The authorities announced that the SAR received 7.8 million visitors in January and February, which was about 70 percent of the same period in 2018.
The HKTB said Hong Kong’s flight capacity has been increasing, leading to a boost in tourist numbers, with many of them coming from the mainland or Southeast Asian countries.
It said it will boost promotion in different source markets, including shaping Hong Kong as a Muslim-friendly travel destination.
The executive director of the Hong Kong Tourism Association, Timothy Chui, said the sector has to do a lot, especially in terms of dining preparations for Muslim tourists. He added that some may require having pork-free menus or eating at halal-certified restaurants.
It comes as Muslims in Hong Kong and around the world are currently into the second week…