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Boston to Hong Kong via Cathay Pacific

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BUCKET LIST: Hong Kong

I know it SEEMS like I’ve been everywhere, but I haven’t. I have a bucket list that I’m quite certain is at least the same length as yours is, and one of those destinations is Hong Kong. I was offered the opportunity to go to the Hong Kong Wine and Food Festival a year ago, but because of a previous obligation, had to turn it down.

I’ve been kicking myself ever since.

When I finally DO get on that plane, you can BET on the fact that I’ll have a seat on the latest Cathay Pacific route from Boston to Hong Kong. Since I have a second home in the South End of Boston, it’s soon going to be easier for me to get on that plane and wake up in . Beginning on May 3, 2015 Cathay Pacific will be offering 4x weekly nonstop service from Boston Logan Int’l Airport to Hong Kong.

6 things I’ve learned about Cathay Pacific

  1. Cathay Pacific was voted the WORLD’S BEST AIRLINE at the 2014 World Airline Awards.
  2. My friends who have traveled on Cathay Pacific say that the food  from first class to economy is GREAT (and you thought flights were all about soda and pretzels).
  3. If you’re heading to Hong Kong, Cathay Pacific offers the most nonstop service flights from Chicago, Los Angeles, New York (JFK), Newark Liberty, San Francisco, and yes….beginning in May….Boston
  4. Whether you fly First Class, Business Class, Premium Economy or Economy – you’ll have an experience that surpasses what you’re used to from the “other” airlines.
  5. I’m a lounge gal, and my friends who travel Cathay Pacific all RAVE about their airport lounges
  6. They’re a member of One World Alliance!!! I love being able to swap out my points for air travel on my bucket list.

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DETAILS

 

Enter to win 2 RT tickets to Hong Kong

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Join the CX Ambassadors Program for a chance to win 2 round trip tickets on the new flight from Boston to Hong Kong. Total ARV of all prizes is $1,050 (not inclusive of taxes). The promo ends March 31. 2015. No purchase necessary. 

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Comments

  2. This is such an exciting giveaway! I am absolutely in love with Hong Kong; I was born and raised there until I was 10, and haven’t been back in a few years. Even though I live in SF, I would totally fly to Boston and claim the flight anyway. I miss Hong Kong so much.
    The food is spectacular, there are so many shopping options, and there is so much to see and do. It’s also a great place to use as a base to see other Asian countries. My parents are only 3 hours away in Phuket, Thailand!

  4. We’ve never traveled with Cathay before, but have dreaming of traveling to Asia in 2015! Hong Kong seems like a great place to start, since there’s so much history AND culture, as well as a famous urban lifestyle.

  5. If you win you have to PROMISE to take lots of pictures. I’m so excited to see who ends up going.

  7. WOW, that would be incredible. You could see your family too!!! My fingers are crossed for you.

  11. I want to travel the world and discover the true meanings of life & Experience different cultures first hand.

  21. I want to travel to Hong Kong because I think I would enjoy the 24 hour hustle bustle of the place and the exotic foods and fashion.

  22. I would love to see Hong Kong… I enjoy experiencing other cultures and learning more about the amazing world we live in!

  24. A trip to Hong Kong would be a dream come true. As a social studies teacher, traveling to Hong Kong would enrich my ability to teach about the culture.

  26. Hong Kong is one of my favorite cities. Gazing at the Hong Kong skyline while relaxing with my favorite Mango Daiquiri in the InterContinental Hotel lounge is always first on my to do list upon getting into town (always in the evening to promote a good night’s sleep). I hope you have a chance to get back to Providence some time soon. You’ll notice many big changes.

  27. Hong Kong is one of the most vibrant cities in the world. The food is superb. Would love to visit again.

  28. It has been a dream of mine to learn about the history of this culture. America is such a young nation and we don’t have any of the history Hong Kong does.

  30. going to Hong Kong has always been a dream of mine, that is definitly something i want to do before i pass

  32. To see the beautiful city and the harbor from the top of the mountain! Plus the delicious Chinese food of course! Yum!

