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Hong Kong Sees 30% Surge in Mainland Travel Amid Tensions

4/5/2026

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Over 685,000 residents left Hong Kong during the Easter break, with many traveling to mainland China amid rising travel costs and geopolitical tensions.
Timothy Chui from the Hong Kong Tourism Association reported a 30% increase in outbound tour groups to the mainland compared to the previous year.
Local airlines raised fuel surcharges, leading travelers like Hazel Tso to favor shorter trips within the mainland.
The Ching Ming Festival coincided with the holiday, and the Immigration Department estimates 6.44 million trips will occur, peaking on Friday and next Tuesday.

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Story summary

Over 685,000 residents left Hong Kong during the Easter break, with many traveling to mainland China amid rising travel costs and geopolitical tensions.
Timothy Chui from the Hong Kong Tourism Association reported a 30% increase in outbound tour groups to the mainland compared to the previous year.
Local airlines raised fuel surcharges, leading travelers like Hazel Tso to favor shorter trips within the mainland.
The Ching Ming Festival coincided with the holiday, and the Immigration Department estimates 6.44 million trips will occur, peaking on Friday and next Tuesday.