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Hong Kong

Hospitality

Mandarin Oriental, Athens: A new landmark on the Athenian coastline

Kristin Mariano May 26, 2023
 Mandarin Oriental is pleased to announce the development of a new hotel and accompanying residences in Athens. Mandarin Oriental, Athens will be located on the city's shoreline and just a…
Hospitality

Mandarin Oriental announces new luxury residences in Madrid, Spain

Kristin Mariano May 25, 2023
Mandarin Oriental, the award-winning luxury hospitality brand reveals the development of its latest residential project in Madrid. Located on the intersection of Hermosilla Street and…
Airports

Flight over Hong Kong marks grand finale of airline’s support  for HKSAR Government’s ‘Strive and Rise Programme’ 

Kanchan Nath May 23, 2023
Cathay proudly continued its longstanding commitment to supporting youth  development in Hong Kong with the successful return of its popular Cathay  Community Flight.
Hospitality

Shangri-La launches global “Find Your Shangri-La” campaign

Kristin Mariano May 22, 2023
Shangri-La announces the launch of its new "Find Your Shangri-La" global campaign, created to help guests find their personal moments of joy at the luxury hotel chain renowned for its…
Airports

Airport authority gives away air tickets to passengers from Korea, the US and Canada to visit Hong Kong in mid-May

Kanchan Nath May 17, 2023
The “World of Winners” air ticket giveaway campaign organised by Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) is giving away air tickets to travellers from Korea, the United States and Canada to visit…
Airlines and Aviation

5,590 Cathay Pacific Air Tickets to be given away in support of “Hello Hong Kong”

Kanchan Nath May 15, 2023
As part of the “World of Winners” campaign sponsored by Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) that will give away 500,000 free tickets to global visitors, Cathay Pacific will be offering…
Tourism Boards

“Hello Hong Kong” Mega FAM Trip organized for Indian Travel Trade

Kanchan Nath May 4, 2023
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) had successfully concluded the Hello Hong Kong mega familiarisation trip for 35 leading travel brands and industry professionals from across key markets…
Finance

Arta partners with EDG UK as exclusive distributor of digital asset structured products in Hong Kong

Kanchan Nath Apr 27, 2023
Arta TechFin ("ARTA", HKSE: 0279), a hybrid fintech platform bridging traditional financial assets and digital assets ("DA"), partners with Enhanced Digital Group UK Limited ("EDG UK")…
Airports

John Lee visits HKIA Logistics Park developed by AAHK in Dongguan

Kanchan Nath Apr 26, 2023
John Lee, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), and a group of Legislative Council (LegCo) members led by the President of the LegCo, Andrew Leung, visited…
Travel Tech

Hyperchain Technology debuts at InnoEX

Kanchan Nath Apr 21, 2023
From April 12 to 15, InnoEX was held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. This year's show focused on smart city, digital business, artificial intelligence and other key…
Airlines and Aviation

Hong Kong International Airport Kicks Off “World of Winners” Air Ticket Giveaway Campaign in Beijing

Kanchan Nath Apr 19, 2023
Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) hosted an event in Beijing to introduce the "World of Winners" air ticket giveaway campaign to media in the capital city.
Awards

Hong Kong to host ‘Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2023’

Kanchan Nath Apr 13, 2023
Asia’s very best bartenders and drinks industry talent will gather in Hong Kong this July as the city hosts Asia’s 50 Best Bars awards ceremony, one of the region’s most authoritative and…
Airports

Hong Kong International Airport launches luxury concierge for travellers

Kristin Mariano Apr 13, 2023
Hong Kong International Airport’s (HKIA) Luxury Zone has long been renowned as a premier shopping destination for global travellers. Keeping up with this spirit of reinvention and…
Cruise

Hong Kong Reclaims Its Status as Asia’s Cruise Hub

Joe Cusmano Apr 12, 2023
After the pandemic, Hong Kong reopened to reclaim Asia’s leading cruise hub again. The city has now secured 160 ship calls from 16 different cruise lines. Hong Kong is preparing to…
Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Pacific takes major steps towards its sustainability goals

Kanchan Nath Apr 6, 2023
Cathay Pacific Group announces the release of its 2022 Sustainable Development Report, which underscores the Group’s ongoing commitments and progress in achieving its sustainability goals.
Training

Aviation Academy’s Pilot Training Programme leverages home-based carrier support

Kanchan Nath Apr 6, 2023
A new commercial airline pilot training programme organised by the Hong Kong International Aviation Academy (HKIAA) is expected to be launched later this year upon receiving approval from…
MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

HKTDC five lifestyle product shows open in April 2023

Kanchan Nath Apr 3, 2023
Hong Kong, being the world’s premier trade fair capital in Asia, has once again become the go-to destination for business people from around the world.
Airlines and Aviation

HK Express receives first A321neo

Kanchan Nath Mar 31, 2023
Airbus has announced the successful delivery of its first Airbus A321neo to the low-cost carrier HK Express, a member of Cathay Pacific Group based in Hong Kong.
OTAs & Tour Operators

Agoda announces ‘Buy 1, Get 1 Free’ on airfares to Hong Kong

Kanchan Nath Mar 29, 2023
On 1st April online travel platform Agoda is releasing 1,400 flight tickets to Hong Kong from Thailand and Singapore as part of a 'Buy 1, Get 1 Free' deal.
Hotels

Island Shangri-La launches ‘Themed Room Experiences’

Kanchan Nath Mar 15, 2023
Following on from the introduction of its newly enhanced guest rooms and suites, Island Shangri-La has launched a series of unique themed experiences that are sure to delight guests of all…
Hotels

Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong launches dog hotel boarding service

Kristin Mariano Mar 15, 2023
Building on its reputation as one of the city’s most popular hotels for “dogcations”, Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong has launched a first-of-its-kind dog hotel boarding service,…
Airlines and Aviation

Greater Bay Airlines Places Order For 15 Boeing 737 MAX

Joe Cusmano Mar 9, 2023
Greater Bay Airlines (GBA) of Hong Kong and Boeing announced an order for 15 737-9 planes. The agreement also includes a commitment to purchase five 787 Dreamliners to assist GBA’s…
Cruise

Cruise Saudi Buys HK Genting World Dream

Joe Cusmano Mar 9, 2023
Dream Cruises’ World Dream, the last remaining vessel from the defunct Genting Hong Kong operation, was sold in Singapore. Cruise Saudi has confirmed that it has bought the ship; while…
Hotels

