International Travel Expo (ITE) (14-17 June 2018)

HKTB co-exhibited with nine cruise lines and the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Tourism Marketing Organization to promote cruise and multi-destination travel experiences. Participating cruise lines included Celebrity Cruises, Cunard Line, Dream Cruises, Holland America Line, Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, Princess Cruises, Regent Seven Seas Cruises and Royal Caribbean International.

The Hong Kong Pavilion premiered its brand new design concept of an art gallery, showcasing Hong Kong’s famous landmarks and diverse appeal. It also created an excellent platform for travel trade to connect with potential business partners. Cruise seminars were especially arranged and an array of exclusive deals were offered to attract visitors.

Mr Edward Yau Tang-wah, GBS, JP, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, Mr Joe Wong, JP, Commissioner for Tourism, local trade heads and representatives from different national tourism organisations officiated the opening ceremony, followed by a VIP tour visiting the major exhibitors.

The four-day expo attracted over 102,000 visitors.