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Hong Kong reviews Sai Kung trail booking system after high no-show rates

Hong Kong is re-evaluating its new reservation system for the Sai Kung trail due to a high rate of no-shows during recent trial periods. Despite 3,230 bookings, only 1,560 people visited Po Pin Chau over a weekend. Authorities plan a comprehensive review after the National Day holiday in October to improve visitor management and potentially implement measures like penalty points for no-shows. AI

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Hong Kong reviews Sai Kung trail booking system after high no-show rates

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Theodora Yu ·

    Hong Kong to review bookings for famous Sai Kung trail after high no-show rate

    Hong Kong authorities will review a new reservation system for a Sai Kung trail famed for its dramatic volcanic rock columns after the National Day “golden week” in October, following large numbers of no-shows during the first two trial runs. Only 1,560 registered and walk-in pat…