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Vladimir Kalinin says Hong Kong tourists are “very generous”. Photo: Nora Tam

From Almaty to orbit: Kazakhstan woos Hong Kong travellers with rocket launches

3 days ago02 mins

Rocket launches in Kazakhstan are being pitched to Hong Kong travellers, as some Central Asian travel operators make their debut at the city’s flagship travel expo ahead of new direct flights to the region. Six Kazakhstan-based operators set up booths under the theme “Visit Almaty” at the 40th International Travel Expo, the annual event running…

Kolsai Lakes National Park, located in the Almaty region of Kazakhstan, is famous for its emerald-green waters and mountain backdrops. Photo: Handout

More Hong Kong tourists drawn to ‘mysterious’ Central Asia, travel agencies say

2 weeks ago02 mins

The mystique of Central Asia and its deepening business ties with mainland China have prompted more Hongkongers to choose the region for holidays, according to travel agency heads. They were also optimistic that Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu’s high-level visit to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan this week would further promote Central Asia, encouraging residents to step…