Hong Kong has long been known as "the Pearl of the Orient". Every year a great number of visitors come here for sightseeing and shopping. With the living standard being constantly on the rise, many Hong Kong people also choose to spend their holidays outside Hong Kong.
Tourism is also a major foreign exchange earner for Hong Kong. In 2000, for example, tourism generated income of around HK$76.4 billion, which is equivalent to five percent of the Gross Domestic Product.
In addition to being a money-spinner, tourism also provides a lot of job opportunities for Hong Kong's labour force. Are you interested in joining the tourism industry? For those who are interested, this section can give you information on the employment situation and job opportunities of the tourism industry.