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Tens of Thousands Vie for Free Cathay Pacific Tickets to Hong Kong from Britain, Germany, Switzerland in Tourism Drive

By Maya Lin-Takahashi

• Oct 8, 2026 • 4 min read

Tens of Thousands Vie for Free Cathay Pacific Tickets to Hong Kong from Britain, Germany, Switzerland in Tourism Drive

Direct Answer • Key Takeaway

The Hong Kong Flagship Carrier’s Website Showed Heavy Traffic as 70,000 Users at One Point Tried to Win a Free Round-Trip, Economy-Class Ticket to the City and Back to Britain, with Some Reporting Difficulties in Entering the Giveaway.

Maya Lin-Takahashi

Consumer Tech & Gadget Reviewer

Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.

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