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Greater Bay Airlines’ direct service to Guilin takes off
Greater Bay Airlines (GBA)’s new scheduled direct service to Guilin, China officially took off today, 15th April. This new direct route between Hong Kong and Guilin further expands the airline’s network in Mainland China. Passengers of the inaugural flight were representatives from GBA, together with assistant general manager for air network development Ricky Chong of Airport Authority Hong Kong. This new direct service flies twice a week, on Tuesdays and Saturdays. A warm welcome The maiden flight arrived at Guilin Liangjiang International Airport at 9:00am this morning. Passengers and crew were warmly welcomed by Wang Zixi, director-general of the Guilin Municipal Bureau of Culture, Radio, Television and Tourism; and GBA chief operating officer Stephen Loh at a ceremony held on the apron. Located in the northeast of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Guilin is renowned for its spectacular natural scenery that is highly reckoned as incomparable with any other place on the planet. The region’s most popular attractions include Li River, Elephant Trunk Hill, Riyue Shuangta (Sun and Moon Pagodas) Cultural Park, Seven Star Scenic Area, Jingjiang Palace, Yangshuo Park, and the Big Banyan Tree.
GBA launches direct flights to Zhangjiajie and Guilin from 15 April
Greater Bay Airlines (GBA) is expanding its network coverage in Mainland China with new scheduled services to Zhangjiajie and Guilin. Both direct routes will be available starting 15 April 2025. The Hong Kong – Zhangjiajie service will run three times a week alongside the twice weekly service to Guilin. Zhangjiajie is in the northwestern part of Hunan Province. Hosting a variety of stunning natural features, Wulingyuan Scenic Area, comprising of the Zhangjiajie National Forest Park, is the major tourist spot in the city. The 430-metre long Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge over the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon is the world’s longest and highest glass bridge, providing an extremely thrilling sightseeing perspective to visitors. Wulingyuan was inscribed in the list of the World Heritage Sites by UNESCO in 1992. Located in the northeast of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Guilin is renowned for its spectacular natural scenery that is highly reckoned as “peerless in the world”. The most popular attractions include Li River, Elephant Trunk Hill, Riyue Shuangta (Sun and Moon Pagodas) Cultural Park, Seven Star Scenic Area, Jingjiang Palace, Yangshuo Park and Big Banyan Tree. Guilin was among the first batch of National Famous Historical and Cultural Cities designated by the State Council back in 1982. The flight schedules of the two new routes (subject to government approval) are as follows: Hong Kong (HKG) – Zhangjiajie (DYG) (Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport) Flight No. From To Departure / Arrival Days of Week HB872 Hong Kong Zhangjiajie 2155 / 2355 Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday HB873 Zhangjiajie Hong Kong 0800 / 1005 Wednesday, Friday, Sunday Hong Kong (HKG) – Guilin (KWL) (Guilin Liangjiang International Airport) Flight No. From To Departure / Arrival Days of Week HB530 Hong Kong Guilin 0750 / 0930 Tuesday, Saturday HB531 Guilin Hong Kong 1020 / 1200 Tuesday, Saturday
ITB China 2024 closes with great success, boasting more than 27,500 Business Meetings
ITB China 2024, the travel trade show focused on China’s travel market, has concluded its fifth edition, marking an unprecedented year of regrowth and optimism for the Chinese travel industry. More than 15,000 attendees, over 1000 selected buyers, and around 250 media representatives participated in the event, underlining the high demand and increased interest of and in the Chinese travel market. The show facilitated +27,500 business meetings, reflecting the vibrant business atmosphere and eagerness for face-to-face interactions during all three days. With over 600 exhibitors from more than 80 countries, the event highlighted the robust recovery and further potential of China’s travel market. Since 2023, China's travel market has been on a steady upward trajectory, supported by improved visa policies and increased flight capacity. This year, ITB China demonstrated not only the recovery of the market, but also the strong demand and increased interest from global partners, signaling the potential for continued growth. David Axiotis, Vice President China at Messe Berlin, reflected on ITB China 2024, stating, "The success of ITB China 2024 underscores the resilience and potential of China's travel industry. Our show has set a new benchmark for industry events. It is propelling the Chinese travel market to new heights, fostering global partnerships, and driving industry growth. As we look ahead, we remain committed to supporting the travel community and facilitating opportunities for business expansion and innovation”. On 27 May, the