  33. I want to go to Hong Kong for the shopping and food! Although I’ve already been there a few times, there are still places I want to go again and places I still haven’t had a chance to visit.

  34. I would love to experience all the wonderful Chinese culture, meet it’s lovely people, see all the wonderful sights and taste all it’s great cuisine!!! I’d love to go with my mother (my father recently died) who traveled there over 40 years ago (and loved it and would love to return) to contrast how our experience compares to her earlier trip.

  35. My wife and I had planned on spending a day and night in Hong Kong last summer however due to air traffic control issues in Beijing, we were shortchanged and didn’t get to the hotel until almost 11 PM with a 10 AM flight out the next morning. The view of Hong Kong from the Ritz-Carlton in Kowloon was amazing, but that’s all we got to see of Hong Kong. We would love to go back and see what we missed!

  36. I just came back from a visit to Hong Kong! What a fabulous city! I love the skyline, the food and just the overall experience! I just wish Cathay Pacific flew out of Honolulu!!!

  38. Been on CX Premium Economy Between LA-HKG round trip, very enjoyable and pleasant flight, good service and good food. I love to go to Hongkong to eat, especially wonton noodle in Central and HK traditional food in Sham Shui Po.

  39. I was born in Hong Kong and left the city when I was one year old. I have no memory of the city. I would like to know the city I was born in and meet my aunts, uncles, and cousins who are still living there. To me, they are voices with names and no faces. My uncle would always tell me that there is no other cities like Hong Kong.

  43. I love traveling and I cannot imagine how wonderful it must be in Hong Kong. It’s on the bucket list.

  51. I have always wanted to Hong Kong! I wouldn’t mind visiting Hong Kong Disneyland or the
    Sheung Yiu Folk Museum. Thanks for the giveaway!

  56. My husband, NewsyDad, and I love to travel. However since having the kids and moving to Florida, the only traveling we’ve done is road trips to Disney, which we absolutely love. But it would be great to visit other countries together, learn more about their culture and experience their food!

  58. Me and my husband love to travel and geocache. I can’t think of a more interesting and romantic place to do both. It would be a dream come true to be able to go!!!

  60. I was almost sent to Hong Kong for my job but instead they sent me to Seoul, Korea. I was so disappointed that I didn’t get to go to Hong Kong.

  61. I’ve only had the pleasure of visiting Asia once (6 weeks in Hangzhou in graduate school). Since I was in a relatively rural area I’d love to experience a city!

  62. I’d certainly appreciate a BIG getaway with my husband now that I’ve got two littles at home!

  66. I want to go because I want to visit every place on the map….all the blue and green spots (and little white spots in between).

  73. I lived in Hong Kong about 30 years ago and wasn’t able to return until 2 years ago. This is one of my favorite cities and I really would like to return there before another 30 years passes.

  74. I have always wanted to visit the orient. My best friend was asian and taught me a lot about the culture and food. We were going to go togetherther but, she lost her battle with cancer a few years ago. I would still like to go as a tribute to her memory.

  79. My husband proposed to me in mainland China over 28 years ago. He bought me an engagement ring in Hong Kong on the way back to the US. Now, I’d like to return and take my 16 year old and show her just WHERE her Dad and I got hitched!

    It is a beautiful, wondrous place. Although I have not been there since the Brits gave it back to China?

  86. To see such a beautiful place is certainly on my Bucket List but you never know if you’ll make it there. Winning tickets would be the best gift to make sure you could check it off!

  91. I want to go to Hong Kong because I can! It is someplace neither I or my husband has ever been- it would make for an exciting second honeymoon

  93. I would like to go to Hong Kong because I was there in the 80’s but since the coma don’t remember that experience. My goal is to go where I have gone before to regain what I’ve lost.

  97. The food, the people and the mysteries are not anywhere else! I’ve always wanted to partake in this particular world.

