Heavy Border Crossings Mark Post-Chung Yeung Festival Tourism in Hong Kong
Post-Festival Surge in Tourism
Hong Kong’s busiest border checkpoint, Lo Wu, witnessed congested crowds on Sunday as the long weekend concluded. Many residents returned from mainland China, having seized the opportunity to indulge in festive shopping and culinary delights.
Chung Yeung Festival and Its Impact
Reports indicate a remarkable net outflow of 416,709 trips from Thursday through Saturday, coinciding with the Chung Yeung Festival. This event, which honors deceased relatives, prompts extensive travel among residents. For comparison, last year saw a net outflow of 428,903 trips during the same timeframe.
- Many returning residents brought back hairy crabs and other goods.
- Jennifer Wong, a yoga studio owner, detailed her HK$5,000 travel expenditure during a staycation.
- Alison Wu noted her trip included street food and entertainment for about HK$5,000.
Trends in Cross-Border Travel
Many travelers expressed the ease and affordability of visiting Shenzhen over other destinations. Chan Chi-yung shared that his family has consistently traveled to Shenzhen for the Chung Yeung Festival since borders reopened, showcasing an enduring link to mainland tourism.
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