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Hongkongers flock to Shenzhen for National Day shopping and treats

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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…

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