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Visa-Free Arrivals at Shenzhen Airport Soar 60 Percent in Q1
New border-inspection data show Shenzhen Airport processed 1.75 million passengers in Q1 2026, with visa-free foreign arrivals up over 60 percent. Expanded exemption lists, new air routes and major events are driving the surge, offering faster entry options for business travellers to the Greater Bay Area.
Hong Kong Eyes 50 Million-Plus Visitors in 2026 as Sevens, Golden Week Loom
Hong Kong expects visitor arrivals to top 50 million in 2026, buoyed by a strong Q1 and major events such as the Hong Kong Sevens. Officials pledge to ease cross-boundary flows and lengthen tourist stays—signals that companies should secure accommodation and flights early for staff travel.
Easter–Qingming Super-Holiday Sees Passenger Crush at Hong Kong Ports
Hong Kong’s ports experienced heavy congestion on 4 April as the Easter–Qingming mega-break began. The crush underscores the rapid rebound of two-way travel between Hong Kong and the mainland and signals potential delays for corporate travellers over Chinese public holidays.