Hong Kong has a golden opportunity to enhance its standing as one of the world’s most authentic destinations, but the city will need to look beyond shopping to drive demand from international visitors, a leading Hong Kong hotelier has suggested Aron Harilela, CEO and chairman of Harilela Hotels Limited and founder of The Hari Hong…
Many will say that not much happens around Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA). While you have Hong Kong Disneyland a few train stops away, the Big Buddha in nearby Tung Chung and the sometime event or concert at AsiaWorld Expo, most people will agree that all the action is centred in either Kowloon or Hong…
Aribnb breaks down the hottest travel trends this spring break Airbnb has revealed the most popular spring travel destinations and the reasoning behind the surge. Want a special trip? You won’t have to travel outside of Georgia. On Thursday, Time Magazine released its list of “The World’s Greatest Places of 2025” highlighting 100 standout spots…
The myth of travel hacks, debunked There’s no secret formula for cheap flights. Here’s the truth about travel “hacks.” Cruising Altitude TIME Magazine has released its annual list of the World’s Greatest Places. The list is divided into two categories: places to stay and places to visit. The list highlights destinations around the globe, from…
Hong Kong has announced a hike in the Air Passenger Departure Tax (APDT), effective from 1 October 2025. The tax, which is applied to all passengers aged 12 and older departing from Hong Kong International Airport, will increase by 67%, from HKD 120 (US$15) to HKD 200 (US$26). The increase was confirmed by Paul Chan,…
Hong Kong flag carrier Cathay Pacific Airways’ net profit rose 1 per cent to HK$9.9 billion (US$1.3 billion) in 2024, marking its second consecutive year of robust performance driven by stronger cargo and passenger demand, lower fuel prices and higher cost efficiencies. Cathay Group chairman Patrick Healy said on Wednesday that the results were strong…
If you believe your furry friend deserves a luxury vacation just as much as you do, Mar del Cabo by Velas Resorts has the perfect getaway. The resort has unveiled its exclusive VIP ‘Very Important Pets’ Experience, a bespoke four-night retreat designed to pamper both you and your pet in style. Set against the backdrop…
It could cost you more to enter the United Kingdom. An increase in the fee for Electronic Travel Authorization to England is being proposed, even though the program is still in its infancy. The proposal has come from the United Kingdom government. It asks for an increase of as much as 60 percent, raising the…
Scenes in Johannesburg, Providence, Luang Prabang, and Trinidad.Remi Shoots, Malakhai Pearson, Ka Xiong, Marlon James Let’s get out of here. Let’s go somewhere we don’t know yet. Let’s eat something new to us. Let’s trade our familiar concerns for unfamiliar flavors and experiences. These are the basic desires that compel travelers to restaurants around the…