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PolyU to host 11th Asia Pacific Forum for Graduate Students Research in Tourism and International Convention & Expo …

Twenty-five undergraduate students from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU)"s School of Hotel and Tourism Management (SHTM) form an organising committee and take charge to run the 11th Asia Pacific Forum for Graduate Students Research in Tourism (APF) and International Convention & Expo Summit 2012 (ICES), scheduled to take place in Hong Kong in...

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300 evacuated from hotel fire in Hong Kong

A fire broke out at a hotel on the Hong Kong Island on Saturday morning, affecting around 300 people with one feeling sick. (read more…) Related items Hong Kong hotel group eyes MidEast growth Banks confirms HK hotel discount Banks confirms hotel discount Banks defends hotel room cost New twist in donations scandal

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China Mobile launches 4G services in Hong Kong

HONG KONG (Reuters) – China Mobile Ltd's Hong Kong unit has launched 4G LTE (long term evolution) mobile data services in the Chinese territory, allowing cross-border data sharing plans when roaming in China. Related Stories China re-exports bonded copper stocks on high LME prices – trade FTSE ticks lower in early deals Rotork orders...

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Tumi prices IPO at $18/share, above expected range

HONG KONG (MarketWatch) — Travel and business accessories maker Tumi Holdings Inc. on Wednesday priced its 18.8 million share initial price offering at $18 apiece, above its indicative price range of $15 to $17. Existing shareholders, including funds managed by or affiliated with Doughty Hanson & Co. are offering 3.2 million shares out of...

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AirPhil offers seat sale to Hong Kong for as low as P888

AIRPHIL Express is still offering its latest "Express Sale" promo to Hong Kong, the shopping capital of Asia. (read more…) Related items Starry nights in Hong Kong Hong Kong hotel group eyes MidEast growth Global Business Travel Association Announces New Advisory Board Appointments for Asia IPO slide gives danger signal Sandigan allows Mike to...

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Hong Kong tycoon denies wrongdoing over Macau case

HONG KONG (Reuters) – A Hong Kong property developer whose name was mentioned as a witness in a Macau corruption trial has denied any suggestion of wrongdoing linked to the case brought against a former Macau government official. Related Stories U.S. agents, military took up to 21 women to Colombia hotel Angry North Korea...

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Canvas the new safe-haven’ for Hong Kong investors

HONG KONG — Unnerved by a febrile stock exchange and persistent rumblings of a potential dip in property prices, Hong Kong investors are seeking refuge in art and the lure of both financial and cultural rewards. (read more…) Related items Canvas the new 'safe-haven' for Hong Kong investors Canvas the new ‘safe haven’ for...

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Jimenez: Hong Kong will become Ilonggos’ favorite travel point

TRAVELING around one’s own country is always encouraged as this is a medium of knowing and eventually understanding the culture and behavior of every tribe or nation. ***** Have something to report? Tell us in text, photos or videos. It must be the initiative of the private sector that becomes a vital point in...

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Travel challenge: Hong Kong

EACH week we invite competing companies to give us their best deals for a competing holiday. This week we look at Hong Kong. (read more…) Related items Cosmetics Chain Sa Sa Sees China As A Tougher Sell The Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong – Enjoying the Urban Jungle Hong Kong Hotels Deals Entice Hong...

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Titanic's last supper served in Hong Kong hotel

This weekend nostalgic diners with a big budget will be able to mark the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic by sampling the luxury liner's last menu — as well as actual wine salvaged from the wreck. (read more…) Related items Banks confirms hotel discount Banks defends hotel room cost Hong Kong...

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