2012012013201 333 WinterFest 22292999 November 20120133 to 1 January 2014 Fact Sheet

Organiser



Objectives

 To showcase Hong Kong as the ideal winter destination in Asia, by leveraging the festive ambience and wide variety of seasonal celebrations around town, and by working closely with the tourism and related sectors.

 To encourage visitors, especially the young and family segments from the Mainland and short-haul markets, to celebrate Christmas and New Year in Hong Kong.

Key Elements

1. Wishes on the Wind 2. Winter celebrations at key attractions 3. Winter promotions at shopping malls 4. Festive dining hotspots 5. Other festive hotspots 6. Hot seasonal events 7. Night tours 8. Special seasonal hotel offers 9. Quality Tourism Services (QTS) Scheme visitor accommodation offers

Details

1.1.1. Wishes on the Wind

Sponsors American Express International, Inc. T Galleria by DFS under DFS Group Limited Date 29 November 2013 to 1 January 2014 (The light-up ceremony will be held on 29 November 2013 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm which is for invited guests only. The event is open to the public from 8:00pm to 11:00pm.) Venue Statue Square, Central, Hong Kong (near MTR Central Station Exit K) Time - Between 30 November and 1 January 2014, the event is open from 6:00pm to 11:00pm. - On 24 & 31 December 2013, the event is extended for one hour, closing at midnight. Admission Free

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Highlights May your dreams come true this holiday season under Hong Kong’s newest Christmas centrepiece, WISH. Depicting three contemporary dandelions losing their seeds in the wind, this dramatic Christmas sculpture soars more than 15 metres in the air, constantly changing colours to music in a specially choreographed seasonal installation at Statue Square. So come and make a wish for your loved ones this holiday season – wherever they may be – and let WISH carry your wishes on the wind. Besides, the public are welcomed to visit the “American Express Wondrous Santa House” on designated days and hours for photos with the Santa Claus himself and get tasty treats! (You can visit www.winterfest.com.hk from 3 December 2013 onwards for details) Other Between 16 December 2013 and 19 January 2014, American Express Offers Cardmembers will receive a HK$500 shopping coupon upon spending HK$3,000 at the three T Galleria by DFS stores in Hong Kong*. Website www.DiscoverHongKong.com/winterfest/ * Terms and conditions apply

2.2.2. Winter celebrations at key aattractionsttractions

(i)(i)(i) Hong Kong Disneyland Date 14 November 2013 to 5 January 2014 Theme Hong Kong Disneyland’s Sparkling Christmas Highlights Celebrate the fun and romance of Christmas with loved ones at Hong Kong Disneyland! Experience an authentic wintry setting, where you can dine, shop and have endless fun in the true Christmas spirit. Enjoy the excitement of Grizzly Gulch, Toy Story Land and the all-new Mystic Point! Website www.hongkongdisneyland.com

(ii)(ii)(ii) Hong Kong Wetland Park Date 6 November 2013 to 31 March 2014 Theme Hong Kong Wetland Park’s Bird Watching Festival 2013/14 Highlights Following the rhythm of the seasons, migratory birds regularly travel to and from their breeding grounds and other parts of the world to avoid the harsh winters. Every year, around 90,000 to 110,000 migratory birds pass through Hong Kong on their journeys. Migratory birds, travellers in the sky, will be the icons of Bird Watching Festival 2013/14, the signature event of Hong Kong Wetland Park. In addition to bird watching, visitors can enjoy various educational and entertaining activities while getting out and about in nature. Website www.wetlandpark.gov.hk

(iii)(iii)(iii) Madame Tussauds Hong Kong Date December 2013 Theme Madame Tussauds Hong Kong’s Glistening Christmas Highlights Join a star-studded line-up of the world’s hottest celebrities at Madame Tussauds Hong Kong for a glittering Christmas celebration featuring a glistening tree, twinkling lights and glamorous decorations. Website www.madametussauds.com/hongkong

