October 2017
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Cruise Through Luxuryedit

The Economic Times | The Economic Times – Print Editions – Delhi and Bangalore

Not only for honeymooners, even for families, cruise vacations are an experience to cherish. Chitra Chaudhary, an HR manager shares, “We went to Hong Kong to China on a cruise. Though I was a bit apprehensive, travelling with an infant but once on the ship, all my worries flew away.

Art Director Aashrita Kamath Talks About Working On ‘Avatar’ Sequelsedit

Mid-Day – Online

Sometimes, the references are specific. For instance, for the Boneyard set in Hong Kong, we looked at a lot of textural references for how whale bones looked as they aged, what would be growing on them since we wanted to work that texture into the carving of the bones,” she says.

Ask the travel expert: Is it a good idea to buy foreign currency at the airport?edit

The Economic Times – Online

I want to take my family for a holiday during May 2018. I am looking at Macao, Shenzen and Hong Kong as my 9 year old daughter will enjoy Disneyland. Is May the right time to travel to these destinations? Which other places can I look at? May is a good time to visit the places you have picked.

Ask The Travel Expertedit

The Economic Times – Print

Rakshit Desai, Managing Director, FCM Travel Solutions India, Flight Centre Travel Group Australia’s Indian subsidiary, answers your questions on Travel — howtos, trends, recommendations and more. Send in your questions to: [email protected].(Hong Kong, Australia)

Travellers take extended Diwali holiday, bookings surge 50%edit

The Times of India – Online

Among international destinations, the coastal cities of Australia are in great demand. Popular countries such as Russia, Hong Kong, Singapore, Turkey and Egypt have also amplified to a 45% uptake.

Changing the way we eat Dim Sum in the Capitaledit

Hindustan Times – Print – Delhi

Dim Sum Brunch is the largest in the city that serves for the first time in Delhi with Hong Kong style Dim Sum Trolleys.

Akshay Kumar-Katrina Kaif reunite for Kesari, Varun Dhawan wax figure in Hong Kongedit

India Today – Online

Akshay Kumar and Katrina who had done several hits such as Namaste London and Singh is King, will now reunite for Kesari. Varun Dhawan will have a wax statue in his honour in Madame Tussauds Hong Kong, and is the second actor after Amitabh Bachchan to get a wax statue.

India Outbound Tourism Market Share, Trends, Growth and Forecast 2022edit

Free Press Release – Online

In India outbound tourism market, United States, Singapore and Thailand are most attractive tourist destination for Indian travelers in the world. More than 15 percent tourists have visited these countries for various reasons in 2016. Someone visited for holiday purpose others are for business purpose or Visit Friend & Relatives (VFR) purpose. China is continuously losing Holiday Tourist from India According to our research,China is continuously losing holiday tourist from India. Whereas Singapore, Thailand, United States, Hong Kong, United Kingdom, Australia, China, Canada, Japan, South Africa and South Korea are showing positive trend.

Varun Dhawan To Get Waxed At Madame Tussauds Museum In Hong Kongedit

The Times of India | Film Fare | Filmi Beat | Hindustan Times | Bollywood Life | MENS XP | The Indian Express | India Times | News 18 | NDTV – Online Publications

It was quite surprising for me when I was approached for it. I remember – as a kid – whenever I would go for holidays, I used to visit Madame Tussauds and click pictures of Mahatma Gandhi’s statue. So, it’s a huge deal to be the youngest actor from India to get his own [wax] statue.

Medical tourism a money spinner, say expertsedit

Foreign patients mostly come to India for heart surgery, knee transplant, cosmetic surgery and dental care, as the treatment cost here is considered the lowest in Asia. It is much lower than Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore and Hong Kong.

The Perfect Traveledit

The Times of India – Print – Mumbai

The Times of India – Print – Delhi

Visit one of Hong Kong’s tailors and buy a garment that’s customised for you. 9. Have breakfast at a dai pai dong. A ride on the Peak tram is a classic Hong Kong experience.

A toast to winemakingedit

The Times of India – Online

Burgundy School of Business, France University of Auckland, New Zealand University of Adelaide, Australia, Hong Kong Polytechnic University American Wine School The Rudd Center for Professional Wine Studies, US.

10 budget-friendly international travel destinations for winter vacations that gives visa on arrivaledit

Newsx – Online

The capital city of Jakarta draws huge crowd annually while the coastal region of Bali is equally loved by beach lovers. Indonesia is a nice country and offers peace of mind away from city life in cheap. Here, 1000 Indian rupees get you a whopping 206521 Indonesian Rupiah. Macau Known for its enchanting night life and tall skyscrapers, if you can reach Macau on New Year eve then you are in for an extravagant treat. Here, Rs 1000 can be exchanged for 122 Macanese Pataca.