The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel Hong Kong launches Hong Kong Sevens Offers

Kanchan Nath Mar 7, 2023
To celebrate the return of the Hong Kong Sevens Tournament at the Hong Kong Stadium from 31 March to 2 April 2023, The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel Hong Kong joins hands with for the first…
Hotels

Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong, Women In Work launch “You Are A Shero” campaign

Kristin Mariano Mar 7, 2023
Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong and Women in Work (WIW) pay tribute to women’s achievements this International Women’s Day, with a series of activities to recognise that all women…
Hotels

A Restriction-FREE 2023: Ovolo Hong Kong celebrates

Kanchan Nath Mar 6, 2023
Ovolo Southside in Hong Kong is offering one thousand premium hotel rooms for just HK$945 (approx. USD 120.39) per night, with a portion of sales going to the much-loved local charity Love…
Attractions & Tours

The Debut of Phyllida Barlow’s “untitled: folly; baubles” in Asia at K11 MUSEA in Hong Kong

Kanchan Nath Feb 28, 2023
K11 Group and K11 Art Foundation have brought the first in Asia debut of Phyllida Barlow's "untitled: folly; baubles" to K11 MUSEA.
Hotels

A first glimpse at the reimagined Regent Hong Kong

Kanchan Nath Feb 28, 2023
 As it starts preparing for its grand reopening in June 2023, Regent Hong Kong shares the first glimpse of its stunning transformation
Airports

‘World of Winners’ by AAHK

Kanchan Nath Feb 27, 2023
 As part of the “World of Winners” campaign sponsored by Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK), where 500,000 free tickets are being offered to global visitors, Cathay Pacific will be offering…
Airports

AAHK welcomes budget speech’s support to airport city development

Kanchan Nath Feb 27, 2023
Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) welcomes the Financial Secretary’s support in the Budget Speech 2023/24 to the developments at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) under the Airport…
Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Pacific brings more exciting ‘Hong Kong Flavours’ to the skies

Kristin Mariano Feb 24, 2023
Cathay Pacific is bringing new delights to its inflight “Hong Kong Flavours”concept with thoughtfully designed menus created together with Michelin-starred local restaurant Duddell’s to…
Attractions & Tours

Tai Sang Land development celebrates golden jubilee

Kanchan Nath Feb 22, 2023
Tai Sang Land has sailed through the peaks and troughs alongside Hong Kong for over half a century.
Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Pacific Group partners with Vocational Training Council to nurture talent

Kanchan Nath Feb 20, 2023
The Cathay Pacific Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with  the Vocational Training Council (VTC) of Hong Kong to jointly nurture a new  generation of talent
Hospitality

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts enriched living in Rosewood Residences Turtle Creek In Dallas

Kristin Mariano Feb 20, 2023
Turtle Creek, Dallas, is where the Rosewood story began. A peaceful, walkable neighborhood surrounded by grand parks and close to Dallas’s most celebrated sites, it’s not only one of the…
Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Pacific continues to rebuild and restore

Kanchan Nath Feb 17, 2023
Cathay Pacific today released its traffic figures for January 2023, which showed positive signs as the airline continues to rebuild and restore connectivity at the Hong Kong international…
Hong Kong

Naxos Channel now on Cathay Pacific’s  in-flight entertainment 

Kanchan Nath Feb 16, 2023
Naxos Music Group has teamed up with Cathay Pacific in  launching the Naxos Channel on the airline’s in-flight entertainment system from February 2023  onwards.
MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

Hong Kong welcomes all!

Kanchan Nath Feb 13, 2023
As all border control requirements involving quarantine, vaccination and pre-departure PCR testing have been lifted for visitors from the Mainland, Taiwan and overseas, Hong Kong is…
Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Pacific’s ‘The Deck’ is now open

Kristin Mariano Feb 8, 2023
Cathay Pacific is excited to announce the reopening today of The Deck lounge at Hong Kong International Airport, giving customers more ways to relax and pamper themselves before their…
Tourism

“Hello Hong Kong” launches with 500,000 free air tickets and city-wide offers

Kristin Mariano Feb 6, 2023
Hong Kong is ready to welcome visitors from all around the world once again with open arms and open doors. With the launch of the global promotional campaign “Hello Hong Kong,” Hong Kong…
Finance

Alipay and AlipayHK cross-border transactions rebound

Kanchan Nath Feb 1, 2023
China’s outbound and inbound travels showed fast and resilient rebounds during the recent long holiday to commence the year of the Rabbit, as witnessed by strong growth of popular…
Cruise

After Three Years, Hong Kong Welcomes International Cruises

Joe Cusmano Jan 23, 2023
Hong Kong has welcomed its first ship carrying overseas passengers since the shutdown began in 2019. The easing of pandemic restrictions and the re-opening has allowed for this restart.…
Airlines and Aviation

Emirates to resume daily non-stop Dubai-Hong Kong service

Kanchan Nath Jan 20, 2023
Emirates will ramp up frequencies to Hong Kong with a daily non-stop service from its Dubai hub, starting from 29 March 2023, adding to its existing daily flight from Dubai to Hong Kong via…
Airports

HKIA passenger traffic picks up in 2022 as travel restrictions ease

Kanchan Nath Jan 18, 2023
Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) today released the 2022 traffic figures for Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA).
Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Pacific welcomes quarantine-free travel and will more than double its flights to the Chinese Mainland

Kristin Mariano Jan 9, 2023
Cathay Pacific welcomes the Hong Kong SAR Government’s latest measures to facilitate quarantine-free travel between Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland, as well as the lifting of transit…
Eturbo News

Pet hamsters are ok: Hong Kong lifts COVID-19 small animal ban

Harry Johnson Jan 7, 2023 0
Hong Kong health officials banned imported hamsters and other small mammals of foreign origin in January of 2022 Pet hamsters are ok: Hong Kong lifts COVID-19 small animal ban
Charity / Sustainability / CSR

Families visit Ocean Park Hong Kong during Christmas

Kanchan Nath Jan 5, 2023
Trip.com and Save the Children Hong Kong invited 66 local families living in Sham Shui Po to visit Ocean Park Hong Kong on 23 December, 2022, and to provide more opportunities for…
Global

ONYX Hospitality Group expands its footprint with the opening of Y Hotel in Hong Kong

