Hong Kong's economy is experiencing a significant rebound, with GDP growing 5.9% and visitor arrivals increasing by 17% in the first quarter. Tourism received a further boost from the recent Labour Day holiday.

Hong Kong’s tourism sectors have entered 2026 with renewed momentum. The broader economy has strengthened, expanding by 5.9 per cent in the first quarter, its fastest pace in nearly five years. Visitor arrivals also reached 14.3 million in the first quarter, up 17 per cent year on year. The recent Labour Day “golden week” holiday offered a further boost, with the city receiving more than 1 million mainland visitors. Across the border, travel volumes reached unprecedented levels, with an...