Lunar New Year sees 1 million-plus net outbound trips but Hong Kong hotels still enjoy bumper holiday trade
Immigration tallies 1.08 million border crossings by 9 p.m. on Lunar New Year Day 3
Crowds overwhelm Peak Tram and Che Kung Temple despite 16 % holiday net outflow
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Hong Kong International Airport sets 27 May opening date for new Terminal 2 departure hall
The Airport Authority has confirmed that HKIA’s rebuilt Terminal 2 departure facilities will open on 27 May 2026, introducing more self-service and biometric clearance capacity and allowing 15 airlines to relocate. The move will relieve congestion at Terminal 1 ahead of the summer peak and support Hong Kong’s aviation-hub ambitions.
Cathay Pacific turns Lunar New Year parade spotlight into limited-time fare drive
Cathay Pacific leveraged its starring role in the 17 February Night Parade to roll out limited-time flight and upgrade deals on 18 February. The promo aims to pull spring-season demand forward, potentially tightening seat supply on key business routes.
Shenzhen Metro adds 28 rail-plus-cycling hubs, smoothing last-mile for Hong Kong weekend visitors
From 18 February, Shenzhen Metro’s rail + cycling scheme covers 28 stations on weekends and holidays, providing Hong Kong visitors with a pre-bookable last-mile option for RMB 35. The move is expected to ease taxi queues at border stations and boost retail footfall in key Shenzhen districts.
Lunar New Year fireworks push Hong Kong visitor numbers 8 % above 2025 levels
Pre-holiday immigration figures show visitor arrivals during the first two days of the Lunar New Year are up at least 8 % year-on-year, helped by an eye-catching 23-minute fireworks display on 18 February. High hotel occupancy and transport extensions underline the business impact.
Hong Kong Jockey Club’s twin-city drone-and-firework show aims to draw tourists to Hong Kong and Conghua
A Hong Kong Jockey Club-sponsored fireworks and drone extravaganza on 18 February linked Victoria Harbour and Conghua, Guangzhou, promoting two-centre tourism itineraries and previewing the first Mainland racing season. The initiative supports Hong Kong’s strategy of using mega-events to spur cross-border travel.