Kristin Mariano Jan 2, 2023
ONYX Hospitality Group continues the expansion of its portfolio with the launch of Y Hotel Hong Kong. The 96-room Y Hotel, set along the tram line in the Sheung Wan area - a…
Tourism

Hong Kong’s restrictions are lifted

Kristin Mariano Dec 30, 2022
The Hong Kong SAR Government announced the lifting of all mandatory PCR test requirements for inbound travellers upon arrival in Hong Kong, as well as the lifting of Vaccine Pass which…
Japan

Japan restricts China, Hong Kong & Macao arrivals from  30 December

Kanchan Nath Dec 29, 2022
Japan has decided to restrict arrivals from China or those who have been in China in the previous 7 days, effective December 30, 2022.
Global

Hong Kong Eases Further Covid Restrictions For Travellers

Joe Cusmano Dec 22, 2022
Hong Kong has further relaxed its covid-19 restrictions and bans international tourists from visiting bars and restaurants in the first three days. As part of its gradual shift from…
Global

HKTB launches global promotions to attract visitors

Kanchan Nath Dec 22, 2022
Dr Pang Yiu-kai, Chairman of Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), expressed warm welcomes towards the Government’s announcement of removing the amber code for inbound visitors.
Airlines and Aviation

Cathay participates in ‘Strive and Rise Programme’

Kanchan Nath Dec 22, 2022
Some 1,600 students and mentors to visit Cathay’s facilities as part of the Hong Kong SAR Government’s youth development initiative.
Sports Tourism

Hong Kong Cyclothon returns

Kanchan Nath Dec 20, 2022
After a four-year hiatus, the Hong Kong Cyclothon successfully concluded at the roaring cheers from excited spectators for thousands of cyclists participating the cycling extravaganza on 18…
OTAs & Tour Operators

Trip.com sees HK inbound/outbound search surge following eased restrictions

Kristin Mariano Dec 19, 2022
Following the Hong Kong Government’s announcement on further easing restrictions on 13 December, inbound searches for flights to Hong Kong on Trip.com recorded a 2004% increase as compared…
Eturbo News

Hong Kong aborts amber travel code

Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor Dec 16, 2022 0
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) welcomed the government’s announcement of removing the amber code for inbound visitors. Hong Kong aborts amber travel code
Eturbo News

Hong Kong Travel Warning: Tourism Exodus & Invasion Imminent

Juergen T Steinmetz Dec 15, 2022 0
Hong Kong Tourism is ready. All indication are pointing to a record expxlosion for inbound and outbound tourism from and to the Chinese Territory. Hong Kong Travel Warning: Tourism Exodus…
Tourism

Hong Kong Tourism Is Struggling As COVID-19 Limitations Continue

Joe Cusmano Dec 14, 2022
Experts claim that Hong Kong’s ongoing pandemic restrictions have not effectively stopped the spread of COVID-19, and the city is now fighting to restore its tourism industry. Despite…
Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Pacific’s First class is back

Kanchan Nath Dec 14, 2022
Customers can once again enjoy its elevated First class service on select popular flights. As Cathay Pacific continues to add more flights
Eturbo News

Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Center important announcement

Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor Dec 14, 2022 0
HKCEC is ready to welcome back international events and visitors with lifting of restrictions for inbound visitors. Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Center important announcement
Eturbo News

Hong Kong Travel and Tourism Reopens

Juergen T Steinmetz Dec 13, 2022 0
The travel and tourism industry in Hongkong has been anxious. As of Wednesday this Chinese city is opening for foreign visitors again. Hong Kong Travel and Tourism Reopens
Eturbo News

Business events return to Hong Kong in 2023 with four trade shows

Harry Johnson Dec 12, 2022 0
HKTB aims to spur the recovery of the MICE industry in Hong Kong and consolidate Hong Kong's position as a preferred MICE destination. Business events return to Hong Kong in 2023 with four…
Charity / Sustainability / CSR

“Christmas dreams come true” charity programme

Kanchan Nath Dec 7, 2022
This year, Marco Polo Hotels – Hong Kong will once again host its Christmas Dreams Come True charity programme to support the Children’s Cancer Foundation (CCF).
Airlines and Aviation

Introducing Cathay’s first retail space

Kristin Mariano Dec 6, 2022
Cathay is excited to announce the opening of its first experiential retail space that brings an innovative “online to offline to online” shopping experience to our customers and members.…
Hong Kong

Business of Design Week 2022 Summit opens in Hong Kong

Kanchan Nath Dec 5, 2022
Business of Design Week (BODW) 2022, Asia’s premier annual event on design, innovation and brands, returns with a star-studded BODW Summit premiers featuring over 90 speakers from 14…
Hospitality

Mandarin Oriental to open new luxury resort and residences in Vietnam

Kristin Mariano Dec 2, 2022
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced that it will manage a new resort with branded residences in Phu Yen province, one of Vietnam’s coastal regions of outstanding natural beauty.…
Hong Kong

“Sai Kung Hoi Arts Festival” blends nature and art

Kanchan Nath Dec 1, 2022
The “Sai Kung Hoi Arts Festival” (the Arts Festival) is a three-year arts project organised by Tourism Commission, supported by Hong Kong Geopark and curated by One Bite Design Studio. T
Airports

The third runway at Hong Kong International Airport officially commissions

Kanchan Nath Nov 28, 2022
The third runway at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) was officially commissioned marking a key milestone of the airport’s expansion into a Three-runway System (3RS).  
Hospitality

Le Méridien Hong Kong, Cyberport transformed into five-star lifestyle hotel

Kristin Mariano Nov 28, 2022
Le Méridien Hong Kong, Cyberport is delighted to announce its reopening following an extensive renovation. The comprehensive transformation includes newly designed guestrooms,…
MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

‘Smart Cities’ Leaders forum closes with great success

Kanchan Nath Nov 24, 2022
Supported by the Consulate General of Vietnam in Hong Kong, hosted by CT Group, and organised by New Media Foundation and Aliquantum Group, "Vietnam - Hong Kong: New Vision · New…
Airlines and Aviation

The Cathay Pacific Green Friday sale returns!

