Travel Guide to Hong Kong
Hong Kong is perhaps the only country we have visited more than we can remember. Its proximity makes it an ideal destination. You would think that the city would lose its luster after all those visits, but every journey seems to bring with it the promise of something new. Hong Kong is a busy city. Like Manhattan or Tokyo, feel its energy the moment you land. A year between visits may seem like a lifetime in Hong Kong, and that's exactly what I felt when I set foot in Kowloon for the first time in three years. It seemed like my first visit again. Such is the excitement you feel in an electric city like Hong Kong. Whether you are interested in shopping, food, fashion or nightlife, I hope this third edition of our Hong Kong travel guide can help you plan your trip. As you will learn quickly when you set foot in this city, Hong Kong has it all. HONG KONG AT A GLANCE Hong Kong is a special administrative region (SAR) of China. This means that it is officially a part of China, even though it is authorized to operate as an independent country that enjoys the highest degree of autonomy. It has its currency and its economy. It has its own legal and immigration system and receives almost no interference either from the central government or from the Chinese Communist Party. For people of equal or greater ages, Hong Kong has always been a colony of the British Empire until it was returned to China in 1997. It was a major tourist destination for as long as I can remember and one of the most important business and commerce centers in Asia. If you've never been to Hong Kong, then it's easy to imagine it strictly as an urban metropolis, but it's more than that. Geographically, it includes the Island of Hong Kong, Kowloon and the New Territories, as well as over 200 outlying islands. It is best known for its impressive glass and steel skyline, but there is also plenty of nature to enjoy there too. BEST TIME TO VISIT HONG KONG As for the weather, the best time to visit Hong Kong is in autumn, from late September to November, followed by spring (from March to May). MAR-MAY: Spring is a great time to visit Hong Kong. Like autumn, the weather is ideal even if in this period it becomes a bit foggy and more rainy. JUNE-AUGUST: Summer is the hottest, wettest and wettest time of the year, so avoid these months if you can. SEPTEMBER-NOV: As described, autumn is the ideal time to visit Hong Kong. The weather is mild and rarely rains. Room rates are reasonable even in this period. During our last trip, we went in mid-September and the weather was fantastic, although I think that October or November would have been even better. DECEMBER FEBRUARY: This is the busiest time of the year in Hong Kong, particularly around the Lunar New Year. Expect more tourists and higher hotel prices during that time. TRAVELING TO HONG KONG Travelers to Hong Kong will arrive at Hong Kong International Airport. There are several ways to get to the airport wherever you are in the city. AT EXPRESS AIRPORT: Going by train is the fastest way to get to the center from the airport, even if it's not necessarily the most convenient. It only stops at the MTR stations of Kowloon or Hong Kong, so you will have to move to get wherever you are. It may not be that easy if you are carrying a lot of luggage. You can refer to this MTR map to see where your stop is compared to Kowloon and Hong Kong stations. A single ticket usually costs 105 HKD for Kowloon and 115 HKD for Hong Kong island, but costs only 100 HKD and 110 HKD with an Octopus Card (click on the link for more information). If you buy them in advance via Klook, you can get them at an even bigger discount, only HKD 66 in Kowloon and HKD 72 in Hong Kong Island. Follow the link to buy tickets for Hong Kong Airport Express via Klook. They also offer a combination of Airport Express and MTR passes. BY AIRPORT BUS: Another way to reach your hotel from the airport is with the Vigor airport shuttle bus. He will leave you in the designated hotels in Kowloon and on the island of Hong Kong for HKD 130 and HKD 140 respectively. But if you buy tickets in advance via Klook, it will only cost you HKD 117 in both areas. BY BUS: this is probably the cheapest way and one of the most convenient ways to reach the city. We stayed in a relative in Jordan the first night and the A22 bus left us a few meters from his apartment. The journey took less than an hour and cost 39 HKD one way, which we paid to use our practical Octopus cards. To reach the bus terminal at the airport, turn right as you go through customs and go down to the bottom. Take the elevator or stairs to the first floor and exit the building. The bus terminal is located across the street on your right. To find out which bus to take, you can use the point-to-point search function