‘Golden week’ opens with 76,056 mainland visitors flooding Hong Kong for hikes, city walks
During the first day of China's Golden Week holiday, 76,056 mainland visitors arrived in Hong Kong, engaging in activities such as hiking and city walks. The influx marks a significant rise in cross-border travel as holidaymakers take advantage of the week-long break. Hong Kong authorities are monitoring the situation to ensure smooth operations amid the surge in tourism.
- ▪76,056 mainland Chinese visitors arrived in Hong Kong on the first day of the Golden Week holiday.
- ▪Tourists participated in outdoor activities including hiking and urban sightseeing.
- ▪The number reflects a strong rebound in mainland tourism to Hong Kong during national holidays.
- ▪Hong Kong has prepared infrastructure and services to manage the increased visitor volume.
- ▪Golden Week is a major week-long public holiday in China that typically sees massive domestic and cross-border travel.
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