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The Hong Kong based airline still retains its place as one of the most respected carriers from the Pacific Rim. With a fleet of long-range Boeing 777-300ER jets and a high frequency of flights, Cathay is one of the finest flying experiences in Asia. Reviewers gave the airline high marks for seat comfort, service quality, and in- flight entertainment .

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Karan Anand, Head Relationships, Cox and Kings Limited, said: “Short weekend trips to nearby destinations (flight time between three and five hours) and weekend travel, which was mainly popular in metro cities, are picking up in tier 2 cities as well. Apart from domestic destinations, travellers showed interest mainly in short-haul international destinations like Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Dubai and Hong Kong for short weekend trips.”

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Hindustan Times – Print – Mumbai

Short Weekend Trips To Local Destinations Weekend travel, which is popular in metro cities, picked up in tier-two cities as well. “Apart from various domestic destinations, travellers showed interest mainly in short-haul international destinations such as Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Dubai and Hong Kong for short weekend trips,” says Karan Anand, head relationships.

ANI News – Online

The organisation looked at nearly 200 countries across a number of categories, including life expectancy, education, gender equality, and financial wealth. As per the report, here are the countries that scored the highest: 1) Hong Kong: Residents of this Chinese territory have a high average life expectancy at 84 years. 2) United States: The US ranks high in financial wealth.

Traveloffer – Online

You might catch the dazzling display from one of Hong Kong’s many hotels with great views, including Hotel Icon and Park Lane. Crowds gather a couple of hours early at Star Ferry Pier (Tsim Sha Tsui) for some theater, dance and circus performances. While you’re in Hong Kong, you may also want to take in Ocean Park, a favorite amusement area.

Eeyuva – Online

To mark the 20th year of the anniversary of the creation of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the city will have their largest-ever New Year’s Eve production. As part of it, Hong Kong’s skyline will be illuminated in vibrant colours, right from the barges in Victoria Harbor to the rooftops of buildings.

Mail Today – Print – Delhi

“We have observed majority of the corporate travel to foreign destinations including Hong Kong, Dubai, Bangkok, Singapore, London and Sydney in 2017. While these destinations have an array of activities and experiences, there have been a considerable number of businessmen and businesswomen who have combined business with leisure,” Nair of Cox & Kings comments.(Hong Kong)

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Karan Anand, Head Relationships, Cox and Kings Limited, said: “Short weekend trips to nearby destinations (flight time between three and five hours) and weekend travel, which was mainly popular in metro cities, are picking up in tier 2 cities as well. Apart from domestic destinations, travellers showed interest mainly in short-haul international destinations like Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Dubai and Hong Kong for short weekend trips.”

New Kerala – Online

Paris, the global hub of art, fashion and culture, is the most popular destination for luxury travellers in 2017. A recent survey by luxury travel website, LuxuryHotelsGuides.com has found. The survey is sourced on data from over 3 million visitors in 2017

Travel Triangel – Online

The Festival of Colors, Holi is celebrated in all of India, and even around the world. But Vrindavan’s holi is considered the most colorful, craziest and picture-perfect. 48. Let the child in you come alive yet again in Disney World, Hong Kong Meet your favorite Disney characters, shop for Disney goodies, and ride the movie-themed rides.

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Dazzling Hong Kong is promising its ‘most spectacular’ New Year celebration ever, and that’s quite a boast considering how impressive its December 31fireworks are. Head to Victoria Harbour on New Year’s Eve, because that is where the big 2018 New Year countdown celebration is happening.

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When fun is the main ingredient There is nothing children enjoy more than getting messy and making something delicious. Le Meridien Cyberport is holding cooking classes for kids.(Hong Kong)

Rediff – Online

Thanks to better connectivity to destinations like Sri Lanka, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Dubai, etc, it is still possible to beat the sky rocketing air fares and hotel prices. These destinations offer a bigger inventory of air seats and rooms.

