Independent travel to Hong Kong

Independent travel to Hong Kong

Сообщение HainanWel.com(e)! » 16 фев 2015, 20:08


Independent travel to Hong Kong

Oriental flavor combined with the latest advances in science and technology, a stunning range of boutiques from around the world and many kilometers ranks night markets, fashionable restaurants and street cafes on wheels, expensive cars and taxis, helicopters ... About Hong Kong can talk for hours and not feel and thousandth part of its charm and insane attraction.
When to go to Hong Kong?

Weather in Hong Kong due to the subtropical climate, but because even in January there are no colder than 15 degrees. Summer in the city is too hot and besides - rainy and therefore the optimal time for a visit to the Chinese metropolis - autumn and early winter.
How to get to Hong Kong?

Direct Flights from Moscow or a flight with a connection in Dubai or Beijing - a trip to Hong Kong for a Russian citizen today is not a problem. A visa is not required, but because everything depends on the willingness and financial possibilities. From Hong Kong airport to the city center run electric "Airport Express". Buses "City Flyer" go longer cost twice cheaper and are a great way to arrange a tour of the eastern metropolis.
housing

Hotels in Hong Kong, you can choose infinite. First, let's define the area, price and time of residence. As a rule, hotels in Hong Kong require a deposit on arrival, which instantly returned upon departure if it was made in cash. This is optimal, because the credit card to "unfreeze" means the banks are usually not in a hurry.
Another feature of the Hong Kong Hotels - a relatively small area of the room. Be prepared for the fact that the average hotel may not even be a wardrobe, but high floor provides excellent panoramic views of the city.
Argue about taste

Food in Hong Kong is presented for every taste and budget, and this is no exaggeration. Here is a chance to try and typical Chinese food right on the street carts, and dine in the trendy restaurant overlooking the bay. The expensive places should pre-book tables, and from street vendors is not advisable to buy is not thermally treated food. In particular, the chopped fruit can not be sufficiently cleaned before sale.
Informative and fascinating

The main attractions of Hong Kong - Victoria Peak, reachable by an old tram, and the Avenue of Stars on the waterfront, an amusement park with hundreds of rides and the opportunity to feed panda live, Big Buddha and Aberdeen harbor with lots of fishing boats.
Free and most popular entertainment of the guests of the city - to view the light show, which involved every night Hong Kong skyscrapers. "Symphony of Lights" has been included in the Guinness Book of Records as the largest of standing in the world.
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Сообщение HainanWel.com(e)! » 16 фев 2015, 20:11


Season in Hong Kong


Holiday Season in Hong Kong almost year-round.
The tourist season in Hong Kong

Spring: refers to the spring months March-April. At this time, quite warm (25 degrees), but with a high probability can go long and intense rains. Spring - flowering season, so come to Hong Kong at this time, it is worth to visit local botanical gardens or to schedule visits to nature tourism. And at the end of April you will be able to take part in the noisy carnivals.
Summer: Hong Kong summer lasts from May to October - for him humid and quite hot weather (+ 28-35 degrees). May-July is ideal for enjoying a beach holiday and diving. In August, heavy rains are possible, and for September and October is characterized by heat, humidity, hurricanes and typhoons. In October, the weather is more comfortable for all types of recreation, including the beach.
Fall: Fall is a month through November (average temperature - + 23-25 degrees) when it is best to spend time on the beaches of Kowloon, Lantau, to go to sea on a yacht or boat, to make slow walks, participate in a variety of tour programs.
Winter: winter months - December to February. In winter, almost no rain - this time ideal for sightseeing, pilgrimage and shopping. And in February, you can take part in New Year's festivities, accompanied by Chinese rituals and ceremonies.

Beach season in Hong Kong

The duration of the swimming season - April-November.

Hong Kong has a public, private and wild beaches. So, Lantau Island will meet you for its beaches Silvermine Bay, Pui O, Tong Fuk, and Lamma Island - beaches Hung Shing Yeh and Lo So Sing. If you want to relax on the best beaches on Hong Kong Island, take a look at Deep Water Bay, South Bay, Chung Hom Kok, Middle Bay, Repulse Bay, Shek O, Turtle Cove.
diving

The dive season starts in March. Beginners should look into Hong Kong dive center Stanley Ho Sports Centre, and professionals - the port of Aberdeen (you can go on day and night diving excursions).

