Hong Kong Forum - TravelPod

Starter kit for Hong Kong

Posted by gypsymichelle

... shops and restaurants also have English signage, though don't expect this from the more local or rural establishments. Weather: Hong Kong has a subtropical climate with distinct seasons. Typhoon season is May to November. Spring is from March to May ...

Weekly Data Connection Package in HK?

Posted by saml

... in order to load the map and there are no way for me to save the map first and go to Hong Kong Is there any weekly/monthly mobile data package in Hong Kong that suitable for a short trip? I will be in Hong Kong for 4 days and I will go to China for 9 days

Three things that you needed for travel in HK

Posted by kimsim

... there? 2. Big suitcase: You can buy all you want at Hong Kong, from clothes to traditional Chinese food. 3. Smartphone with : Hong Kong is small but still you may get confused by the transportation system. You won't want to waste your time on this, ...

Recommend! Free internet assess and calls in HK

Posted by kimsim

... information quickly, save more to stay on the sightseeing spots! The most amazing thing is, it also allows to connect with the Hong Kong wi-fi network! So I strongly recommend this mobile rental service if you plan to travel in Hong Kong.

Must-sees in Hong Kong and Shenzhen

Posted by hkhero

... the Avenue of Stars features commemorative plaques, handprints of movie celebrities, descriptive milestones, kiosks with movie memorabilia, a towering Hong Kong Film Award statutte, and a life-size statue of the ledendary kung-fu action star, Bruce Lee. ...

Hong Kong Hostels?

Posted by luke_1989

... June 2010 and get there 10:30am. First question i have is should i book my hostel before i go? Also what part of Hong Kong should i stay? And finally can anyone reckmend a good budget hostel? I am looking at staying somewhere quite cheap and dont mind ...

Chinese New Year 2010???

Posted by kamyp

... . My options are as follows: Leave itinerary and see what I can - from what I understand this is an incredible experience in Hong Kong. Arrive slighty earlier to catch more of the sights Miss Chinese New Year in Hong Kong and stop over at the end of ...

A few hints for first time travelers to Hong Kong

Posted by cozzielex

... no "no-go" areas for visitors. At night, many areas such a Tsim Sha Tsui (TST) in Kowloon and Wanchai on Hong Kong Island are crowded and noisy, but in all the years I lived there the only trouble came from loud-mouthed drunken expats. There ...

The good, bad and ugly Hong Kong hostels

Posted by happysheep

... have free wireless internet, accept credit card. They are on the 14th floor. I love the Nerdy Nomad blog, and she highlights three hostels in Hong Kong at this blog post here: Anybody lived in a hostel in Hong Kong before? Was she right?

please help visiting hong kong in june

Posted by aopaq

... to Hong Kong at all! You are more likely to get into a car accident in your home country than killed by a typhoon in Hong Kong so don't let this ruin your holiday. Hong Kong has one of the best detection and warning systems to notify the public ...

Getting a visa in Hong Kong

Posted by luke_1989

Hi can anyone give me any information on how I would go about getting a visa for China in Hong Kong? How difficult is to get one and do i need a visa to fly into Hong Kong? Im just looking at future plans which are a long way off but want to be organised ...

The good, bad and ugly Hong Kong hostels

Posted by starlagurl

I love the Nerdy Nomad blog, and she highlights three hostels in Hong Kong at this blog post here: Anybody lived in a hostel in Hong Kong before? Was she right?

What to see?

Posted by pinkyr89

haven't been to Hong Kong.. all i know about the country is that their International Airport is the no.1 all over the world. and that the only popular places to visit are the Disneyland and oceanpark. ...but i want to know more about hong kong..cos i ...

Chinese New Year in Hong Kong

Posted by gypsymichelle

... until around 9:30pm and will wind through the streets of Tsim Sha Tsui before hitting the parade ground.The parade starts from Hong Kong Cultural Centre and proceeds from Salisbury Road along Mody Road taking a U Turn and ending up at the New World Centre ...

The good, bad and ugly Hong Kong hostels

Posted by miffyanddougle

... hear about the Mt. Davis Youth Hostel - it sounds wonderful. Wang Fat Hostel is located right in the centre of Causeway Bay on Hong Kong Island surrounded by expensive designer shops. We paid a special deal for one week which includes a free meal at the ...

Getting a visa in Hong Kong

Posted by aopaq

Hong Kong is probably one of the easiest places to get a visa for China right now. They tightened the rules drastically around the Olympics but since about mid-October you do not need proof of an onward ticket or accommodation in China. There are many ...

Short Time In Hong Kong

Posted by wakingdream

Hi Noah, You can take the express train from the airport Hong Kong Island or Kowloon( directly outside the Arrivals Hall) The express train will get you to Exchange Square/ Central Station downtown HK island in about 25 minutes, give or take. You can head ...

Short Time In Hong Kong

Posted by noahj

... to figure out if this will give us enough time to get out of the airport and see the city a little. Does anyone know about the Hong Kong airport and how long it takes to get through customs there and if we would have time to see some of the city? Also, ...

Pay less to get more! (A bargain for me!)

Posted by kimsim

When travelling in Hong Kong, I used mobile provided by Handy. Handy is a convenient smartphone rental service specifically designed for travelers visiting HK. For $68 per day, they provide users with unlimited 3G as well as unlimited local and ...

Hong Kong wifi spot?

Posted by kimsim

Hi all, I have a question about spots, is it difficult to find a wifi spot in HK? Do you think it is better if rent an internet wireless device in HK?

Communications network in HK?

Posted by kimsim

"I am going to HK in early Nov for a business meeting. It's my first time to travel HK. I am wondering how I can get overseas call service in HK? I found there is a service provider in HK called "" "", which provide and ...