on the Citybus website. If you can take a bus to your destination, then it is also the best way to get back to the airport, especially if your flight is in the early hours of the morning when Airport Express is not yet in operation. BY TAXI / UBER: going by taxi or Uber is more convenient but it is also expensive. You can refer to this Hong Kong taxi transport guide for rate estimates. WITH PRIVATE TRANSFER: If you prefer to organize a private transfer to your hotel from the airport, you can book it in advance via Klook. Klook also offers many other transfer options. Follow the link to find out more airport transfer options in Hong Kong on Klook. WHERE TO EXCHANGE CURRENCY The monetary unit of Hong Kong is the Hong Kong dollar (HKD). The exchange rate at the Hong Kong airport is not very good, so change the currency enough to enter the city. If you stay in Kowloon, a good place to change your money is in Tsim Sha Tsui's Chungking Mansions (pictured below). Inside there are many exchange offices, all known for offering competitive rates. If you stay on the island of Hong Kong, the money changers of the World Wide House in Central are a good choice. You can also use your debit card to withdraw HKD. Exchange rates are comparable. This is what I intended to do, but my ATM card was still refused at the airport. I informed my bank that we were going on a trip, so this was not the problem. I discovered that my ATM card works in some countries, but not in others, so it's always a good idea to bring cash and / or credit cards as a backup. WHERE TO STAY IN HONG KONG We have been to many areas of Hong Kong over the years. The city's MTR system is so efficient that it's easy to get around wherever you are. But for beginners, it's better to stay on the Kowloon side or on the island of Hong Kong, near the port. Below are some of the most convenient areas to stay in Hong Kong, along with a color-coded map to help you better understand where each of these areas is located. (Note that the marked areas are only approximate)
KOWLOON SIDE "Kowloon side" refers to the area north of Victoria Harbor. It is considered the tourist center of Hong Kong with its myriad of shops and restaurants. If this is your first time in the city, then that's probably where you want to be. Tsim Sha Tsui Located in Kowloon, Tsim Sha Tsui is probably the most popular place for tourists in Hong Kong. It is where my family has always stayed whenever we went to Hong Kong during my childhood. There are many shops and restaurants here, especially along Nathan Road, as well as easy access to Victoria Harbor, where you'll find the most spectacular views of the Hong Kong skyline. Check out these sites for a list of accommodations in Tsim Sha Tsui: Yugo.pk | Booking.com | Agoda | AirBnB. Mong Kok Mong Kok is one of the best areas to stay in Hong Kong for budget travelers. It is not too far from Tsim Sha Tsui and there are many shopping opportunities in the area, such as the famous Tung Choi Street female market. If you like street food, then you'll have plenty to choose from here. Check out these sites for a list of accommodations in Mong Kok: Yugo.pk | Booking.com | Agoda | AirBnB. Jordan Ren's cousin works as a pilot for Hong Kong Airlines and that's where she lives. It is the area north of Tsim Sha Tsui and is home to numerous restaurants and flea markets. The southern end of the Temple Street night market is here, as is the jade market. We met some locals who think that the best from the city's pai dong are here in Jordan. Check out these sites for a list of accommodations in Jordan: Yugo.pk | Booking.com | Agoda | AirBnB. Yau Ma Tei Here was my last trip to Hong Kong. It is the area between Jordan and Mong Kok. Like the surrounding areas, Yau Ma Tei is home to many markets and restaurants, the most famous perhaps being the Temple Street night market. Deluxe House (around USD 47 per night) is a semi-modern hotel located along Nathan Road, a stone's throw from the MTR Yau Ma Tei station. The rooms are clean and comfortable but small, which is pretty much what you can expect from Hong Kong. You can book a room at Casa Deluxe Hotel on Booking.com or Agoda. If you want to stay in Yau Ma Tei but don't think this is the right hotel for you, you can check these sites for alternative listings: Yugo.pk | Booking.com | Agoda | AirBnB. HONG KONG ISLAND The island of Hong Kong is the site of the original British settlement. It is the economic center of the city with hundreds of skyscrapers and luxury skyscrapers. It looks more modern than the Kowloon side and could be the favorite place to stay for Hong Kong regulars. Causeway Bay If you like shopping, this is probably the best area to stay. It is a crowded and more elegant shopping area with many shopping centers, shops and restaurants. We stayed at