NDTV Smart Cooky – Online

The Hong Kong Club, Aerocity, New Delhi The Hong Kong Club, which is newest in the bay is promising an exciting dining experience and night of pulsating Hong Kong, as a special offering for New Year’s Eve. Patrons will have a special feast with a tasting menu of modern Cantonese dishes and small plate servings prepared by authentic Chinese Chefs

Condé Nast Traveller – Print

Nothing beats London, with its elegant architecture, fabulous restaurants and pubs and even more fabulous theatre. Dubai scores for its shopping and hotels, while the perfection of Singapore makes it another favourite. And New York City, equal parts glitzy and gritty, continues to charm. (Hong Kong).

The Indian Express – Online

Are you a gamer or want to take your kids out to play? Thrilling rides, game stalls and merchandise stores await you in the festive atmosphere at Disneyland, Hong Kong. What’s more, the city’s largest outdoor dance floor is also set up and you can tap your feet on your favourite tracks too.

Travenix – Online

This beautifully urbanized city has one of the finest skylines in the world, and seeing this skyline light up with fireworks is an experience in itself. With an impressive display of fireworks and a glamorous lightshow, you can expect your New Year here to be very happening. All you need to do is head over to the Victoria Harbor, which is the center of all the activities.(Hong Kong)

Condé Nast Traveller – Online

The Hundred Islands This couldbe Cast Away archipelago in the Philippines, north of Manila, is full of spectacular, colourful reefs and secluded coves that the upcoming Seabourn Ovation (www.seabourn. com) will navigate on voyages out of Singapore and Hong Kong in 2019.

An Asian Traveller – Online

Be it Vietnam to Hong Kong or Singapore to Malaysia, Seat 61 covers them all in extreme detail. Hands down one of the best transport information websites I’ve seen so far. A special recommendation for train lovers as well !.

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When used to be the final time you took a holiday? You don’t seem to be on my own if it used to be a yr in the past. Maximum Indians will inform you they’re holiday disadvantaged. Consistent with a survey, India is the 5th maximum holiday disadvantaged nation on the planet. That’s after South Korea (82 consistent with cent), France (66 consistent with cent), Malaysia (65 consistent with cent) and Hong Kong (64 consistent with cent).

Republic World – Online

A Catholic nun assists Kosovar children dressed as angels in Cathedral of St. Mother Teresa in Kosovo capital Pristina. Penguins dress up for Christmas at Harbin Polarland, in Harbin, China. Penguins dress up for Christmas at Harbin Polarland, in Harbin, China. Shopping mall decorated during Christmas eve in Hong Kong. Shopping mall decorated during Christmas eve in Hong Kong.

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India has become the fifth most vacation deprived country globally, just after South Korea, Malaysia, Hong Kong and France, says an annual survey conducted by online travel agency Expedia. Expedia released the results of the 2017 Vacation Deprivation study, an annual survey of vacation habits across multiple countries and continents and the survey ranks India as the fifth most vacation deprived country globally.

Bombay Times – Online

Riyaaz adds, “Mumbai has an amazing skyline and is complete with brilliant skyscrapers. Rooftop bars and restaurants are great for the city’s visibility and liveability aspects. I am glad that the government has taken such a progressive measure and introduced new policies. Our city can now compete with the nightlife of other places such as Bangkok, Hong Kong and even the US.”

The Pioneer – Online

Reasons for Indians not being able to go on trips range from work pressure to personal problems. The annual vacation days vary across the globe — UAE, Finland, Spain, Germany, France, and Denmark got around 30 days whereas the number was reduced to 10 in case of Taiwan, Hong Kong, Mexico and South Korea. Indians got around 20 days of vacation.

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Free Press Journal – Online

Globally India Has been ranked as the fifth most vacation deprived countrydue to heavy work schedule, according to a survey. India ranks as the fifth most vacation deprived country globally with 60°/o respondents corroborating with the view, Expedia Vacation Deprivation Report 2017. Expedia is a full service online travel agency. South Korea stood at number one position with 82°/o, followed by France (66%), Malaysia (65%) and Hong Kong (64 per cent), it added.

