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Travel Asia, Hong Kong
Latitude
22 20 N Longitude 114 11E
By: T360
Travel Group Staff
Hong
Kong is simply dazzling. Experience the distinctive blend of East
and West in this dynamic city. Feel the rush as you indulge in shopping. Savour
culinary delicacies. Open your senses to
Hong Kong's
amazing skyline, bustling harbour and peaceful countryside. Come discover the
diversity and sophistication that is
Hong Kong. You'll love it
With its
intriguing blend of East and West, with its Chinese roots and British colonial
heritage, and its ultra modern sophistication and ancient traditions, Hong Kong
is one of the most diverse and exciting cities in the world. What's more, it's
also one of the most convenient and comfortable destinations for mature
visitors.
Visitors
from most countries can enter
Hong Kong
without a visa for periods of seven days to six months, depending on
nationality. Check with any Chinese embassy or consulate for the latest status.
Hong Kong
is compact, so visitors are never too far from shopping and major sights.
Hong Kong
also has an excellent transportation system so visitors can easily reach other
areas, no matter where they stay. Most hotels are located in the heart of the
city, in Central, Wan Chai and
Causeway
Bay
on Hong Kong Island and in Tsim Sha Tsui and Tsim Sha Tsui East in
Kowloon.
There are also a growing number of resort-style hotels in the New Territories
that offer relaxing alternatives.
Hong
Kong is an all-year-round destination. It enjoys a mild climate
from the middle of September to the end of February, while the weather from May
to mid-September is rather warm and humid.
Eighty per
cent of Hong Kong's precipitation occurs between May and September, with August
registering the highest rainfall
Public
transportation via bus, ferry or train is efficient, relatively inexpensive and
user-friendly. The system covers extension areas of
Hong Kong
with signs in English and Chinese.
Most
restaurants will levy a 10 per cent service charge but waiters will expect to be
given some loose change. Restaurants that don't add a service charge will expect
a 10 per cent tip. However, tipping is left to your discretion. Bellboys,
porters, restroom attendants and taxi drivers will happily accept loose change
Most
hotels have Internet access. You can also access the Internet for free at many
coffee shops, large shopping malls, major MTR stations and public libraries in
town. For people bringing their laptops to
Hong Kong,
Wireless Broadband service is common at major shopping malls and coffee shops.
Hong
Kong is one of the safest cities in the world even at night, when
people may walk alone with confidence. English is widely spoken. There will be
no problems in communicating with people in most hotels, restaurants and even
some taxis.
Lovers
are spoilt for choice in Hong Kong. Romantic days might start with a champagne
breakfast in a luxurious hotel room or suite with a stunning view. Many
establishments offer special honeymoon packages that include little luxuries
such as limousine service, flower and fruit
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