Plan To See Your Loved Ones In Hong Kong

By Najwa Zulhisham

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Your friends and family in Hong Kong giving you homesickness? No worries! There is never a wrong time to pay Hong Kong a visit; there are always good reasons to do so. The following is a brief travel guide that will help you get to Hong Kong! Make the most of your time away with these helpful planning advice, a suggested itinerary, and more! 

Hong Kong Travel Tips

You have the option of flying to Hong Kong or catching the bullet train to get there. More than one thousand planes take off every day from Hong Kong International Airport, and in order to reach fifty percent of the world’s population, these planes have to traverse a distance that is at least five hours long. A flight to Hong Kong may be taken from over 50 different cities and towns across China, making it accessible to foreign travellers. Additionally, due to the recent opening of the Hong Kong West Kowloon Station, high-speed trains may now travel directly to Hong Kong from 44 different locations located on the Mainland.

Because the public transportation system in Hong Kong is so user-friendly, getting around the city and its surrounding areas is a breeze. You can navigate Hong Kong by using the MTR, buses, trams, ferries, or taxis. With its 11 lines, the Mass Transit Railway (MTR) can carry you practically anywhere in the downtown areas of Kowloon and Central, as well as a good number of locations in the New Territories and on Lantau Island. In addition, getting to your destination is not difficult because you may take a cab, bus, minivan, or tram without any problems. The local Octopus Card is used by the vast majority of tourists since it makes travelling across the city more simpler, and it saves both time and money. 

Hong Kong weather: When to go?

Outside of the months that have a higher risk of typhoons, any time of year is fine to travel to Hong Kong. The months of October through April offer the most favourable conditions for travel because temperatures are usually mild and it does not rain as frequently during those months. Nevertheless, regardless of the time of year that you choose to travel to Hong Kong, it is strongly recommended that you bring along some form of sun protection, such as sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, or an umbrella (also in case of rains).

Hong Kong Accommodations

The majority of tourists who have never been to Hong Kong before find that Tsim Sha Tsui is the best neighbourhood to stay in since it offers a breathtaking view of Victoria Harbor and is close to a large number of retail complexes and museums. The cost of lodging in Hong Kong is often higher than that in other cities in China, and the city consistently experiences a very high occupancy rate throughout the entire year. On the other hand, the months of May and June tend to have pricing that are more favourable. It is highly recommended that you make your bookings at least one month in advance.

Hong Kong Eatery

Hong Kong is a foodie’s delight! There is a wide variety of cuisine to sample, including traditional Cantonese and Hong Kong flavours, street snacks, world-famous Michelin restaurant cuisines, and a multitude of meals from other countries. In addition, as a result of Hong Kong’s status as a cosmopolitan city, it is possible to try a variety of cuisines from different countries, including but not limited to French cuisine, Italian cuisine, American cuisine, Indian cuisine, Thai cuisine, Japanese cuisine, and so on. Get your stomach ready, and get all the delicious foods ready to delight each and every one of your taste buds!

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