Is Your Credit Card Helping You Explore The Worldedit

Bloomberg – Online

Day or night, Hong Kong is abuzz with people who are shopping, eating, or simply on the move. The Hong Kong Disneyland Resort is a mainstay of family vacations, but consider heading to the south of Hong Kong Island to Repulse Bay for a more upmarket experience that both kids and parents will enjoy.

10 Budget Trips to Open up the World to Your Kids!edit

Taking your kids to Hong Kong? We are sure you will not miss the Disneyland, however, there are several more options for your child like riding the star ferry, spending an entire day at the Ocean Park or explore the geopark and the best of all, watching the pink dolphins that are extremely rare.

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The Wax Effectedit

The Week – Print Edition – National Issue

Varun Dhawan will soon get his wax twin at Madame Tusssauds Hong Kong. The Judwaa 2 actor tweeted, Huge honour. Can’t wait to come there and stare down my wax figure. Thank you.” The statue will be unveiled in early 2018. Mahatma Gandhi, Narendra Modi and Amitabh Bachchan, too, have their wax statues at the museum.

The Ultimate Hong Kong Shopping Guideedit

Condé Nast Traveller – Print Edition – National Issue

Fashion Shanghai Tang A home-grown luxury success story, Shanghai Tang’s blend of 1920s Chinese fashion with a contemporary twist is always on point, be it a chic qipao-style dress, a mandarin-collared suit or a jeweltoned scarf.(Hong Kong)

Hong Kong tourism wants to promote rural and cultural destinationsedit

Travel And Tour World – Online

Hong Kong tourism is now plans to draw the tourists by promoting the rural and cultural attractions than the shopping malls. The Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development Edward Yau Tang-wah said the targets were high-yield and young ­tourists seeking a “distinctive” experience.

Global Sources Fashion showcases newest fashionedit

Fibre2 Fashion – Online

Global Sources Fashion, an event to showcase Asia’s newest fashion accessories, fabrics and apparel, concluded in Hong Kong today. With 1,800 booths of apparel, underwear, swimwear, bags, luggage, scarves, footwear and fabrics, the show was the largest fashion sourcing event in Hong Kong.

Cruise Tourism, Gaining Momentum in Indiaedit

Travel Biz Monitor – Online

India has strong potential and the opportunities to seize a sizeable market share for itself. We know this as India is no stranger to Genting Hong Kong and its Genting Cruise Lines division, having Star Cruises first homeported in Mumbai since 2005, calling upon various local ports as well.

A fishy affairedit

The Hindu Business Line – Online

The Hindu Business Line | The Hindu Business Line | The Hindu Business Line – Print Editions – Delhi, Bangalore and Mumbai

Most of them have surrendered to tall, shiny skyscrapers and the din of a thriving metropolis. Tai O, on the western side of Lantau Island, comes as a surprising side of Hong Kong, where traditional stilt houses and the pungent smells of drying fish and shrimp paste reign supreme.

Sunny Leone’s sizzling Instagram picturesedit

The Times of India – Online

Sunny Leone is currently holidaying in Hong Kong with husband Daniel Weber and daughter Nisha. The actress has been posting pictures and videos on her Instagram account giving her fans and followers a glimpse of what she is up to. She recently posted a picture where she can be seen standing in the middle of a market.

Hong Kong Disneyland Resort launches revamped Travel Professional Websiteedit

Travel Biz Monitor – Online

Hong Kong Disneyland Resort (HKDL) launched its upgraded Travel Professional Website, www.HKDLTA.com, complete with new functionalities available in English, Traditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese. Through the dedicated travel trade portal, industry professionals can stay informed on the latest resort happenings and sales and marketing tools, strengthen their product knowledge of HKDL through the one-stop online training programme for the travel trade, as well as make online bookings for customers using the e-commerce functions.

How chef Kunal cooked it up in HKedit

Mid-Day – Mumbai – Print

Just one look at chef Kunal Kapur’s social media feeds is enough to stoke our wanderlust. He is currently in Hong Kong, shooting for a web series in association with the country’s tourism board to throw the spotlight on its best food, wine and local adventures. While there, the chef will also be part of the celebrated Wine and Dine Festival.

How Hong Kong airport fights waste for greener environmentedit

The Hindu Business Line – Online

According to the Hong Kong Airport Sustainability Report 2015/16, its overall recycling rate fell from 12.2 percent in 2014/15 to 7.5 percent in 2015/16, which could be due to the lower market value of recyclables or recycling procedures not being fully executed by airport employees or customers. In March 2017, Hong Kong government announced that municipal solid waste (MSW) charging scheme would be launched in the second half of 2019.

