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HKTB Invites Visitors and Locals to "Hallo" Hong Kong Halloween

Retrieved on: 
Sunday, October 15, 2023

Smiley pumpkins, mischievous spirits and candy pops will show up in different corners of Hong Kong, creating a joyful Halloween experience for visitors and locals.

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  • Smiley pumpkins, mischievous spirits and candy pops will show up in different corners of Hong Kong, creating a joyful Halloween experience for visitors and locals.
  • The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) is delighted to launch the "Hallo" Hong Kong Halloween promotion starting today (15 October).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231015131415/en/
    Trick-or-Treating at HKTB Visitor Centres (Photo: Hong Kong Tourism Board)
    Mr Dane Cheng, HKTB Executive Director, said, “Among cities in Asia, Hong Kong is one of those with the most buoyant Halloween ambience, with a wide range of celebrations and unique experiences.
  • Looking to experience the vibrant side of Hong Kong and the night vibes of the charming Victoria Harbour during Halloween?

Hop to it: Hong Kong’s Luckiest Spots in the Year of the Rabbit

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Friday, January 20, 2023

In honor of the Year of the Rabbit, here are four of Hong Kong’s most fortuitous experiences to fill your year with good luck, health and prosperity.

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  • In honor of the Year of the Rabbit, here are four of Hong Kong’s most fortuitous experiences to fill your year with good luck, health and prosperity.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Brought to you by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, a series of dazzling CNY checkpoints have transformed the Victoria Harbour waterfront.
  • For starters, a giant Lucky Rabbit is making its debut on the roof of the Central Pier.
  • The Year of the Rabbit marks the return of many authentic Hong Kong CNY customs for visitors to enjoy!

Hop to it: Top Hong Kong's Luckiest Spots to Visit in the Year of the Rabbit

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Sunday, January 22, 2023

In honour of the Year of the Rabbit, here are five of Hong Kong's most fortuitous experiences to fill your year with good luck, health and prosperity.

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  • In honour of the Year of the Rabbit, here are five of Hong Kong's most fortuitous experiences to fill your year with good luck, health and prosperity.
  • Don a new lucky red T-shirt, a red cheongsam dress or a Tang suit, then head to Hong Kong's festive displays to take epic shots for the Year of Rabbit.
  • Brought to you by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, a series of dazzling CNY checkpoints have transformed the harbourfront.
  • The Year of the Rabbit marks the return of many authentic Hong Kong CNY customs for visitors to enjoy!

Hop to it: Top Hong Kong’s Luckiest Spots to Visit in the Year of the Rabbit

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Friday, January 13, 2023

In honour of the Year of the Rabbit, here are five of Hong Kong’s most fortuitous experiences to fill your year with good luck, health and prosperity.

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  • In honour of the Year of the Rabbit, here are five of Hong Kong’s most fortuitous experiences to fill your year with good luck, health and prosperity.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230113005197/en/
    A giant Lucky Rabbit is making its debut on the roof of the Central Pier.
  • (Photo Credit: Hong Kong Tourism Board)
    Brought to you by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, a series of dazzling CNY checkpoints have transformed the harbourfront.
  • The Year of the Rabbit marks the return of many authentic Hong Kong CNY customs for visitors to enjoy!

Hong Kong to Ring in 2023 with a Spectacular Multimedia Show over Victoria Harbour

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Friday, December 30, 2022

LIVE SHOW: This sensational 10-minute show will symbolize the beginning of the New Year, brimming with hope and opportunity in Hong Kong, as Victoria Harbour is lit up with myriad dancing lights projected from different locations along the harbour front.

