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To meet the diverse demands of visitors, Ngong Ping 360 and sky100 are jointly launching a new combo, “Ngong Ping 360． sky100 Day & Night Package”, with which guests can enjoy twice the fun at the two iconic attractions at 32% off (special offer for adult: HK$285) from now on to 15 December, 2019. Weekend getaways for locals Weekend breaks with varied activities are a great way to unwind from a hectic week with family and friends for busy Hong Kong People. Valid within seven days of redemption, the package features the flexibility and convenience to visit to the two popular photography destinations. Ngong Ping 360 and sky100 come up with three different occasions for guests who enjoy both dynamic and relaxing elements in their holiday plans. 1 Photo adventure Guests can start their journey with a ride on Ngong Ping Cable Car after 2:30 pm from Tung Chung Cable Car Terminal for a visit to Ngong Ping Village. They can schedule the return ride to Tung Chung before sunset to immerse in the magical ambience of dusk and capture wonderful pictures of the “Magic Hour”. The photo adventure can be extended to sky100 after 6:00 pm. Located on the 100th floor of International Commerce Centre – the tallest building in Hong Kong – the attraction at the height of 393m is the best place to capture the “Million-dollar Night View” of the Victoria Harbour and the Kowloon Peninsula. Slow-living style cultural excursion To explore local culture in depth, Ngong Ping 360 and sky100 can be visited over two days. Guests can first sample local snacks (such as egg waffles) and a Hong Kong-style afternoon tea at Ngong Ping Village before touring around Po Lin Monastery and the Big Buddha to appreciate the century-old architecture and Buddhist culture. They can also discover the idyllic fishing village culture in nearby Tai O. Guests can take advantage of the flexibility of the package to plan a visit to sky100 within seven days to learn more about the history of Hong Kong through a 28-metre-long interactive story wall that showcases local tales and anecdotes and 360 degree of panoramic skyline view. They can also enjoy a glass of wine at Café 100 by the Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong and be mesmerised by the sunset views and breath-taking night views of the Victoria Harbour. Romantic itinerary For a romantic getaway, guests can kick off their itinerary with a ride on Ngong Ping Cable Car and taking pictures with the “Blessing Drums”, the “Bodhi Tree” and other trending spots at Ngong Ping Village. Shops in the Village will provide lots of ideas for a romantic gift. The date continues at sky100 with the light show “Love is in the sky” starting at 7:00 pm daily. Then proceed to Café 100 by the Ritz-Carlton, Hong Kong to share a delicious dessert marking the perfect end to an impressive date. One-day trip to the urban and nature of Hong Kong On top of shopping and entertainment, in recent years overseas tourists are increasingly interested in appreciating the beauty of nature and get to know the local stories of the travel destination. The package offers just the option to experience the tranquil nature and the bustling city of Hong Kong. For a look at the nature of Hong Kong, tourists can 2 take a 25-minute cable car ride to Ngong Ping Village and treat their eyes with the five-star expansive views of the Lantau North Country Park, Tung Chung Bay, Hong Kong International Airport, and the Hongkong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge during the day and at sunset. In the evening, tourists can ascend to sky100 at the 100th floor of Hong Kong’s tallest building International Commerce Centre. The sky-high viewpoint allows tourists to look at the hustle and bustle of the metropolitan, the night views of the Victoria Harbour, and the dynamics of Hong Kong Island, Kowloon Peninsula and the New Territories from 360 degrees. Visitors can also learn more about Hong Kong at the 28-metre-long interactive story wall. The experience is taken to a new height with the unprecedented visual treat “Love is in the Sky” light show, which presents dreamlike images designed with Hong Kong flavours against the backdrop of Victoria’s Harbour’s famed nightscape and sparkling lights. Save up to 32% Available at HKD 285 (adult) and HKD 158 (children aged 3 to 11), the Ngong Ping 