Hong Kong Disneyland Resort launches revamped Travel Professional Websiteedit

Travel Biz Monitor – Online

Hong Kong Disneyland Resort (HKDL) launched its upgraded Travel Professional Website, www.HKDLTA.com, complete with new functionalities available in English, Traditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese.

Cathay Pacific becomes the first Hong Kong airline to receive IATA CEIV pharma certificationedit

Stat – Online

Cathay Pacific has become the first airline in Hong Kong to be awarded IATA CEIV Pharma Certification that underlines the carrier’s capabilities in the treatment and transportation of high-value, time-sensitive and temperature-controlled pharmaceutical products with speed, consistency and efficiency.

Sonali Kulkarni cuts her holiday short!edit

DNA – Online

Sonali Kulkarni, who had gone on a holiday to Hong Kong with her family, had to cut her vacation short to reach Mumbai in time for Swartarang 2017, a police event. But the actress is not complaining.

Louis Vuitton Gives Way to Bar in Hong Kong’s New Retail Mixedit

 – Online

To gauge how much the Hong Kong shopping experience is changing, take a walk through Pacific Place mall. Burberry Group Plc has shrunk its store and the space now also houses a Pure yoga studio and juice bar. Coach Inc. has been replaced by a tea company. Some of Louis Vuitton’s space has given way to a Southern California-style bar and restaurant

Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair Set for Novemberedit

Pocket News Alert – Online

Life and Trendz – Online

Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), 1,070 exhibitors from 37 countries and regions will take part in the Hong Kong International Wine & Spirits Fair, from 9-11 November, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). In its 10th edition this year, the fair will showcase a wide variety of liquor and beverage products, wine accessories, equipment and services, as well as friends of wine, including bakery and dairy products.

Sonali Kulkarni Celebrates Her Daughter’s 6th Birthdayedit

Mid Day |  Filmi Wiki | Times Mumbai – Online Publications

Sonali Kulkarni with hubby Nachiket Pantvaidya and daughter Kaveri are celebrating Diwali in Hong Kong. The actor had been busy with her commitments since the past couple of months. As soon as she wrapped up the shoot, the family decided on a getaway. As Kaveri turns six today, they will be celebrating her birthday in Hong Kong’s Disneyland.

Sunny Leone’s sizzling Instagram picturesedit

The Times of India – Online

Captioning the image she says, “You can’t tell by my expression but I did have fun walking through the markets!” The couple took their newly adopted daughter Nisha to Disneyland in Hong Kong to ring in her birthday.

The magic of Hong Kongedit

Deccan Herald – Online

Deccan Herald – Print – Bangalore

My six-year-old daughter, Kruthi, is fascinated by Disney characters, so we decided to go on a trip to Hong Kong during her vacation. On the day of our arrival, after checking in to the hotel, we decided to visit Victoria Peak. We boarded the Peak Tram at Garden Road.

Madame Tussaud’s Wax Musuem In Hong Kong To Have Varun Dhawan Statueedit

Sakshi – Online

Jenny You, General Manager of Madame Tussauds, Hong Kong, said, “Varun Dhawan is one of the most requested figures and we are delighted to be partnering with this Bollywood great actor. Hong Kong is a multicultural metropolis which makes us a unique brand. Visitors can meet both Hollywood, Asian and also Bollywood stars here at Madame Tussauds Hong Kong.

Toon timeedit

MID-DAY – Print – Mumbai

Sonali Kulkarni with hubby Nachiket Pantvaidya and daughter Kaveri are celebrating Diwali in Hong Kong. The actor had been busy with her commitments since the past couple of months. As soon as she wrapped up the shoot, the family decided on a getaway. As Kaveri turns six today, they will be celebrating her birthday in Hong Kong’s Disneyland.

Varun’s wax figure to feature at Hong Kong’s Madame Tussaudsedit

Asia Net India – Online

M24 News – Online

Nagalandpage – Online

Actor Varun Dhawan is the latest Bollywood celebrity who will have his wax statue featured at the Hong Kong branch of Madame Tussauds. The 30-year-old actor is the youngest Indian to have made the list and said getting his own wax idol is one of the coolest things he has done. Varun took to Instagram to make the announcement.

