HKTB e-Newsletter - The Great Outdoors

What's Happening in Hong Kong

The lesser-known side of Hong Kong

Just a stone’s throw away from the bustling city centre, Hong Kong’s great outdoors offers a kaleidoscope of adventure. From visiting the Thousand Island Lake to hiking above the clouds at Tai Mo Shan and island-hopping across Hong Kong’s 263 islands, there are many popular and unexpected gems to discover in Hong Kong’s great outdoors.

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UNESCO Global Geopark

Located in the eastern part of Hong Kong, the Hong Kong UNESCO Global Geopark is a vast 150-square-kilometre area, home to some of most stunning geological features in the region. Many sites are spread out over two distinct regions: the sedimentary rock region in the northeast New Territories, and the volcanic rock region in Sai Kung, which is home to unique volcanic rock columns, formed by eruptions some 140 million years ago. Here, travellers will find everything from spectacular rolling hills and country parks, uninhabited islands, white-sand beaches and a breathtaking coastline, comprising towering cliffs, sea caves and arches.

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2023 World’s Best Hotels

Hong Kong’s hotels have been named the world’s best. Rosewood Hong Kong and The Upper House came second and fourth respectively in the inaugural “2023 World’s Best 50 Hotels”, and Rosewood Hong Kong has also been named Asia’s Best Hotel. This makes Hong Kong the only city in the world with two hotels ranked among the top 5 and demonstrates the city's top-tier hospitality experience to the world. Learn more >

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New Opening –

Mondrian Hong Kong

The first Mondrian Hotel in Greater China, Mondrian Hong Kong will be opening in December 2023. It is located in the bustling district of Tsim Sha Tsui (1 minute walk to MTR station) with 324 spacious rooms, including 12 suites. The hotel offers stunning views of Victoria Harbour, state-of-the-art wellness facilities, an exciting bar and restaurant, and a world-class dining experience at Carna by Dario Cecchini, a contemporary steakhouse from the legendary butcher from Tuscany. Learn more >

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LOCAL UPDATE

Connect HK FAM, 5 - 12 Nov 2023

Seeing is believing! HKTB hosted a Connect HK FAM for 19 tour operators from North America. Participants had a chance to experience neighbourhoods such as West Kowloon Cultural District, Sham Shui Po and Old Town Central as well as hike the Great Outdoors. The trip included culinary adventures from farm-to-table Cafe Bau and exquisite meals at the Chinese Library and Chinesology, to panoramic views from rooftop bars Cardinal Point and Eyebar, to a foodie tour around Sham Shui Po, to getting hands-on in making pineapple buns. Participants also connected with over 100 Hong Kong sellers for business development.

INSIDER TIP

Best places to see autumn colours

Autumn is the best time of year to visit Hong Kong for those who prefer cool evenings, sunny days and breezy afternoons. Aside from the cooler weather, one of the things visitors will find this time of year is the beautiful foliage, where the leaves of the sweet gum and sabino trees change their colour to crimson red. Find out where the most picture-perfect spots around the city are.

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