Kristin Mariano Nov 23, 2022
Cathay Pacific is offering exclusive fare prices to some of the best locations in Asia Pacific. Once again the airline is offsetting double the carbon emissions, free of charge, for…
Eturbo News

Marriott Bonvoy Launches Curated Stay Experiences in Hong Kong to Celebrate Gay Games 11 Hong Kong 2023

Harry Johnson Nov 21, 2022 0
As Platinum sponsor for Gay Games 11 Hong Kong 2023 (GGHK), Marriott Bonvoy – Marriott International’s extraordinary portfolio of 30 hotel brands, award-winning loyalty program, and endless…
Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Pacific to resume 70% of pre-COVID passenger capacity by end of 2023

Kanchan Nath Nov 15, 2022
The Cathay Pacific Group – comprising passenger airlines Cathay Pacific and HK Express – is committed to restoring passenger capacity and connectivity in the Hong Kong aviation hub to serve…
Airports

Passenger traffic at HKIA continues to pick up in October

Kanchan Nath Nov 14, 2022
Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) announced the air traffic figures of Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) for October 2022.
Global

AAHK and Zhuhai Municipal Government sign MoU

Kanchan Nath Nov 10, 2022
Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) and Zhuhai Municipal Government today signed the “Zhuhai Municipal Government and AAHK Cooperation Memorandum of Understanding” (MoU) to strengthen the…
Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Pacific Has Resumed Overflight Of Russian Airspace

Joe Cusmano Nov 9, 2022
As of November 1st, Bloomberg reported that Cathay Pacific had resumed some routes that previously involved flying across Russian airspace. As a result, for the first time since…
Consumer

Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival returns in November

Kanchan Nath Nov 7, 2022
The festival Presents Hong Kong’s Hottest Dining Experiences with Local Flavours 50,000 Free E-Coupons Up for Grabs to Invite the Public and Visitors to “Taste Around Town”.
Eturbo News

Hong Kong Airlines resumes Okinawa and Sapporo flights

Harry Johnson Nov 3, 2022 0
Hong Kong Airlines celebrated the resumption of its service toOkinawa on 2 November, following a long wait of two years. Known as the “Hawaii of Japan”, Okinawa is the airline’s third…
Airports

Sky Bridge opens at HKIA

Kanchan Nath Nov 2, 2022
Passengers can conveniently travel between Terminal 1 (T1) and T1 Satellite Concourse (T1S) at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) via Sky Bridge, a new 200m-long and 28m-high footbridge…
Tourism Boards

Hong Kong’s latest not-to-be-missed sports events

Kristin Mariano Nov 1, 2022
The highly anticipated “Sun Hung Kai Properties Hong Kong Cyclothon” is making a return after four years! The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) announced that the “Sun Hung Kai Properties…
Sports Tourism

HKTB to hold Cyclothon on 18 Dec

Kanchan Nath Oct 30, 2022
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) announced that the “Sun Hung Kai Properties Hong Kong Cyclothon” will be held on Sunday, 18 December 2022. 
Airports

Full implementation of ‘Flight Token’ at HKIA

Kanchan Nath Oct 25, 2022
Hong Kong residents can now enjoy the convenience of completing the entire departure process at different checkpoints of Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA), including the immigration…
Airports

AAHK welcomes support from policy address on airport city development

Kanchan Nath Oct 20, 2022
Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) welcomes the Chief Executive’s support to the Airport City vision in his 2022 Policy Address.
Airlines and Aviation

United Airlines Plans to Resume Hong Kong Flights From January

Joe Cusmano Oct 12, 2022
United Airlines plans to resume Hong Kong flights as early as January, becoming one of just a few major airlines to resume passenger flights to the city, which has been largely cut off…
Hong Kong

Long-distance lovebirds renew sweet memories in Hong Kong

Kanchan Nath Oct 11, 2022
Long-distance lovebirds around the world found the pandemic emotionally difficult as travel restrictions across the world made it impossible for them to see their loved ones.
Airlines and Aviation

Free flights to Hong Kong?

Kanchan Nath Oct 8, 2022
The Hong Kong Government will give away 500,000 free air tickets in a bid to revive its tourist industry damaged by strict COVID restrictions.
Airlines and Aviation

Virgin Atlantic drops Hong Kong route

Kanchan Nath Oct 8, 2022
British airline Virgin Atlantic has decided to suspend its Heathrow-Hong Kong services, close its Hong Kong office and not resume flights in March 2023
Hotels

Wharf Hotels to expand with Niccolo Resorts brand

Kanchan Nath Sep 27, 2022
Hong Kong headquartered Wharf Hotels, a hospitality group with hotel operations spanning mainland China, Hong Kong and the Philippines, has stated that its luxury Niccolo Hotels brand is set…
Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Pacific to add 200 flights in October

Kanchan Nath Sep 24, 2022
Cathay Pacific intends to add more than 200 pairs of passenger flights in October to both regional and long-haul destinations.
Quarantine Free Travel

Hong Kong ends hotel quarantine

Kanchan Nath Sep 24, 2022
Hong Kong scrapped hotel quarantine for inbound travellers and signalled more easing is likely as the city tries to salvage its status as a global financial centre.
Airports

Passenger volume continues to grow at HKIA in August

Kanchan Nath Sep 19, 2022
Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) today released traffic figures of Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) for August 2022.
Tourism

Hong Kong Quarantine-Free Entry Likely By November

Joe Cusmano Sep 16, 2022
On Tuesday, the city’s health chief said that inbound travellers to Hong Kong might be exempted from compulsory quarantine in time for an international investment meeting scheduled for…
Hong Kong

First-ever ‘World of Frozen to open’ in HKDR in 2023

Kanchan Nath Sep 14, 2022
To commemorate 17th anniversary celebration at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort (HKDR) a new line-up of exciting events is announced today for the year 2023!
Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Pacific Plans To Fill 4,000 New Roles In Two Years

Joe Cusmano Sep 9, 2022
Cathay Pacific Airways has an aggressive recruiting goal to hire 4,000 new staff by the end of 2024 to fulfil the growing demand for air travel worldwide. Pilots and flight attendants…
Air

HKIA strives to become World’s Greenest Airport

Kanchan Nath Aug 31, 2022
Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK) released its Sustainability Report 2021/22 outlining the sustainability performance of Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) in the fiscal year ending 31…
Attractions & Tours

Explore the peak with Hong Kong Peak Tram

Kanchan Nath Aug 30, 2022
The Peak Tram will take visitors on a spell-binding ride to the Peak again with a redesigned tramcar, terminus ushers and upgraded facilities starting on 27 August 2022
Air

