Our Hong Kong Travel Experience

Images from New Territories

I snapped these photos while exploring a part of New Territories in Hong Kong during our visit last year. I was organizing our photo library today and thought I’d share these with you.  Read More →

Visiting the Po Lin Monastery and the Wisdom Path

We’ve been away three times since March that we didn’t have much time to blog. So today’s blog will still be about Hong Kong (yes, we did a lot of things in HK!), focusing on the charming and old-fashioned Po Lin Monastery, which is a must-visit for anyone who wishes to see the other side–the more laid back side–of Hong Kong. In fact, this monastery may catch you by surprise. Lantau... [Read more...]

Hong Kong: A Shopping Mecca for Everyone

Today’s blog is devoted to shopaholics who are in search for the perfect shopping Mecca. Although some may disagree, Hong Kong just screams shopping galore so there’s no doubt that it should be in your list of top shopping destinations in the world. When you are in Hong Kong, you are always besieged by signs that say, “50% off,” “Removal sale!” “Winter sale,” “Last... [Read more...]

The Rustic Charm of Tai O Fishing Village

We didn’t want to limit our Hong Kong trip to treading around the thickly-populated areas of Kowloon and Hong Kong Island (although nothing beats their ultra-gratifying dumplings and seafood noodles). This time, we alloted several days to explore the more placid areas like Lantau. We wanted to maintain our famous equanimity as much as possible. After all, we were on a litte R and R. Our visit to Lantau Island... [Read more...]

Meeting Hong Kong’s Giant Buddha

One of the highlights of our recent trip to Hong Kong was visiting Lantau Island, the largest in Hong Kong, and catching a glimpse of the awe-inspiring Giant Buddha, which is said to be the world’s largest outdoor seated bronze Buddha. It is definitely an understatement to say that looking up at the enormous statue was an emotional moment for us, especially for my husband, who was a Buddhist before he converted... [Read more...]

Top 3 Must-Try Restaurants in Hong Kong

My husband and I are avid foodies—we love discovering new places to eat and try exotic dishes. The best food discoveries usually happen when you least expect it and you’ll never really know what’s in store for you unless you try. When we recently went to Hong Kong, finding great restaurants was definitely a priority. Here are some of the restaurants you must try to visit when you are in Hong Kong: 1.... [Read more...]

Hong Kong’s Revolving 66 Restaurant and Night Cruise: Ultimate Dining and Viewing Pleasure

One of the Temples in Hong Kong We love Hong Kong. It’s the nearest foreign city from Manila that offers everything that we like: authentic Chinese noodles, succulent seafoods, lush cordilleras, shopping malls, and the excitement of being lost in translation while trying to figure out which MTR to take. We visited HK recently for a little R&R. We also wanted to see places that we weren’t able to... [Read more...]

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Our Recommended Hong Kong Local Tours

We spent MANY hours looking for the best travel deals online and sharing them with you is the least that we can do. Once you book any of these tours, all you need to do is print out your ticket and bring it with you. The tour operator will keep in touch with your hotel concierge in Hong Kong and will give them instructions on the pick-up schedule of your trip. It's as easy and as hassle-free as that! Enjoy! - Amarind and Althea

Harbour Night Cruise and Dinner at Revolving Restaurant - Dine out in style at Hong Kong's only revolving restaurant, then see the famous lights of Hong Kong's Victoria Harbour on an after-dinner harbor cruise. A great way to an evening on the town in Hong Kong!

Lantau Island and Giant Buddha Day Trip from Hong Kong-Take a day trip to Lantau Island, Hong Kong's largest island, and discover pristine beaches, traditional fishing villages, lush valleys, soaring mountains and spiritual enlightenment. Your full day tour includes a guided visit to Po Lin Monastery, the Giant Buddha Exhibition Hall and a 5.7 kilometer cable car journey offering spectacular views of Lantau Island and the South China Sea.

Macau Day Trip from Hong Kong-Complete your visit to Hong Kong with a day trip to Macau, once the oldest European settlement in the Orient. You'll sail across the sea from Hong Kong to Macau on a jetfoil or catamaran, and see all the sights of this fascinating former Portuguese colony and World Heritagelisted site.

Hong Kong Island Half-Day Tour - See all the highlights of Hong Kong Island on a five-hour orientation tour. If this is your first visit to Hong Kong, this comprehensive half-day tour is a great way to get to know Hong Kong Island and its famous landmarks and history. Hong Kong is ever-changing, so this tour is sure to refresh old memories for return visitors.

Guangzhou (Canton) China Day Trip from Hong Kong-Visit mainland China on a full day tour from Hong Kong and see some of China's iconic sights. You'll meet an adorable panda at a safari park, see an amazing display of Qin Dynasty Terracotta Warriors and their horses, and tour the city of Guangzhou, formerly known as Canton.

Symphony of Lights Hong Kong Harbor Night Cruise- Hong Kong's harbor dazzles with neon at night, but the synchronized Symphony of Lights laser show takes the nightly spectacle to another level. Cruise Hong Kong's Victoria Harbour aboard a traditional Chinese sightseeing junk and enjoy an uninterrupted view of this dazzling light show for an unforgettable evening in Hong Kong.

Hong Kong Sunset Cruise plus Dinner at the Jumbo Floating Restaurant- Experience the magic of Hong Kong at night with an evening cruise on Hong Kong's dazzling Victoria Harbour, then feast on a nine-course Chinese dinner at Aberdeen's famous Jumbo Floating Restaurant.

New Territories of Hong Kong "The Land Between" Tour- Discover Hong Kong's rural beauty away from the bustling streets, neon lights and the skyscrapers. 'The Land Between' tour will allow you to see another side of Hong Kong and it stands both as a gentle reminder of Hong Kong's past as well as a symbol of its hopes and dreams for the future. Lunch as well as coach transportation are included.

Hong Kong Harbor Night Cruise and Dinner at Lei Yue Mun Seafood Village - Combine sightseeing and gourmet seafood on your evening out in Hong Kong. First, you'll take an evening cruise on Hong Kong's Victoria Harbour aboard a traditional Chinese tour boat, then youÕll sail to Lei Yue Mun Seafood Village for a sumptuous Chinese Dinner at the renowned Hoi Tin Garden Restaurant

Hong Kong Pink Dolphin Watching Cruise - Join this Hong Kong cruise to witness the world's pinkest dolphins at play!

Hong Kong Cultural Tour - Buddhist Monastery, Temples and Villages-History buffs - don't miss this tour! This day excursion will introduce you to the cultural side of Hong Kong's New Territories, visit ancient temples, small villages, fish and duck ponds, monasteries with spare time to shop at the local markets.

Ocean Park Hong Kong Full Day Tour/-Experience the magic of one of the most spectacular oceanariums in the world - Ocean Park Hong Kong!

Cheung Chau (Long Island) Tour with Dim Sum lunch - Cheung Chau Island, also known as Long Island, is only a short ferry ride from Hong Kong.

Hong Kong Harbor Pre-Dinner Night Cruise - The best way to experience a Hong Kong sunset is on the harbor with a few drinks before dinner.

Hotel Recommendations - Moderate Price Range (Best rates anywhere)

The Luxe Manor Hotel

Holiday Inn Golden Mile Hote

The Prudential Hotel

Hotel Lan Kwai Fong

Metropark Causewaybay

Hotel Recommendations for Budget Travelers (Best rates anywhere)

YMCA Salisbury

Bishop Lei

Hotel Jen

Bridal Tea House

Ramada Hong Kong Hotel

Dorsett Kowloon Hotel

Harbour Hotel

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