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(iv)(iv)(iv) Ngong Ping 360 Date 6 December 2013 to 1 January 2014 Theme Ngong Ping 360 Glittering Christmas Village Highlights For a unique alfresco Christmas experience, visit Ngong Ping 360, a festively-decorated village on Lantau Island. Celebrate this joyous season and join the carol singing on the cable-car ride, while enjoying panoramic views of Hong Kong’s mountains and coastline! Website www.np360.com.hk

(v)(v)(v) Noah’Noah’ss Ark Hong Kong Date 7 December 2013 to 1 January 2014 (every Saturday, Sunday and public holiday) Theme Noah’s Ark Christmas Carnival Highlights Throughout this holiday season, Noah’s Ark Hong Kong is sharing the festive love with inspiring Christmas games and activities to excite the imagination. Also enjoy sweet treats and jolly songs for a day out filled with warmth and joy for the whole family! Website www.noahsark.com.hk

(vi)(vi)(vi) Ocean Park Hong Kong Date 14 December 2013 to 1 January 2014 Ocean Park Christmas Sensation 2013 Theme Christmas Beneath The Waves! Highlights Visit Ocean Park this Christmas for three incredible new productions that combine underwater life and yuletide celebrations! You can enjoy marine- themed decorations, a world-class aerial acrobatics extravaganza and an Ocean Santa. Be sure to share in the seasonal cheer in Ocean Park! Website www.oceanpark.com.hk

(vii) sky100 Hong Kong Observation Deck Date 12 December 2013 to 2 January 2014 Theme sky100 Hong Kong Observation Deck – Christmas Party in the Sky Highlights Visit sky100 for a sky-high Christmas experience! With stunning day and night views of Hong Kong, as well as seasonal decorations and activities, sky100 will bring you a memorable sky-high Christmas party. Website www.sky100.com.hk

(viii) The Peak Tower Date 29 November 2013 to 1 January 2014 Theme Love Christmas at The Peak Highlights Romance is in the air this Christmas at The Peak, so bring a loved one and share the heart-stopping views over Hong Kong together. Make a wish at The Peak’s ‘Twinkle Twinkle Wishing Star’ and swoon over the colourful Christmas decorations on display. Website www.thepeakgalleria.com www.thepeak.com.hk

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3.3.3. Winter pppromotionspromotions atatat shopping malls

(i)(i)(i) 1881 Heritage Date 11 November 2013 to 5 January 2014 Theme 1881 Heritage Celestial Charm Highlights 1881 Heritage has transformed its Grand Piazza into a Renaissance-inspired angelic wonderland this Christmas. Two stunning bells surrounded by three archangels and a group of smaller angels will play enchanting Christmas melodies. Website www.1881heritage.com

(ii)(ii)(ii) Fashion Walk Date 15 November 2013 to 1 January 2014 Theme Santa’s in Style at Fashion Walk Highlights Everyone can be Santa Claus at Fashion Walk in , with fun charity events, extravagant Christmas parties, late night shopping, and a Santa Walkathon. Share your love, and experience a stylish Christmas at Fashion Walk. Website www.fashionwalk.com.hk

(iii)(iii)(iii) Date 7 November 2013 to 1 January 2014 Theme Let’s celebrate@Harbour City Highlights Harbour City always dazzles the senses with its stunning Christmas decorations. This Christmas will feature Hong Kong Disneyland characters and the signature magical Mickey Balloons. Check out the Christmas Eve party and the crystal Christmas Glass Village. Website www.harbourcity.com.hk

(iv)(iv)(iv) Hong Kong ifcifcifc mall Date 21 November 2013 to 2 January 2014 Theme Bike To Illuminate Central Christmas Park at ifc mall Highlights Hong Kong ifc mall’s Oval Atrium will be transformed into Central Christmas Park this year. Relax in the luxuriant greenery or pedal the bikes to help illuminate the fabulous, festive lighting installations! Website www.ifc.com.hk

(v)(v)(v) Langham Place Date 21 November 2013 to 1 January 2014 Theme Hello Kitty & Friends@Langham Place Highlights Langham Place welcomes you to celebrate the festive season with HELLO KITTY & FRIENDS in a spectacular Christmas Wonderland specially designed for those who are longing for a sparkling and fun-filled Christmas. Website www.langhamplace.com.hk