Fly Bengaluru to Hong Kong direct with Cathay Pacific

Kanchan Nath Aug 30, 2022
Cathay Pacific will operate two non-stop weekly flights from Bengaluru to Hong Kong from 11 October.
Tourism

Hong Kong entry rules

Malcolm Ginsberg Aug 15, 2022
Officially the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China is reducing its quarantine levels. With a change of rules last week overseas visitors are now…
Tourism

Hong Kong Edges Towards Removing Arrivals Quarantine

Joe Cusmano Aug 11, 2022
While Hong Kong has eased its harsh Covid-19 travel restrictions, the Asian financial hub remains isolated in a world that has mainly moved on from the pandemic, reducing the amount of…
Eturbo News

Hong Kong Harbour Fiesta: Dazzling Multimedia Show

Linda S. Hohnholz Jul 20, 2022
Internationally renowned harbor with mesmerizing night views, Hong Kong’s Victoria Harbour will excite with the Hong Kong Harbour Fiesta. Hong Kong Harbour Fiesta: Dazzling Multimedia Show…

The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel Hong Kong officially opens

Kristin Mariano Jul 20, 2022
The Fullerton Hotels and Resorts has announced the Early Stage Soft Opening of The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel Hong Kong. Nestled in the southside of Hong Kong Island with breathtaking…

Singapore Tourism expands reach into Asia

Linda S. Hohnholz Jul 16, 2022
The reopening of borders in the Asian region in recent months has led to a strong growth in Singapore’s international arrivals. Singapore Tourism expands reach into Asia

“We Miss Japan” staycation at Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong

Kristin Mariano Jul 14, 2022
Hyatt Centric Victoria Harbour Hong Kong once again rolls out its ever-popular “We Miss Japan” room package that will whizz you to Japan, without leaving the city.
Tourism

Hong Kong mulls shorter COVID quarantine for travellers

Megha Paul Jul 6, 2022
Hong Kong will look into shortening COVID-19 quarantine requirements for travellers, while still aiming to curb the spread of the virus and prevent hospitals from being overwhelmed

Hong Kong Tourism Board launches Arts in Hong Kong

Kristin Mariano Jun 14, 2022
Hong Kong comes alive this summer as HKTB launches ARTS IN HONG KONG, a year-long campaign to showcase the city’s extraordinary and enduring appeal as an arts and cultural hub on a…

Hong Kong eases Covid-19 testing rules from June 1

Megha Paul Jun 1, 2022
Hong Kong is relaxing some Covid-19 testing requirements for incoming passengers from today as the city takes small steps toward easing travel restrictions
OTAs & Tour Operators

Booking.com adds a third-level of benefits to its loyalty program

Kristin Mariano May 19, 2022
Booking.com is giving travellers from around the world to unlock a new level of perks with Genius loyalty program, giving travellers even more value the more they use Booking.com.  
Eturbo News

Cathay Pacific: Pay rent & earn Asia Miles now

Harry Johnson May 10, 2022
Cathay Pacific: Pay rent & earn Asia Miles now - Cathay Pacific Airways (USA) today announces a partnership with Bilt Rewards, the first major loyalty program for renters to earn…
Global

Summer Treats! HKTB launches revival plan to showcase Hong Kong

Megha Paul May 9, 2022
HKTB will focus first on generating a positive ambience in the city, stimulating consumption, and maintaining Hong Kong’s profile globally by launching “Hong Kong Summer Treats”
Global

Hong Kong to allow international travellers for first time since 2020

Megha Paul Apr 25, 2022
Hong Kong will allow non-residents to enter the financial hub from May for the first time in more than two years

Rosewood Hotels & Resorts announces Rosewood Vienna to open in July 2022

Kristin Mariano Apr 22, 2022
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts is pleased to announce the upcoming opening of Rosewood Vienna, set for July 2022.
Air

Air India cancels Hong Kong flights

Megha Paul Apr 19, 2022
Air India has cancelled flight services to Hong Kong due to Covid-19 restrictions imposed by the Hong Kong authorities and limited demand in the sector
Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Pacific resumes flights to Hong Kong and beyond

Kristin Mariano Apr 4, 2022
Cathay Pacific is welcoming passengers on board as flights between the UK and Hong Kong officially resume on 1st April.
Cruise

Genting Hong Kong’s fleet to be auctioned

Megha Paul Apr 1, 2022
The fleet of insolvent Genting Hong Kong, ships that sailed for Crystal Cruises, Dream Cruises and Star Cruises — will likely go to auction soon
Tourism

Hong Kong to lift flight ban from 9 countries, including India from 1 April

Megha Paul Mar 22, 2022
Hong Kong plans to relax some anti-Covid measures next month, which includes lifting a ban on flights from nine countries
Tourism

Hong Kong extends ban on flights from eight countries

Megha Paul Feb 14, 2022
Hong Kong has extended a ban on incoming flights from eight countries, including the United States and Britain, and imposed one on Nepal until March 4, with the government citing concerns…
Airlines and Aviation

Will Cathay Pacific survive with government restrictions?

Joe Cusmano Feb 9, 2022
The Hong Kong authorities blamed Cathay Pacific, the city’s flagship airline, for the spread of Omicron to at least 50 people in the city last month.
Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Pacific Reduces Losses But Awaits A Rebound

Joe Cusmano Jan 28, 2022
Cathay Pacific has reported a loss of HK$5.6-6.1 billion (AU$1-1.1 billion) for fiscal 2021 as the Covid-19 pandemic continues to take its toll.

