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HK Express and KLOOK Partner to Launch U-Explore

Hong Kong, 21 Jul, 2017

Hong Kong’s low-fare airline HK Express and local online travel activities booking platform KLOOK are excited to announce a promising new partnership today. The two fast-growing companies have teamed up to launch U-Explore, an online travel activities planning tool that allows HK Express guests high flexibility in booking tours, experiences, theme park visits, airport transfers and Wi-Fi device rentals before taking off or after arriving in the destination for their next vacation.

The companies announced the formation of the innovative travel activities booking platform today (19 July 2017) at the annual Hong Kong Book Fair taking place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. As KLOOK’s first strategic airline partner, HK Express aims to provide end-to-end travel services and value-added experiences for its guests. Meanwhile, KLOOK tracks down unique, memorable and budget-friendly activities and services around the region, curating them on its intuitive interface.

>With KLOOK’s expertise, HK Express guests can simultaneously enjoy savings on their travel activities and enrich every trip. The online travel activities booking platform offers an easy-to-use platform, discounted rates, and loads of travel inspiration. Whether looking for an authentic kimono experience in Japan, discounted Lotte World passes in Seoul, a spa retreat in Phuket, a visit of Jeonggeo Wall Painting Village in Busan, or a crowd-free ride through Angkor Wat in Siem Reap, travellers can book KLOOK’s curated destination experiences through a hyperlink to HK Express’ U-Explore website (www.klook.com/hkexpress)  upon purchase of HK Express air tickets via the airline’s official website (www.hkexpress.com) or mobile app.

 HK Express is thrilled to partner with KLOOK to launch U-Explore, as part of our continued efforts to provide guests with value-added services and experiences, says Andrew Cowen, Director and CEO of HK Express. With our growing line-up of ancillary services, we aim to ensure our guests’ travel needs are met every step of the way. 

To celebrate, HK Express is launching “Fly-Out-For-HKD1*” deals on flights to 21 destinations across its network, including Tokyo-Haneda and Narita, Osaka-Kansai, Nagoya, Ishigaki, and more. This amazing sale runs from now until 21 July (23:59), valid for travel between 28 August 2017 and 30 June 2018.

>What’s more? KLOOK is offering “Buy 1 Get 1 Free**” deals on selected U-Explore attractions in Japan. The promotion includes a limited quantity of tickets to several sought-after activities, covering Universal Studios Japan Ticket (1 Day Pass), Sanrio Harmonyland Admission Ticket, Legoland ® Japan 1 Day Pass, Kansai Thru Pass and Osaka Amazing Pass. Promo codes will be announced on U-Explore webpage (www.klook.com/hkexpress).

 By combining the most popular Hong Kong flight routes with the best curated in-destination experiences and services, KLOOK and HK Express are leading the travel market, says Eric Gnock Fah, KLOOK’s Co-Founder & President. KLOOK completes the picture, by making it easier and faster than ever to book travel experiences and services. 

* Price does not include taxes and other government imposed taxes and fees. Terms and conditions apply.
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Photo Caption: Andrew Cowen, Director and CEO of HK Express, joined hands with Eric Gnock Fah, Co-Founder & President of KLOOK, to celebrate the launch of their strategic partnership today.