The Hong Kong government held the Hello Hong Kong launching ceremony on the 2nd.

(Provided by Hong Kong Tourism Board)

[Reporter Chen Xinyu/Taipei Report] Free air tickets to save sightseeing!

The Hong Kong government announced yesterday (2nd) that it will give away 500,000 air tickets to international tourists, who can register through three airlines including Cathay Pacific Airways, Hong Kong Express and Hong Kong Airlines as early as March this year.

According to the announcement on the official website of the Hong Kong Tourism Board, Taiwanese (other markets) can register as early as May.

The official website of the Hong Kong Tourism Board announced that "free air tickets" will be divided into big draws, first-come-first-served, "buy one (or more) get one free" or games and other ways to give away in stages. The first stage will be on March 1 this year It is expected that the Southeast Asian market will visit Hong Kong from March 1, China will visit Hong Kong from April, Northeast Asia (Japan and South Korea) will visit Hong Kong from May, other markets will visit Hong Kong from May, and Hong Kong people will fly to other countries in July rise.

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The Hong Kong Tourism Board stated that it is now very convenient to enter Hong Kong from Taiwan. Taiwanese passengers only need to provide a negative result of the rapid screening test done within 24 hours before boarding the plane, and then they can board the plane for sightseeing in Hong Kong. After arriving in Hong Kong, they can enjoy a series of Activities, including dining at restaurants, visiting attractions, etc.

Chairman of the Hong Kong Tourism Board Pang Yiu-ka said that Hong Kong's tourism door has been fully opened, coupled with the continuous introduction of new tourism elements in recent years, the tourism attraction is even more attractive than before. Through the all-round promotion of "Hello Hong Kong", the Tourism Board directly sends Kindest and most sincere welcome.

Peng Yaojia said that he is confident that with the various travel experiences in Hong Kong, he will be able to attract old and new acquaintances, come to Hong Kong to start a wonderful and unforgettable journey, and experience this exciting world-class tourist destination together.

The Hong Kong Tourism Board said that in addition to providing 500,000 free air tickets to international tourists, it will also provide 1 million "Hong Kong Gifts" passenger consumption coupons, which can be used by international tourists in 16,000 shops in Hong Kong and Hong Kong, including designated Enjoy a free welcome drink at bars, restaurants and hotels, or redeem discounts on transportation, dining, retail, shops and attractions.

According to the Hong Kong Tourism Board, the Hong Kong International Airport "Flying World Rewards" air ticket giveaway program will give away about 500,000 air tickets to passengers in major passenger markets.

In addition to donating 500,000 air tickets to overseas passengers, the airline will send another 80,000 air tickets to Hong Kong residents this summer after sending 60,000 air tickets to Hong Kong residents the year before (2021) to encourage vaccination. The 700,000 air tickets will be distributed in different markets through different channels.

65% of the air tickets will be sent by airlines through their direct channels or their agents, and the rest will be reserved for tourism-related industries to revitalize inbound tourism and promote Hong Kong.

As for the part of Hong Kong people coming to Taiwan, Taiwan’s business operators observed that since Hong Kong people can only travel in groups at present, the number of Taiwanese tourists has not recovered as expected after the opening of Taiwan’s borders. Before the epidemic, 90% of Hong Kong tourists were independent travelers. Hong Kong people's willingness to travel to Taiwan.

The Hong Kong Tourism Board has joined hands with more than 16,000 stores to provide at least 1 million "Hong Kong Gifts" - tourist consumption coupons.

(Provided by Hong Kong Tourism Board)