Ch.10: Trends in Recreation & Leisure

1.    Increase in demand of elderly recreational activities

As Hong Kong is facing aging population, there will be more people in older ages. Also, as many of them have relatively high disposable income. They will demand the less active recreation activities, such as gardening and golfing.

2.    More playgroups of children

s Hong Kong is a international city, the competition between the new generation is becoming more keen. As a result, many parents want to train and educate their children’s at their early age, some even few months old. The playground’s objective is letting the children learn from the games. So there will be more playgroups of children, even babies.

3.    More “green” recreation with high quality and safety

People in Hong Kong has a high education level, they seek for the recreation which is environment friendly. Also, as they have a relatively higher disposable income, they want to use the high quality facilities. Safety will be also concerned.