distinguished guests of ITB China 2024 attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony, including: Dr. Mario Tobias, CEO, Messe Berlin GmbH; Ibrahim Faisal, Minister of Tourism, Ministry of Tourism, Republic of Maldives; David Axiotis, Vice President China, Messe Berlin GmbH; Liu Shijun, Vice Chair and Secretary-General, World Tourism Alliance (WTA); Chen Baiyu, President, China Association of Travel Services (CATS); Xiong Xing, COO, Trip.com Group Summit of Travel Industry Leaders The newly launched ITB China 2024 C-Talks set the stage for an impactful gathering of the highest level. This exclusive closed-door event brought together presidents, founders and C-level executives from China’s top travel agencies with highest level destination representatives and international tourism leaders, addressing key topics of the Chinese and global travel industry, such as China's outbound travel recovery, increased demand for local experiences, and future trends in the travel industry. The successful completion of the C-Talks event demonstrates the influence and ability of ITB China to bring together the key players of the Chinese market and global travel industry. Together with Partner Destination Maldives, the Grand Opening Dinner featured 600 esteemed guests and VIP from the global and Chinese travel industry. Welcome speeches were given by Dr. Mario Tobias, CEO of Messe Berlin; Zihuny Rasheed, Deputy Managing Director of Maldives Marketing & PR Corporation and Liu Shijun, Vice Chair and Secretary-General of WTA. More than 600 Exhibitors and 1000 hand-selected top buyers engaged in over 27,500 meetings, fostering partnerships, new collaborations and business. The positive feedback from attendees underscores ITB China’s positioning as China’s premier travel event. Zihury Rasheed, Deputy Managing Director of MMPRC, this year’s Partner Destination, noted, “We decided to participate in ITB China on this scale because it is the perfect place for B2B networking and meetings, as well as meeting the right media. As this year’s Partner Destination, we've had a very successful show. The quality of the visitors was excellent, we've had high-level meetings with serious buyers and very engaged visitors throughout the show”. Zhang Nan, Managing Director of China Comfort Travel noted: “This year's show was great, with huge traffic. I saw many global destinations joined by their local travel companies and agencies showcasing their products. Additionally, there was a significant increase in the number of Chinese buyers. I look forward to seeing ITB China continue to improve and foster even more synergistic cooperation between overseas suppliers and their Chinese partners.” Sally Sedky, Head of Tourism Marketing, Bahrain Tourism & Exhibitions Authority: “ITB China is one of the most important platforms, we are very impressed with the quality of the buyers and we can see that there is potential for future partnerships with the travel trade in China. We are just starting out in the Chinese market and being at ITB China is a very important platform to maintain that.” Yan Zheng, Vice President of Grand China MICE and General Manager of its Shanghai branch: “In the first half of 2024, we observed significant growth in the outbound travel market. Both the number of groups and the scale of business have increased, with demand far exceeding that of last year. I attend ITB China every year, and the resources offered by destinations this year align closely with our needs. Additionally, products from niche destinations have proven very helpful to us”. Spotlight on Inbound Travel and MICE segment With recent visa policy adjustments favoring inbound travel to China, ITB China experienced increased interest from international stakeholders. ITB China 2024 kicked off with the Beijing Night together with the Beijing Municipal Culture and Tourism Bureau and China Tourism Group on the eve of the show, a culturally inspired networking event designed to promote inbound tourism specifically to the Beijing region. The "Chinese Tourism Destination Overseas Marketing Workshop" on 28 May was also highly successful, fostering valuable discussions on leveraging China’s inbound travel through branding campaigns and the highlighting of scenic landscapes and convenient, modern infrastructure. The workshop attracted a diverse range of participants, including international media, buyers, travel companies, Chinese destinations, local hotels, and travel agencies. Exhibitors from more than 10 Chinese destinations, including Beijing, Lhasa, Chengdu, Shanghai, Ningxia, Guangxi, Shaanxi, Fujian, Jiangsu, and Guangzhou, participated in the workshop. Zhang KeXiong, Assistant General Manager of CTG Travel, President of Inbound Tourism Branch of China Association of Travel Services: “I was immediately impressed by the significant increase in the variety of exhibitors and the number of participating countries. Additionally, from the perspective of the attendees, the number of visitors has far exceeded that of any other