Hong Kong shortens 21-day quarantine to 2 weeks

Megha Paul Jan 28, 2022
Hong Kong will shorten its 21-day quarantine requirement for incoming travellers to two weeks from February 5 given the much shorter incubation period of the Omicron variant

Ovolo takes quarantine to new levels

Kristin Mariano Jan 27, 2022
Ovolo Hotels’ new refined quarantine offering places physical and mental health at the forefront.
Eturbo News

Hong Kong Halts Global Transit Flights Over Omicron

Joe Cusmano Jan 18, 2022
Hong Kong will suspend transit flights from around 150 countries and territories deemed high risk for a month due to the coronavirus Omicron variant surge, further isolating the global…

New airline Greater Bay gears up for first flight in 2022

Megha Paul Jan 7, 2022
Newly established and headquartered in Hong Kong, Greater Bay Airlines is taking the next step in its growth strategy after obtaining its AOC (Air Operator’s Certificate) in October last…
Air

Hong Kong halts flights from eight countries

Megha Paul Jan 6, 2022
Hong Kong will ban flights from eight countries for two weeks from 8 January as it seeks to slow the spread of the Omicron variant of Covid-19
Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Pacific Has Cut Flights To Australia

Joe Cusmano Jan 4, 2022
Since operating and travel limitations continue to affect Cathay Pacific’s scheduling, the airline has decided to terminate nearly all flights between Australia and Hong Kong effective…

Lion City, here we come! HK Express announces new direct flight to Singapore

Megha Paul Dec 31, 2021
HK Express has announced a new direct service between Hong Kong and Singapore from 1 February

Hong Kong Cyclothon Returns: Get ready for free immersive, virtual ride

Megha Paul Dec 30, 2021
Hong Kong Tourism Board has announced the return of the much-anticipated Sun Hung Kai Properties Hong Kong Cyclothon on 16 January 2022 in a hybrid format event on a new route

Air India announces new flights from Delhi to Hong Kong from January

Megha Paul Dec 24, 2021
As part of the air bubble agreement, Air India announced it will fly additional flights between Delhi and Hong Kong under the Vande Bharat Mission
Reopening updates

Indonesia removes entry ban for Hong Kong travellers

Megha Paul Dec 22, 2021
Indonesian government has allowed travellers from Hong Kong to enter the country ahead of year-end holidays, while putting the UK, Norway and Denmark into the travel ban list

Hong Kong unveils free delay flight insurance

Megha Paul Dec 14, 2021
Hong Kong airport has launched a complimentary flight delay insurance with fully automated compensation for registered members
Travel Tech

Klook, ZA Tech cements commitment to innovate insurance in travel

Kristin Mariano Nov 26, 2021
Klook and ZA Tech Global Limited ("ZA Tech"), the technology venture founded by ZA International and backed by Softbank's Vision Fund 1, has announced a joint venture (JV) that will…
Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Pacific becomes a founding member of the Aviation Climate Taskforce

Kristin Mariano Nov 3, 2021
Cathay Pacific together with Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and other airline leaders announced today the formation of the Aviation Climate Taskforce (ACT), a new non-profit organisation…
TDIWTA

IWTA speaks with Bonnie Leung, Operations Leader – FCM Hong Kong

Caroline Tapken Nov 1, 2021
We are delighted to introduce you to Bonnie Leung, Operations Leader for FCM Hong Kong in our latest interview series from TDs Inspiring Women in Travel Asia (TDIWTA).
Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Pacific increases frequency to Sydney from November

Joe Cusmano Oct 23, 2021
Cathay Pacific is the latest airline to announce plans to resume service to Sydney on November 1.
Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Pacific aims for net-zero emissions by 2050

Kristin Mariano Oct 4, 2021
Cathay Pacific is reaffirming its commitment to reaching net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 by pledging to use Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) for 10% of its total fuel consumption by 2030.

HK Express offers free tickets to vaccinated residents

Kristin Mariano Sep 14, 2021
HK Express supports the “COVID-19 Vaccination Free Air Tickets Lucky Draw”* campaign initiated by the Airport Authority Hong Kong.

China-Hong Kong travellers will no longer need quarantine from 8 Sept

Megha Paul Sep 8, 2021
Travellers arriving in Hong Kong from China will no longer need to quarantine from 8 September onwards
Air

Hong Kong and Singapore travel bubble burst indefinitely

Joe Cusmano Aug 27, 2021
The governments of Hong Kong and Singapore have decided to abandon plans for the long-delayed Air Travel Bubble (ATB) between the two cities.
Global

Hong Kong’s tram creates record for operating world’s largest double-decker fleet

Megha Paul Aug 9, 2021
The iconic tram system of Hong Kong has created a new world record by being the largest double-decker tram fleet in service
Air

Travel agencies race to adopt breakthrough risk management solution for Covid-safe travel

Megha Paul Jul 14, 2021
As international borders gradually begin to reopen, the global travel industry is rapidly embracing breakthrough data solution that enables travel agents and corporations to help their…
Tourism Boards

Sights and sounds of Hong Kong’s great outdoors featured in new tourism videos

Kristin Mariano Jul 1, 2021
Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has unveiled a new series of distinctive sensory videos to bring the city’s great outdoors to everyone around the world.
Vaccination Updates

Cathay Pacific tells crew to get vaccinated or risk their job

Joe Cusmano Jun 29, 2021
Cathay Pacific told pilots and flight attendants on Thursday that their employment with the airline would be reviewed and could be terminated if they have not had a COVID-19 vaccine by…
Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Pacific forecasts reduced monthly cash burn in second half

Joe Cusmano Jun 29, 2021
Cathay Pacific expects to reduce its cash burn to less than HK$1 billion (AU$169 million) a month in the second half of the year, its chief financial officer said.
Reopening updates

Hong Kong to reduce quarantine to seven days

Megha Paul Jun 22, 2021
Hong Kong has announced that it would shorten the quarantine period for vaccinated people arriving in the city to seven days from 14
Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Pacific will close its Australian flight crew base

Joe Cusmano Jun 15, 2021
Cathay Pacific has confirmed it will close its Australian base in July. This follows news the Hong Kong-based airline will shut its Canada base.
Expedition Cruising

Dream Cruises resumes cruise in HK with Genting Dream

Kristin Mariano May 28, 2021
Dream Cruises has announced the restart of cruises in Hong Kong, set to begin at the end of July with Genting Dream offering 2 and 3-night “Super Summer Seacations” on the high seas.
Vaccination Updates

Arm up, let’s fly again! Cathay Pacific supports community vaccination drive with employee campaign

Megha Paul May 14, 2021
Cathay Pacific is proactively encouraging all of its employees to get vaccinated, seeing this as a crucial step in the resumption of regular international air travel and the return to normal…
MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

Hong Kong Convention Ambassador campaign unveiled to revitalise MICE industry

Megha Paul May 13, 2021
The HKTB has launched the ‘Hong Kong Convention Ambassador’ programme to help revitalise Hong Kong’s MICE industry, after a turbulent and challenging 2020
Hotels

Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong completes first phase of hotel transformation

Kristin Mariano May 11, 2021
Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong announces the completion of the first phase of its exciting transformation, with a set of completely redesigned guest rooms and suites now ready to welcome…
Air