  100. My husband and I have always dreamed of traveling to Hong Kong together. Kids, job changes and life happened first. Its been a grand adventure so far, but i would still love to visit together.

  102. Hong Kong is a vibrant Asian center that is beautiful and modern. It is unlike any other Asian city.

  103. I have never been outside of the United States so this would be a once in a lifetime opportunity.

  111. I’ve been twice and I’d LOVE to go again, and take my Todd, this time! HK is so much fun, and tis True; the shopping is GREAT*

  115. hong kong has always been a place Ive wanted to visit, its coulture goes way back, would love to win

  123. I’ve always wanted to see the Spring Lantern Festival or any other festival that celebrates Chinese culture. I think it would be such a great event to experience! I also want to visit the Nan Lian Garden and enjoy its tranquility and beauty. The kid in me also wants to visit the Disney Land in Hong Kong.

  124. I have always wanted to visit Hong Kong, and it would be such an amazing opportunity and experience.

  132. I want to go because I want to see how Hong Kong has changed since I lived there as a very young girl.

  134. Going to Hong Kong would be a great chance to see another part of the world. I haven’t had the opportunity to travel overseas before.

  137. Love visiting new countries and have never visited Hong Kong. Also, my 20th wedding anniversary is next year and this would be a great present for my husband.

  147. I’ve dreamed of travelling to Hong Kong since my husband had an opportunity to travel there for work several years ago. I would love an opportunity to take in the history and culture!

  148. My husband had a business trip to Hong Kong a number of years ago, and I’ve wanted to go every since after seeing the beautiful photos and hearing how lovely it is!

  151. omg i would love to go because i have been to alot of places but not hong kong i bet its amazing

  152. I would love to experience one of the Far East countries to enjoy such a different culture!

  154. The Far East has always seemed exotic and mystical, so would love to experience Hong Kong!

  155. Travel is one of the greatest pleasures in life for me, but I have never ventured too far from America. I would love to expand my horizons and explore Hong Kong! It’s been in the news so much recently, and I remember a high school teacher telling me how amazing it was there. Great giveaway!

  157. Would love to see the Giant Buddha at Po Lin Monastery. Everything I’ve read about the culture sounds so interesting!

  158. Would love to experience the culture of the Far East one day! And Hong Kong is supposed to have some fantastic places to see.

  159. I want to go because I want to experience a completely new and different culture. I want to see the world and of course Hong Kong is a part of it!

  161. I am fairly well traveled however I have yet to make it to Asia. Hong Kong would be a great place to start.

  162. I’ve dreamed of visiting Asia for years. Would love to start with Hong Kong and the Giant Buddha!

  163. I visited Hong Kong briefly as a child and I’ve always wanted to go back as an adult. The culture and city life is just so exciting.

  165. I love experiencing new cultures that I’ve never visited before. I’d love to visit Asia, and Hong Kong is at the top of my list!

  166. My husband had an opportunity to travel to Hong Kong a number of years ago. I love for him to take me there too in order to experience the culture and beautiful sites of Hong Kong!

  170. we have never been and this would an amazing opportunity thanks for this amazing chance best of luck to everyone

  172. I would love to go to Hong Kong for my birthday. I really need a vacation or at least escape for the rutine.
    R

  173. I am now retired and have the time to travel. I want to go to many places. But one of the most exciting is Hong Kong. I’m so excited and scared to travel that far. I want to see the city that I have heard so many interesting things about. Please let me go.

  178. Ever since I learned of the fabulous shopping, I have wanted to travel to Hong Kong to experience it for myself. Thank you for the opportunity!

  179. I’d like to go to Hong Kong because I haven’t been on a vacation in years.
    Thanks for the chance

  186. I want to go to Hong Kong because I’ve never been and I love seeing different places and people.

  190. I have never been that far eat, I think visiting Hong Kong would be a rich cultural experience.

  192. The Far East has always held such beauty and intrigue. Would love to travel there just once to experience the sights and culture!

