Hong Kong
Vietnam Airlines transports 18 million passengers in 2022
Vietnam Airlines served over 18 million passengers this year, a huge improvement from the past two years. The Southeast Asian carrier hit almost three-quarters of its annual revenue compared to 2019 as its recovery continues.
India makes Covid-19 test mandatory for travellers from 6 destinations
India has made Covid-19 negative test mandatory for travellers from China, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, Singapore and Thailand from Jan 1, its health minister said on Thursday.
Japan restricts China, Hong Kong & Macao arrivals from 30 December
Japan has decided to restrict arrivals from China or those who have been in China in the previous 7 days, effective December 30, 2022.
HKTB launches global promotions to attract visitors
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.
Cathay participates in ‘Strive and Rise Programme’
Some 1,600 students and mentors to visit Cathay’s facilities as part of the Hong Kong SAR Government’s youth development initiative.
Finnair adds flights between Helsinki and Asia for summer 2023
Finnair adds flights between its Helsinki hub and key destinations in Asia for summer 2023. Finnair resumes flights between Helsinki and Osaka with three weekly flights and adds frequencies to Tokyo Narita Airport.
Sands China’s Cotai Expo holds Macao’s first carbon neutral exhibition
Macao's first carbon neutral exhibition, the 2022 MIECF (Macao International Environmental Co-operation Forum & Exhibition), was held from Dec. 9-11 at The Venetian Macao's Cotai Expo, concluded successfully.
Destination over dollar: Despite economic uncertainties, over 80% still plan to travel in 2023
If the economic uncertainties are making you worried or anxious about your holiday plans for 2023, you’re not alone. Almost 4 in 5 travellers in Asia are anxious about traveling next year (2023), according to a new study by Klook.
Business of Design Week 2022 Summit opens in Hong Kong
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 countries.
The third runway at Hong Kong International Airport officially commissions
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).
Nium unveils ‘Closed Loop’ payments alternative for airlines and OTAs
Nium, the global platform for Modern Money Movement announced the launch of Nium Airline Payments (NAP), a closed-loop payments solution powered by Universal Air Travel Plan (UATP).
Health and Safety top concern for Asia Pacific Corporate Travellers
SAP Concur released new research that finds APAC corporate travellers are concerned about the continuing health and safety threats from COVID-19, even as they retain high interest in travelling and seek steps to ensure greener travel.
Cathay Pacific to resume 70% of pre-COVID passenger capacity by end of 2023
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 the needs of the Hong Kong and international.
Silversea Cruises to return to Asia
Silversea Cruises, the leading ultra-luxury cruise line, has confirmed its highly anticipated return to Asia, with four ships—Silver Shadow, Silver Whisper, Silver Spirit, and Silver Muse—scheduled to sail in the region between December 2022 and May 2023.
HKTB to hold Cyclothon on 18 Dec
The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) announced that the “Sun Hung Kai Properties Hong Kong Cyclothon” will be held on Sunday, 18 December 2022.
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