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Hong Kong, the Oriental Pearl, is simply amazing!
It would be hard to find a more exciting city than Hong Kong. Set among beautiful natural surroundings it has all the benefits of a thriving and vibrant commercial center. Here you can find the delights of modern living alongside an abundance of reminders of its historic past. Whether you visit the better known highlights like the stunning Ocean Park, the fantastic viewpoint of Victoria Peak or the beautiful Repulse Bay, Hong Kong is certain to exceed your expectations.
Hong Kong, a Special Administrative Region of PRC, has grown from what was a simple fishing village into the world's fourth largest banking and financial center and eighth largest trading economy. Situated in the southeast corner of China, Hong Kong occupies an area of 1,104 square kilometers (about 426 square miles) and is home to more than 6,970,000 people. Most people (about 97% of the population) are Chinese and speak Cantonese and English, although Mandarin is becoming more popular in Hong Kong now. Most tourism personnel and taxi drivers can communicate with tourists in English. The most common religions are Buddhism and Christianity.
Hong Kong is made up of four parts: Hong Kong Island, Kowloon Peninsula, the New Territories and the Outlying Islands. Hong Kong Island is the center of economy, politics, entertainment and shopping. Northern Hong Kong Island is the main commercial, shopping and entertainment area; the residential area is located in Eastern Hong Kong Island; and Southern Hong Kong Island known for its sea shores and bays. Kowloon is another flourishing part of Hong Kong. Above all, Causeway Bay, Wan Chai , Tsim Sha Tsui, Yau Ma Tei and Mong Kok are the most popular areas. These areas are busy day and night, and tourists can feel secure enjoying the lively nightlife, because Hong Kong is one of the most secure cities in the world. The New Territories and Outlying Islands are ideal places to experience a peaceful and natural Hong Kong.
An open city with a wonderful natural harbor, Hong Kong is the meeting place of various cultures that blend harmoniously with Chinese traditions and exotic influences. On one hand traces of British culture can be found everywhere as a result of former colonial rule. On the other hand, Hong Kong preserves traditional customs and the core values of Confucianism that have faded in Mainland China. This is reflected in its colorful festivals ranging from Spring Festival to Christmas. Nowhere else on earth do luxury restaurants, street side food-stalls known locally as dai pai dong, grand mansions and penthouses, tenements, office blocks, wooden boats and huge liners coupled with English in a variety of accents and multifarious Chinese dialects coexist peacefully.
It is the dynamic Hong Kong that provides the environment in which the richest Chinese listed in Forbes directory do business. The city also is the backdrop for modern movies and pop music that together enjoy worldwide recognition. Home of Kongfu heroes like the late Bruce Lee and Jackie Chan, Hong Kong continues to attract more and more ambitious would-be stars and entrepreneurs.
From Yum Cha (tea and dim sum) in the morning to a moon lit view from the top of Victoria Peak or stunning night time harbor cruise, mingling with shoppers in the numerous malls and markets around Tsim Sha Tsui , tasting delicacies at dai pai dong, taking a trip in a sampan or high speed ferry, Hong Kong will guarantee its visitors an unforgettable experience. There will always be something to enchant you and quite probably make you fall in love with this unique place, be it sightseeing, shopping, dining or simply exploring its many delights by day and night.
If there is no other reason why people from the world over are so interested in this island, the answer is likely to be 'because it is there!' Don't wait any longer. Join us and explore this wonderland for yourself!
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Travelers' Voices on Hong Kong
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Nov. 7,2009 18:10 Reply
Ms.priya (india) said:
hi!
we are a group of 23 people we are intend to visit 2 nights hong kong and 2 nights macau can you please guide us with places to visit and we are looking at 4 start hotels to stay in hongkong and venitian in macau can you suggest some good hotels which are centrally located in hongkong .and we would like to know if there are any indian vegetarian resturants close to the hotels .
