Its months of delay but still try to post here with free time to share
experience and info :)
At the airport, good to go...
First shopping place at Tung Chung when arrived with luggage!
Well it is more on the way from airport as it is only about 15 mins bus journey or just 1-2 train stops from HK airport.
Met my family and had yummy dim sum lunch....then took bus to the hotel.
Moving into the jungle of tall buildings...
While waiting for seats to the Yummy steamboat...
Family picture taken by the little nephew hahaa...that explains why we are laughing this way cos we had doubts.
Waited for 45 minutes!
Hungry men are angry men...
Where can it make customers wait for so long?
Hong Kong Restaurant Tao Heung 稻香
http://www.taoheung.com.hk/en/brands/tao_heung_tao_square/index.html
稻香 has really yummy dishes and steamboat...
Do try if you visit HK.
Do try if you visit HK.
My cosy little bed :)
If you do not mind the distance and need a room to accomodate one whole family like us!
Harbour Plaza it is!
At its rate, services of the serviced suite that I am glad...
- In-suite refrigerator, microwave oven, and electronic safe
- Full Pantry with cooking utensils, dining sets and electric kettle
- Housekeeping services (3 times a week)
- Use of swimming pool (seasonal hours), fitness centre, steam and sauna
- Regular towel and linen service and room maintainence
- Special rate for hotel shuttle bus service to the Airport and Tsim Sha Tsui
- Free wireless broadband in main lobby
DAY 2
Alittle chilly at times during this time.
Light apparel of the day...
Alittle chilly at times during this time.
Light apparel of the day...
Lovely sight being animal lover..
Spotted the ice cream van
Travelled around by bus is really convenient in HK if you get more info of travel guide.
I love the bus as it is not too crowded and lovely sight of HK scenery is almost everywhere..
H AND M !
Delay no more sounds like a direct verbal translation in English of the very 'popular' cantonese vulgar.
It is harmless to know but better not to learn :p
They love this culture so much that it has been made into a HK local brand.
Moving out of the mall and towards breezy sightseeing location.
I think staying in Tsim Sha Tsui is still much more convenient of shopping and sightseeing locations within walking distance.
We got so excited and stayed on awhile to see if we can spot our favorite stars!
But it was too crowded and shorties always have more disadvantage in such situation.
Moving away the Star Ferry terminal to get some lao po bin and dinner!
We were so full but
sis in law recommended us this dessert which was just a the corner of our dining location.
It is basically chin chow with lotsa fresh fruits and it was not cheap...
about S$12 for the take away.
Between 涼粉 (Liang Fun) = Chin chow or Grass Jelly
B仔涼粉
As I am not sure of the full address in English...you could access their site for map if keen to try :)
We kinda looking like refugee haha..
Even the tot has his own backpack & luggage. Looking so cute.
But it is quite expensive to take taxi for long distance
and we could always set off earlier for airport bus :)
My love for HK grows more each time I go to tag along with my brother..
Being a Singaporean, no one would like overcrowded and would be more particular about cleanliness and hygiene.
BUT
Why my loves for HK ...
1. Views
Harbour view, sea peeps, green view, open view - which are common in HK. The harbour, or a cityscape of twinkling lights at night, the views from buidlings in HK are amazing.
2. The Lights
Hong Kong is truly a city that never gets dark with so much ambient light and they are spectacular. Many buildings seem to have been designed with the purpose of entertaining the residents and tourists.
Hong Kong at night is breathtaking.
3. Congee
Congee…
You will eat dish and scream all over Hong Kong. Yum!!
4. Dim Sum
Only later then I understand that the literal translation of ‘dim sum’ is “touch the heart”.
These tiny morsels of food in HK is especially good! One drawback is that dim sum restaurants are often huge, incredibly noisy places – But all part of the experience though!
5. Roast Meat (Cha Siew)
It is the best tasting meat found in HK!
And the guy behind the counter with the cleaver can chop a duck or slab of pork quicker than you can say "Cha Siew" always amaze me...
6. 7-11s
These superb convenience stores are everywhere.
After a search, understand there should be more than six hundred 7-11s in Hong Kong and if you do not visit an area for a while, do not be suprised if, when you return, a new 7-11 has opened up. In Hong Kong these stores also sell cheap alcohol. You are never more than a block away from a cold beer or ice cream.
7. Late Night Shopping
When are you free to shop? A. only late?
The shops in Hong Kong open late and stay open later. But don't start shopping at ten in the morning as most shops are still shut. But at ten at night, there’s no problem whatsoever. The rest of the world could learn that one of the reasons why Hong Kong is a shoppers’ paradise is because the shops STAY OPEN.
8. Markets
Markets can be categorized into two main types in Hong Kong – goods markets and wet markets.
There are markets selling all kind of goods – cheap clothes, handbags, watches, fake designer wear, souvenirs. Stanley Market on Hong Kong’s South side is a must-see for foreigners to Hong Kong. Temple Street night market has a wonderful atmosphere and Mong Kok market could be good to shop too for ladies..
9. Trams
One of the best value rides in Hong Kong – costing a total of $2-$3.
The trams trundle along along Kong Island, from Western district, all the way to North Point. Not for fast ride, but cheap and atmospheric. Sitting up top, at the front as the tram jolts along is truly an experience. Amazingly, the trams used to run along the waterfront. And the tramlines haven’t been moved, that’s reclamation that’s separating the tram from the sea now
10. Exchange rate
Who doesnt love more if exchange rate is beneficial to you, it just make almost everything of your desired cheaper.
Especially it has been good for sometimes and it is still now. Yeah!
Hong Kong Hong Kong
No wonder it is you are the Pearl of the OrientYou will always be :)
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