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(vi)(vi)(vi) New Town Plaza Date 12 November 2013 to 5 January 2014 Theme Starlight Romance at New Town Plaza Highlights Enter a magical and romantic Christmas world created by renowned Italian Christmas lighting designer Giuseppe De Cagna and his professional team, including Venetian gondolas and a Starlight Dancing Party shown on a 3D projection map. Website www.newtownplaza.com.hk

(vii) TimeTimessss Square Date 15 November to 25 December 2013 (Times Square Open Piazza) 15 November to 1 January 2014 (Times Square 2/F Atrium) Theme Times Square Whimsical Christmas Highlights Argentinean artist Javier Gonzalez Burgos’ funny animal characters accompanied by a daily dynamic LED musical show will turn Times Square into a festive playground. Don’t miss the Christmas draw, gifts, performances and Santa Claus! Website www.timessquare.com.hk

4.4.4. Festive dining hhotspotsotspots

(i)(i)(i) Discovery Bay DDD’D’’’DeckDeck Date 22 November 2013 to 1 January 2014 Theme Discovery Bay D’Deck Loving Christmas Highlights A huge Christmas stocking decoration will welcome you in Discovery Bay, where you can feast on festive treats at D’Deck, receive a specially designed gift, and drop off your extra presents to be donated to D’Deck’s appointed charity. Website www.ddeck.com.hk

(((i(iiii)i)i)i) Date 24 & 31 December 2013 Theme Lan Kwai Fong’s Exciting Christmas Street Party Highlights One of Hong Kong’s most popular nightlife hotspots, Lan Kwai Fong is celebrating the merry season with its famous annual Christmas street party. Feast on Christmas treats and join the revellers in a big festive bash. Website www.lankwaifong.com

(ii(ii(iii(ii iii)))) The East Date 4 to 31 December 2013 Theme A Beary Merry Christmas Highlights Celebrate Christmas at The East with “A Beary Merry Christmas”, an exhibition of 30 unique teddy bears designed and hand-made by local bear artist Gloria Chan, along with festive fare at the dining district’s restaurants. Website www.theeast.com.hk

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(i)(i)(i) T Galleria by DFS Group Date 4 to 17 December 2013 Theme “T in Art” Showcase Highlights The festive illuminations in East have been a major Christmas attraction for locals and visitors for years, and this year the district will stage another dazzling Christmas display, featuring festive and local characters at Mody Road Garden. Venue Avenue of Stars, Tsim Sha Tsui Others From 15 December 2013, spend HK$3,000 at any of the three T Galleria Hong Kong stores to get a T Galleria universal phone charger worth HK$600 (while stocks last). You can also meet Santa Claus at T Galleria Canton Road and Causeway Bay between 21 and 25 December 2013. For details, please visit www.dfs.com/en/tgalleria * Terms and conditions apply

(ii)(ii)(ii) TTTsimTsim SSShaSha TTTsuiTsuisuisui East Date 7 November 2013 to 1 January 2014 Theme Tsim Sha Tsui Centre & Empire Centre Christmas Lighting Decorations Highlights The festive illuminations in Tsim Sha Tsui East have been a major Christmas attraction for locals and visitors for years, and this year the district will stage another dazzling Christmas display, featuring festive and local characters at Mody Road Garden. Website www.tsimshatsuicentre.com.hk

6.6.6. Hot ssseasonalseasonal eeeventsevents

Date Activity 29 November to 1 December 2013 Clockenflap Music and Arts Festival 2013 1 to 8 December 2013 Hong Kong Squash Open 2013 2 to 7 December 2013 Business of Design Week 2013 5 to 8 December 2013 Hong Kong Open Championship 2013 8 December 2013 Hong Kong International Races (Horse Racing) 14 and 15 December 2013 Freespace Fest 14 December 2013 to 6 January 2014 48th Hong Kong Brands and Products Expo 11th Hong Kong Food Festival, incorporating the 25 to 28 December 2013 2nd International Wine Festival Date Activity 11th Hong Kong Mega Showcase, incorporating 25 to 28 December 2013 the 6th e-Expo 31 December 2013 2013 New Year’s Eve Countdown Carnival 1 January 2014 Dragon and Lion Dance 2014 1 January 2014 New Year’s Day Meeting (Horse Racing)