  193. I’d like to visit Hong Kong to explore the culture, cuisine, and history. I’ve been there before, sort of. My mother visited Hong Kong while she was pregnant with me! It would be great to return and actually see Hong Kong with my own eyes and not just through mom’s pictures.

  194. My mom lived in Hong Kong as a child, and I would love to visit some of the places she talks about!

  195. I would love to take my daughter to Hong Kong because I would like for her to travel and have amazing childhood memories to remember. I am disabled and will probably never be able to afford to take her, so I will continue to enter these sweeps in hopes that someday I will win a trip and can start a memory book with my little one…this would be such a fun trip. 🙂

  197. My sister went to Hong Kong years ago. I have never been out of the country.This year she retired. I would like to take her back to Hong Kong with me. I also have a friend who grew up in Hong Kong. What tales she tells!! I would like to see her country.

  199. I would love to win this trip to hong kong because my fiance and I are getting married in July and we just had a baby and need a vacation just me and him! It would be a great honeymoon!

  203. I would love to visit Hong Kong for the food and culture. It’s very close to family as well!

  205. Hong Kong sounds like such a far-away exotic location! This will be my only chance to ever travel there, so I’m hoping for a win !

  207. I understand Hong Kong has a beautiful city skyline. Would love to stroll down the Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade there!

  209. I have always been interested in the local customs and culture in Hong Kong. I would love to be able to go over there and immerse myself in the culture.

  211. My friend is from Hong Kong and she told me all about it and how I need to go. 🙂 I would love to see all the amazing skyscrapers and try the food! 😀

  212. The Wong Tai Sin Temple is supposed to be the most famous temple in Hong Kong. Would love to see this one day!

  214. My husband had an opportunity to travel to Hong Kong on business years ago, but I’ve never seen it! Would love to get my chance!

  215. Would love to visit Hong Kong and the entire far east. So many interesting sites and locations. I understand Hong Kong has some fantastic must-see places to see!

  218. Not only would I love to see the sights and culture of Hong Kong, I’d love to experience Cathay Pacific Airlines. Have heard they are fantastic!

  220. Hong Kong has always seemed like a mystical, exotic place, but also lots of nightlife, interesting culture, and beautiful sights. Would love to visit one day!

  222. My husband visited Hong Kong years ago for business, and the only chance I’ll ever have to visit will be this contest from you and Cathay Pacific! I’ve seen lots of photos, now I’d like to see Hong Kong in person!

  223. I’ve wanted to visit Hong Kong since seeing The World of Suzie Wong when I was little. It made a big impression on me!

  225. Would really love to visit the giant Buddha site in Hong Kong! Peaceful and majestic.

  226. I (we) would love to go to Hong Kong for the experience of seeing how other people live. Seeing their culture first-hand is something many would enjoy. Oh my god the history from there that you actually would be able to experience. What more could one ask for before they are unable to get up and go.

  233. I would love to see Hong Kong’s real estate! I love the high rise buildings there so much!

  236. I’d love to visit Hong Kong and other areas in the Far East! Have seen beautiful photos of Hong Kong, Thailand, Cambodia, China, etc. that I can only dream of today!

  238. I would love to visit the Giant Buddha in Hong Kong. Various-sized Buddhas adorn my garden!

  241. I would love to visit the Giant Buddha in Hong Kong. A Buddha figure has such a serene and calming influence, which the world could use!

  242. I can’t believe it! Brad Little, my favorite Phantom of the Opera in the history of Phantoms is going to be donning the phantom mask again to perform in the Hong Kong production of Phantom! If I win this, you KNOW I’ll be front and center! I wrote Brad my first fan letter over a decade and a half ago and he has inspired me to pursue my dream of theater. I can’t think of anything more sensational than getting to see him in HONG KONG!

  246. I would really love to see the Giant Buddha in Hong Kong on Lantau Island. Would be my first visit to that part of the world!

  249. Would love to have an opportunity to experience cultures far away from the U.S. and see the beautiful sights of Hong Kong!

