About PATA

The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) is a not-for-profit membership association dedicated to advancing a meaningful Pacific Asia tourism economy. Guided by its mission to share knowledge, enable networking, and protect tourism economy assets through innovation, collaboration, and adaptability, PATA brings together governments, industry leaders, academia, and communities to drive positive, lasting change. Established in 1951 and headquartered in Bangkok. For more information about PATA, please visit https://www.pata.org

About Us

The PATA Hong Kong SHTM Student Chapter stands as the first PATA Student Chapter in Hong Kong. Its mission is to connect student members with the latest trends in tourism and hospitality, equipping them to face industry challenges and helping them build robust careers after graduation.

Since its establishment in 2013, the chapter has successfully organized a variety of activities, both independently and in collaboration with PATA Headquarters and other PATA Chapters. These activities include seminars, site visits, and internships—providing members with unique opportunities to gain valuable industry exposure and network with professionals globally.

Notably, the chapter has been recognized with the 2025 Student Chapter Awards: Trailblazer Award, highlighting its dedication to fostering student engagement in the tourism and hospitality sectors.

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Enquiries

For general enquiries, please contact us through our email:
polyuyoungpata@gmail.com

Alternatively, you may also reach us on our social media or approach our Faculty Advisor or any of our Executive Committee Members.

Faculty Advisor:

Dr Neil LI

Faculty Advisor
Tel: +852 3400-2167
Fax: +852 2362-9362
Email: neilhengyun.li@polyu.edu.hk

Executive Committee Members (2025/2026):