despite shorter holiday

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong’s Wine and Dine Festival to feature extended hours, 10% more booths

Hong Kong transport

Travellers must use authorised buses, taxis at Huanggang Port, authorities say

Residents must use licensed taxi fleets as other ride-hailing services will not be available inside boundary control area.

The buffer area for urban and New Territories taxis waiting to pick up passengers at the Huanggang Port. Photo: Handout
Large signs indicate where to locate different public bus routes at the Huanggang Port. Photo: Handout
The Huanggang Port is expected to begin operations on Monday. Photo: Silvia Siu
Hong Kong property

Why Japanese, South Korean, Thai brands are setting up shop in Hong Kong again

Brands from the three overseas markets account for 36 per cent of new entrants, matching mainland Chinese retailers, amid tourism recovery.

Hong Kong society

Registration on both sides of border needed for Huanggang ‘joint clearance’

Around 100,000 travellers a day are expected to use the revamped crossing when operations begin.

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Hong Kong environmental issues

Greenpeace catches Hong Kong geopark ‘golden week’ visitors damaging marine life

Green group urges visitor caps after recording incidents of damaging behaviour across popular nature spots during holiday period.

Greenpeace recorded more than 100 incidents of visitors collecting marine life and coral remains at Hap Mun Bay in a single day during "golden week". Photo: Greenpeace
Hong Kong society

Authorities investigate viral drone footage of National Day fireworks display

Hong Kong’s Civil Aviation Department investigating suspected illegal drone flight over Victoria Harbour after mainland Chinese visitor posts fireworks footage.

Mainland China

Mainland Chinese arrivals to Hong Kong surged at start of ‘golden week’ holiday

City enjoyed initial rush of visitors on National Day before arrival growth eased, with lawmaker calling for more nighttime events.

Hong Kong society

1,500 Hong Kong residents tour revamped Huanggang Port border crossing

Members of the public learn about public transport arrangements, immigration and customs clearance, and passenger-friendly facilities.

The Huanggang Port crossing is expected to open in October. Photo: Edmond So
Golden week

Restaurant business grows 10% on first 2 days of break as arrivals top 2018 peak

Tourism chief confident city will reach annual target of 53.8 million visitors earlier than expected.

Mainland Chinese tourists pack the Avenue of Stars in Tsim Sha Tsui during the National Day Golden Week holiday, turning the waterfront landmark into one of Hong Kong’s busiest photo spots.
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Hong Kong economy

Consumer spending picks up in Hong Kong, with retail sales rising 5.6% in August

Sales in the first eight months of 2026 rise by 8.5 per cent compared with the same period last year.

Hong Kong economy

Mainland tourists pack Hong Kong stores, but retailers report modest spending

Visitors hunt for gold, outdoor gear and rare books, citing favourable exchange rate, while others keep tight grip on purse strings.

Golden week

Rain dampens visitor numbers at Hong Kong attractions on day 2 of ‘golden week’

Wet weather keeps Peak Tram queues short and drives visitors indoors, but mainland Chinese tourists still plan to spend three to four days in city.

Rain keeps visitor numbers low at Hong Kong attractions on the second day of mainland China's National Day "golden week" break. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Golden week

Extended Victoria Park lantern show attracts thousands for National Day

Many people arrive early to avoid huge crowds after social posts warned of past overcrowding at the International Lantern Spectacular.

Crowds gather to see the lantern festival in Victoria Park. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Golden week

National Day: Hongkongers visit Shenzhen for shopping and 60cm egg tarts

Residents head north to enjoy trending treats, cheap wellness services and warehouse grocery runs over public holiday.

Hong Kong economy

Hong Kong’s National Day perks draw locals, surprise tourists

Diners at Tai Hing Restaurant praise discount drive, with one saying: ‘The bill went from HK$89 to HK$62. It’s a bargain’.

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Hong Kong society

Fully booked but half-empty: more than 1,200 no-shows at Po Pin Chau on National Day

Majority of people who registered to visit volcanic rock attraction fail to show as real-name booking system put to test.

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Tourists visit Po Pin Chau at the start of the National Day “golden week” holiday. Photo: Edmond So
Golden week

Retailers expect ‘golden week’ sales growth, but trade groups warn of modest gains

About 1.29 million mainland Chinese visitors are expected over holiday, but trade groups say cautious spending could limit gains across wider sector.

Wealth management

Hong Kong banks set lures for golden week visitors despite new levies

Lenders are confident the mainland-related wealth business will remain a pillar for the industry regardless of Beijing’s tax crackdown.

Golden week

Cheap and illegal: mainland Chinese pitch services in Hong Kong on social media

Despite recent crackdown, mainland operators use RedNote to offer tour guide or photography services in city ahead of ‘golden week’ break.

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Tourists at the Victoria Harbour waterfront in Tsim Sha Tsui. Authorities expect to welcome 1.29 million visitors from across the border during the "golden week" break. Photo: Kit Lai
Mainland China

Hong Kong turns Halloween into month-long event with street parties, free rides

Street celebrations to run across three consecutive Saturdays in Central, Lan Kwai Fong and other areas under new Tourism Board drive.

Costumed performers pose at the Tourism Board’s press conference for Halloween Month in North Point. Photo: Silvia Siu
Hong Kong culture

Video | Disgusting Food Museum comes to Hong Kong

Visitors are handed a vomit bag upon entry and can taste selected foods at the end of the exhibition.

Mainland China

5 things to do over the National Day ‘golden week’ holiday in Hong Kong

From fireworks along Victoria Harbour to cycling through the New Territories, here are five suggestions on how to spend the holiday.

Hong Kong

Can Hong Kong protect its eco-sensitive sites amid ‘golden week’ influx fears?

City bracing for 1.29 million mainland visitors, with places such as Po Pin Chau, Cheung Chau and Wong Mau Chau topping travel itineraries.

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Scenic Po Pin Chau is among the most talked-about holiday spots on online platforms. Photo: Dickson Lee
Hong Kong society

Hong Kong checkpoints to handle 7.44 million passenger trips for National Day break

Immigration Department says figure includes inbound and outbound trips by Hongkongers and visitors using sea, land and air control points.

Revellers enjoy last year’s National Day fireworks display in Hong Kong. Photo: Eugene Lee
Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong cracks down on tourists abusing visas to run one-stop shop services

Immigration Department says four women, aged 20 to 31, arrested for allegedly breaching conditions of stay to offer tourist services.

Golden week

Mainland Chinese visitors make 439,532 trips to Hong Kong over Mid-Autumn break

Tourism industry representative also expects hotel occupancy of over 90 per cent in popular districts for coming National Day ‘golden week’.

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