40 Hong Kong tour groups safe after magnitude 7.5 quake strikes Japan

    40 Hong Kong tour groups safe after magnitude 7.5 quake strikes Japan

    Hong Kong travellers in Japan were reported safe by at least one major tour operator while the Immigration Department said it was closely monitoring the situation after a powerful earthquake struck off the country’s northeast coast on Monday, triggering tsunami warnings. Steve Huen Kwok-chuen, executive director of EGL Tours, said the operator currently had about…

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    Hongkongers urged to secure travel insurance as bear attacks rise in Japan

    Hongkongers urged to secure travel insurance as bear attacks rise in Japan

    Hongkongers visiting Japan should purchase adequate travel insurance, remain vigilant and avoid entering sealed-off areas known for bear attacks, or they may risk losing their coverage, tourism industry leaders have warned. The warnings came after a rise in bear attacks in Japan over the weekend, prompting the closure of popular destinations known for autumn foliage…

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    Surge in Hongkongers visiting Japan expected after manga ‘megaquake’ fears fade

    Surge in Hongkongers visiting Japan expected after manga ‘megaquake’ fears fade

    Hongkongers’ enthusiasm for visiting Japan is expected to rebound “explosively” in the coming days and months after fears of a “megaquake” predicted in a manga proved unfounded, an industry leader has said. Steve Huen Kwok-chuen, executive director of EGL Tours, said on Monday that rumours of a July 5 earthquake had earlier caused significant concern…

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