As the festive season peaks, Hong Kong is witnessing a bustling travel scene, both inbound and outbound. According to Timothy Chui, executive director of the Hong Kong Tourism Association, at least one million Hong Kong residents have traveled during the Winter Solstice to Christmas period, with West Kowloon High-Speed Rail Station described as "packed with travelers."
Speaking on a local radio program, Chui noted that outbound demand is "forceful," while inbound tourism is also on the rise—particularly among visitors from Mainland China, Japan, and Southeast Asia. Hotel occupancy rates in Hong Kong have exceeded 90%, with many tourists opting for 3- to 4-night stays, suggesting that the city remains a popular destination for holidaymakers.
Despite the cancellation of the New Year's Eve fireworks show, Chui emphasized that the festive atmosphere in Hong Kong—bolstered by Christmas markets in Central and the West Kowloon Cultural District—continues to attract tourists.
He also pointed out that hotel prices have increased by 10–15% during the holiday peak, partially due to the newly implemented hotel tax, but described the overall pricing as reasonable and conducive to overnight stays.
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