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Tourism boost to spark business bonanza

Overseas companies can expect a myriad of business opportunities as the SAR Government pumps HK$18 billion (US$2.3billion) into the tourism industry over the next five years. (full story)

Wetland park gives bird's eye view of nature

A HK$500 million (US$64 million) eco-tourism wetland project under way at Tin Shui Wai in the New Territories will provide more ways for visitors and residents alike to enjoy and appreciate Hong Kong’s natural environment.(full story)

Welcome, and have a nice stay

Long-term strategies to boost tourism in Hong Kong include working with the central government to increase visitors from the Chinese mainland, said Acting Tourism Commissioner Duncan Pescod.(full story)

Disney the key to tourism prosperity

The Disneyland project is the core of Hong Kong’s five-year tourism plan and a key provider of jobs, Chief Executive Tung Chee Hwa says. (full story)

World community rallies for charity walk

More than 3,600 hikers from all over the world are expected to take part in Hong Kong’s annual fundraising Trailwalker event, organised by Oxfam Hong Kong – part of the UK-founded Oxfam International Development and Relief Agency – from November 9 – 11. (full story)