Swim with the middle-sized fish and coral you can immerse yourself in the waters of the islands of the South China Sea. For this purpose, you can select Chiu Yam Hole or Ung Kong Bay (here you can swim with the fish, moray eels and flutes). If you want to meet anemones, crabs, sea urchins and swim surrounded by beautiful coral reefs for diving, choose the island Zuo In Hang and Hang Wong Chek.

If your primary goal - to study shipwrecks, the best dive exercise near the islands of Port Shelter and Hoi Ha Wan.

Rest in Hong Kong will give you a rich excursion program, bustling nightlife, fun shopping, picturesque beaches.
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Сообщение HainanWel.com(e)! » 16 фев 2015, 20:14

What to do in Hong Kong?

Visit Wong Tai Sin Temple;
Visit the Temple Street Night Market Market (sold here unique gifts);
Go to Hong Kong Aquarium;
Go to Hong Kong Park, the Museum of tea ware to take part in a tea ceremony, Chinese (here you will learn how to store tea, as well as a variety of tea should be drunk in various diseases);
View the presentation of kung fu fighters (this can be done in the Kowloon Park on Sundays from 14:30 to 16:30).

Things to do in Hong Kong?

Upon arrival in Hong Kong, the first night should be held on the waterfront in Kowloon: here daily at 20:00 begins an exciting laser show.

For shopping should go to boutiques, street markets, large shopping malls or small shops. In memory of Hong Kong, be sure to purchase a fermented tea, "Puer". Lovers of antique shops should go to Hollywood Road and Upper Leskar Row. Immediately there is a market-brac, where you can get unusual souvenirs and gifts.

In the afternoon you can go to the botanical and zoological parks. And you can spend time in the best museums of the world - Hong Kong Science Museum (all you can touch, pull and push) and Hong Kong of History (here you can see recreations of layouts Hong Kong streets and quarters). Evenings can be spent in an art gallery - here you can see the work of contemporary Hong Kong and foreign artists (in the gallery presents old works of art in the form of oil paintings, pencil sketches and watercolor).

Children necessarily should be kept in Ocean Park, so that they could look at the walrus, spotted deer, penguins. Then you can go to Hong Kong Disneyland - here you can ride, is located in magnetic-electric cart. Sending children to the Land of the history of toys, you can be confident that they will be playing the characters of the famous cartoon. In addition, children will be able to sit in a racing car and drive along the winding tracks. If desired, here you can see Disney cartoons in 3D and watch the show-musical starring with Goofy and Mickey Mouse.

In Hong Kong, there is no time to sleep: Night owls can go to karaoke clubs, restaurants and bars with live music.

A trip to Hong Kong will allow you to enjoy sightseeing, cuisine, shopping and beach holidays.
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New tourism products in Hong Kong


Hong Kong never for a moment stopped in its development, every year there appears something new museums, theme parks, exhibition centers. The past 2014 was marked by the appearance of several objects that, despite the short time of its existence, have already become popular among Hong Kong residents and tourists who come here from all corners of the globe.

Hong Kong, always keeping up with the times, could not stay away from the fashion museum of optical illusions. First, in July near Chimsachey opened «3D Museum», and in December, with a difference of 2 weeks opened a museum in Repulse Bay, Nunavut, and on the street Peak Road: «Repulse Bay Visual Art Museum» and «Trick Eye Museum».

Here you will find paintings by famous artists, antique statues and modern installations. But the campaign here will not leave anyone indifferent: Using special techniques, the artists managed to create amazing pictures and objects, and every visitor can feel like a part of them. You find yourself on top of a skyscraper in Hong Kong, then suddenly you are surrounded by a colony of penguins, or find yourself in millions of sparkling neon lights mirror maze. Most importantly, if you are thinking of visiting one of the museums - do not forget to bring your camera: it would be a shame to remain without such memorable photos.

Another new attraction in Hong Kong - a Ferris wheel, cabins which takes visitors to a height of 60 meters, with breathtaking views of Victoria Harbour and the famous panorama of the city. The ride on the Ferris wheel takes about 20 minutes, by the way, each of the 42 booths equipped attraction WiFi.

Two other well-known Hong Kong attractions, Disneyland and Ocean Park, do not stand still, constantly coming up with new shows and bringing something new.

For example, in Disneyland to the audience presented a new show - «Disney Paint the Night», during which the spectators themselves using special tools can change the backlight platforms with the dancers. And in Ocean Park Directorate has collected the largest number of species of sharks, more than 150 species, including different types of rays, sawfish and tiger sharks.

In Hong Kong, also appeared and attractions aimed at an audience that seeks to learn more about the history and culture of Hong Kong and interested in contemporary art.

