‘More space, better service’: Hongkongers flock to mainland for July 1 holiday

Hongkongers traveled to mainland China in large numbers on Wednesday to take advantage of a public holiday. The holiday marks the 29th anniversary of the city's return to Chinese rule. Major border crossings, such as the West Kowloon terminus and Shenzhen Bay, experienced significant crowds of travelers with luggage and shopping bags. These individuals were seeking a short getaway with more dining, shopping, and family leisure options available in the mainland. One traveler, a 32-year-old lawyer, headed to Dongguan in Guangdong province via the West Kowloon high-speed rail terminus to visit a friend.