In recent years, the shopping landscape for Hong Kong residents has extended beyond the Greater Bay Area, with many opting to visit Beijing. According to the latest data from the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Culture and Tourism, in June this year, Beijing welcomed 40,449 visitors from Hong Kong, a 163.1% increase compared to the same period last year. From the beginning of the year to date, Beijing has received 194,963 visitors from Hong Kong, marking a 182.2% increase year-on-year. This trend reflects the growing interest of Hong Kong tourists in this historical and cultural city of Beijing.
Mastercard’s research indicates that Beijing was ranked as one of the top ten most popular inbound travel destinations in April. Travelers’ spending in Beijing is primarily focused on dining and historical cultural sites. This reflects the strong desire of Hong Kong residents for diverse cultural experiences in northern regions.
Mastercard Beijing Shopping Promotion Policy
As the trend of Hong Kong residents shopping in the mainland continues to rise, Mastercard has launched a series of attractive promotional activities for consumers. Eligible cardholders only need to register on the Mastercard platform to participate in this cashback program:
- Stay at the Gubei Water Town Gubei Light Resort Hotel and enjoy afternoon tea on the Great Wall.
- Ride an electric bike and explore Beijing’s famous historical landmarks.
- Appreciate Peking opera performances and participate in historical exploration cycling events.
- Learn about traditional Chinese handicrafts and visit the Simatai Great Wall.
- Enjoy exquisite cuisine at the renowned vegetarian restaurant Jing Zhao Yin.
- Event Duration: From now until October 31st
- Discount Details: Spend RMB 2,000 in mainland China to enjoy a 10% cash rebate, with a maximum rebate limit of RMB 400.
- Eligible Card Types: Mastercard Consumer World and World Elite cardholders
- Offer Conditions: Cardholders must use a Mastercard or make purchases using WeChat Pay or Alipay linked to a Mastercard in mainland China.
- Stay at the Gubei Water Town Gubei Light Resort Hotel and enjoy afternoon tea on the Great Wall.
- Ride an electric bike and explore Beijing’s famous historical landmarks.
- Appreciate Peking opera performances and participate in historical exploration cycling events.
- Learn about traditional Chinese handicrafts and visit the Simatai Great Wall.
- Enjoy exquisite cuisine at the renowned vegetarian restaurant Jing Zhao Yin.
These travel experiences not only satisfy Hong Kong people’s interest in exploring history and culture but also allow travelers to enjoy premium consumer services during their journeys.
The multicultural charm of Beijing, combined with Mastercard’s promotional policies, has attracted an increasing number of travelers from Hong Kong. This trend demonstrates the rising consumer power and travel enthusiasm of Hong Kong residents in northern cities. In the future, as the convenience of travel to the north and the consumer environment continue to improve, it is believed that this growth momentum will persist.
In addition to consumer discounts, Mastercard has carefully prepared a series of unique travel experiences in Beijing for cardholders, which will last until the end of this year, including:
These travel experiences not only satisfy Hong Kong people’s interest in exploring history and culture but also allow travelers to enjoy premium consumer services during their journeys.
The multicultural charm of Beijing, combined with Mastercard’s promotional policies, has attracted an increasing number of travelers from Hong Kong. This trend demonstrates the rising consumer power and travel enthusiasm of Hong Kong residents in northern cities. In the future, as the convenience of travel to the north and the consumer environment continue to improve, it is believed that this growth momentum will persist.
