Mainland Chinese arrivals to Hong Kong beat ‘golden week’ forecast in just 6 days
- Posted on October 8, 2026
- By South China Morning Post
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In brief
Hong Kong experienced a remarkable surge in visitor numbers during the Golden Week holiday period, with mainland Chinese tourists arriving at an unprecedented pace. The region exceeded expectations by achieving 1.3 million arrivals in just six days, representing an 11.6% increase compared to the same period last year. This exceptional influx has generated significant economic activity across the retail and hospitality sectors, with shopping malls and hotels reporting notably strong business performance and occupancy rates.
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Mainland Chinese arrivals to Hong Kong beat ‘golden week’ forecast in just 6 days
Mainland arrivals hit 1.3 million, up 11.6 per cent year on year, surpassing entire holiday forecast of 1.29 million, as malls and hotels report brisk trade.
