Simply Hong Kong
Hong Kong is a very attractive shopping destination. These tips are suitable for those who wants to optimize their budget in scanning through Hong Kong, not only for shopping but as a general tourist destination. Who says tha Hong Kong is expensive?
As Chinese island formerly leased by the British Kingdom, Hong Hong offers an interesting blend of East meet West. But its also represents modern wave of more than just business but also amusement, including the Disneyland.
Activity
One hour legendary cruise on a junk, traditionally known as Duk Ling, can be enjoyed for free only by taking your passport to Hong Kong Tourism Board. Heart pumping horse race can be found at Happy Valley and Sha Tin, ticket is HK$10, bet starts from $10. On every Thursday you can scan interesting museums for free. Don’t forget to also visit temples.
Shopping
At Mong Kok area you can find unlimited array of fashion products. Specific for women you can go to Ladies Market, Tung Choi Street. Electronic appliances and used cell phones can be found along Temple Street. Various products can be found at Wan Chai Market, the largest marketplace on the island. On Stanley Market Street you can find souvenir products, whilst for antique you should try Cat Market, Uper Lascar Row, Sheung Wan.
Dining
Whilst it is a bit expensive, Jumbo Floating Restaurant is a must to visit for various delicious seafood dishes. HK$100 for lunch and HK$350 for dinner per pax. Shum Wan Pier Drive, Wong Chuk Hang, Aberdeen. Tel. 852 – 2553 9111. Mak Siu Kee offers delicious traditional wonton for HK$24. 174B Electric Rd., Tin Hau, Tel. 852 – 2989 1638. Mei Mei has delicious and cheap dumpling. 88 Lai Chi Kok Rd., Prince Edward, Tel. 852 – 2309 7308.
For those who want to taste Hong Kong’s version of Thai food, Tom Yum’s Thai Restaurant with its strategic location offers various selection of delicious Thai dishes for approx. HK$55 per person. G/F, 44 Hennessey Road, Wan Chai, Tel. 852 – 2527 2568.
Transportation
Ranging between HK$ 1.20 and HK$ 45. Use Octopus Card. MTR is a cheap and comfortable subway network, and quick too. Available between 06.00 to 01.00. Buses are reliable for traveling to anywhere in Hong Kong, Kowloon, and The New Territories. Classic Tram which has been in operation since 1904 is available in the northern part of Hong Kong. Ferry connects Hong Kong island, Kowloon, Outlying Islands, Macao, and mainland China.
Accommodation
For between HK$100 – HK$250 per pax per night, hostels are the best accommodation option to take. In addition to affordable costs, they normally have strategic location allowing both shopping areas and transportation easily reachable.
Hong Kong Hostel
47 Paterson Street 3rd Floor, A Block, Causeway Bay
Tel. 852 – 2392 6868, Email info@hostel.hk
Yes Inn Hostel
Flat B, 5F, Front Block, Continental Mansion
294 King’s Rd., Fortress Hill
Tel. 852 – 2881 7077, Email info@yesinn.com
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