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| Hong Kong Travel |
| Dynamic Hong Kong explodes with excitement, where Chinese culture fuses with British influence.Comprising the sky-scraper filled avenues of high-tech Hong Kong Island and the traditional districts of lively Kowloon - as well as some 230 outlying islands - Hong Kong is jam-packed with attractions.Navigate modern shopping malls and seek out outstanding bargains, nibble on authentic dim sum down at the harbour front, ride the tram to Victoria Peak for a bird's-eye view of the city and stroll through Kowloon's ornate Wong Tai Sin Temple for a taste of traditional life. Hong Kong offers a truly unforgettable east meets west experience.A great stop-over destination, easily combined with a range of resorts, or enjoyed on its own as a fantastic shopping location, Hong Kong is one of the legendary cities of the Far East. |
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Hong Kong Hotels Offers |
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Hong Kong Hotel Deals - Novotel century harbourview from - £23.5
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Hong Kong Hotel Deals - Imperial from - £22.25
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Hong Kong Hotels - Eaton from - £34
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Hong Kong Hotel Reservations - Empire from - £34
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Hong Kong Hotel Deals - Hyatt regency hong kong from - £43.5
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Hong Kong Flights Offers |
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Virgin Atlantic - £387.00 |
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Finnair - £370.00 |
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KLM Royal Dutch Airlines - £360.00 |
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Hong Kong- Need to Know |
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| Airport Directions |
The famous in-town airport disappeared several years ago to make way for the impressive new Norman Foster-designed Check Lap Kok terminal, quite a way out of town. |
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| Transport |
Airport Express is the fastest way to go: 23 mins from Central station and 18 mins from Kowloon. Express airport buses link all of Hong Kong, Kowloon and the New Territories. |
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| Currency |
HK$ Hong Kong dollars |
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| Cost of Living |
The prolonged Asian economic crisis has seen overpriced Hong Kong become more reasonable in retail and dining areas. Clothing is more reasonable than, say, London and so is informal dining. |
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| Health and Hospital |
Call 999 in case of emergency |
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| Embassy Numbers |
Australia 2827 8881; Canada 2847 7493; New Zealand 2525 5044; UK 2901 3000; US 2841 2219. |
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| Public Holidays |
New Year"s Day (Jan 1); First 3 days of Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb); Ching Ming (Easter, Good Friday and Easter Monday (Mar/Apr), May Day Holiday (first Monday in May), Buddha"s birthday (May 8); Hong Kong SAR Establishment Day (July 1); Dragonboat Festival (June); Mid-Autumn Festival (Sep/Oct); National Day (Oct 1); Chung Yeung (Oct); Christmas Day (Dec 25); Boxing Day (Dec 26) |
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| Time Zone |
GMT + 8 |
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| Dial Codes |
Country Code +852 |
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| Etiquettes |
The dress code that used to be more stiff than in Europe is finally relaxing a little. Although in upmarket bars and restaurants, there is often a no jeans or trainers rule. |
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| Visas |
One month visas are issued to everyone from the European Union (EU), the US, Canada, South Africa, Australia and New Zealand. |
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| Language |
Cantonese but English is widely spoken. |
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| Safety |
Very safe, but as always, keep an eye on your possessions. |
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