Joyful holiday starts at HKIA

(HONG KONG, 19 December 2003) - Santa Claus is coming to Hong Kong International Airport to greet passengers and visitors and shower them with presents. Lots of fun and bonuses welcome them the moment they arrive at the airport. Parking concessions The airport open-air Car Park 5 offers a minimum 3-day parking concession at $200, then $70 per day or part thereof. Drivers will also receive discounts for long-term stay at Car Parks 4 and 5. The discount value varies according to the length of stay. Parking has also become hassle-free with all airport car parks now accepting Octopus card for payment. Car Park Enquiry Hotlines: (852) 2949 1083 (Car Park 4) (852) 2286 0163 (Car Park 5) Shop till you drop On completion of the East Hall expansion later this month, Hong Kong SkyMart will feature a rich array of local and world-renowned brand name shops and eateries. There is no surprise if customers find merchandise offered at more competitive prices than they are downtown. Customers may find the grand lucky draw with a chance to win one million Asia Miles (equivalent to approximately $240,000) an incitement to their shopping spirits. For any one purchase of $500 or more, patrons will get 500 Asia Miles, up to a maximum of 3,000 Asia Miles. A "SkyOffers" pamphlet parading the numerous shopping discounts and free gifts on offer at the SkyMart is available at Airport Express Stations and the airport passenger terminal. Shop till you drop - do drop by one of the SkyMart restaurants, cafés or bars. The choices of local and international cuisine will please even the most discerning gourmands. Echoing with Christmas music Carol singing and music performances will be staged at both the Departures and Arrivals Halls. Santa Claus will also have his photo taken with passengers and visitors and tender them with Christmas gifts. Christmas at HKIA is full of joy and surprises. However, don't forget your boarding time.