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Aside from yummy dimsum and the shopping districts, families can't wait to visit Hong Kong because of this reason alone: Hong Kong Disneyland Resort!
Hong Kong is one of the last countries to loosen their international border control for tourists due to the global pandemic. In December 2022, Hong Kong removed mandatory hotel quarantine for international tourists.
Being the nearest Disneyland to the Philippines plus the lack of visa requirement, kids and kids at heart are more than excited. After three years, Hong Kong Disneyland Resort is now accessible once again. With some new attractions and a new castle, many Filipinos did not hesitate to pack their bags and book tickets to fly and see Mickey Mouse in person.
We rounded up just some of the celebrities who already visited Hong Kong Disneyland, as soon as it opened--some spending only twelve hours in Hong Kong before flying back home!
Families Visit Hong Kong Disneyland
Andi Manzano
As early as December 26, 2022, Andi Manzano, husband GP, plus their two daughters Amelia and Olivia flew to Hong Kong. Their excitement for the reopening was evident as they flew from Manila at 4AM and went straight to Disneyland after settling down in Disneyland Hotel.
In a vlog they shared that it was their family’s tradition to go to Hong Kong Disneyland yearly, but was stopped due to the pandemic. They took the ‘easy’ itinerary since Andi is pregnant with their third child and spent two days at the park. The first day, the family enjoyed the sit-down shows like Moana and The Lion King. On their second day, the two girls experienced the Bibbidi Bobbidi Boutique Princess Transformation, where they became princesses for a day and even met with a Disney princess.
Watch their family's vlog here:
Team Kramer
Like Andi Manzano and family, Doug Kramer said in their vlog that it’s also a tradition for them to go to Hong Kong Disneyland Resort yearly. Clearly missing the tradition, Cheska And Doug Kramer brought all their family members to Hong Kong as soon as it opened. They spent the early days of January 2023 in Hong Kong, strolling around the streets, and of course, enjoying the theme park.
Gavin, the couple’s youngest child, had a breakthrough overcoming his fears as he rode The Grizzly Gulch (like a roller coaster) more than once!
Watch the Team Kramer Hong Kong Disneyland vlog here:
Patrick and Nikka Garcia
Joining Team Kramer are their siblings Patrick and Nikka Garcia, with all four of their children and house members. Their daughters also underwent princess transformations, but didn't withdraw from the extreme rides. With four strollers in tow, Nikka Garcia said in an Instagram post that it’s all worth it, “More than 12hrs in Disneyland! Tired but extremely happy! Oh, the thing we would do for our babies! Don’t you agree? What a fun trip this has been!”
Elisse Joson
Amid rumors about her relationship with McCoy de Leon, Elisse Joson flew to Hong Kong with her daughter Felize and her mom. In an Instagram post, Elisse wrote, "Welcome to the happiest place on earth, Felize."
And indeed, it was magical! The awe on Felize's face says it all!
Kelly Misa-Fernandez
Former model now content creator and a momma influencer, Kelly Misa also flew to Hong Kong with her husband and seven year old son, Tristan.
She said in a comment in her Instagram post, “The best time to go is now, not as many people yet,” referring to the number of tourists in Hong Kong.
Aside from Hong Kong Disneyland, the family of three also enjoyed other tourist spots in Hong Kong like the Ngong Ping cable car and village.
Bea Alonzo
The veteran actress brought her whole family to Hong Kong Disneyland Resort just right after Valentine’s Day. Bea Alonzo traveled with her whole family with her two nephews, and as always, Disneyland is more magical with the kids’ reaction.
In an Instagram post, she shared a series of family photos in Disneyland Hotel, at the park, and videos of the famous fireworks at the newly renovated castle.
Maine Mendoza and Arjo Atayde
The soon-to-be-married celebrity couple Maine Mendoza and Arjo Atayde leveled up their Valentine date and spent only 12 hours in Hong Kong! All for the love of Disneyland!
Like she always does, Maine shared a photo of them onboard an extreme ride, the Hyperspace Mountain. She made sure to give a poker face while Arjo seems to be either laughing or screaming, just like their previous viral photo. We don’t know how Maine does it, but maybe next time we'll try maintaining a poker face while riding the space shuttle, too!
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