Varun Dhawan to get his first Madame Tussauds wax figure in Hong Kongedit

Deccan Chronicle – Online

Yahoo News – Online

Eeyuva – Online

Bollywood actor Varun Dhawan, who is basking high after the success of his latest film ‘Judwaa 2’ has got another reason for celebration. Yes, you heard that right. Madame Tussauds Hong Kong has decided to have his world-first figure at the world-renowned museum. Varun shared his feelings on Twitter along with the pictures during the measurement process of his statue. He wrote, “Huge honour can’t wait to come there and stare down my wax figure. Thank you.” Varun will be the 4th Indian figure to join Madame Tussauds Hong Kong with Mahatma Gandhi, Narendra Modi and Amitabh Bachchan

A pollution-free Diwali for Sonaliedit

Hindustan Times – Online

WN – Online

 Actor Sonali Kulkarni has a tendency to celebrate festivals in her own way. While she celebrated Ganesh Chaturthi in an eco-friendly manner, Diwali is going to be quieter and calmer for her. Sonali has been living out of her suitcase of late, as she was busy shooting for her forthcoming film, and wasn’t able to spend time with her family. So, the Dil Chahta Hai (2001) actor has whisked her family off to Hong Kong to celebrate the festival and take a much-needed break.

Dig into dim sum Sundaysedit

The Times of India – Print – Delhi

Every Sunday, brunch enthusiasts can now indulge in unlimited portions of crispy aromatic duck followed by 50 varieties of steamed, baked, and fried dim sum varieties. Not only will the delicacies be served as per demand, but also, for the first time in Delhi, via Hong Kong style dim sum trolleys.

Traversing the Pearl of the Orientedit

The Asian Age –  Online

The Asian Age – Print – Delhi

The Asian Age – Print – Mumbai

It’s in different languages on different nights! Watching the show is one of the fun things to do in Hong Kong for families. The kids had never seen anything like it and they thought all the flashing lights were very cool. We loved the atmosphere and were well entertained.

Lanterns, moon cakes mark festivities during Mid-Autumn festival in Chinaedit

Hindustan Times – Online

The second biggest public festival in China, the Mid-Autumn festival or the Moon Cake festival is associated with traditions of moon worship and celebrated with great vigour. This year, it has coincided with the National Day holidays.

Enter the ‘fire dragon’edit

The Hindu – Online

Thousands of festival-goers packed a historic neighbourhood of Hong Kong to watch a “fire dragon” lit with incense sticks dance through the streets in a century-old ritual. The 67-metre (220-foot) long dragon snakes around the network of narrow paths in the village of Tai Hang each year to the sound of roaring drums, and is one of the highlights of the celebrations for Wednesday’s mid-autumn festival.

The making of Hong Kong’s famous ‘fire dragon’edit

News Hour | DT NEXT | SINO Daily | Yahoo News | The Times of India | NEWS R | Pune Mirror | Dinakaran – Online Publications

Thousands of festival-goers packed a historic neighbourhood of Hong Kong to watch a “fire dragon” lit with incense sticks dance through the streets in a century-old ritual. The 67-metre (220-foot) long dragon snakes around the network of narrow paths in the village of Tai Hang each year to the sound of roaring drums, and is one of the highlights of the celebrations for Wednesday’s mid-autumn festival.

Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance headlines Mid-Autumn Festival celebration in Hong Kongedit

Travel Breaking News | News.Ava 360 – Online

Hong Kong From October 3 through October 6, 2017, neighborhoods across Hong Kong are commemorating the Mid-Autumn Festival with magical exhibitions, including traditional cultural shows, lantern displays, and the customary sharing and consumption of tasty moon cakes. Among the grandest of all festive activities for the four nights is the Tai Hang Fire Dragon Dance with over 70,000 sticks of burning incense and the participation of 300 athletes for awe-inspiring dance of flames in celebration of the Mid-Autumn Festival.

Hong Kong: Tai Hang villagers bring to life centuries-old fire dragon dance ritualedit

The Asian Age – Online

The yearly Tai Hang fire dragon dance proceeds through the streets of Tai Hang on Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2017, in Hong Kong. The tradition is one of the highlights of the celebration of the Mid-Autumn Festival.People put incense sticks on the Tai Hang fire dragon on Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2017, in Hong Kong. The centuries-old tradition began to stop a run of bad luck from afflicting their village like being a hit by a typhoon then a plague.

Hong Kong dazzles as Mid-Autumn Festival begins; Tai Hang fire dragon dance headlines celebrationedit

First Post | Globoble – Online

With grand cultural shows, exhibitions, parades and lantern display exhibits, Hong Kong kick started its celebrations for the Mid-Autumn Festival on 3 October. The three-day festival which will go on till 6 October, is traditionally a harvest festival also celebrated in Taiwan and Vietnam. AP The three-day festival which will go on till 6 October, is traditionally a harvest festival also celebrated in Taiwan and Vietnam.

Fire dragon snakes through village in Hong Kongedit

Deccan Chronicle | News R – Online

The Fire Dragon Dance, in Tai Hang, Hong Kong, has been a tradition for more than a century. The flaming dragon was used to stop a plague around 100 years ago, according to folklore.

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