Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) noted that Indonesian tourists still like Hong Kong as a favorite tourist destination. The growth of Indonesian tourists to Hong Kong is the fastest compared to tourists from other parts of the world to this small island belonging to China.
"Tourists in 2011 reached 41,92 million, with Southeast Asia the largest after China. Tourists from Indonesia alone grew 15% or 521.000 visitors, "said Simon Wong, Regional Director of South East Asia HKTB, at the" Spring Celebration Luncheon Indonesia "event in Jakarta, Tuesday (31/1).
He said, Hong Kong continues to encourage tourism with its advantages in the form of amusement parks, shopping tours, culinary tours, to various accommodations.
"The strength of Hong Kong is one of them we have made deep Asia's World City. In essence, Hong Kong is not a big city. Therefore, the experiences gained during the visit can be varied and complementary, everything can be done in a short time, ”explained Wong.
Tourists can visit the hills and beaches in one day, shop and have dinner, also visit amusement parks.
Last April Hong Kong opened the world's tallest building for tourists to view the sky at 400 meters above sea level, with a 360 degree panoramic view of the city.
In order to increase the number of visits, Hong Kong has also hosted many new attractions. "In order to attract Indonesian tourists visiting Hong Kong, we offer a unique combination of world-class attractions and exciting rides for all ages," said Wong.
Simon added, one of the new rides presented was AquaCity, a new marine themed attraction. This destination presents Large Aquarium, a show that takes place at night at Symbio, a thematic shopping area of more than 1.390 square meters.
"Large Aquarium Offering one of the largest tanks in the world measuring 5.200 cubic meters, the largest aquarium dome in the world with a diameter of 5,5 meters, and one of the world's largest panels for panoramic views of the aquarium, it provides guests with stunning views featuring over 5.000 fish from 400 species different, "he explained.
He revealed, there are also Ocean park which provides a panoramic view of marine life, is also available for guests Neptune's Restaurant. This is the first and only fine dining in Hong Kong which is in the aquarium.
“Also explore Aqua City, The Peak, Victoria Harbor, Giant Buddha, Outer Islands, Hong Kong Global Geopark China, Hong Kong Disneyland, and many more. This is our commitment to tourists visiting Hong Kong, by always presenting new attractions so that tourists will come back to Hong Kong, "he concluded. (Media Indonesia / Okezone). *