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The family and friends are excited about the coming December celebrations. The Times Square’s ball drop is the signature celebration of the United States, it’s worth place for the people for celebrations weak. The world’s best Christmas and New Year’s celebrations include the big cities like Hong Kong and Barcelona’s destinations like Valparaiso and Reykjavik.

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Spread over 50 acres and designed by internationally renowned architects, World Street inculcates the essence of shopping in London, Paris, Amsterdam, Athens, Portugal and Hong Kong. Apart from this, a leading multiplex chain has also come on board for setting up a ten screen multiplex at the mall.

Man-s World – Online

Pan Asian does not seem to go out of vogue, with chefs discovering some flavoursome nugget from this culinary treasure trove that is good enough to inspire a whole menu. From Thailand to Hong Kong, Indonesia to Singapore, Sriracha brings uncommon dishes from these regions to your table, for one of the most memorable meals ever.

Femina – Online

Priortise relaxation with a beach holiday. You’ll find safe waters in Thailand’s ever-popular Koh Phi Phi. Or, head to Koh Lanta, another archipelago with gentle waters and sandy beaches. Koh Lanta Yai is the biggest, and because the locals are quite conservative, it’s a good family option. If your kids love the water, Cheung Sha Beach on Lantau in Hong Kong is one of the best for safe swimming

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Hong Kong’s skyline at night is visually stunning allyear long, but in December the city takes it to a higher level with A Symphony of Lights, which has illuminated Victoria Harbor every Christmas season since 2004. This year, a new sound track performed by the Hong Kong Philharmonic Orchestra has accompanied the show, which runs through December 28.

The Times of India – Online

The department expects the project to facilitate entertainment, culture and shopping to citizens after office hours. Night bazaars are a staple on the tourist map of countries like Thailand (Suan Lum and Chiang Mai), Hong Kong (Temple Street), Singapore (Chinatown) and Taiwan, a oggical pointed out.

Your Chennai – Online

Spread over 50 acres and designed by internationally renowned architects, World Street inculcates the essence of shopping in London, Paris, Amsterdam, Athens, Portugal and Hong Kong. Apart from this, a leading multiplex chain has also come on board for setting up a ten screen multiplex at the mall.

Travel Offer – Online

The walled cities of Valletta and Mdina are your entry points to this Mediterranean archipelago, which many conquerors and countries have left their mark on. Visitors will likely be entranced with this cultural mash-up, but come December, Malta’s deep-rooted Catholicism is on full display in the celebration of Christmas. Of special note is the stunning St. John’s Co-Cathedral, a soaring barrel-vaulted space, built in the 1570s.

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For those, who are willing to spend a little more, popular destinations with one-way fares under Rs. 20, 000 are Indonesia, Turkey, Egypt, Maldives, Philippines, Hong Kong and Seychelles.

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In Hong Kong, Chinese Christians honor Christmas with Church services in Chinese. At the Anglican Cathedral, some services are held in English, because Europeans who live and work in Hong Kong attend them as well as people from Hong Kong. The services in Chinese and English are held at different times of the day.

India Live Today – Online

Popular destinations from India with one-way airfares under Rs. 10,000 include Sri Lanka, Nepal, Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Dubai and Qatar. For those, who are willing to spend a little more, popular destinations with one-way fares under Rs. 20, 000 are Indonesia, Turkey, Egypt, Maldives, Philippines, Hong Kong and Seychelles.

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Hong Kong winter festival and Christmas at Bondi beach (Australia), data shows. We expect bookings for packages, standalone hotels and even flights to see a surge around Christmas and New Year’s weekend.

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Those looking for a getaway on a smaller budget are opting for nearby places such as Lonavala, Lavasa, Matheran and Mahabaleshwar, among others. With international holidays becoming more pocket-friendly than before, those who have more time on hand are planning trips to destinations such as Dubai, Singapore, Bangkok, Colombo, Kuala Lumpur and Istanbul,” said Aloke Bajpai, CEO and co-founder, ixigo.

Discovery Holidays – Online

If you are taking a cruise vacation, you can’t miss Hong Kong. Over the last few years, cruise activity around the ports of Hong Kong has grown significantly. And for one simple reason, it offers everything from scenic beauty to good weather. December and January are the most popular months to take to this leading city of the world.

