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Friday, October 8, 2010

BASIC FACTS ABOUT HONGKONG


Hong Kong - THE BEST DESTINATION FOR FIRST TIME INTERNATIONAL TRAVELLERS!

Basic Information: 

  • A British Colony Until 1997 Handover to China
  • Currency: Hong Kong Dollar (Approx. 1HKD = 6PHP)
  • Electricity is same as Philippines, 220V but sockets are different
  • Summers are Wet, Hot and Humid (April to October) | Winters are Cold and Dry (December to February)
  • Territory is relatively small but very dense, packed and fast-paced lifestyle
  • Right-hand drive, look at left and right sides when crossing the street
  • Visa is NOT required for Filipino citizens (maximum stay of 14 days)
  • Do not be worried about HK immigrations, nothing to fear when you don't have plans of being a TNT
  • Primary Language: Cantonese | Secondary: English and Mandarin
  • Standard of Living is much higher than the Philippines so expect everything to be more expensive starting with bottled water
  • 1 Hour ferry ride to Macau (Visa NOT Required for Macau, Passport needed)
  • Shenzhen is accessible from HK by Train (KCR). CHINESE VISA REQUIRED.
  • Common sense for safety is required, watch out for pickpockets and "salisi" gangs.
  • Hong Kong is a very tourist friendly city, signs are all bilingual and are everywhere. You can hardly get lost.
  • Hong Kong is much much more than Ocean Park and Disneyland.
  • Hong Kong consists of 3 major parts: Kowloon Peninsula, Hong Kong Island and New Territories.
  • Hong Kong is synonymous to walking, prepare for long walks so bring comfortable shoes
  • Travelling around HK: The subway (MTR) will take you to most places, if not, the bus will. If there are 4 of you, the taxi sometimes becomes a cheaper and more convenient alternative to the subway.
  • Do not be afraid to explore HK, in the case you get lost, just head to the nearest MTR exit or take a taxi and give your address.
  • A 5 minute walk for Hongkongers means 10 minutes walk for Filipinos (since most of them are briskwalkers).
  • Hong Kong may seem small but it takes time to fully appreciate it.
  • Hong Kong is generally safe even for solo/female travellers but common-sense and vigilance is still required.
  • Left-Side of the Escalator is for people who are in a hurry, do not block their path by staying on this side.
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