Get ready for a National Day holiday like no other! Chief Executive John Lee says HKSAR is set to welcome a whopping 1.54 million visitors from the Chinese mainland over the long weekend 🌟—an impressive 11% jump from last year.
This surge is expected to outpace even the rush during Chinese New Year and Labor Day. To keep things smooth and safe, Lee has rallied the troops with a big interdepartmental working group, led by the chief secretary for administration of the HKSAR government, to fine-tune every detail.
Here’s the game plan to make your trip hassle-free:
- Boosted manpower at border checkpoints 👮♂️
- Enhanced transport support 🚆
- Stronger crowd management 🛡️
- Better visitor protection 🤝
- Expanded info & tech tools 📲
On the tech front, the Security Bureau of the HKSAR government launched a one-stop info platform with real-time border crossing updates. Meanwhile, the Hong Kong Tourism Board rolled out a special webpage detailing attraction schedules and festive events 🎉.
Whether you’re stepping through the border or out to explore the city, these measures are designed to keep lines short and smiles wide. Ready to make some epic National Day memories? Hong Kong’s got your back!
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1.54m mainland visitors expected in HKSAR during National Day holiday
cgtn.com