360 x sky100 Day & Night Package is 32% cheaper than purchasing for the two attractions separately 1 . The package is available for booking from now through the official website of Ngong Ping 360, the ticketing office of Tung Chung Cable Car Terminal at Ngong Ping 360, the official website of sky100 and the 1/F ticket centre at sky100. Time-limited giveaway Ngong Ping 360 is also hosting a giveaway on its official Facebook page from now until 26 May. Guests can answer a simple question and stand a chance to win Ngong Ping 360 ． sky100 Day & Night Package for TWO (10 prizes). Don’t miss the opportunity to appreciate the spectacular evening views of the city at sky100 and the delightful day views of the nature at Ngong Ping 360 with your friends and family! 1 Regular priced ticket for Adult is HK$423 and Child is HK$238 respectively. 3 About Ngong Ping 360 As an important tourist attraction located on Lantau Island in Hong Kong, Ngong Ping 360 offers an exciting opportunity for guests to experience a unique natural and cultural experience. The Ngong Ping Cable Car stretches 5.7 km from Tung Chung to Ngong Ping. Guests can visit the Chinese architecturally designed Ngong Ping Village, where they can enjoy a wide range of dining, shopping and entertainment options and culturally themed attractions, including VR 360, Motion 360 and Walking with Buddha. The Ngong Ping Cable Car is a rare example of a bi-cable gondola circulating lift system, and is the longest aerial cable car system of its kind in Asia. It offers a visually spectacular 25-minute journey with panoramic views of the flora and fauna of North Lantau Country Park, Tung Chung Bay and the Hong Kong International Airport. Ngong Ping Cable Car experience and itinerary of Tai O culture tour, along with the Big Buddha and Po Lin Monastery, ranked second in the “Top 10 experiences in Asia” category of the Travellers’ Choice Awards for Experiences announced by the world- renowned travel website TripAdvisor in 2018. Meanwhile, it is also one of the “Top 25 experiences in the World”, ranked by TripAdvisor. In the same year, Ngong Ping 360 also received the “Certificate of Excellence 2018” presented by TripAdvisor. In 2017, the Company was recognised as one of “The world’s 10 best cable cars” by USA Today. Besides, it was also selected as amongst “10 of the world’s best cable car rides” by CNN.com in the USA in 2015. In 2014, Ngong Ping 360 received the CILT Award 2013 – Enterprise Award presented by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in Hong Kong (CILTHK). It was also selected as one of the “Cable cars: 10 amazing rides around the world” by The Daily Telegraph in the UK. 4 About sky100 Hong Kong Observation Deck Developed by Sun Hung Kai Properties, sky100 Hong Kong Observation Deck is located on the 100th floor of International Commerce Centre, the tallest building in Hong Kong. At 393 metres above sea level, it is the only indoor observation deck in Hong Kong offering 360-degree views of the territory and its famous Victoria Harbour. This world-class attraction is complemented by a well-connected transportation network, the upcoming Express Rail Link terminus and prestigious shopping mall. It also features Hong Kong’s fastest double-deck high-speed elevators, which reach the 100th floor in just 60 seconds. sky100 Hong Kong Observation Deck introduces the features of Hong Kong’s culture and its unique story via fascinating multimedia exhibits and regular festive campaigns. The interactive sky100 mobile app and the newly introduced “Sky-High Tech Zone” create a virtual dynamic world which allows guests to discover the beauty of Hong Kong in a brand new perspective through Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) technology. Guests can savour a range of delectable treats and enjoy boundless sea views at Café 100 by The Ritz- Carlton, Hong Kong on the west side of the deck, a truly double delight of taste and visual pleasure. sky100 proudly offers visitors and their loved ones Hong Kong’s most memorable sky-high experience in every season and at all times of the day. sky100 Hong Kong Observation Deck has received the Certificate of Excellence for four consecutive years since 2014 from renowned travel website TripAdvisor in recognition of its breath-taking views and outstanding hospitality.
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