Half a million airline tickets are being put up for grabs in the “Hello Hong Kong ” campaign, aimed at attracting tourists back to the city that has implemented some of the most drastic anti-Covid measures. While Hong Kong’s borders reopened in mid-January, the return of tourist arrivals has been slow. It was not until December 2022 that Hong Kong ended social distancing, dropped mandatory proof of vaccination, lifted travel restrictions, and the mandatory wearing of protective masks was lifted in early March 2023.
Free plane tickets, festivals and discounts on accommodation and transport
In a press conference, John Lee, the chief executive of the Hong Kong Tourism Board announced that the world's biggest tourist attraction campaign will be launched. 500.000 round-trip airline tickets will be up for grabs, and throughout the year, there will be events and festivals – such as Art Basel and the Dragon Boat Festival. Tourists will benefit from discounts at restaurants, bars, accommodation and transport.
How can you get a free plane ticket to Hong Kong?
Cathay Pacific, HK Express, Greater Bay Airlines and Hong Kong Airlines are the airlines participating in the campaign scheduled to run over six months, with tickets released in stages. The first phase has already launched on March 1st and is open to Southeast Asian residents.
The campaign covers airfares for round-trip economy class flights. It's important to note that if you win, you'll still have to pay any surcharges and related fees.
Registration is done HERE.
What the discount packages contain
Tourists arriving in Hong Kong will receive a welcome package upon landing at the airport. At least one million "Hong Kong Goodies" vouchers worth over $100 each are ready. You can collect your welcome package with vouchers from the tourist information desks in the arrivals terminal of Hong Kong Airport, as well as the visitor desks at West Kowloon High Speed Train Station, Tsim Sha Tsui Star Ferry Pier and Hong Kong-Zhuhai – Macau Bridge.