exhibition I've attended in China so far. I feel that the spring of travel, especially for inbound tourism, is upon us, and ITB China is an excellent platform for us to conduct business with overseas travel agents and suppliers”. The launch of the China Inbound Travel segment provided insights into tapping into the Chinese tourism market, underlined by a MOU signing ceremony between the German Travel Association, DRV, and ITB China. The MOU was signed by Norbert Fiebig, President of the German Travel Association (DRV) and Dr. Mario Tobias, CEO of Messe Berlin GmbH, marking a significant step in strengthening towards enhancing cooperation and fostering growth in the tourism sectors of both regions. This year's event also highlighted MICE and Corporate Travel, drawing attention from both exhibitors and over 800 buyers. A special speed-dating event facilitated face-to-face meetings between 40 high-level corporate buyers and exhibitors. With 100 high-profile speakers covering ITB China Conference more than 50 topics, the served as a knowledge hub, providing attendees with market insights and innovative ideas. Organized in cooperation with TravelDaily, the sessions facilitated the exchange regarding cutting-edge trends and practices. Participants commended the dynamic content and engaging discussions on topics encompassing China Outbound Travel, MICE, Business Travel, Travel Technology, and new this year, China Inbound Travel, solidifying its position as China’s premier industry think tank. Those who missed sessions can review content online via the ITB China Platform, which will be published shortly. Other networking events such as the fifth edition of the ITB China Cruise Night with Trip.com Group, Lunch & Link with PROMPERU, the After-Show Sundowner with TUI BLUE Hotels & Resorts, and the “Meet the Media” networking event provided valuable opportunities for attendees to connect and collaborate in the future. Save the Date for ITB China 2025 ITB China 2025 is scheduled for Tuesday, 27 May to Thursday, 29 May. Early-bird exhibitors who secure their stands before June 30th will enjoy a 10% discount on their stand orders
“Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade” returns to Hong Kong
After Five Years on the First Day of the Year of the Dragon Majestic Floats and the strongest-ever performance line-up gather for the city-wide celebration. The most eye-catching Chinese New Year celebration in town, the “Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade”, is making a grand comeback in Tsim Sha Tsui on the first day of the Year of Dragon (10 February) to heat up Hong Kong’s Chinese New Year ambience and kick off a series of Chinese New Year celebrations. The event is organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) with Cathay being the title sponsor for the 22nd year. Themed “World Party Great Celebration”, the parade showcases the city’s pulsating energy with glamourous floats and a big line-up of international and local performances, echoing the energy and motivation of the Dragon. This magnificent celebration with a global touch is a not-to-be-missed party for both the local public and visitors! Dr Pang Yiu-kai, HKTB Chairman, said: “Every year during Chinese New Year, Hong Kong is filled with intense festivities with a wide range of exciting extravaganzas, attracting visitors to come and feel the blessings of the festival in person. As a signature Chinese New Year celebration in Hong Kong, the Night Parade this year will recreate the classic float carnival with the largest number of international performing groups ever. We have brought together some of the world’s hottest performers to the party to spice up the celebration and transform this traditional festival into an international mega event. The HKTB parade will be the first event to kick off a series of Chinese New Year celebratory activities in town. After the parade, we will continue to promote in global markets the waves of Chinese New Year events to come in various themes, including the Lunar New Year fireworks display and Chinese New Year Race Meeting 2024 on the second and third day of Chinese New Year, respectively. We will also work closely with our travel trade partners in various source markets to introduce tourism products with the Chinese New Year theme to enrich the visitor experience with activities, inviting them to enjoy the festival and immerse themselves in the city’s charm as an East-meets-West cosmopolitan city.” Ronald Lam, Cathay Group Chief Executive Officer, said: “As the home carrier, rooted in Hong Kong for 77 years, Cathay has been committed to developing Hong Kong as an international aviation hub and promoting the city as a vibrant and diverse global metropolis. We are delighted to be the title sponsor of the Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade for the 22nd year. We look forward to these highly anticipated Chinese New Year festivities to attract more visitors to our home city and join the people of Hong Kong in experiencing its colourful