A New Breed of Airlines

Hong Kong, dubbed as the 'Pearl of the Orient,' is aforeigners including British, Canadians, and American
special administrative region of People's Republic ofstudy here. Besides, the city is also a great trading
China (PRC.) Set among awe-inspiring naturalcenter, and as a result, many leading, multinational
surroundings, the city boasts of a thriving as well ascompanies conduct their core business activities here.
vibrant commercial center. Once a typical fishingHence, it is no wonder why the destination has now
village, Hong Kong has now become one of thebecome one of the world's most sought after
world's significant trading economies. A strongdestinations.
influence of British culture is prevalent in the area asPerhaps for these reasons, airline industry in the city
a result of the former colonial rule. But, at the sameis flourishing. In other words, the city boasts of one
time, the city retains its traditional charm as well asof the busiest airline industries in the world. Opened
the core values of Confucianism.its door in 1998, Hong Kong International Airport in
Located in the south east corner of China, the cityChek Lap Kok is truly a fine example of modern
consists of four areas: Hong Kong Island, Kowloonarchitectural splendor. The airport caters to several
Peninsula, the Outlying Islands, and the Newdomestic and international airlines. It is estimated that
Territories. The island is considered the center ofthis busy airport handles more than 45 flights per
economy, politics, and entertainment in the area. It ishour. Hong Kong International Airport is conveniently
also home to some of the finest shopping as well asconnected to the main center through comfy
residential areas in the region. Kowloon is probably thetransport systems including the Cityflyer Airbus, the
most flourishing region, with exciting nightlife. WhenAirport Express Train and the Hong Kong Public Bus
comes to the New Territories and the OutlyingService.
Islands, they boast of some of the most peaceful asMany of the major airlines operating in Hong Kong
well as natural destinations.provide superb services. Further, many of them such
In addition, the city has such a great number ofas Hong Kong Oasis Airlines have opened an avenue
attractions that it is quite difficult to list them all. Justfor a new breed of airlines. Majority of them are
few among many of the attractions are the peakdedicated to provide dependably low fares while
tower with rooftop observation area and Madameproviding high standards of comfort and service and
Tussaud's Wax Museum; the Bank of China Tower,that too without comprising safety and security.
one of the tallest building in the world.These airlines render non stop services between
Wong Tai Sin Temple, an ancient shrine whoseHong Kong and such destinations as London. In
surrounding area is dotted with fortune-tellers; theaddition, some of them operate six times in a week
Avenue of Stars, which is beautified with tons ofbetween Hong Kong and Vancouver.
twinkling lights; the Clock Tower - one of the oldestDue to the growing number of visitors from many
landmarks situated on the site of the old KowloonAmerican and European destinations, some airlines are
Station; Hong Kong Park, with a 1400 sq mtnow in the stages for launching direct services
conservatory and Olympic Square; and Statuebetween Hong Kong and such cities as Chicago and
Square, a popular pedestrian in the central district.San Francisco in the US, Berlin and Manchester in
Above all, you can enjoy a great number of activitiesEurope, and Melbourne and Sydney in Australia.
in the city, from helicopter ride and cable car ride toFacilities are available to book tickets for traveling,
an amazing harbor cruise.either via online by browsing through their website or
Apart from being a tourist spot with a continuum ofthrough the airline's customer service center.
attractions, the destination is also a main center ofBookings can also be made through reputable travel
education. With a significant number ofagents.
international-level educational institutions, many