  250. The sights and culture of Hong Kong are supposed to be fantastic. Would love to see the Giant Buddha!

  251. I want to see the Giant Buddha in Hong Kong! And would love to experience the culture of that region of the world!

  252. I want to see the Giant Buddha on Lantau Island, the Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery, Kowloon Park, the Hong Kong Zoological & Botanical Gardens, and so many more!

  253. I’d love a trip to Hong Kong! It would be a great late honeymoon for me and my husband! thanks for the opportunity!

  255. I want to visit Hong Kong for a romantic trip with my husband. Would especially like to see the Giant Buddha.

  256. I want to see the Giant Buddha in Hong Kong, and visit the beautiful landscape. (I’d even like to visit Hong Kong Disney!)

  258. Who couldn’t use a fantastic get-away to a cool location like Hong Kong! I want to see the Giant Buddha!

  259. I want to see a far-away and unknown culture like Hong Kong, including the beautiful sights and scenes!

  260. I want to visit Hong Kong to see the Giant Buddha! Would be a great 20th Anniversary trip for my husband and me this summer when we celebrate!

  261. I want to visit Hong Kong to see the Giant Buddha, and then head to the shopping district!

  263. I would love to experience a culture so very different from the U.S. And I really want to see the Giant Buddha!

  266. I would love to make my first visit to Hong Kong to see the beautiful sights, enjoy the culture and local cuisine and shopping!

  268. I’d like to visit Hong Kong to experience their culture, food & shopping up close & personal! I’ve been reading up on Hong Kong, and there are so many great tourist sites to see!

  272. I have wanted to visit Hong Kong ever since I was young and read Noble House, Hong Kong seems like such a place of experiences and adventure!

  276. I want to visit the wonderful shopping areas of Hong Kong, and I want to see the Giant Buddha!

  278. A trip to Hong Kong would be beyond amazing! I think it is import for people to travel to other places and learn about different cultures. That can teach you more than any book or magazine. Plus, going to Hong Kong would be a great graduation present. BTW I am single and do most of my traveling solo, so I wouldn’t mind sharing the prize with someone else on here if I won 🙂

  280. Would love to win these and surprise my husband for our 20th anniversary this year. It would be the honeymoon we never had. I’d love to ride the ferry and take in the skyline and ride the tram of to the peak and see it again 🙂

  281. I need a vacation to an exotic, exciting, far-away place! (And I’d love to check out the SHOPPING!)

  283. The only way I’ll make it to Hong Kong in my lifetime is courtesy of Champagne Living and Cathay Pacific! Would love to see the sights and culture of such an exotic location!

  294. I would love to travel to Hong Kong to see the sights, enjoy the local cuisine, meet new people, and go shopping!

  297. i want to go to Hong Kong because i really love disney and after i win i think it feels a happily ever after for me

  298. I’d love to visit Hong Kong for the local culture, meeting new people, seeing the beautiful sights, and shopping!

  301. I want to travel the world one day. A trip to Hong Kong on Cathay Pacific would be a great way to start! The beautiful landscape, the culture, the food, the people, the shopping!

  303. I would really love to experience the Hong Kong culture, people, sight seeing, shopping, and food!

  305. I want to visit the Giant Buddha exhibit in Hong Kong! And of course there’s the shopping, food, beautiful landscapes, and local culture!

  307. It would be fun to visit Hong Kong Disneyland! That is, after the sightseeing and shopping!

  309. I have been entering this contest for months…every day. My total of number of entries never goes past 16. Whats up ?

  310. I would love to visit Hong Kong to see it first-hand. I’ve seen beautiful photos of several amazing sights, and would especially like to see the Giant Buddha, the shopping, the culture, and the food!

  313. I would love to win a trip to Hong Kong for my first trip to the other side of the world! Lots of great shopping, food, culture, and sights to see!

  316. I’d love to see the sights & culture of Hong Kong from Cathay Pacific! It’s a part of the world that I will otherwise never see!

