8 more Chinese cities join Hong Kong solo travel scheme

Tourists take photos in front of Victoria Harbor in Hong Kong on April 29, 2024. China's Individual Visit Scheme allows residents from some areas to travel to Hong Kong on their own, rather than in a tour group.

Eight Chinese cities have joined a program allowing their residents to travel to Hong Kong on their own, rather than as part of a tour group, as part of efforts to boost Hong Kong's economy.