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Nov. 4,2009 12:55 Reply
Ms.IVYLIM(Singapore) said:
Hi
My whole family, 3 adults & 2 children are going to hong kong this 9th Nov. This is our first time there and would like to ask a few questions:
1. From hong kong airport, what is the fastest & cheapest method to get to Disney Hollywood hotel? Can luggages able to enter the train or bus?
2. When we checkout we will head to Royal Plaza hotel, what is the fastest & cheapest way to get there from Disney hollywood hotel?
3. From Royal Plaza hotel we will stay 3 nights, can we cover Ocean Park, ladies market, Temple street, victoria park and Tsuen Wan Park? Sorry abit greedy thinking if it is possible to cover so many places in 3 days?
4. From Royal Plaza hotel, how do we get to Ocean Park, will we be lost not knowing how to go back? Is it near to MTR?
5. When we finish view Ocean Park, which is the must see tourist attraction nearer to Ocean Park? Kindly advise how to travel.
6. If we take bus or take train, do we need to buy a one way MTR card or a permanent train or bus card to travel cheaply?
7. How is the weather in November? is a normal sweater enough to keep warm?
8. By the way, is it a must to give tipping when we check in the hotel? how much tipping?
9. Are there any night market nearby Royal Plaza hotel, what time do the night market close? Is it safe to roam about at wee hours?
10. Last but not least, what is the travelling time to travel from Royal Plaza hotel to the hong kong airport?
Thank you thank you very very much for anyone who can help :)
Nov. 4,2009 21:35
Mr.Shan replied:
1. you could hire a cab driving to the Disneyland Hotel directly with a fare of about HKD120. Pleae use the cab in blue color.
2. please use the metro from Disneyland to get to Mong Kok directly. The journey is about 35 minutes and costs HKD18/adult and HKD9/child. Exit from the metro station, you would walk to the hotel in 10 minutes or hire a cab driving you there quickly.
3. yes, you could visit these place in 3 days easily. One day one park, and go to the Temple Street at night. The Ladies Market is also close to the hotel, so you could go there anytime.
4. From Mong Kok station, you could take the metro to get to Admiralty directly in 10 minutes. Choose the Exit B, you could catch the bus 629 to arrive at the Ocean Park directly, vice versa.
5. it is suggested that you take the 620 back to Central after visiting the Ocean Park. At Central, you could take the Peak Tram to visit the Victorial Peak.
6. since you will not stay in HK for a long time, no need to purchase the Octopus Card (a permanent card you mention). Just purchase the bus or train tickets when you use it.
7. It is warm here, so a thin sweater or jacket is enough. Usually, locals wears short-sleeves shirts as well.
8. it will be kind to tip the porter HKD5 when you check in.
9. I think you have found the night market-Temple Street, which is the most famous in HK. It is open from 20:00 until the next 06:00. Please take it easy that the security is ensured.
10. if you use the free bus to Kowloon from the hotel and then take the Airport Express to HKIA, please prepare 1~1.5 hours.
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Nov. 4,2009 09:35 Reply
Ms.dulce(phils) said:
were planning to go to hongkong from singapore, is it possible to take a train from there? How much would it possibly cost?
Nov. 4,2009 21:16
Mr.Shan replied:
Do you mean taking a train from Singapore to Hong Kong? I'm afraid that you have to use a flight only.
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Nov. 4,2009 10:16 Reply
Ms.Mitch(Philippines) said:
Hi, me and my friend will be travelling to Hongkong from July 14-22,2010. We are 5 in tour and don't really have any idea where to stay and still researching places to visit. With the length pf stay we will have, how much do you think should we prepare,including entrance fees,ferry fares and hotels. By the way, the site is really helpful.
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Nov. 3,2009 22:40 Reply
Ms.Nur Ally(Singapore) said:
Hi there,
Will be in Hong Kong from 13/12/09 till 17/12/09.
Will like to stay in hotel that's near shopping area with a decent surroundings.
Hopefully with area easily available Halal food as we're Muslims.
Will be there with 2 grown up children age 20 & 25.
Will love to go shopping and sight seeing.
Any suggestions?
