China Tourism

For Thai nationals, the revised fee for a single-entry tourist visa will vary from 750 baht for standard processing to 1,950 baht for expedited service. China has announced a 25% reduction in visa fees for travelers from several countries, including Thailand, Japan, Mexico, Vietnam, and the Philippines. This reduction, effective until the end of 2024, is part of China’s efforts to boost foreign tourism and business visits during its economic recovery phase. The new policy, set to commence on December 11, will make it more affordable for millions of travelers from over a dozen countries to obtain a Chinese visa.For...

A performer sings at the 2023 China-Hubei Culture and Tourism Promotion Event in Auckland, New Zealand, Nov. 30, 2023. China's Hubei Province promoted its unique culture and tourism on Thursday in Auckland, New Zealand's largest city. (Xinhua/Guo Lei) Read further.

“With respect to the consolidated group result, we expect that the second-half profit in 2023 will surpass the result from the first half and that the group will achieve a consolidated profit for the overall year, which will be our first profitable year since 2019.”Passenger numbers are expected to reach 95 per cent of pre-pandemic levels. Photo: Elson LiShe said that Cathay, including low-cost unit HK Express, had recorded a better performance in the second half of the year compared with the first.The group said it was on track to meet its target of operating at 70 per cent of...

Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) hosted a five-day “Hong Kong Nights Out” event for more than 100 Southeast Asian influencers and celebrities, showcasing the city’s best food and nightlife. HKTB arranged unforgettable experiences, including a festival, diverse cuisine & drinks, and a cruise with stunning harbor views. Local celebrities and influencers were more than excited to experience the vibrant Hong Kong Nights Out festivities.  “So nice to be back here in Hong Kong,” recounts Daniel Matsunaga, even reminiscing about the time he spent living in Hong Kong for a few years. Hong Kong Tourism Board gathers over 100 Southeast Asian...

A blueprint for Hong Kong’s tourism landscape will recalibrate Kai Tak’s role, the city’s culture chief has said, while also revealing authorities will explore ways to improve the cruise terminal and adjust plans based on how the area develops.In an exclusive interview with the Post, Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Kevin Yeung Yun-hung said authorities might put the management rights of the Kai Tak Cruise Terminal up for tender once the existing contract expired in 2028.“We need to wait and see whether everyone will be satisfied with overall performance by then,” he said on Friday, without giving his own...

In early 2021, the art world was jolted by a groundbreaking event: the sale of Beeple’s Ethereum NFT work, “Everydays: The First 5000 Days,” for an astonishing $69.3 million at Christie’s. This sale not only shattered previous records but also marked a significant shift in the perception and value of digital art. Christie’s, a 257-year-old auction house known for its dealings in masterwork paintings and historical artifacts, found itself at the forefront of a new technological frontier. Following this landmark event, Christie’s swiftly adapted to the burgeoning world of NFTs. The establishment of Christie’s Ventures, a tech-focused venture capital arm,...

New Society, a collective at the forefront of exploring the intersection of technology and culture, has made its new book, “Decentralization: Please Save Culture,” available for order. This new book, available in both Foundation and Collector editions, delves into the burgeoning world of decentralization and Web3 technologies, examining their impact across various cultural domains. The Foundation Edition, priced at 120 Euros, is a 500-page hardcover volume that offers a comprehensive look at the Web3 ecosystem. It is filled with articles, visuals, and case studies spanning a wide range of topics from art and fashion to gaming and finance. Designed to...

Susan van Wyk, the Senior Curator of Photography at the National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), is a prominent figure in the world of photography curation. Over a career spanning three decades, van Wyk has curated over sixty exhibitions, showcasing a rich blend of Australian and international photography. Her curatorial skills are particularly evident in two new projects. The first, “Photography: Real & Imagined,” is a comprehensive survey of the NGV’s Photography collection, featuring more than 300 photographs. This landmark exhibition, which runs through February 4, 2024, covers a 200-year history of photography, featuring works by renowned international and Australian photographers....

This article is part of our What's Good In The Hood series, which sees us bringing our audience to unfamiliar destinations. Through this series, we explore places that might not be the expected, top holiday destinations for Singaporeans, or hidden gems at some of the most popular travel spots so we can all find out what's good in the hood. Find out more about the series on Mothership's Instagram. Hong Kong Tourism Board is giving each visitor a HKD100 Night Treats cash voucher that can be used at participating restaurants and bars after 6pm. This was the perfect excuse for...