| |  |  | | HONG KONG’S UPDATES | | | | Summer Chill Hong Kong | | Unlock a season of savings on shopping, dining, attractions, and more, alongside a lineup of exciting events and concerts that will keep the energy high and have you exploring the city with a breezy stride. | | Visit Hong Kong this summer, and start your getaway with exclusive Summer Triple Rewards for cool savings of up to HK$500 off, helping you make the most of your stay! Enjoy a variety of offers including discounts from restaurants, shops (including souvenir shops from major attractions), sightseeing tours and transportation. Explore Hong Kong to the fullest with Summer Triple Rewards from now to September 2024. All overnight visitors with booking record of Hong Kong accommodation or return tickets for flight, train, bus or ferry are eligible for the rewards. | | | | | | | | Live Out the Cinematic
Hong Kong | | Extending the diverse experience beyond movies, HKTB launched a movie-inspired travel guide with a series of specially curated experiences for visitors to immerse themselves in the world of Hong Kong movies and discover the beauty of the city beyond the famous scenes. | | Visitors can relive a classic scene in Infernal Affairs in record stores in Ap Liu Street, Sham Shui Po, retrace a renowned motorbike journey in Wong Kar-wai’s Fallen Angels on an open-top bus, and pay tribute to martial arts legend Bruce Lee in Wing Chun workshops, experiencing the city’s charm on a journey inspired by the magic and lights of the silver screen. | | | | | | | | | World’s First Wax Figure of Elon Musk Unveiled in Hong Kong | | Madame Tussauds Hong Kong has always been committed to creating unforgettable experiences for its guests, and it is with great pride that Hong Kong becomes the first region in the world to showcase the wax figure of Elon Musk. As the visionary behind Tesla, SpaceX, and Neuralink, Elon Musk has captured global attention with his daring ideas and unwavering pursuit of technological innovation. | | | | | | | | | Ocean Park to House New Pair of Giant Pandas Gifted by Central Government to HKSAR | | The Central Government will present two new giant pandas to Hong Kong, and the HKSAR Government has selected Ocean Park to house these national treasures. The arrival of the new giant pandas will not only enhance Hong Kong’s tourism appeal, but also expand the breadth and depth of Ocean Park’s conservation and education work. | | | | | | | | | EVENTS HAPPENING | | | | 100% DORAEMON & FRIENDS Tour | 13 July – 18 August 2024 | | Doraemon brings the first-appearing secret gadget, the “100% Friends-Calling Bell,” to summon friends from all over the world to meet in Hong Kong! The world-famous Doraemon has inspired the dreams of fans since the comics were created in 1970. | | This exhibition commemorates the 90th anniversary of Doraemon’s creator Fujiko F. Fujio and is one of the world's largest Doraemon exhibitions. With free-entry zones and ticketed areas, it features the comprehensive Doraemon world of manga art and movies. The exhibition introduces the “100% Friends-Calling Bell,” aligning with the theme “A true friend is always there when you need them,” calling on friends worldwide to come to Hong Kong to meet Doraemon. | | | | | | | | Hong Kong Disneyland
Turn Up Summer | 22 June –
01 September 2024 | | Hong Kong Disneyland’s “Turn Up Summer” event features exciting highlights such as the Pixar Water Play Street Party with characters like Anger from "Inside Out," the "Adventure is Out There!" stage show starring Mickey Mouse and Rapunzel, and royal celebrations with Disney Princesses and Queens. Additionally, guests can enjoy new merchandise, themed summer delicacies, and special packages at Resort hotels to enhance their magical experience. | | | | | | | | | Hong Kong Disneyland 10K Weekend 2024 | 02 – 03 November 2024 | | The Hong Kong Disneyland 10K Weekend features Mickey and Friends, Duffy and Friends, Queen Anna and Elsa, Marvel Super Heroes and other beloved characters cheering on runners around the park. This year's 10K Weekend is set to be more enchanting than ever as guests will have the opportunity to run through World of Frozen for the very first time. Guests will race through the kingdom of Arendelle, taking in the stunning landscape around them, with all the citizens of Arendelle cheering them on along the way. | | | | | | | | Water World Ocean Park
Frenzy Summer Party Time |
06 July – 01 September 2024 | | Dive into an array of breathtaking water activities with friends and family at “Presented by AEON Card: Water World Ocean Park — Frenzy Summer Party Time”, the biggest water party in Hong Kong that offers more than just water fun! Prepare to be surprised by the exhilarating rides and attractions, fun-filled water games, captivating performances, eye-catchy photo spots and surfing demos that will take the tropical fever to new heights. | | | | | | | | Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance |
16 – 18 September 2024 | | Every Mid-Autumn Festival, a blazing fire dragon comes alive as it traverses the streets and alleys of Tai Hang. Renowned for its vibrant energy and cultural significance, the Tai Hang Fire Dragon is carried by over 300 performers and dances through the streets for three nights. Today, the Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance is officially listed as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage, and continues to attract crowds for the blazing spectacle each year. | | | | | | | | | ANNOUNCEMENT | | Appointment of Travel Representative for Malaysia | | HKTB has appointed Pacific World Travel SDN BHD (PWT) as its Trade Representative for the Malaysia market effective 1 July 2024. PWT will be responsible for all HKTB trade marketing activities in the Malaysia territory which covers trade marketing strategies, trade development, industrial relations, and MICE development. | | For more information or enquiries, kindly contact msiawwo@hktb.com or +603-21413899 | | | | | | | | | | | |
