According to data released by the Hong Kong Tourism Board on the 17th, there were approximately 9.95 million visitors to Hong Kong in the first two months of 2026, an increase of 18% year-on-year; Among them, there were about 7.9 million mainland visitors to Hong Kong, an increase of 22% compared to the same period last year. In February of this year, there were approximately 4.25 million mainland tourists visiting Hong Kong, a year-on-year increase of 53%. The number of visitors to Hong Kong from non mainland markets in the first two months was about 2.06 million, an increase of 8% year-on-year. Among them, the long-distance market performed particularly well, and the number of visitors from Australia, France, and Germany to Hong Kong increased by about 20-30% year-on-year. In the first two months of this year, Hong Kong held a series of grand events to continuously enhance its tourism appeal. As the mainland welcomes the "longest Spring Festival holiday" and residents' willingness to travel is high, Hong Kong has launched special activities such as float parades and fireworks displays during this period, further driving tourists to experience the festive atmosphere in Hong Kong. (New Society)