How Guangdong drivers are celebrating Lunar New Year in Hong Kong
Over 500 mainland motorists drove into Hong Kong under a new travel scheme, exploring car culture and parks.
Deep Dive
Hong Kong authorities launched the 'Southbound Travel for Guangdong Vehicles' scheme, allowing mainland drivers to visit. During the Lunar New Year holiday, over 500 cars with FT-prefixed plates entered the city. Visitors like Guangzhou resident Harry Liu drove in for day trips to experience Hong Kong's car modification culture and sightsee, choosing to stay in nearby Zhuhai to save on accommodation costs compared to Hong Kong hotels.
Why It Matters
The pilot scheme signals a potential boost for Hong Kong's tourism and retail sectors by easing cross-border travel.