and diverse festival culture, celebrating Chinese New Year together.” The “Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade” commences at 8pm in Tsim Sha Tsui on the first day of the Year of the Dragon Majestic floats showcase the eclectic draconic auspiciousness This year’s “Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade” will feature nine floats, and 13 local and 16 international performing groups. Dragons will appear on most of the floats to portray the auspicious dragon hovering over Hong Kong, bringing fortune and joy to the city in the New Year. Together with other popular Chinese New Year elements, such as blooming flowers, felicitous couplets, lucky windmills and firecrackers, the colourfully adorned floats bring to the parade diverse interpretations of the New Year with various themes*. For instance, Cathay will lead the procession with its float, which showcases the convergence of tradition and progress, followed by floats presented by famous attractions, such as Hong Kong Disneyland and Ocean Park Hong Kong, which embody the versatile charisma of Hong Kong. The audience can also spot other good fortune items on the floats, such as galloping horses on the Hong Kong Jockey Club float and spinning windmills that take the form of a dancing dragon on the HKTB float. Among the floats, popular cartoon characters loved by both adults and children will surprise the crowd. Say hello to the lively Mr. Men Little Miss characters as they pass by! The strongest-ever line-up of international performers and local performing groups gather for a magnificent festive extravaganza A total of 16 international performing groups from 12 countries or regions will greet the public in this year’s parade, the most ever in Hong Kong’s Night Parade. Get ready to be entertained by the diversity and uniqueness as the parade showcases globally famous and award-winning acts. For instance, the Japanese all-female pop dance group Avantgardey, who recently performed in the NHK New Year’s Eve music battle, will show off their best moves in the parade. Other performers include the Light Dancers, from Spain, and the Universe of Lights, from Germany, exciting groups who leverage lighting to create an entrancing atmosphere; the Guangxi Arts Troupe and the Tibet Chamdo Troupe, with performances that showcase the fascinating culture; professional cheerleaders from the US; and the Bacolod City MassKara Festival, from the Philippines, which has won several championships in the Bacolod Mask Festival Dance Competition. The performers will jointly bring the best of carnival and international multi-cultural performances to the public and visitors, transforming the streets of Tsim Sha Tsui into a large-scale global party to further hype up the joyous ambience of this traditional festival. Local performers will also stage a fascinating show, with teams that have won international awards, ranging from marching bands and rhythmic gymnastics to Chinese dances and Bollywood performances. Don’t miss the world-class showcase of skills in professional rope skipping and rhythmic gymnastics by Hong Kong representatives. As a signature of the festival, one of the local performing groups will bring back the classic lion and dragon dances, showering the audience with this festive tradition. Local performers to warm up the crowd The parade will start at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre Piazza, proceed along Canton Road, Haiphong Road and Nathan Road, and finish outside the Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel & Towers. Before the parade starts, 13 performing teams will warm up the crowd along the parade route from 6:00 pm with dance, magic tricks, music, freestyle football, and much more. Waves of Chinese New Year celebrations to spread the festive ambience After the parade, the floats will be stationed at The Urban Council Centenary Garden, in Tsim Sha Tsui, for public exhibition from 11 to 25 February. International teams will also perform there on 11 and 12 February (the second and third day of Chinese New Year). Chinese New Year Celebratory Event Schedule* Date Event Venue 10 February (first day of Chinese New Year) Cathay International Chinese New Year Night Parade · Starts at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre Piazza in Tsim Sha Tsui, proceeds along Canton Road, Haiphong Road and Nathan Road, and finishes at the Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel and Towers 11–12 February (second and third day of Chinese New Year) Performances by some of the International Performing Groups · The Urban Council Centenary Garden, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon · Maritime Square (11 Feb) · Lee Tung Avenue and The Wai (12 Feb) 11–25 February (second day of Chinese New Year – the day after the Lantern Festival) Some of the Float Displays · The Urban Council Centenary Garden, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon *The performances and float display details will be announced later on the HKTB website.
