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As my Premier 1K era with United Airlines reaches its end, I decided to redeem expiring PlusPoints by taking the scenic route between Los Angeles and Chicago…via East Asia, though even that required some last-minute improvisation thanks to flights that unexpectedly filled up. Rather than fly from Los Angeles to Chicago nonstop, I will fly

The son of imprisoned Hong Kong journalist Jimmy Lai has slammed Keir Starmer’s trip to China, saying his father is suffering in solitary confinement while politicians focus on diplomatic relations. Sebastian Lai described the ongoing ordeal of his 78-year-old father, who has been held since 2020 for his pro-democracy journalism. Jimmy Lai, a British citizen,

Home » Hong Kong News » Hong Kong’s Bold Tourism Push: Aiming for Over Fifty Million Visitors in 2026 with Major Events, Cultural Celebrations, and Expanding Infrastructure – Here’s What to Know About The Tourism Surge Published on February 2, 2026 Hong Kong’s tourism sector is making a confident push towards a strong recovery in

Published on February 2, 2026 In a bold move to boost its profile within the Asia Pacific incentive, meetings, and events (MICE) sector, Hong Kong is gearing up to attend the Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event (AIME) 2026 with its largest delegation since 2013. The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) is set

Home » VISA AND PASSPORT NEWS » Hong Kong Citizens Benefit from Visa Exemption in Colombia While Taiwan Faces Tougher Entry Rules: A Look at the Impact on Travelers Heading to Bogotá, Medellín, and Beyond – Here’s What to Know Before You Travel Published on February 2, 2026 Starting January 30, 2026, a new shift

Documents released by the U.S. Department of Justice on Friday reveal previously unreported details about financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein’s role as a backroom power broker amid the rapid strengthening of India-Israel ties in 2017. Epstein connected an Indian billionaire close to Prime Minister Narendra Modi with former Israeli prime minister Ehud Barak

British travellers planning trips to China can now leave the visa paperwork behind. In an update posted on Sky News’ live politics feed on 1 February 2026, the UK government confirmed that China has added the United Kingdom to its growing list of countries whose citizens may enter visa-free for stays of up to 30

Virgin Money account-holders woke up to leaner travel cover on 1 February 2026. The bank’s website now states that its Club M packaged current-account no longer includes the ‘Virtual Medical Care’ service—previously a headline perk offering 24/7 tele-doctor consultations and overseas second-opinion referrals.(uk.virginmoney.com) The removal affects thousands of customers who rely on the bundled Allianz-underwritten

Home » ASIA » Hong Kong Set to Welcome Record-Breaking Tourism Numbers This Lunar New Year with Grand Celebrations and Increased Visitor Arrivals Published on February 2, 2026 Hong Kong is set to welcome record-breaking tourism numbers this Lunar New Year, with visitor arrivals expected to soar beyond previous years. The city is preparing for

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer wrapped up a four-day trip to China on Saturday, after his bid to forge closer ties prompted warnings from US President Donald Trump. Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer (C) and British actor-producer Rosamund Pike (3rd L) pose for a selfie with Chinese performing arts students at the Design Innovation Institute

Home » Hong Kong News » Hong Kong’s Tourism Growth Soars Ahead of 2026, Boosted by Lunar New Year and Event Calendar Published on February 1, 2026 Hong Kong is expected to witness a significant revival in its tourism industry in 2026, with a projected number of visitors exceeding 50 million. The tourism industry in

Canadians who want to go on a food crawl in Borough Market or admire art at the Tate Modern will be required to obtain a United Kingdom (U.K.) Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) soon. The U.K. government announced in November that it would begin strictly enforcing the new visa waiver system starting on Feb. 25, 2026.

Home » Latest Travel News » Miami Joins Newark, Atlanta, Orlando, Las Vegas, Boston, and Other Cities in Propelling US Tourism with a Surge in Tourist Arrivals from the United Kingdom Last Year: Everything You Need to Know Published on February 1, 2026 Miami has joined Newark, Atlanta, Orlando, Las Vegas, Boston, and other cities

Update on chikungunya fever The Centre for Health Protection (CHP) of the Department of Health announced that, as of 5pm today (February 1), the CHP has recorded two new imported cases of chikungunya fever (CF). Latest case information —————————— The first case involves a 55-year-old female living in Kowloon City District. Preliminary investigation revealed that

The Kanas lake in Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn] Based on the continuous improvement of tourism offerings, travel platform Trip.com Group predicts a robust Chinese New Year travel market this year, marked by strong growth in both supply and demand and an overall upgrade in service quality. According to a recent report

Home » Azerbaijan Travel News » Azerbaijan Unveils Game-Changing Visa-Free Travel Corridor for Hong Kong Passport Holders, Unlocking New Tourism and Economic Opportunities Between the Regions Published on February 1, 2026 Azerbaijan has officially launched a visa-free travel corridor for holders of Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) passports, making it easier than ever for

A breakthrough on visa liberalisation crowned Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer’s three-day visit to Beijing (29–31 January 2026). In a joint communiqué issued in the Great Hall of the People on 31 January, President Xi Jinping confirmed that holders of standard British passports will be able to enter mainland China for up to 30 days

Home » DENMARK TRAVEL NEWS » Denmark Joins Luxembourg, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Germany, Estonia, France And More Than Thirty-Five Countries In Europe As India Debuts Innovative E‑Tourist Visa To Boost Tourism Published on February 1, 2026 Denmark Joins Luxembourg, Switzerland, United Kingdom, Germany, Estonia, France, and More Than Thirty-Five Countries in Europe as India Launches

Published on January 30, 2026 Staypineapple, the pet-friendly national boutique hotel chain, is offering a special treat for traveling pet owners in 2026. In celebration of Valentine’s Day, Staypineapple is bringing back its highly popular Pineapple Pup Plus One offer, which waives the pet fee entirely for all stays booked during February 2026. This initiative

Travel media in the UK are buzzing after China signalled it will soon add Britain to its 30-day unilateral visa-free scheme – a development highlighted in a 29 January 2026 feature in The Times listing up-to-date visa-free destinations for UK nationals. (thetimes.com) Although Beijing has not yet confirmed an implementation date, the prospect of visa-free