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Wed, 23 Dec 2009 22:37:36 +0000

[...] Oh, Hong Kong, how I love thee. (Except for the smog.) Crazy markets, scary but delicious restaurants, and that stunning skyline. If I lived in Asia, I’d definitely live in Hong Kong – pearls or not. Be sure to check out my round-up of things to do in Hong Kong. [...]

By: Andy Hayes

Andy Hayes — Sat, 05 Dec 2009 00:54:53 +0000

@Nico – Yes, it’s one of those places that has such a vibrant contrast – the glamour and glitzy skyline with the grime and stink behind it. I love it.

And you obviously weren’t looking hard enough – Temple St Market has cheap men’s socks and underwear. LOL

By: AirTreks Nico

AirTreks Nico — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 00:52:36 +0000

I also really liked Hong Kong and think it’s underrated as a destination. It definitely makes for a interesting stopover before heading back across the pond.

I had unexpected opinions of the city by the time I left. The first being the nearly oppressive “City” feel. I mean, its distopian, overcrowded, over-constructed, Blade Runner-esque feel. Some people may not be so enamored of this quality, but after a month in Thailand, I though it was pretty cool.

I also loved the neon of Nathan Road lighting up the night. The shopping is great there. But really only if you’re a woman. My girlfriend found endless deals. Myself, I couldn’t have found a men’s shop if my life depended on it!

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By: Andy

Andy — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 10:01:51 +0000

@Mark – Yes, indeed, it is the Wisdom Path. Quite nice although when I was there it was a bit smoggy

By: Mark H

Mark H — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 00:00:06 +0000

I enjoyed the Big Buddha and the natural walking area around the back of Buddha (I think called the Wisdom Track). I did this trip pre-chairlift so it is now easier to get there. Busy (but so is HK) but strangely therapeutic and great to travel out by boat. Mark H’s last blog post..The World's Steepest Street (Dunedin, New Zealand)

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By: Andy

Andy — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 22:14:26 +0000

Hi Jackie

Hong Kong has a certain energy about it. As you say, it is hard to put your finger on it, but it is something special indeed.

By: Jackie Cameron

Jackie Cameron — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 20:06:55 +0000

We stopped over in Hong Kong on our way back from New Zealand – just because we could not because we particularly wanted to and were so glad we did. 2 days was nowhere near long enough. I can’t pinpoint what it was that captivated us – all I know is that we were and we are really keen to go back.

By: Andy

Andy — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 10:37:36 +0000

Those are all great experiences too. I love the Wisdom Path around the back of Big Buddha.

I have to say I didn’t get my palm read on Temple St – some of those scary looking fortune tellers didn’t inspire much confidence (particularly the ones who were half-asleep in their little stall)!