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  • LIVE SHOW: This sensational 10-minute show will symbolize the beginning of the New Year, brimming with hope and opportunity in Hong Kong, as Victoria Harbour is lit up with myriad dancing lights projected from different locations along the harbour front.
  • Reference images of the Hong Kong New Year Countdown Celebrations are available for download at the link above.
  • Post-event video footage and photos of the Hong Kong New Year Countdown Celebrations will be available for download from 1 January 2023, 03:00 Hong Kong Time (31 December 2022 GMT 19:00).
  • Details of the Satellite Feed for Broadcasters:
    IS34, 304.5 degrees East (covering the covering the Americas, North America & South America)

Hong Kong Rings in 2023 with a Spectacular Multimedia Show over Victoria Harbour

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Thursday, December 29, 2022

As the clock ticks to midnight, a multimedia show will light up the sky.

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  • As the clock ticks to midnight, a multimedia show will light up the sky.
  • For more information about the Hong Kong New Year Countdown spectacular, please visit the HKTB website: www.discoverhongkong.com/countdown .
  • Reference images of the Hong Kong New Year Countdown Celebrations are available for download at the link above.
  • Post-event video footage and photos of the Hong Kong New Year Countdown Celebrations will be available for download from January 1, 2023, 03:00 Hong Kong Time (31 December 2022 GMT 19:00; PST 11:00 am; EST 2:00 pm).

Hong Kong to Ring in 2023 with a Spectacular Multimedia Show over Victoria Harbour

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Thursday, December 15, 2022

Organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), the Hong Kong New Year Countdown Celebrations will be held at Hong Kongs world-famous Victoria Harbour on December 31 to welcome 2023.

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  • Organised by the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), the Hong Kong New Year Countdown Celebrations will be held at Hong Kongs world-famous Victoria Harbour on December 31 to welcome 2023.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221215005288/en/
    A special edition of the multimedia light and sound show "A Symphony of Lights" will synchronize with fireworks set off from the rooftops of buildings on Hong Kong Island at Victoria Harbour to usher in 2023.
  • For more information about the Hong Kong New Year Countdown spectacular, please visit the HKTB website: www.discoverhongkong.com/countdown .
  • Post-event video footage and photos of the Hong Kong New Year Countdown Celebrations will be available for download from 1 January 2023, 03:00 Hong Kong Time (31 December 2022 GMT 19:00).

International Pop Art Duo, FriendsWithYou, Bring Giant Inflatable Characters to Hong Kong for Interactive Experience in West Kowloon Neighborhood

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Monday, September 20, 2021

These eye-popping artistic creations from international pop art duo FriendsWithYou (US-based Samuel Borkson & Arturo Sandoval III) are an imaginative partnership with the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) to promote the Hong Kong Neighborhoods West Kowloon program.

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  • These eye-popping artistic creations from international pop art duo FriendsWithYou (US-based Samuel Borkson & Arturo Sandoval III) are an imaginative partnership with the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) to promote the Hong Kong Neighborhoods West Kowloon program.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210920005857/en/
    FriendsWithYou characters at Hong Kong's iconic Victoria Harbour (Photo: Business Wire)
    Through this series of online flash mob videos, AR interactive experiences, and gigantic art installations, the happy characters are taking international audiences on a virtual journey across Hong Kong.
  • The group will hop around Hong Kong while sharing their friendship and love and connecting with people from every walk of life.
  • At the same time, the Hong Kong Space Museum will display the iconic smiley face of the FriendsWithYou characters on its exterior wall.

International Pop Art Duo FriendsWithYou (Sam Borkson & Arturo Sandoval III) Giant Characters Spread Love and Fun across Hong Kong for an Interactive Experience with West Kowloon Neighbourhood

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Monday, September 20, 2021

We hope our collection can spread a message of harmony and joy the ingredients of life needed in every corner of the world right now.

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  • We hope our collection can spread a message of harmony and joy the ingredients of life needed in every corner of the world right now.
  • The group will hop around Hong Kong while sharing their friendship and love and connecting with people from every walk of life.
  • We sincerely hope to bring positive and hopeful vibes to everyone as they spread the vision of Happy World.
  • FriendsWithYou is an art collaboration created in 2002 by Samuel Borkson and Arturo Sandoval III with the aim of bringing more joy, kindness, and love to the world.