Sitting here on this overcast Saturday in my apartment in Hong Kong, I can’t help but reflect on this past month – surely one of the craziest of my life. Currently I’m on day 3 of my compulsory COVID-19 home quarantine. I’m wearing a wristband to track my location and I’m not allowed to leave my apartment. It’s a weird feeling.
Unspoiled and remote Ham Tin Beach in Sai Kung is a great escape from the crowds in Hong Kong. Hike through green hills with views of bright turquoise waters, then end on a pristine beach to relax. This guide will show you how to hike to Ham Tin Beach and includes tips for how to get out to Sai Kung East Country Park.
Hong Kong is a city that has it all! Bustling urban markets, beautiful temples, lush wilderness, easily-accessible beaches, and great food. When planning a visit to Hong Kong, I recommend incorporating a little of everything into your itinerary. Not only will this keep you from getting overwhelmed by the densely-populated urban areas, but a diverse itinerary will show you all that Hong Kong has to offer and what makes it such an incredible city.
On any visit to Hong Kong, you’ll most likely want to use public transportation at some point. Unlike many of the sprawling metropolises found throughout Asia, Hong Kong is fairly compact. Its size combined with the extensive and reliable public transportation system make it surprisingly easy to get around. This guide complete with a few tips will show you how to use Hong Kong public transportation like a pro!
Looking for a different type of junk boat adventure in Hong Kong this year? Why not check out the Soko Islands? These remote islands are located just inside Hong Kong’s southeastern waters. Although once home to a Hakka farming village as well as a community of Vietnamese refugees in the 1990s, the Soko Islands are now deserted. What better way to escape the crowds of Hong Kong than to go to a desert island?
If it’s your first trip to Hong Kong, you’re no doubt excited to get into the city and begin sightseeing. But in order to hit the ground running, I’ll share a few key steps you should take at Hong Kong International Airport. These simple things will save you time, plus start you out on your trip feeling ready to take on Hong Kong like a pro!
Hong Kong is a major international hub with hundreds of flights passing through it daily, many passengers on their way to another destination. The next time you’re passing through Hong Kong, why not add a long layover to your trip? You might wonder, how much can you really see in 12 hours in Hong Kong?
One of the best activities on a beautiful weekend in Hong Kong is to get out of the bustling concrete jungle and take a day trip to the beautiful, laid-back Lamma Island. Only about a 25-minute ferry ride from Central, Hong Kong and you will be transported to a very different world with plenty of hiking paths and beaches to explore.