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Cathay expands free Wi-Fi service

Cathay Pacific has expanded its free Wi-Fi service for business class passengers on all connected aircraft.


The airline is providing free Wi-Fi to first class passengers from 2022 and following a successful trial, customers business class will also receive this free service.


Over 90% of Cathay Pacific's fleet is equipped with Wi-Fi, including all long-haul aircraft. The entire

Cathay is considering the use of personal cutlery in business class
29.04.2024 Hong KongAvia

In a survey of its loyal customers, Cathay Pacific asked passengers whether they would be willing to have their own cutlery on business class flights.


Cathay is exploring unconventional initiatives to improve its sustainability. The airline proposed green initiatives for business class passengers in a questionnaire addressed to loyalty program customers on the Cathay Lab platform.


Passengers

Hong Kong travel warning issued for tourists

Hong Kong implemented the controversial Article 23: National Security Protection Ordinance, which led the UK, Australia and Taiwan to issue special travel warnings administrative region.


The law targets crimes such as treason, sedition, illegal disclosure of state secrets and external interference jeopardizing national security. It was proposed in 2003 and shelved due to widespread protests.

Airlines need to shed weight
27.02.2024 Hong KongAvia

The future of luxury air travel may be in jeopardy.


A scenario laid out in a recent Bloomberg.com article suggests that reducing weight and increasing the number of passengers per flight are key factors for airlines in achieving decarbonization.


Could this move all airline operators to a new model, much like the low-cost carrier (LCC) model?


A huge amount of work is

Giant Christmas tree returns to Hong Kong's waterfront
17.11.2023 Hong KongEvents

Celebrate this winter in Hong Kong and enjoy the city's exceptional festive atmosphere! From 24 November 2023 to 1 January 2024, the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) will resume the annual "Hong Kong WinterFest". One of the highlights of WinterFest is the all-new Winter Harbor Waterfront Pyrotechnics, which will decorate Hong Kong's skyline with festive symbols for three consecutive weekends and the

HKTB and renowned Asian filmmakers collaborate to present microfilms showcasing Hong Kong's tourism appeal

Carrying out the charm of Hong Kong as a tourist destination through captivating films and entertaining television programs has long been one of the promotional strategies of the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) .


Teaming up with CJ ENM, Asia's leading entertainment company, HKTB presents the microfilm series "Hong Kong Through the Lens" by Asian directors, featuring renowned directors from

Two Hong Kong hotels ranked among the top five in the world

Hotels in Hong Kong are recognized as the best in the world. The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) congratulates Rosewood Hong Kong and The Upper House for being ranked second and fourth respectively in the inaugural World's 50 Best Hotels 2023, with Rosewood Hong Kong also named Asia's Best Hotel. This makes Hong Kong the only city in the world to have two hotels in the top five, and demonstrates

HKTB partners with Guangdong and Macau tourism offices to launch new tourism brand in Greater Bay Area

Hong Kong Tourism Board Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), Provincial Department of Culture and Tourism Guangdong and the Macau Government Tourism Office (MGTO) have jointly launched a new tourism brand promotion for the Greater Bay Area (GBA).


The campaign began on October 19 with GBA's first large-scale overseas promotional event since the pandemic in Bangkok, Thailand, under the theme

Hong Kong Cyclothon Sun Hung Kai Properties will be held this Sunday

Get ready to experience an action-packed cycling gala marathon! The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) and Sun Hung Kai Properties (SHKP) will host the SHKP Hong Kong Cyclothon this Sunday (October 22).


Starting at 5:20 am, central Hong Kong will be filled with exciting cycling competitions and races. Olympic medalists Sarah Lee and Ceci Lee, who recently won 2 silver and 1 bronze medal at

HKTB invites visitors and locals to Halloween in Hong Kong

Explore the city for hunting hot spots and night-time celebrations.


Look for adorable Halloween friends throughout Hong Kong! Smiling pumpkins, mischievous spirits and candies will appear across Hong Kong, creating a joyful Halloween experience for visitors and locals alike. The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) is pleased to launch the 'Hallo' Halloween promotion in Hong Kong starting on

Disney Unveils World's First Frozen-Themed Location in Hong Kong

Walt Disney Co. is preparing to unveil the world's first Frozen themed attraction at Hong Kong Disneyland as part of the company's broader plan to invest $60 billion in its global parks and resorts. Known as Frozen World and inspired by the wildly popular animated films, this themed land will debut on November 20.


It will recreate iconic locations from the fictional kingdom of Arendelle,

Hong Kong Wine and Food Festival returns to Central Harbor
03.10.2023 Hong KongEvents

The world's largest sophisticated outdoor party returns to the city after five years! The long-awaited Hong Kong Wine and Food Festival, organized by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), returns to the Harbourfront event space from 26 to 29 October (from Thursday to Sunday)! Buy tickets and tasting passes online from October 10 (Tuesday). In addition to the iconic tradition of serving each country's

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