Vietnam, mainland China among top Lunar New Year destinations for Hongkongers

South China Morning PostEN 1 min read 100% complete by Wynna WongFebruary 13, 2026 at 01:30 AM

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Hongkongers are increasingly traveling during the Lunar New Year holiday, with South Korea, Japan, Vietnam, and mainland China being the most popular destinations. A favorable calendar arrangement allowing for nine consecutive days off with minimal leave has spurred travel demand. Travel industry representatives note a significant increase in bookings, particularly for longer tours, with departures expected to peak on February 14th. Authorities anticipate 11.38 million passengers will cross Hong Kong's borders between February 14th and 23rd, with land boundary crossings expected to reach 9.52 million trips, significantly higher than the previous year. The increased travel is attributed to the extended holiday period.

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