Nov. 4,2009 03:37
Ms.Sisley replied:
Well, I think you could find a hotel located in Tsim Sha Tsui or Wan Chai, both of which are good places for shopping and dining. On the other hand, the supported transportation is covenient, too. Here is a list for your reference: http://www.travelchinaguide.com/hotel/hong-kong-hotels.htm
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Nov. 3,2009 21:56 Reply
Ms.THESS(Philippines) said:
hi,i would like to go to hongkong these november 12-14, i want to stay in Wingsing hotel, is it nearby mongkok, night shopping?
Nov. 4,2009 00:58
Ms.Sisley replied:
This hotel is located in Yau Ma Tei, very close to the night marke of the Temple of Street.
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Nov. 3,2009 05:07 Reply
Mr.S DHARAN(Oman) said:
We are residents of Muscat and plan to visit Hong Kong during this November last week to December 1st week 2009. Please advise how to get Hong Kong visa from the Sultanate of Oman along with the visit visa obtaining period and cost per person.
Thanks
Nov. 3,2009 21:44
Ms.Sisley replied:
I think you could refer to the introduction about HK Visa at http://www.travelchinaguide.com/embassy/visa/hongkong.htm
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Nov. 3,2009 04:14 Reply
Mrs.Irene(Malaysia) said:
I plan to go Hongkong with my Husband and 2 childrens(5yrs & 11 yrs). Pls recomment a nice & cheap hotel for 4 of us to stay for 5 nights. And we plan to go Disneyland, Ocean Park & Macau as well, and we prefer a hotel with good transport.
Nov. 3,2009 21:41
Ms.Sisley replied:
Hi, I think you could stay in the Disneyland Hotel for the first night. The hotel allows four peopel at a room. On the other hand, you will get free tickets to the park in the next day again.
Considering you will visit Ocean Park and Macau, I think you could find a hotel located in Hong Kong Island for the other four nights. Here are some reference for you: L'Hotel Causeway Bay Harbour View Hong Kong, the Conrad Hong Kong and the JW Marriott Hotel Hong Kong.
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Nov. 2,2009 20:12 Reply
Mr.Azlina(Brunei) said:
Dear Mr Jerry,
We are Going to shenzhen as soon as we landed in hong kong, using a bus would be nice.. how much does it cost? and where is the nice place to stay with affordable cost? i would like to go to a place that sells crocs, handbags and IT & MObile product. Can i Have the addresses. Thank You
Nov. 3,2009 21:11
Ms.Sisley replied:
Well, at HK Airport, you could take a direct bus to reach Shenzhen promptly. The bus schedule could be searched at http://www.hongkongairport.com/eng/
Which part of Shenzhen would you like to stay? In Shenzhen, you could find cheap hostels to star-rated hotels easily. Here is a list for your reference: http://www.travelchinaguide.com/hotel/shenzhen-hotels.htm
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Nov. 2,2009 06:37 Reply
Ms.jane(philippines) said:
i just want to ask , we plan to go to hong kong in march . we want to go to shen zhen and macau, can you give us suggestion. what place we go first and take what kind of transportation and how much it will cost? 1 day can be each place or 2 day. in macau and shen zhen where should we go ? will need to apply visa this 2 places and 1 to 2 days duration.
do you know where is the afforadable and nice hostel in mongkok ? how much eash day ?
thanks
Nov. 3,2009 21:01
Ms.Sisley replied:
You need a China Visa to visit Shenzhen, but non-visa is required to visit Macau.
From Hong Hong to Macau: you could take a ferry at HK-Macau Ferry Terminal and then return by ferry as well in one day. Alternatively, you could stay one night in Macau to experience its nightlife.
From Hong Kong to Shenzhen: you could apply for an onsite visa to visit the Speical Economic Zone in Shenzhen at the Luohu Port between these two cities. From downtown HK, you could take a metro to reach Luohu directly, and then return to HK before 24:00 at night.
As for Hotel, you could consider the Casa Hotel, the Tatami Hampton Hotel and the Anne Black-YWCA. The fare is about HKD300~500/night.