A Message from HKTB
Dear Travel Partner,
2014 is in full swing and promises to be as exciting as ever for Hong Kong, Asia's world city. With the weather turning warmer, Hong Kong is sure to delight with its ever-changing culinary scene, arts festivals, and unique living culture.
Hong Kong has plenty to offer your clients all throughout the year. Join in one of our world class events, feast on an amazing array of foods and wines. Soak in the addictive energy that makes Hong Kong one of world's great cities. Hong Kong is calling - today and beyond!
The HKTB Team
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Insider's Hong Kong
Hong Kong Special Snacks
Everyone knows that Hong Kong loves to eat, and snacking is practically a citywide pastime!
Calista Chung, a Hong Kong native and our Senior Executive in the Los Angeles office, shares her list of top three snack shops to whet your appetite:
Near Hong Kong Island's Central district, this shop boasts both savory and sweet snacks made the old-fashioned way - by hand. Calista suggests trying the fried dough snack, "oyster bean" (soybeans in oyster sauce), and coconut candy. This shop is also the only place where you can find a special Chinese New Year fried snack during the festive season.Yiu Fung Store
With locations on both Kowloon and Hong Kong Island, Yi Fung Store is a family owned business celebrated for its sweets, dried fruit and its "super plums".Try their chan pei (traditional Chinese plum candy), fried dough snack and bengsha - a pastry is made of flour, lard, Guangdong-style preserved bean curd, and sugar.
Bee Cheng Hiang
Known for its famous pork jerky, prawn rolls and other savory bites, Bee Cheng Hiang has several outposts throughout the city, including Causeway Bay on the Hong Kong Island side and Mong Kok in Kowloon.
Read on to learn more on what to eat while in Hong Kong.
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Make PartnerNet Your Indispensible Resource for All Things Hong Kong!
Be sure to continue receiving Hong Kong updates plus get access to Hong Kong images and other marketing tools by signing up for our new travel industry website, PartnerNet. Click here to get started.
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HKTB Launches New Hong Kong Specialist Program
Attention all travel agents: HKTB has launched a brand new Hong Kong Specialist program. Increase your knowledge of Hong Kong and learn more about how to sell one of the world's most exciting destinations. Click here to become a certified Hong Kong expert!
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Hong Kong's Culinary Scene Continues to Shine Brightly with 85 Michelin Stars
Hong Kong's reputation as Asia's culinary capital was confirmed once again in the 2014 Michelin Guide for Hong Kong and Macau. Three more stars were added to last year's tally, bringing additional luster to Hong Kong's already shining gourmet scene. Click here to see the list of over 60 restaurants that have earned at least one star, from simple noodle shops to cutting-edge gourmet restaurants.
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Visit More, Save More with the Hong Kong Attractions Fun Deals
Now through Dec. 31, visitors who present a ticket stub to one of seven participating attractions - the Hong Kong Wetland Park, Madame Tussauds Hong Kong, Ngong Ping 360, Noah's Ark Hong Kong, Ocean Park Hong Kong, The Peak Tram & Sky Terrace 428, and sky100 Hong Kong - can enjoy 10% ticket discount at the 6 other attractions within a year's time. Learn more about this exciting promotion.
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Stay Connected with the Discover Hong Kong Tourist SIM Card
Check email, browse Facebook, and tweet your Hong Kong experience with the new Discover Hong Kong Tourist SIM card. Starting from US$9 (HK$69), SIM cards are available for purchase at the Kowloon HKTB Visitor Centre, retail shops, and convenience stores throughout Hong Kong. Download our handy Hong Kong apps to make the most of your visit and stay connected while enjoying Asia's world city.
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Euromonitor Declares Hong Kong "The World's Top Travel Destination"
A recent Wall Street Journal article revealed that Hong Kong ranks as the world's top travel destination, according to a recent report from the world-renowned market research firm Euromonitor.
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Global Traveler Magazine Votes Hong Kong as "Best for Shopping"
The readers of Global Traveler Magazine have voted Hong Kong as "Best for Shopping" in the second annual Global Traveler Leisure Travel awards. Be on the lookout for the awards announcement in the upcoming May 2014 Leisure Lifestyle issue.
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Hong Kong and Taiwan Launch the World's First "Asia Cruise Fund"
At the recent 2014 Cruise Shipping Miami show, HKTB and the Taiwan Tourism Bureau announced the launch of the Asia Cruise Fund, a pioneering regional cooperative initiative to promote cruise tourism in the region. Read on for more details.
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Food + Wine Finds "33 Reasons to Visit Hong Kong"
There's never a shortage of reasons to visit Asia's world city, and Instagram star Edward Banieh shares his thoughts (and photos) on what makes Hong Kong such an exciting place to visit. Click here to see his list.
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Hong Kong Upcoming Events
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Hong Kong Cultural Celebrations: April 22 - May 7
Uncover Hong Kong's proud living heritage with the Hong Kong Cultural Celebrations, a series of festivals showcasing Hong Kong's rich history. The largest, the Cheung Chau Bun Festival wards off evil spirits and seeks to protect the island community.
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Art Basel Hong Kong: May 15-18
Asia's most prestigious art event once again takes center stage at Art Basel Hong Kong. Top galleries from around Asia and the world will be showcasing their collections while art lovers will enjoy enriching educational programs and art events held throughout the city.
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Mid-Autumn Festival: September
The Mid-Autumn Festival is one of Hong Kong's signature celebrations and showcases Hong Kong's most revered Chinese traditions. Families gather in parks and along the waterfront to enjoy moon cakes, while children run around with paper lanterns to celebrate the colorful traditions.
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Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival: October 30 - November 2
Now in its sixth year, the Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival will surely excite your taste buds. Once again, the Festival will be held on Hong Kong Island along the magnificent Victoria Harbour. World-renowned chefs and wineries will be showcasing their finest in a four-day gourmet extravaganza that kicks off Wine & Dine Month during the entire month of November.
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