Hong Kong Autumn Travel Expo Opens with Record Visitor Forecasts, Local Tours Zone Debuts
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Summary
The Hong Kong Autumn Travel Expo 2026 opened at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre on September 25, running through September 27. Organized by Exhibition Group with support from the Hong Kong Tourism Board, the expo coincides with the Mid-Autumn Festival and features a special moon rabbit photo zone. The event introduces its inaugural Local Tours Zone, Creative Workshop Zone, and MICE Tourism Exchange Program, offering over 1,000 travel routes across more than 150 countries and regions.
Key Points
- The expo runs from September 25 to 27, 2026 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre Exhibition Hall 5BCD
- A special photo zone named "Set Sail Under the Full Moon: Traveling the World with the Moon Rabbit" features giant inflatable moon rabbits, creating a festive atmosphere for families and couples during the Mid-Autumn Festival
- The inaugural Local Tours Zone highlights over 1,000 Hong Kong travel routes, promoting local tourism experiences and culinary offerings
- Tourism Commissioner Diana Chan (陳慧欣) reported 36.67 million visitor arrivals in the first eight months of 2026, up 11% year-on-year, with year-end arrivals expected to reach 53.8 million
- The Travel Authority's outbound travel levy revenue grew 12% year-on-year in the first eight months, reflecting strong demand for quality tour packages
Why It Matters
The expo's strong attendance figures and diversified offerings reflect Hong Kong's successful recovery in both inbound and outbound tourism sectors. The government's strategic alignment with national tourism development plans and the introduction of professional licensing for geopark guides demonstrate Hong Kong's commitment to developing sustainable, high-quality tourism products that can attract and retain visitors while creating new economic opportunities for local operators .
The expo's strong attendance figures and diversified offerings reflect Hong Kong's successful recovery in both inbound and outbound tourism sectors. The government's strategic alignment with national tourism development plans and the introduction of professional licensing for geopark guides demonstrate Hong Kong's commitment to developing sustainable, high-quality tourism products that can attract and retain visitors while creating new economic opportunities for local operators .