Restrictions eased on Hong Kong tours
Hong Kong will start easing some social distancing restrictions this week, providing a much-needed lifeline to local tour companies.
From Friday, local tours are permitted for up to 30 people.
According to Edward Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, tour agencies are required to record the personal information and contact details of all tour participants, check their temperature and make sure they wear masks at all times except when eating.
"Being the organiser of all these exempted tour groups, tour agencies will take the extra steps in protecting public health in minimising the risks," he said.
From next week Hong Kong’s Free Tour Program begins which offers a free tour when customers spend HK$800 (US$100) or more at a designated retail store or dining venue.
Hong Kong is also easing restrictions on weddings, starting on Friday.
Wedding ceremonies may have a maximum of 50 people attending, up from 20, but no food or drink is permitted.
The government also announced a HK$1 billion subsidy fund for the exhibition and convention industry.
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Written by Ray Montgomery, Asia Editor
TravelMole Editorial Team
Editor for TravelMole North America and Asia pacific regions. Ray is a highly experienced (15+ years) skilled journalist and editor predominantly in travel, hospitality and lifestyle working with a huge number of major market-leading brands. He has also cover in-depth news, interviews and features in general business, finance, tech and geopolitical issues for a select few major news outlets and publishers.
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