Over 50 Central restaurants, shops join drive to boost spending, lure tourists

More than 50 Central restaurants and shops join drive to boost local spending and lure tourists under new 'tourism everywhere' initiative. | Contesto: cronaca

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More than 50 restaurants and shops in Hong Kong’s bustling Central district have signed up for a new “tourism everywhere” initiative aimed at boosting local spending and attracting visitors, organizers announced on Friday. The Hong Kong Small and Medium Enterprises Association said the programme, which runs from May 1 through the end of June, will promote hidden delicacies and specialty goods in the area, aligning with the government’s broader push to turn every corner of the city into a tourist destination. The initiative kicks off with a five-day launch period, during which participating businesses will offer special promotions and experiences designed to draw both residents and tourists into lesser-known spots in Central. The association described the effort as a grassroots response to the city’s ongoing economic recovery, with small and medium enterprises particularly eager to capitalize on the return of international visitors and the gradual normalization of travel patterns. Central, long known as Hong Kong’s financial and commercial heart, is also home to a dense network of tucked-away eateries, boutique shops, and cultural landmarks that often go unnoticed by casual visitors. The campaign aims to change that by creating curated trails and marketing materials that highlight these hidden gems. Organizers hope that by encouraging foot traffic to these businesses, the initiative will provide a much-needed revenue boost during the typically slower late-spring period. The move comes as Hong Kong’s government has repeatedly emphasized the importance of transforming the city into a “tourism everywhere” destination, a strategy that seeks to spread visitor spending beyond traditional hotspots such as Tsim Sha Tsui and Causeway Bay. By drawing attention to Central’s off-the-beaten-path offerings, the programme also supports the administration’s goal of diversifying the tourism economy and reducing overcrowding in iconic areas. For local business owners, the initiative represents a chance to gain visibility in a competitive market. Many small and medium enterprises in Central have struggled in recent years due to a combination of pandemic-related restrictions,...

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