Mekong Tourism Office promotes internships to plug tourism skills gap
The Mekong Tourism Coordinating Office has launched the Mekong Tourism internship finder on MekongTourism.org. The initiative is designed to address labour challenges faced by the tourism industry and to be a useful tool for interns seeking entry into tourism. The internship finder is primarily aimed at young people who are studying tourism and who would benefit from workplace experience. However, the internships are also open to people with aptitude, who are not yet in education or training. The tourism sector, which contributes about 16% of GDP to the whole Mekong subregion, according to ResearchGate.net, is grappling with skill shortages. This deficit is impacting the quality of services offered to tourists and the overall sustainability of the industry, says the MTCO. The Mekong Tourism internship finder programme will be a step towards resolving that issue, it says. Suvimol Thanasarakij “The MTCO invites tourism industry players in the Mekong region who are recruiting, or plan to recruit, to advertise internships on our website at no cost,” says Ms Suvimol Thanasarakij, Executive Director of Mekong Tourism Coordinating Office. “We want the next generation of tourism professionals to be well-equipped, not just in theory, but in practice. We want to elevate industry standards. First-hand on-the-job experience is vital to that process,” says Ms Suvimol. The Mekong Tourism internship finder will feature tourism internship opportunities in Cambodia, China’s Yunnan and Guangxi provinces, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand and Viet Nam. The MTCO says that the project has four goals: facilitating hands-on experience, by working alongside existing professionals in travel and hospitality roles; imparting both technical and soft skills; ensuring that students are industry-ready upon graduation; and building connections between tourism businesses and students, including recent graduates. “We are confident that the internship initiative will enhance human capital development in the region and be instrumental in elevating the quality of services and experiences that the Mekong region offers to tourists," says Ms Suvimol.
