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HONG KONG has reopened its territory to foreign tourists from various countries, including Indonesia. In fact, through the Hello Hong Kong campaign, the Chinese special administrative region wants to invite more tourists.
For Indonesian travelers who want to go to Hong Kong in the near future, there are a number of things to know to ensure safe travel. Since this February, Hong Kong has basically lifted various COVID-19 restrictions.
First, prepare a rapid antigen test result (with a negative result) within 24 hours before the scheduled flight departure time. The test results should also be available in the form of a photo cassette that can be shown to officials, including at airport immigration if they request it. This requirement applies to foreign travelers aged four years and above.
Secondly, prepare travel insurance that includes COVID-19 coverage. Meanwhile, there are no vaccination requirements needed. As for the use of masks, tourists are still required to wear masks in public places, including public transportation, public spaces such as malls and parks. So, masks should always be worn and spare ones available if needed.
“Masks are allowed to be removed only when eating and drinking both in restaurants and in other locations where eating or drinking is allowed,” said Hello Hong Kong tour guide Carolus Chui.
In addition to these administrative preparations, Indonesian tourists need to know what kind of clothes to bring. These months, Hong Kong is still winter with an average temperature of 12 degrees Celsius to 20 degrees Celsius.
“The night temperature will not drop drastically compared to the morning, about one or two degrees,” said Carolus. He also advised tourists to bring warm clothes and thick jackets, especially for those who want to visit Cheung Chau this month.
Hello Hong Kong is a global campaign launched to bring back foreign tourists. The campaign also includes a variety of attractive offers for tourists, including free airline tickets to shopping vouchers and exciting new attractions. [sources/photo special]
