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Hongkongers flock to Shenzhen for National Day shopping and treats

During China's National Day holiday, many residents from Hong Kong traveled to Shenzhen for shopping and leisure activities. They were drawn by lower prices and a broader selection of goods and services, including popular 60cm egg tarts and wellness treatments. Immigration Department data indicated a significant number of cross-border movements in both directions. AI

RANK_REASON The article discusses cross-border travel for shopping and leisure during a holiday, with no significant AI or technology angle.

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Hongkongers flock to Shenzhen for National Day shopping and treats

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Lexi Tian ·

    National Day: Hongkongers visit Shenzhen for shopping and 60cm egg tarts

    Hongkongers flocked across the border on National Day for grocery shopping, massages and trendy 60cm-long egg tarts, citing lower prices and a wider variety of leisure activities. Immigration Department figures showed that about 69,000 residents had left Hong Kong by 10am on Thur…