‘Rebuild Tourism, Rebound with Resilience’
Nithee Seeprae, TAT Deputy Governor for Digitalisation, Research and Development, will be joining as a panelist at the Mekong Tourism Forum 2022, which will take place from 12-13 October 2022, in Quang Nam, Vietnam with the theme “Rebuild Tourism, Rebound with Resilience”. The event has announced a total of 25 speakers, representing both the public and private sectors, from the six Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS) countries – Cambodia, China (Yunnan and Guangxi provinces), Lao PDR., Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam. The forum will discuss the rebuilding of GMS tourism and resilience-based approaches for the industry’s revival post COVID-19 with highlights on creating sustainable and inclusive tourism with technology as a tool, and how it will be essential for the industry to rethink and transform tourism to ensure a resilient and sustainable recovery. Nithee Seeprae, TAT Deputy Governor for Digitalisation, Research and Development, said, “We are pleased that the Mekong Tourism Forum is returning this year as a face-to-face, in-person event for the first time since the pandemic. The event is set to be a vital landmark on the road to achieving sustainable and inclusive tourism in the region, which is in line with Thailand’s drive towards exactly this as is reflected in our ‘Visit Thailand Year 2022-2023: Amazing New Chapters’ campaign.” The venue for the Mekong Tourism Forum 2022 is the Hoiana Resort and Golf (Hoiana), a beach setting just south of the UNESCO-listed heritage city of Hoi An. The main conference programme on 12 October includes three interactive expert-led panel discussions on: 1) Social enterprises as a powerful tool for inclusive and sustainable tourism recovery, development, and promotion, 2) new strategies to connect sustainable tourism suppliers and buyers with markets, financing, and nature, and 3) technology to unlock green tourism opportunities. There will also be welcome remarks by Suvimol Thanasarakij, Executive Director of the Mekong Tourism Coordinating Office (MTCO), which is located in Bangkok and hosted by Thailand’s Department of Tourism under the Ministry of Tourism and Sports. A keynote address will be given on ‘The Future of Tourism – Rethink Travel, Rethink Destination Marketing and Management’ by Ms. Liz Ortiguera, CEO of the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA), and an expert perspective on ‘Sustainably Reviving Tourism-Mekong Reflections’ by Wouter Schalken, senior sustainable tourism specialist of the Asian Development Bank (ADB). Leading the government sector contributions will be Nguyen Van Hung, host nation Vietnam’s Minister of Culture, Sports and Tourism, while senior representatives from ministries and the national tourism offices of Cambodia, Lao PDR., Myanmar, and Thailand – to be represented by Nithee Seeprae, TAT Deputy Governor for Digitalisation, Research and Development – will also address the forum’s main theme of “Rebuild Tourism, Rebound with Resilience.” Among the leading private sector panelists will be Daniel Gelfer of Agoda, Willem Niemeijer of YAANA Ventures, Tean Ly of Seeva Capital, Jason Lusk of Clickable Impact, Mika Cui of JNE Group, Duangmala Phommavong of EXO Travel Lao, Mayur (Mac) Patel of OAG, and Thuy Phuong Nguyen of Plan International/Travelife. As part of the Mekong Tourism Forum, there will also be a sustainable tourism exhibition by Vietnam and other GMS countries from 10-12 October. This will showcase sustainable tourism, community-based tourism, and local community products, and include experiential hands-on workshops to foster better understanding of local cultures. The choice of event tours on offer to delegates, which will take place on 13 October, reflect the focus on resilience-based approaches for reviving the GMS tourism industry and on creating sustainable and inclusive tourism, and how the event’s host location is setting an example as a leading green tourism destination in the region. The three tours available are Cultural Heritage Tourism – a visit to the two World Heritage Sites of Hoi An Ancient Town and My Son Sanctuary, Nature-based Tourism – Cu Lao Cham Biosphere Reserve and Tra Que Vegetable Village, and Green and Agro-tourism – the story of organic agriculture and the circular economy, using Tra Que Vegetable Village as an example.
Hunan tourism festival takes centre stage
The 2019 Hunan International Culture & Tourism Festival opened with the showcase of many diverse opportunities for tourism the Hunan Province is able to offer. This year also marks the 70th anniversary of the Republic Of China with 211 overseas guests from 17 countries invited to the cultural tourism festival, including guests from the US, UK, Japan, South Korea, Thailand, Nepal, Laos, Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, Norway, Poland, Croatia, Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan. In addition, more than 600 people from domestic regions - Guangdong, Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, Hebei Province, Hubei Province - and other relevant departments are attending the conference. The festival has been held successfully 16 times before and this year's theme is dedicated to showcasing the destinations of ‘Jinxiu Xiaoxiang·Zhangzhou·Xiangyue Yueshan’. Emphasising the culture of Hunan, festival activities will focus on folk culture, regional culture and sports events.
