Hong Kong is nothing more than a dot on the map and no longer even an official country, yet from its sights to its food to its people, it’s an impressive place. Yesterday Hong Kong set out to achieve another Guinness World Record–and was successful. On January 1st over 800 auspicious animals took part in […]
After buying my first-ever Disneyland pass this August, I’ve visited the park a (un)surprisingly number of times–I can think of at least ten. Birthdays, holidays, and special occasions these past few months all seemed to have been spent at the “Most Magical Place On Earth”, or at least the most magical in Hong Kong. So why […]
Although it’s not traditionally a Chinese holiday–Hong Kongers love to celebrate Christmas. Forget decking the halls, the whole city becomes transformed with giant Christmas trees, holiday lights and mall displays galore. Many of the most popular tourist places also hold special Christmas events. And while you certainly won’t find a White Christmas here, you won’t find a lack […]
Hong Kong International Airport has been reported as one of the world’s most loved airports. The airport has received Skytrax’s “World’s Best Airport Award” eight times in the last 11 years. In the now eight experiences I’ve had at HKIA, I must say it’s the most efficient airport I’ve ever been in–which makes it great […]
It’s Christmas here in Hong Kong, Merry Christmas to all my family, friends and of course, readers! Although most Hong Kongers don’t actually celebrate, they still can’t seem to get enough of holiday decorations. In my guide to celebrating Christmas in Hong Kong, I listed all the most popular places to find elaborate displays. So today, in […]
The two biggest Halloween events in Hong Kong would have to be Disneyland’s Haunted Halloween and Ocean Park’s Halloween Bash. Held at the two best theme parks in Hong Kong, they are each other’s biggest competition. The following is my review on both. > You May Also Like: Check 700+ Hotels in Hong Kong Hong Kong’s […]
For months now I’ve looked out my windows, often wondering what parts of Hong Kong I could see. The mountains particularly caught my interest, probably because I’m used to seeing only flat land from being born in the “Prairie State”. I watched as many cars passed on the mountain’s roads, wondering what was out there. […]
Every Friday I’ll be sharing a photo from someplace in my travels. This week’s photo was taken of Hong Kong fireworks from the Star Ferry terminal. Every year on July 1st, Hong Kong celebrates Establishment Day. This day celebrates the transfer of sovereignty from the United Kingdom back to China, which happened in 1997. Almost like […]
Mid-Autumn Festival takes place on the 15th day during the 8th month of the lunar calendar. The Chinese believe this is the day when the moon is its roundest and brightest; with round implying a time for family reunion. Therefore, Mid-Autumn Festival is a time when people return home to gather together with their families. […]
The Dragon Boat Festival, also known as the Tuen Ng Festival, is a favorite amongst Hong Kongers. The festival takes place on the 5th day of the 5th lunar month, typically falling in June of each year. This celebration goes back as far as the 3rd century and has been deemed a public holiday in Hong Kong […]