TOURISM & HOSPITALITY

16 August 2019

With social media now one of the biggest influences on where tourists choose to go and technology letting them cut out the middle man and arrange trips themselves, a breed of discerning traveller is emerging – adventurers hungry for more than a trip to the local market or tours to local landmarks, who crave more authentic, immersive experiences when they hit the road. More

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Overseas-Owned Yachts to be Welcomed into Hainan Waters on Trial Basis

30 July 2019

With immediate effect, Hainan is to grant overseas-owned yachts access to eight of its surrounding coastal areas – Dongying, Boao, Shimei Bay (off the Shenzhou Peninsula), Haitang Bay, Nanshan, Longmu Bay, Qizi Bay and Lingao Cape. This entitlement will extend until 15 January 2020. More

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Saudi Arabia: Opportunities and Outlook

25 June 2019

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Canvassing for members

24 June 2019

A veteran of Hong Kong’s real-estate scene – he founded the ACTS Group in 2005 – entrepreneur Carl Gouw has recently launched lifestyle brand Canvas, which offers complimentary stays at Asia-based hotel and residential developments, sessions with a life coach and the chance to network with its members. More

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At your service, 24x7

10 June 2019

In a city like Hong Kong, where upscale hotels are ubiquitous, it can be difficult to stand out from the crowd. More

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Saudi Arabia: Vision 2030 Progress, Opportunities and Outlook (2)

29 April 2019

In its new era of economic and social reforms, Saudi Arabia is embarking on a radical transition. Economic diversification, a greater emphasis on foreign and private investment, as well as social reforms under the Vision 2030 agenda have started implementing sweeping changes in the country. Specifically, investors and services suppliers are advised to take a closer look at sector-focused developments and opportunities. More

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On track for the next chapter

17 April 2019

For more than a century, Hong Kong’s beloved “ding ding” trams have ambled through the city streets at a leisurely pace. More

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Hainan Free Trade Zone (3): The Burgeoning Medical Tourism Sector

10 April 2019

With Hainan Island being established as a free trade zone (FTZ), the provincial government is putting a lot of effort into developing the island’s tourism industry, including medical tourism. In November 2018, HKTDC Research visited the Hainan Boao Lecheng International Medical Tourism Pilot Zone to find out how it is trying to turn Hainan into one of the world’s medical tourism hubs by capitalising on policy advantages. More

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Private jet service taking off

28 March 2019

Holding increasing appeal to travellers keen to enjoy a more stress-free, upscale experience in the air – and reach destinations quicker by cutting out lengthy airport security checks – Malta-based private-jet firm VistaJet has arranged flights to more than 187 countries worldwide since its inception in 2004. More

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Russian Far East Opportunities: SAR and Integrated Entertainment Zone Developments

21 March 2019

In addition to strategic investment vehicles such as ASEZs and FPVs, the Russian government has implemented two special schemes – the Special Administrative Region (SAR) and the Integrated Entertainment Zone (IEZ) in Russia Far East to unleash the region’s full potential. This gives Hong Kong – a renowned SAR, international financial centre and world-class tourist destination – a new window of opportunity. More

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