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| HONG KONG’S UPDATES |
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Hong Kong Winterfest |
22 November 2024 – 01 January 2025 |
| Winter in Hong Kong is an enchanting time of the year, when the shimmering skyline shines even brighter with festive displays. Immerse yourself in the spectacular Christmas Town at the West Kowloon Cultural District (WestK), featuring a sparkling Christmas tree and whimsical decorations set against the iconic Victoria Harbour. As night falls, the Winter Harbourfront Pyrotechnics will illuminate the city with stunning marine displays. |
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| Connect Hong Kong – Southeast Asia 2024 |
| The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) has successfully concluded its Connect Hong Kong – Southeast Asia Familiarization Trip, which took place from 21 to 25 October 2024. A total of 50 travel agents from six key Southeast Asian markets were invited to Hong Kong, with the goal to strengthen business relationships and showcase Hong Kong’s expanding tourism offerings. The trip provided agents with firsthand experiences of the city’s latest tourism developments, attractions, and infrastructure. The agents also had opportunities to engage with Hong Kong’s diverse trade partners, including hotels, ground operators and attractions, through a full day of business matching sessions. |
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| Greater Bay Area Tourism Promotion in Jakarta |
| HKTB in collaboration with Guangdong Tourism Bureau and Macao Government Tourism Office, launched a Greater Bay Area (GBA) tourism initiative in Jakarta. This campaign features new Bahasa Indonesia resources, travel packages, and promotional events with Indonesian Gen-Z influencers to attract Indonesian travelers. Additionally, HKTB has reached a strategic agreement with trade partners including ASTINDO and Traveloka to offer exclusive tourism products and promotions aimed at encouraging visits to Hong Kong and the broader GBA through multi-destination journeys. |
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| Tower I of The Twins in Kai Tak set to open on 15 November |
| Get ready for Hong Kong’s latest luxury shopping haven! Tower I of The Twins in Kai Tak opens on 15 November, housing Hong Kong’s leading departmental store SOGO over nine floors. The mall features over 700 retail outlets, international brands, and Hong Kong’s first LG store. With 1.1 million square feet of retail space, dining floors, and even an art exhibition, it is the ultimate destination for shopaholics and foodies alike. |
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| Bar Leone and COA Celebrated at the World’s 50 Best Bars 2024 |
| The 2024 World's 50 Best Bars were announced in Madrid, celebrating top bars globally. Two Hong Kong bars, Bar Leone and COA, earned high spots, ranking No. 2 and No. 18, solidifying Hong Kong's prominence in the cocktail scene. Bar Leone also won The Best Bar in Asia 2024 and the Disaronno Highest New Entry Award. Hong Kong’s Argo and The Savory Project also made it onto the 51–100 list at No. 58 and No. 82, respectively, further showcasing the city’s vibrant bar culture. |
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| EVENTS HAPPENING |
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First 'Pixar Sweet Dreams' Christmas Installation |
14 November 2024 –
23 February 2025 |
| This Christmas, six major shopping malls across Hong Kong—Sheung Shui Plaza, Harbour North, Tseung Kwan O Centre, PopWalk, Dall Plaza, and life@KCC—will host Hong Kong’s first “Pixar Sweet Dreams” installation, reimagining Pixar characters as adorable marshmallows. Each mall offers a unique sensory experience, from “Sweet Marshmallow Paradise” at Harbour North, with marshmallow versions of Joy, Sadness, and others, to Landmark North’s “Lotso Fragrance Town” with a strawberry-scented Lotso and photo spots. |
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A Disney Christmas |
15 November 2024 – 01 January 2025 |
| It’s time for all your favourite Christmas traditions to shine brighter with a sprinkle of magic during “A Disney Christmas” at Hong Kong Disneyland Resort from 15 November 2024 to 1 January 2025. This year, the festive spirit extends beyond Main Street, U.S.A. and Fantasyland to World of Frozen, where the world’s first and largest “Frozen” themed land is set to host its first-ever Christmas celebration, inviting you to join a snowy Arendelle celebration for the first time in forever. |
| As the Happiest Place on Earth gleams with holiday decor and festivities, rejoice in the highly anticipated return of Disney Christmas traditions such as the “Disney Christmas Live in Concert!”, “Mickey and Friends Christmastime Ball,” “A Holiday Wish-Come-True Tree Lighting Ceremony” and more. |
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| “The Big Little Christmas” – Miniature Life by Tatsuya Tanaka x Harbour City | 15 November 2024 – 01 January 2025 |
| This Christmas, Harbour City collaborates with renowned Japanese artist Tatsuya Tanaka on his first Christmas-themed art project, featuring the “Big Little Christmas” outdoor installation and the “Countdown to Mini-mas” Art Exhibition from 15 November 2024 to 1 January 2025. |
| Tanaka, famous for transforming everyday objects into miniature worlds, presents his largest art installation yet: a 28-meter-long Santa Claus desk at Ocean Terminal Forecourt, with key photo zones like a candy cane sleigh and a 10-meter Christmas tree made from a Santa hat. The “Countdown to Mini-mas” exhibition at Gallery by the Harbour showcases 25 new festive artworks, where ordinary items like cupcakes, cotton swabs, and binder clips are transformed into whimsical holiday scenes. |
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| Panda Extravaganza | December 2024 – February 2025 |
| Pandamonium is set to take Hong Kong by storm! Two adorable giant pandas are about to join Ocean Park’s beloved panda family alongside Ying Ying, Le Le and their newborn twins. Gifted by the Central Government, these new arrivals are ready to win hearts across the city. This December, they will make their first public appearance, followed by the twin cubs anticipated to take the spotlight in February 2025. |
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| Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens 2025 | 28 – 30 March 2025 |
| Kai Tak Sports Park (KTSP) will host the Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens 2025, marking a major milestone for the new venue and for Hong Kong’s sports scene. Scheduled for 28 - 30 March 2025, the event will welcome global rugby fans and teams to the state-of-the-art Kai Tak Stadium, which seats 50,000 and includes top-tier facilities, dining, and leisure options. This iconic event is set to boost tourism and showcase KTSP as a world-class destination for sports and entertainment. |
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| MARKET HIGHLIGHTS |
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| Vibe Check with Mario Maurer in Hong Kong! |
| Follow Mario Maurer’s footsteps to seek out the best hidden gems and trendy neighbourhoods in Hong Kong. Whether you are a foodie looking for local or international tastes, or a shopper looking for quaint thrift stores or luxury brands – there’s a Hong Kong neighbourhood for every travel vibe! |
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