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7.7.7. Night tttourstours

(i)(i)(i) The Big Bus Night Tour Date, Departure  Daily at 6:15pm from Central Pier 7 Time & Pick-up  Daily at 7:00pm from The Peninsula Office Tower, 18 Middle Road, Point Tsim Sha Tsui Duration Approximately 1 hour Price HK$220 per person (adults and children aged 5 to 15) Language Recorded commentary in 10 languages (, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Putonghua, Russian and Spanish) Enquiries & Big Bus Tours Booking Tel: 2167 8995 (9:15am to 6:00pm daily)

(ii)(ii)(ii) OpenOpen----toptop Bus Starry Night Date, Departure Every afternoon from 4:40pm to 5:30pm. The exact pick-up time will Time & Pick-up be given when making reservations. Point Duration Approximately 2.5 hours Price HK$280 per person (adults and children aged 3 to 11) Language English supplemented by Putonghua Enquiries & Gray Line Tours of Hong Kong Ltd Booking Tel: 2368 7111 (7:00am to 9:00pm daily)

(iii)(iii)(iii) “A Symphony of Lights” Dinner Cruise Date, Departure  Daily at 7:30pm from (East) Passenger Ferry Pier, Hong Time & Pick-up Kong Point  Daily at 8:00pm from Ferry Pier, Kowloon Participants are required to arrive at the pier 15 minutes before departure. Duration Approximately 2 hours Price HK$440 per adult; HK$280 per child (2 to 10 years old), including on- board buffet Subject to 10% service charge Enquiries & Harbour Cruise Bauhinia Booking Tel: 2802 2886 (9:00am to 7:00pm daily)

(iv)(iv)(iv) Star Ferry ––– Single Ride Night Round Trip Date, Departure  Daily at 5:55pm/6:55pm/8:55pm from the Tsim Sha Tsui Star Ferry Time & Pick-up Pier Point  Daily at 6:15pm/8:15pm from Central Star Ferry Pier 7 Duration Approximately 1 hour Price HK$150 per adult; HK$135 per child (3 to 12 years old)/senior (65 or above)/disabled person Language Recorded commentary in English and Putonghua Enquiries & Star Ferry’s Harbour Tour Booking Tel: 2118 6201 (11:25am to 8:45pm daily)

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(v)(v)(v) Harbour Night Cruise Date, Departure  Daily at 9:30pm from Time & Pick-up  Daily at 9:45pm from Pier 9, Central Point Duration Approximately 1.5 hours Price HK$290 per adult; HK$200 per child (2 to 12 years old), including unlimited beverages on-board Language English Enquiries & Watertours of Hong Kong Ltd Booking Tel: 2926 3868 (9:00am to 6:00pm daily)

8.8.8. Special ssseasonalseasonal hhhotelhotel oooffersoffers

Date 29 November 2013 to 1 January 2014 Highlights This Christmas, Hong Kong’s hotels are offering great winter getaway packages. Come and enjoy the sparkling events in Asia’s world city with super three-day, two-night stays, plus other fabulous deals. Website www.DiscoverHongKong.com/winterfest

9.9.9. QTS Scheme vvvisitorvisitor aaaccommodationaccommodation oooffersoffers

Date 29 November 2013 to 1 January 2014 Highlights Accommodation accredited under the Quality Tourism Services (QTS) Scheme is reviewed annually to ensure quality standards. During Hong Kong WinterFest, choose three-day, two-night packages offered by selected accommodation providers under the scheme for a quality stay in Hong Kong. Website www.DiscoverHongKong.com/winterfest

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Hong Kong Tourism Board 29 November 2013

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