Hong Kong records 13% rise in mainland Chinese visitors on day 1 of ‘golden week’
Hong Kong saw a 13% increase in visitors from mainland China on the first day of the 'golden week' holiday. The rise reflects growing travel demand during the week-long national holiday period. Authorities expect continued high visitor numbers throughout the holiday week.
- ▪Hong Kong recorded a 13% year-on-year rise in mainland Chinese visitors on the first day of the 'golden week' holiday.
- ▪The 'golden week' is a major national holiday in China that typically sees large-scale domestic and cross-border travel.
- ▪Increased visitor numbers are attributed to relaxed travel restrictions and strong consumer demand.
- ▪Tourism officials anticipate sustained high footfall in Hong Kong throughout the holiday period.
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