Academy named Jao Tsung-I: here in 2014 opened a room devoted to Jao Tsung-I, Chinese scientists who have made a huge contribution to the study and promotion of Chinese culture.

Art hub PMQ (Police Married Quarters): family settled here before the police, and now housed more than a hundred design galleries, shops, showrooms, restaurants and cafes.
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Tourism in Hong Kong

China occupies a vast territory in the Asian part of the continent has enormous potential for tourism. But there is in this country a particular region, the most attractive for travelers.

The dream of many is tourism in Hong Kong, Special Administrative Region of the great country. It consists of the island of the same name, the mainland, as well as more than two hundred islands in the South China Sea.
Gifts Hong Kong

Shopping in the area of ​​China among the favorite activities of tourists, it is referred to the even local attractions. Shopaholic there will have harder ordinary tourists, as too many temptations, democratic prices for shopping centers, luxury boutiques and a million street markets, where all at bargain prices.

Among the most expensive gift from Hong Kong - diamonds, precious stones (prices are lower than in Europe). The second place on the popularity keeps tea, but it's not the usual all green and fermented. It is sold in the form of round pancakes, his feature - over the years it changes the taste and becomes saturated.
Hong Kong hotels

As tourists at any time of the year you can see a huge amount, and the hotel base is represented quite well. You can find accommodation in taste and price. The exceptions are two months a year - in April and October, when Hong Kong will be held major exhibitions with international participation. Reserve well in advance to avoid such problems.
Great Buddha and other attractions

Visit the largest seated Buddha monument, which is made of bronze - a must program any visitor of Hong Kong, whether he arrived as tourists or on business.

The second meeting point of curious visitors - Repulse Bay, which is considered the most beautiful place in the region. In shape it resembles a crescent, locals and tourists come to admire not only the terrain, but also swim and sunbathe on the beautiful beach.
His Hollywood in Hong Kong

Avenue of Stars - another favorite tourist destination. This is a tribute to local film workers who became world-famous. On this street you can find:

commemorative plaques engraved with the names of heroes Cinématographe;
statues, monuments reminding;
traces palms favorite actors;
symbol of Hong Kong - a statue of the legendary Bruce Lee.

Avenue of Stars - it's not just the beauty and memory, but also an example to follow, which is followed by thousands of young people hoping to conquer not only his native Hong Kong, but the whole world.
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Alone in Hong Kong

Hong Kong - a special administrative region of China, which has its own, distinct from the rest of China rules, features and facilities to be visited by tourists. Alone in Hong Kong is very easy to get there - enough to buy tickets and have a valid passport.
Entry formalities

If the plans of the Russian traveler - stay alone in Hong Kong for not more than 14 days, he does not need a visa. But it is best to monitor flights in advance - the price of tickets can be significant, but there are shares of airlines to significantly save on flights.
In Hong Kong flying Russian, Chinese and Hong Kong Airlines. Emirates Airlines offers excellent service on board is quite a nice price, especially if you get to the sale or purchase tickets in advance.
Dollars, but not those

Hong Kong Dollar - the only currency in the city, and everywhere, and willingly accept credit cards and traveler's checks. Sharing best produce in the banks, but in the hotels and the airport rate may not be very advantageous for tourists.
Independently come to Hong Kong for various reasons, but one of them - a profitable shopping. The city opened a lot of shopping malls, outlets and boutiques that sell anything - from real diamonds to fake watches. Prices will pleasantly surprise even the most advanced shoppers, and during periods of seasonal sales where you can buy branded items for the price of consumer goods.
The rest of the Hong Kong - a very expensive city. Room at the hands of the average within the central part of the cost at least US $ 80-100, if you want to have a private shower and other amenities.
Fans will be able to eat Chinese food is not too expensive, but for those who prefer European, will have to put in the budget for at least US $ 50 per day for meals.
Valuable observations

Octopus Card - a real lifesaver for those who come to Hong Kong alone. It entitles you to travel in any economical public transport are sold at the box office and the subway. Map augmentable and it can pay in some restaurants and vending machines with snacks. Recharges conveniently online supermarkets 7-Eleven.
The best option cheap excursion - ferries between the mainland and Hong Kong Island. They run regularly about once every half hour and the ticket costs about US $ 0.5.
Deposit on arrival at the hotel - standard procedure. Hold for these purposes US $ 100-200 in cash. They returned to the hotel at check-out, and that's money, "frozen" on the map, may again be available only for a month.
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Streets of Hong Kong