Singapore-Hong Kong travel bubble to take off in May

Megha Paul Apr 26, 2021
Authorities in Singapore and Hong Kong have agreed to try and launch a travel bubble on 26 May
Tourism

Hong Kong to allow vaccinated travellers from Singapore as part of travel bubble

Megha Paul Apr 16, 2021
Hong Kong is planning to only allow those who’ve had Covid-19 shots to fly from the city to Singapore once both governments finalise a travel bubble
Air

Qatar Airways unveils ferry transfer service from Shenzhen Shekou to Hong Kong Airport

Megha Paul Apr 12, 2021
Qatar Airways announced the sea-to-air ferry transfer service from Shenzhen Shekou Port to the SkyPier in the airside of Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA)
Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Pacific to bring Hong Kong residents home from the UK

Kristin Mariano Apr 7, 2021
Cathay Pacific stands ready to support the operation of special flights to bring Hong Kong residents home from the United Kingdom.
Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Pacific adopts digital travel passes for international travel

Kristin Mariano Mar 18, 2021
Cathay Pacific strongly supports the introduction of digital health platforms that securely validate compliance with the health-related entry requirements set by different governments.
Reopening updates

Hong Kong Tourism launches strategy to boost travel recovery and sustainable development

Megha Paul Mar 8, 2021
Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has announced its 2021-22 work plan, setting out a series of flexible short-term and medium-to-long-term strategies to prepare for the return of tourists
Features

Bringing HK residents home: HKD1 for 21-night quarantine!

Kristin Mariano Feb 15, 2021
Ovolo Hotel and its local partners are working towards bringing stranded Hong Kong residents back home.
Airlines and Aviation

Greater Bay Airlines, New Low Cost Launching in Unfavourable Time

Joe Cusmano Feb 4, 2021
Budget airline Greater Bay Airlines (GBA) applied for the rights to fly 104 routes across Asia, according to a Hong Kong government gazette.
Global

Hong Kong visitor arrivals drop 94% in 2020

Megha Paul Jan 20, 2021
Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has registered only 3.57 million arrivals, a drop of 93.6% drop in visitor arrivals in 2020
Airlines and Aviation

Cathay Pacific to resume flights to the UK

Kristin Mariano Jan 7, 2021
Cathay Pacific has announced that it will resume flight services from Hong Kong to London Heathrow starting 12 January in order to assist customers needing to travel to the UK.
Reopening updates

Hong Kong in talks to use vaccine records for travel

Megha Paul Jan 4, 2021
Hong Kong will complete an e-booking system for Covid-19 vaccine inoculations this month and is in talks with other countries to allow the records to be used for travel
Reopening updates

Hong Kong’s three-week hotel quarantine for visitors

Megha Paul Dec 29, 2020
Hong Kong has extended its compulsory quarantine to three weeks for almost all international travellers from this week, saying the measure was needed to prevent new, more infectious,…

Hong Kong COVID-19 Testing: Simple, Convenient and Free

Linda Hohnholz Dec 23, 2020
Hong Kong is diligently working to make it as simple as possible for people to test for COVID-19 as they go about their days using public transportation.

Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival Draws Close to 1 Million

Linda Hohnholz Dec 16, 2020
The 2020 Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival officially concluded yesterday. It was the first time the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) had adopted an “online + offline” format for the event

Singapore-Hong Kong travel bubble delayed to next year

Megha Paul Dec 1, 2020
The much-anticipated travel bubble between Singapore and Hong Kong to facilitate leisure travel will not be launched this year

COVID-19 surge delays Hong Kong-Singapore travel bubble for two weeks

Megha Paul Nov 23, 2020
A travel bubble between Hong Kong and Singapore, originally slated to begin on 22 November, has now been postponed amid a spike in infections in Hong Kong

Mandarin Oriental on track to remove single-use plastic

Megha Paul Nov 12, 2020
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group, which pledged to eliminate all single-use plastic in October 2019 across its portfolio of 33 luxury hotels, by the end of March 2021, has reported on the…

Singapore-Hong Kong air travel bubble now a reality from 22 November with 200 travellers each way per day

Megha Paul Nov 11, 2020
The air travel bubble will start on 22 November, with one flight a day into each city with 200 passengers each way

Coming to end: Cathay Dragon ends operations

Megha Paul Oct 23, 2020
Cathay Pacific has confirmed that it will reduce its workforce by approximately 8,500 employees and shutdown Cathay Dragon as part of a major restructure

New milestone: Singapore and Hong Kong set up air bubble to allow leisure travel without quarantine

Megha Paul Oct 15, 2020
As Singapore looks to resume travel operations and reopen borders, it has now announced a first two-way air travel bubble with Hong Kong, paving the way for leisure and other forms of travel…

Luxury giants Mandarin Oriental and Oberoi enter strategic alliance

Megha Paul Oct 1, 2020
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group and The Oberoi Group have announced a long-term strategic alliance that will see the two groups jointly collaborating across a range of initiatives

Hong Kong Tourism restarts ‘Holiday at Home’ campaign to boost domestic tourism

Megha Paul Sep 16, 2020
Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) is gradually resuming promotions in the local and source markets, reviving tourism through a combination of short-term and long-term strategies

Hong Kong Secures Multiple First-Ever MICE Events Amidst COVID-19 Challenges

Linda Hohnholz Sep 10, 2020
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has announced that Hong Kong has been chosen as the host city for four international MICE events, including the city’s first-ever events of high strategic…

Hong Kong bags four first-ever MICE events amidst COVID-19

Megha Paul Sep 9, 2020
Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) announced that Hong Kong has been recently chosen as the host city for four international MICE events, including the city’s first-ever events of high strategic…

Hit hard: Pacific World announces shutdown globally

Megha Paul Sep 2, 2020
Destination management and events company, Pacific World, has announced it will cease operations globally in November 2020

Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival goes virtual this November

Megha Paul Aug 21, 2020
Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) announced that its annual signature event ‘Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival’ will, for the first time, take on a virtual format

Cathay Pacific to half single-use plastic footprint by 2022

Megha Paul Aug 6, 2020
Cathay Pacific Group has released its 2019 Sustainable Development Report, providing a comprehensive overview of the company and its subsidiaries’ approach and performance in the areas of…
Tourism

10 best cities for freelancers

Kristin Mariano Aug 6, 2020
SmallBusinessPrices.co.uk reveals the world’s best cities to take your remote working job as well as the best cities for freelancers amidst the coronavirus.

