Visiting Hong Kong (English version only)

Date

8 - 12 December 2025 (Mon – Fri)

Venue

Henry Cheng International Conference Centre, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, NT, Hong Kong SAR

Target audience

Members of the International Society of Sport Psychology (ISSP), also researchers, psychologists, educators, coaches, administrators, students, and athletes interested in sports psychology.

Language

English (simultaneous interpretation is not available).

Passport and Visa Requirement

Important Note for Overseas Participants:
Visitors to Hong Kong must hold a passport with a minimum validity of six months.

Hong Kong offers visa-free entry to citizens from over 100 countries, including most Asian nations, as well as Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Portugal, Spain, the UK, and the USA.

We recommend checking with your travel agent for the latest entry requirements or visiting the website of the Immigration Department of the HKSAR. We will assist delegates in obtaining visitor permits by providing support letters. Please note that applicants are responsible for submitting their own applications.

Time Zone

The local time in Hong Kong, China is GMT +8.

Weather

Hong Kong has a sub-tropical climate. In December 2022, the average monthly temperature was 16.6 degrees Celsius, with total rainfall of 25.7 millimeters. For further information, please visit the Hong Kong Observatory website : https://www.hko.gov.hk/tc/index.html.

Currency

The currency of Hong Kong is the Hong Kong Dollar (HK$), which is pegged to the US Dollar within a band of 7.75 to 7.85. Most foreign currencies and travelers’ cheques can be exchanged easily at banks, hotels, and currency exchange services. Credit cards are widely accepted at major hotels, restaurants, department stores, and shops.
The main payment methods in Hong Kong are cash, Octopus Card, and Alipay/WeChat Pay, Apple and Android Pay are also accepted. Please note that some locations may not accept American Express.

Currency Exchange as of Nov 2024

For latest exchange rate, please visit - XE.com

Excursion (provided by the Hong Kong Tourism Board)

For more information, please visit the Hong Kong Tourism Board Webpage

BIG BUS TOURS

Hong Kong is where the East meets the West — come explore the fascinating history and unique blend of cultures with a hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour from Big Bus Tours. The open-top double-decker buses stop at many of the city’s highlights, so you can easily hop off and explore, then hop back on to continue your journey. Along the way, enjoy the insightful recorded commentary (available in 9 languages) to get a deeper understanding of the history and culture of this incredible city.

A SYMPHONY OF LIGHTS DINNER CRUISE

If you witness nothing else during your stay, the ‘Harbour Cruise – Bauhinia’ around Hong Kong’s beautiful Victoria Harbour at night would more than justify your journey. On a tour that includes a sumptuous buffet dinner and a live band, discover a wonderland of dancing lights as buildings come alive in the awe-inspiring multimedia show A Symphony of Lights, which commences daily at 8 PM

THE PEAK

The highest point on Hong Kong Island, this has been the city’s most exclusive neighborhood since pre-handover times — back then it was the cooler air that attracted the rich and famous; in the post air-conditioning era, the views of one of the world’s most spectacular cityscapes keep them coming. By day your eyes stretch across sparkling skyscrapers and Victoria Harbour all the way to the green hills of the New Territories. In early evening this panorama melts into pink and orange before reincarnating as a dazzling galaxy of light, shimmering beneath you. And if you listen carefully enough, you can hear the city humming below.

THE PEAK TRAM

The Peak is often dubbed Hong Kong’s most spectacular destination, and the journey there is equally spellbinding. The trip takes approximately 6 minutes, rising from 33m to 396m above sea level along a 1,278m-long track. Enjoy a visually memorable experience as skyscrapers glide past at seemingly impossible angles. Ideal for videos and photos, have your phone ready to chronicle your ascent. With over 135 years of tramway excellence, this is one of the world’s oldest funicular railways and a must-visit attraction, welcoming over 6 million patrons a year.