Amazing metropolis Hong Kong - it's almost a separate state with its own traditions and characteristics. It is isolated geographically from other parts of China because of an interesting location - on a large peninsula and numerous islands. The streets of Hong Kong are decorated in European style. This is due to the fact that the city has long been considered a British colony. Despite the influence of Europe, it is dominated by the oriental style, and skyscrapers blend with winding streets.
Features city

Hong Kong is the domain of the East. Today it stands separate administrative region of China. It is inhabited by people of different nationalities, the standard of living which is regarded as one of the highest in Asia. Among them are Thais, Japanese, Korean, Malay, Chinese, English and others. Today, the city is decorated with 112 very high buildings. The area of ​​Hong Kong is about 1100 square meters. m. It takes the Kowloon Peninsula, Hong Kong Island and New Territories.

The city has many picturesque places. The most popular area is the Tsim Sha Tsui (Kowloon South). Many tourists prefer to stay there. The main highway in this part of town - Nathan or "Golden Mile". Streets attracts prestigious shops, restaurants, hotels. The northern part of the island - is a central area, which focuses financial life in Hong Kong. Here the population is dominated by the middle class. Properties in Central is highly appreciated. One square meter there can cost about 70 thousand dollars. In the south of the island is located an elite real estate. There lie the golden beaches. The most picturesque areas of the city: the Western, Wan Chai, North Point, Causeway Bay.
Streets Central District

The main streets of Hong Kong are located in its central part. These include Queens Road and Konaut Road. Along the streets of Queens Road are a large number of wonderful shops. Another famous street district Central - Hollywood Road. Filming, which took place here made it popular. Hollywood Road is famous for its antique shops, where there anything: porcelain, Tibetan rugs, statues, and other religious items.

The central area is famous for skyscrapers and shopping malls. Major shopping centers are: "Galleria", "Landmark", "Alexander House" and others. In these centers of trade are different brands and boutiques exclusive brands. Several streets of the central district are popular with fans of nightlife. Every night they are closed to motorists and become completely pedestrian.
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Areas of Hong Kong

Hong Kong's reflected on the map, familiarity with which allows you to see the administrative division of Hong Kong (see the details of each of the areas you will be able to successfully plan your vacation).

In total 18 districts in Hong Kong - these include the Kowloon City District, Central and West, Tsuen Wan District, Wong Tai Sin District, Kunton, Sai Kung District, Kwai Tsing District, Tai Po District, Sha Tin District and others.
Description of the main attractions and areas

In the southern region will delight guests amusement park "Ocean Park" (a oceanarium, area with sea lions, attractions for adults and children), beach Repulse Bay (vacation here contributes to a comfortable bathing thanks to a fairly shallow beach, sun beds, umbrellas, grills for the barbecue) waterfront Aberdeen Promenade (in the west of its "neighbor" is a fish market, and in the east - Center for squash and tennis), a floating restaurant "Jumbo" (here you can take a ferry to enjoy Cantonese and Western cuisine), the Hong Kong Maritime Museum (in addition to models of ships and pirate galleon in the museum exhibited a collection of ceramics and thematic painting).
Kowloon City District: interesting Park Kowloon Park - it is famous aqua center, walking paths, lakes with waterfowl, alley comic and cartoon characters, Heritage Research Center in Hong Kong.
Central and Western District: hikers recommended to walk on Daddell Street to admire the street gas lamps wishing to spend time in clubs and restaurants serving different cuisines, in the district of Soho, and shopaholics - the shopping streets Wing Lok Street (it sheltered shops and stores of interest to fans of traditional Chinese medicine) and Lindherst Terras. The area is interesting peak of Victoria, the rise of which can be done by cable car (with viewing platforms will be able to make beautiful pictures) Hong Kong Park (in addition to the dancing fountains, swimming pools, an amphitheater, a playground has on its territory the Museum of tea utensils, which displays a collection of Chinese porcelain and stamps; here you can become involved in the Chinese tea ceremony, worth about $ 80), Madame Tussauds (a collection of 100 wax figures).

Where to stay tourists

Travellers best to stay in the center: in fact, the town has two centers, presented in the form of the western part of Hong Kong Island and the northern part of the Kowloon Peninsula. But even if the tourists staying at the hotel, remote from the city center, it will not give them too much trouble - they could simply reach any place by taxi or public transport. Important: it is worth considering that the rooms at the 3-star hotels may have limited space, and the view from the window - "please" deaf courtyard. You principled views? Look to the hotel, where you can select the number of Sea View and Harbor View.
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