HKIA celebrated the new Year of the Monkey

Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) is celebrating the Year of the Monkey with a series of promotional activities and offerings, including cash coupons for shoppers of up to HK$5,000 ($642).

From today through to February 15, travellers spending over HK$2,000, HK$5,000, HK$10,000 and HK$50,000 by electronic payment can redeem HKIA cash coupons of HK$100, HK$300, HK$700 and HK$5,000 respectively.

Airport Authority of Hong Kong adds that during this period ‘designated retailers’ will also offer free red packet redemption on a first-come-first-served basis.

Commenting on the promotion, Airport Authority stated: “To spread the festive joy, HKIA’s mascot will dress in the Year-of-the-Monkey costume at Terminal 1 of HKIA and will send warm blessings to travellers by giving out specially-designed Fai Chuns [traditional decorations-Ed] for free.

“The joyous atmosphere can also be experienced on Level 6 of the Departures East Hall, where travellers will find a grand display box with a special selection of Chinese New Year products and an interactive-game booth.

“Passengers with boarding passes and any purchase receipt from HKIA can participate in the game. Among the top of [more than] 12,000 prizes are suitcases, massagers and necklaces, while others include HKIA cash coupons and HKIA red packets.”

Chinese New Year traditions that will also be celebrated include lion dances and various musical performances over the two-week period.

In addition, HKIA is also offering a free local delivery service for all travellers spending over HK$1,000 in a single transaction at HKIA. Free delivery also applies to Mainland China, Macao and Taiwan for travellers spending more than HK$2,500 on clothing, bags and accessories in a single transaction.