Deccan Herald – Online

Putting things in perspective, Amit Taneja, Chief Revenue Officer at Cleartrip says, “When it comes to the winter travel trends, the top domestic destinations are Goa, Lucknow, Udaipur and Jaipur while preferred international destinations are Dubai, Bangkok, Singapore, Colombo, London and Hong Kong. Adventure tourism also has caught on in the country and skiing is the most sought-after activity by adventure travellers in the season

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The seven-day sale will allow passengers to enjoy substantial savings on select international routes during travel in winter months, Jet Airways said. Flight tickets for Amsterdam, London, Paris, Bangkok, Hong Kong, and Singapore are on sale.

India Blooms – Online

Guests can choose their favourites from amongst winter hotspots such as Amsterdam, London, Paris in the West to Bangkok, Hong Kong, Singapore in the East. Closer home, guests can travel via Jet Airways’ direct flights to 11 destinations in the Gulf including Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Dammam, Doha, Dubai, Jeddah, Kuwait, Muscat, Riyadh, Sharjah, besides Colombo, Kathmandu and Dhaka next door.

Asian Correspondent – Online

The global La Liste 2018 which ranked the restaurants on the globe features a whopping 138 restaurants in Japan and 123 establishments in China, as well as elsewhere in the Asia Pacific including in Singapore, Australia and Hong Kong.

Indian Women Blog – Online

Haha, why not! But I have a pretty naive kitchen thinking of the typical picture of a chef’s kitchen. We don’t have exciting gadgets as such, but we have scissors & knifes, she laughed. Regarding exotic ingredients, they come and go as some of them are seasonal and for others, we place an order, like currently, you’ll find a lot of peppercorns in my kitchen, which I got from Hong Kong.

The New Indian Express – Online

The actor says the show taught him the importance of taking some time off for oneself. “The show opened my eyes. It is important to take time out for yourself. So, I went on a trip the minute I got done with the shooting. I went to Hong Kong for two weeks,” Tahir told IANS.

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Madame Tussauds has been one of the flourishing tourist attraction in places like London, Las Vegas, New York, Orlando, San Francisco and Hong Kong. Its first facility of wax statues such great Indian personalities like Prime Minister Narendra Modi, cinematic icon Amitabh Bachchan and Father of the Nation Mahatma Gandhi, with many Hollywood celebrities.

Live Mint – Online

I felt a sense of déjà vu. I have seen aweinspiring fireworks elsewhere as well. The British fireworks in the Hong Kong harbour on 30 June, 1997 had offered a fitting finale to the end of British rule in Hong Kong. We were at a friend’s home on the peak then, and the harbour glowed magnificently.

News 18 – Online

French culinary exports Alain Ducasse and Olivier Bellin have helped Hong Kong unlock more Michelin stars in the latest edition of the red culinary bible. Though the three and twostarred clubs remain unchanged, the 2018 edition of the Michelin guide for Hong Kong and Macao features eight new restaurants with a single star, many of which are helmed by foreign chefs.

Tour Travel World – Online

Asia as a honeymoon destination has diverse options to suit the whims of all the honeymooners. From the quaint beaches, exotic islands archipelago and unexplored tropical trails to fascinating cultures, wild jungles, and a bevy of romantic activities, Asia will grasp the fancy of every couple. (Hong Kong)

DNA – Print

The first Madame Tussauds attraction was founded in 1835 on Baker Street in London. Operating for more than 200 years, today it has 23flagship sites globally present in London, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Berlin, and now, New Delhi.

New Kerala – Online

The holiday special’s other unforgettable, wish-come-true moments will include an extraordinary castle lighting extravaganza from Disney theme parks around the world traveling the globe from California and Florida to Paris, Shanghai and Hong Kong.

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Madame Tussauds has been a successful tourist attraction in multiple locations starting with London, Las Vegas, New York, Orlando, San Francisco and Hong Kong, and has been making wax figures for over 150 years. Every statue takes about four months in making along with a team of 20 artists.