Marriott’s Na Lotus Hotel opens in China
Marriott has opened a new hotel under its Luxury Collection brand, in the capital of Guangxi Province, Nanning. The new opening marks the brand’s eighth property in China. Na Lotus Hotel resides in a high-rise landmark building, immersing guests in the heart of the business district. The contemporary setting merges the rich heritage of the Zhuang minority group and showcases their history through beautiful décor, evocative catering and magnificent surroundings. “We have introduced Nanning to our global explorers, allowing them to discover the destination, also known as the Green City due to the abundance of lush foliage here. As a culturally rich ethnic minority area in Guangxi Province, the destination is a perfect gateway for travellers to experience through the lens of the Luxury Collection,” said Anthony Ingham, global brand leader of the Luxury Collection. Each of the 290 guestrooms, including 26 suites, takes inspiration from the lotus flower, and feature floor-to-ceiling windows offering panoramic views of the city as well as the Yong River and Qingxiu mountain. The hotel’s interiors echo strong elements of the Zhuang culture such as farmlands, symbolising happiness and prosperity. Na Lotus Hotel also features a 1,100 square metre ballroom, state-of-the-art fitness centre and an indoor pool overlooking the skyline. “As the first Marriott International luxury hotel in Guangxi Province, we invite the guests to explore the charm of Nanning,” said Henry Lee, chief operations officer and managing director of Marriott International in Greater China.
Cathay Dragon spreads wings over thriving Jinan
The Cathay Pacific Group’s expansion across mainland China continues apace, with the announcement that Cathay Dragon will commence a new four-times-weekly service between Hong Kong and Jinan, the capital of Shandong province, from 26 March 2018. As a historic and picturesque home to over seven million residents, Jinan is one of eastern China’s major administrative, economic and transportation centres. It has also become a popular tourism destination and is revered for the 72 natural artesian springs in the area. The new Cathay Dragon service, which will complement the airline’s existing flights to Qingdao, will be operated by the airline’s fleet of Airbus A320 aircraft in a two-class configuration. In addition to connecting passengers from around the world into Jinan, the new flight will offer passengers from Shandong more options when transferring to Cathay Pacific’s international network of over 200 destinations which are served from Hong Kong. Cathay Pacific chief customer and commercial officer Paul Loo said: “Our priority is to grow our reach to new destinations, which is why we are delighted to soon be adding Jinan to our network. Shandong province is a flourishing region, one that is becoming ever more popular with travellers from around Asia and beyond. By flying to the province’s eastern and western gateways, we are providing our customers with greater convenience and better choice. “Furthermore, by establishing new routes, we help strengthen Hong Kong’s status as Asia’s largest international aviation hub.” The announcement follows the early January launch of Cathay Dragon’s services to Nanning in Guangxi and Cathay Pacific’s upcoming services to Brussels, Copenhagen, Dublin and Washington DC.
Cathay Dragon: New HK to Nanning service
Cathay Dragon have announced that it will commence a new four-times-weekly service between Hong Kong and Nanning in Guangxi beginning 8 January 2018, further strengthening the airline’s network in mainland China. Known as the “Green City” on account of the abundance of lush tropical greenery that is a hallmark of this regional capital of over seven million people, Nanning is an important economic hub and China’s gateway to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN).The city hosts the annual China-ASEAN Expo. The new service will be operated by the airline's fleet of Airbus A320 aircraft in a two-class configuration. In addition to connecting passengers from around the world into culturally diverse Nanning, the latest destination launch will offer passengers from southern China more options when connecting to Cathay Dragon’s extensive regional network or the international network of Cathay Pacific though Hong Kong. Cathay Dragon chief executive officer Algernon Yau said: “We are very pleased to add Nanning to our growing mainland China network. The city is becoming an increasingly important business and tourism destination and we are excited to provide our customers with a wider choice of travel options and convenience. “The launch of the new route also demonstrates our ongoing commitment to boosting Hong Kong’s position as Asia’s largest international aviation hub.”
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