  317. I want to go there again! Hong Kong is one of my fave country because it’s youthful, vibrant and fun! I am always fascinated with the views I saw from the moment that plane arrived until it departed. It is a beautiful country!

  319. Would love to visit Hong Kong to experience that part of the world! So many things to see for the first time!

  321. I’ve heard wonderful things about the fantastic shopping in Hong Kong! Would love to bring home some great souvenirs and gifts for my family! Plus the sights, culture & food!

  323. I would love to visit Hong Kong to see that part of the world for the first time! Sounds like there are countless wonderful things to see and do there. And maybe a side trip to China or Macau or Taiwan!

  324. It would be so much fun to experience China with my husband and make new memories together.

  326. Have never been to Hong Kong or anywhere in that part of this big world! Would love to see the sights, meet the people, and enjoy the culture, food, and shopping!

  328. Hong Kong has been on my bucket list for years! Would love to see the city and experience the culture !

  330. My husband got to visit Hong Kong years ago on a business trip, so have always wanted my chance to visit this beautiful country and learn all about Hong Kong!

  333. Would love to visit a far-away exotic location like Hong Kong to see all the beautiful sights, try all the local cuisine, and visit all the shops!

  335. A trip to Hong Kong via Cathay Pacific would be exciting! I’ve heard Cathay Pacific is super classy airline who make the travel a pleasure. And then all the exciting things to see and do in Hong Kong after arrival! Would love to win this wonderful trip to Hong Kong!

  336. I would love to win a trip to Hong Kong because otherwise I’m sure I would never get an opportunity to travel to this part of the world! I understand Hong Kong has wonderful sights, wonderful food, and wonderful shopping!

  339. I would love to visit Hong Kong and that part of the world for the first time. Have never had many opportunities to travel outside the U.S., other than Canada and Mexico, so travel to Hong Kong would be so exciting! I want to see the Giant Buddha!

  341. I just want to experience a far-away exotic location. Hong Kong sounds so interesting!

  342. I’d love to visit Hong Kong to learn about a country so far away, enjoy the sights, food, and shopping!

  343. Take me away to an exotic country on the other side of the world! I need an exciting vacation!

  344. Would love to visit the shopping districts of Hong Kong. Have heard wonderful things!

  345. Who doesn’t need a vacation from work! And how great to visit a country like Hong Kong with so many interesting things to see!

  346. It would be FAB if I won the tickets with Cathy airlines. I am dreaming of traveling to Hong Kong when I am studying abroad and Macau and the flights would really help subsidize the cost of being on exchange! Good luck to everyone 🙂

  347. I’d love to visit Hong to see the Giant Buddha and all the other beautiful sites in Hong Kong. I’ve heard the shopping, culture and food are also great. And Cathay Airlines is supposed to be a wonderful airline too!

  349. Hong Kong would be an exciting vacation destination for any of us who have never travelled to the other side of the world! Would like to try to food, shopping, and local culture!

  351. It’s been quite some time since I’ve had a nice vacation. Hong Kong would be a one-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see that part of the world!

  353. I have been to Hong Kong for vacation once and it is Amazing! I would love the chance to return.

  354. What a wonderful thing it would be to visit Hong Kong courtesy of Cathay Pacific! Would love the chance to see this part of the world for the first time!

  357. Hong Kong would be an interesting place to visit, it is on my list of places I would like to see.

  359. Recently lost my wonderful father-in-law. Loss of a loved one reminds us to tell your family your love them every day, and to live life to the fullest. Would love to visit Hong Kong via Cathay Pacific and take my wonderful mother-in-law with us!

  361. Would love to visit Hong Kong because it’s a place I’m sure it’s so very different than the U.S. Would love to spend time there to learn the culture and enjoy the sights, food, and shopping!

  364. Last chance to fulfill my dreams of visiting Hong Kong via Cathay Pacific! I would enjoy experiencing the culture, the beautiful landscapes, the museums and exhibits, and the wonderful food!

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