Hong Kong set for Lunar New Year tourism bump with 6% rise in mainland Chinese visitors
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Hong Kong is anticipating a 6% increase in mainland Chinese visitors during the upcoming Lunar New Year holiday, which runs from February 15-23. The Travel Industry Council estimates approximately 1.4 million mainland tourists will visit, a rise attributed to mega-events and activities like the new cinematic exhibition at the Old Yau Ma Tei Police Station. This increase includes an estimated 2,600 mainland tour groups, a 5% rise from last year. High-speed train tickets from major mainland cities to Hong Kong have been selling quickly, indicating strong travel momentum. Some hoteliers are expecting full occupancy during the festive period.
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