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Rescue teams work at the hot-air balloon crash site in Praia Grande, Santa Catarina, Brazil, on Saturday. Photo: Santa Catarina Fire Department via AFP
Aviation accidents

Hot-air balloon in Brazil catches fire and falls from the sky, killing 8

Thirteen people survived, including the pilot, who said he had lowered the balloon and ordered passengers to jump out.

Hong Kong tourism

Kyoto in Hong Kong? The towns drawing mainlanders with their ‘Japanese’ charms

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Singapore

In Singapore’s last bastion of cash, money changers fight the future

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China property

Another brick in the wall: world’s largest Legoland opens in Shanghai in July

The US$550 million Legoland Shanghai Resort, which opens on July 5, can attract up to 2.4 million visitors a year, officials say.

Legoland Shanghai Resort was unveiled to the media on Friday, ahead of its public opening on July 5. Photo: Kyodo
Hong Kong politics

Xia Baolong holds 3-hour closed-door talks with Hong Kong business leaders

Director of the Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office also visited Ocean Park in the afternoon before taking a boat trip to Lamma Island.

Hong Kong economy

Editorial | Hong Kong sports park scores in undisputed comeback for tourist numbers

After witnessing a flood of arrivals from both near and far in May, Hong Kong can rightly celebrate its return as a global destination.

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United States

Opinion | Behind Trump’s deportation theatre lies an American tragedy

Far from instilling security, the raids produce fear and outrage, damage the economy and social cohesion, and leave America’s name in tatters.

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Illustration: Craig Stephens
Aviation

Jetstar Asia is gone, but its rivals are aiming to soar higher with more planes

Carriers like VietJet and AirAsia embark on aggressive expansion plans despite rising costs and fierce competition in the region.

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Hong Kong politics

Explainer | Why is top Beijing official Xia Baolong in Hong Kong for a 5-day visit?

The Post details what is on agenda for Hong Kong and Macau Affairs Office director’s third fact-finding trip to city.

Hong Kong transport

Cathay budget carrier HK Express upbeat on growth despite Japan flight cuts

HK Express CEO Jeanette Mao says she expects passenger growth of around 30 to 40 per cent in 2025.

HK Express’ passenger numbers have jumped more than 35 per cent this year, its CEO says. Photo: May Tse
Travel Destinations

Discover Amsterdam’s hidden gems away from the tourist crowds

Skip Amsterdam’s crowded canals – or at least visit them earlier – and explore areas full of great art, architecture and green space.

“Glory,” a reinterpretation of Vermeer’s “The Milkmaid” by artists El Pez and Danny Recal, 2014 / Street Art Museum Amsterdam the immigrant-heavy Nieuw-West neighborhood in the Dutch capital. Photo: Street Art Museum Amsterdam
Indonesia

Singapore, China, India airlines cancel Bali flights after volcano erupts

A towering ash plume 10km high from Indonesia’s Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki has forced cancellations, with further disruption possible.

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Indonesia

Bali tops European summer travel searches amid crackdown on unruly foreigners

New data from Agoda shows strong European demand for Indonesian holidays even as Bali steps up efforts to rein in rule-breaking tourists.

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China jobs

Can ‘emerging occupations’ solve China’s youth job crisis? Not everyone is sold

New recognised roles - particularly in culture and tourism - have been touted as helping fill employment gaps, but opinions are mixed.

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Photoshoots at popular tourist destinations in traditional Chinese clothing are one of several trends that have led to a suite of “emergent” careers. Photo: EPA-EFE
China travel

Explainer | 5 ways to enter mainland China without a visa

China has rapidly expanded its visa-free entry schemes in recent years to boost its tourism sector. Here is how the systems work.

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A Chinese immigration officer assists an American tourist entering China using the visa-free transit policy. Photo: Xinhua
Rwanda

How Rwanda went from war zone to world leader in luxury ecotourism

Recent stability and smart conservation policies have helped Rwanda emerge as a high-end safari hub in East Africa, where primates thrive.

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India

Bridge collapses at tourist hotspot in India, dozens swept away

The deadly incident near Pune district highlights long-standing concerns over India’s infrastructure safety.

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Japan

Going down: the acclaimed Japanese airport that’s sinking into the sea

More than US$150 million has been spent on raising the sea walls surrounding Kansai International Airport to slow the sinking rate.

Passengers gather at the departure hall of Kansai International Airport. Photo: AFP
Spain

Spaniards wield water pistols against tourism amid housing crisis

Cities both in Spain and around the world are struggling with overtourism and a boom in short-term rental platforms like Airbnb.

Indonesia

Is Indonesia ready to roll the dice on casinos at the risk of social costs?

An Indonesian lawmaker has asked Jakarta to consider following the UAE in allowing casino gambling, saying the idea is ‘out of the box’.

US-China relations

Exclusive | Is this the end of summer US study trips for Chinese children?

Many parents are rethinking plans for their children as new visa rules and bilateral hostilities take their toll.

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Changes in US visa processing have prompted many Chinese parents to reconsider American summer study tours for their children. Photo: Shutterstock
Trending in China

China scenic site seeks dancing ‘savages’ for US$70 daily, requires eating raw food

Nature reserve wants physically fit people who will ‘make purring noises’ for tourists, only speak if asked for toilet directions.

A scenic site in China is recruiting dancing “savages” for US$70 a day to interact with tourists. Photo: SCMP composite/RedNote
Hong Kong society

Why are mainland Chinese tourists posing in front of MTR stations in Hong Kong?

On the RedNote social media platform alone, #HongKongMTR has about 110 million views. The reason is not so black and white.

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European travel

How a tragic past lies below Warsaw’s chic and modern exterior

The Polish capital’s rich and often tragic history is seen in places like the Palace of Culture and Science and the Polin Museum.

China travel

End of political chaos in South Korea sparks pickup in Chinese visitors

Inauguration of President Lee Jae-myung expected to lead to an increase in tourism exchanges and improved bilateral ties.

Chinese tourists wave after disembarking from the Blue Dream Melody cruise ship in Busan, South Korea, in June last year. Photo: EPA-EFE/Yonhap
Hong Kong tourism

How US$11 can get you a day trip for 2 plus lunch in pricey Hong Kong

Low-budget tours in Hong Kong are becoming increasingly popular among mainland Chinese visitors. The Post goes along for the ride.

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The tour includes a Star Ferry ride across the harbour. Photo: Sophie Li
China travel

Opinion | As the US turns belligerent, China has a soft power opening

China’s choosing to make visiting the country easier comes at a perfect time to score a soft power victory as the US pulls up the drawbridge.

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Hong Kong tourism

Hong Kong ranked third most Muslim-friendly non-Islamic travel destination

City’s Muslim tourism efforts recognised by travel index, but industry insiders say challenges remain for further improvements.

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