Mandarin Oriental unveils ‘Meeting With Purpose’

Megha Paul Jul 30, 2020
Mandarin Oriental Group has introduced a ‘Meeting with Purpose’ initiative to offer meeting planners a selection of corporate social responsibility experiences

Cathay “Cares” from check-in to landing

Kristin Mariano Jul 17, 2020
Cathay Pacific introduces health and safety protocol - Cathay Care.

Good To Go! Tailored, actionable plans to help rebuild travel flows with new recovery platform

Megha Paul Jul 15, 2020
Asia Pacific hospitality companies, hotels and resorts, destinations and tourism businesses can now access a platform designed to help plan and manage their recovery from the ongoing…
Cruise

Ready to sail! Explorer Dream sets new safety standards for cruise industry

Megha Paul Jul 7, 2020
Genting Cruise Lines announced that Dream Cruises’ Explorer Dream is the first cruise ship in the industry to receive the Certification in Infection Prevention for the Maritime industry…

Shangri-La Cares: Enhanced hygiene protocols unveiled

Megha Paul Jun 18, 2020
As people look to travel in the future, Shangri-La Group announced that it is introducing the ‘Shangri-La Cares’ commitment which elevates its already rigorous hygiene and safety…

Shangri-La Hotels celebrates medical workers around the world with Heroes Campaign

Megha Paul Jun 9, 2020
Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts has launched a global Heroes Campaign to celebrate and recognise the tireless work medical workers are undertaking around the world. The campaign, which…

Mandarin Oriental marks Global Wellness Day with 24-hour livestream around the world

Megha Paul Jun 5, 2020
This year, celebrate Global Wellness Day on a truly global scale with Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group. Long known for innovative spa and wellness programmes, the group is once again…
OTAs & Tour Operators

Klook Home offers virtual interactive experiences and DIY kits

Kristin Mariano Jun 2, 2020
Klook Home offers almost 200 home-based experiences such as do-it-yourself craft and cooking kits, online workshops, and free virtual tours.

Mandarin Oriental to initiate research study on best practices for hospitality industry

Megha Paul May 28, 2020
Swiss Education Group, the largest provider of hospitality and culinary education in Switzerland, is collaborating with Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group on a research initiative to study…

How Hotel Continental manages to be physically distant yet emotionally close to guests in times of pandemic

Megha Paul May 22, 2020
Hotel Continental has taken a lead in providing post-corona virus measures for travellers staying at Switzerland’s hotels, by leveraging technology provided by Portier Technologies. The…
Hong Kong

Booking.com reveals top travel dreams of a city in waiting

Megha Paul May 22, 2020
Travel might be on pause in these unprecedented times, but data from Booking.com reveals that this hasn’t stopped people across the city from dreaming about its possibilities. Delving…

Heritage Tourism Brands showcases beauty of Hong Kong as it emerges from crisis in new video

Kristin Mariano May 21, 2020
Hong Kong had a tough year because after the political unrest that shut down its airport, the coronavirus crisis happened. It is a double whammy for the tourism industry.

Mandarin Oriental progress update on eliminating single-use plastic across portfolio

Megha Paul May 15, 2020
In the time of the pandemic, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group continues its efforts to promote responsible travel. In October 2019, it pledged to eliminate all single-use plastic, across…

Book meetings with confidence at Mandarin Oriental

Megha Paul May 14, 2020
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has introduced an exclusive ‘Booking with Confidence’ group meeting offer. Valid until 31 January 2021, the hotel chain will waive any cancellation fees…

Mandarin Oriental donates to UN’s solidarity response fund through gift card initiative

Megha Paul May 7, 2020
To honour brave first responders who are helping to fight the battle against COVID-19 around the world, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is donating 10% of online gift card sales to the…

5 Regions winning the battle against COVID-19 and here’s what they’re doing

Kristin Mariano Apr 29, 2020
some other countries appear to have managed to slow down the rate of new cases and now seem to be on a slow and possibly difficult path towards recovery. Here they are:

STR shares Covid-19 impact data

Megha Paul Apr 22, 2020
STR SHARE Centre’s Steve Hood will present an update on the global hotel industry that reviews the impact of the Covid-19 disease on countries and markets around the world. The 'Covid-19…

Hong Kong’s airport passenger volume nosedives 91%

Megha Paul Apr 13, 2020
Passenger numbers for Hong Kong’s airport in March nosedived by 91% year on year, fresh government data has shown, with the new low wrought by the coronavirus pandemic just shy of the…

Cathay Pacific to reduce passenger capacity by 96% in April and May

Megha Paul Mar 20, 2020
Cathay Pacific and Cathay Dragon will reduce capacity by 96% across its passenger network in April and May in light of the severe drop in demand due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic…

Bringing forest home: Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong contributes to greener future

Megha Paul Mar 19, 2020
With an ongoing commitment to protecting the environment, Mandarin Oriental, Hong Kong has partnered with EcoMatcher to help green the planet by offering guests the opportunity to plant…
Corporate & Business

Trip.com Group joins Standard Chartered to announce new virtual banking service Mox

Megha Paul Mar 17, 2020
Trip.com Group has partnered with Standard Chartered, Hong Kong-based information and communications technology company PCCW and Hong Kong Telecom (HKT) to launch a new virtual banking…

Ovolo launches quirky ‘Wonder. Full.’ branding initiative

Megha Paul Feb 21, 2020
More than places to stay, Ovolo Hotels are destinations to experience brimming with character, each hotel is a uniquely rich adventure, full of eye-catching art and vibrant atmosphere.…
Global

Gaining ground in Asia: Connexus Travel signs deal with Aeronology to boost growth

Megha Paul Feb 13, 2020
Hong Kong-based Connexus Travel (formally known as Swire Travel), one of the largest corporate travel businesses in Greater China, has signed a long-term technology sharing agreement…

Booking.com announces USD 3.4 million in grants to support sustainable accommodation in 2020

Megha Paul Jan 31, 2020
With a mission to make it easier for everyone to experience the world, Booking.com announced the opening of applications for its 2020 Booking Booster programme to support solutions in…

“These individuals are making an incredible difference”: Introducing Cathay’s new changemakers

Alastair Newport Jan 16, 2020
Cathay Pacific is bolstering its efforts to give back to society with the announcement of its three new Cathay ChangeMakers for 2020. These forward- thinking individuals have each made…
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