the Mini Hotel Causeway Bay three years ago (about USD 53 a night). It is an elegant and trendy boutique hotel located just minutes from the high-end shopping centers of Causeway Bay. Check out my post on Mini Hotel Causeway Bay for more photos and information. You can book a room at Mini Hotel Causeway Bay via Booking.com or Agoda. If you don't think this is the right place for you, you can search for alternative directories in Causeway Bay on these sites: Yugo.pk | Booking.com | Agoda | AirBnB. Wan Chai My sister lived in Wan Chai decades ago, so I stayed there for months at a time. It is a convenient commercial area located right next to Causeway Bay. If you want easy access to shopping in Causeway Bay without having to pay too much for accommodation, then this is a good place to look. Check out these sites for a list of accommodations in Wan Chai: Yugo.pk | Booking.com | Agoda | AirBnB. Central The central district is the financial center of Hong Kong. Staying here will give you easy access to Lan Kwai Fong and the Peak Tram. Lan Kwai Fong is one of the most famous places to go clubbing and hopping while the Peak Tram is an iconic landmark that takes you to Victoria Peak for the best views of the city. Check out these sites for a list of accommodations in Central: Yugo.pk | Booking.com | AirBnB. THINGS TO DO IN HONG KONG 1. Explore Hong Kong’s Many Shopping Neighborhoods Hong Kong is a shopper's paradise. Ren and I are not big buyers, but we had fun exploring some of Hong Kong's many shopping districts like Causeway Bay, Soho, Temple Street night market, the female market (Tung Choi Street) and Sneaker Street (Fa Yuen Street). We learned that Sham Shui Po is a good area for fashion accessories and economic technology. We also learned that the famous section of Temple Street night market is actually its tourist part. If you keep walking along Temple Street and through the park, you will come to a section of the market where you can find the same products at half price. This is where the locals shop. For more tips, you can consult this shopping guide in Hong Kong from the highlights of China. 2. Explore the City on a Big Bus Tour I'm a big fan of these Hop on Hop Off tours. For me, they are the easiest and most convenient way to see the main attractions of a city. The double-decker buses run pre-established routes and you can get on and off as many times as you want at the designated stops for the duration of the pass. The Big Bus Tour will take you to Hong Kong's most famous attractions such as Peak Tram, Causeway Bay, Ladies' Market, Lan Kwai Fong and Repulse Bay. Follow the link for more information and to buy tickets for the Hong Kong Big Bus Tour on Klook. 3. Ride the Peak Tram to Sky Terrace 428 The Peak Tram is the steepest funicular in the world and one of the most famous tourist attractions in Hong Kong. It takes you to Victoria Peak and Sky Terrace 428 which boasts the most spectacular views of the city. I'm usually disappointed by observers like this, but the view from the Sky Terrace 428 was pretty spectacular. There are many shops, restaurants and other attractions in Victoria Peak, so you can easily spend a few hours there. Make sure you go on a weekday if you can because the queues on the weekend can be tremendously long. Check out my post on Victoria Peak for more photos and information. You can buy Peak Tram and Sky Terrace 428 tickets at the entrance, but you can get a discount if you buy them in advance via Klook. As described, the Peak Tram line can often be unbearably long, so you may also want to purchase a Fast Track pass. It will allow you to get around the line and get combined tickets for other attractions at Victoria Peak such as Madame Tussauds and the Museum of the Art of Chocolate. Follow the link for more information and to purchase the Fast Track passes on Klook. 4. Get a Drink Behind Bars at Tai Kwun If you like the arts, then a visit to the newly opened Tai Kwun in the Central District is a must. Nicknamed "Center for Heritage and the Arts", what makes Tai Kwun interesting is that it is housed in a historic police station and prison of the mid-19th century. The complex has been converted into cafes, galleries, exhibition spaces, design shops and exhibition venues, while preserving many of the old prison cells. They even converted the prison into a watering hole called "Behind Bars"! It's a fantastic concept and worth a visit, especially since entry is free with a Tai Kwun Pass. Follow the link to learn more about Tai Kwun and see what exhibits they have there. 5. Enjoy the View from Sky100 The skyline of Hong Kong is magnificent, so if the views on Sky Terrace 428 are not enough, you can hop on Sky100 which is a 360 ° internal observation platform on the 100th floor of the International Commerce Center in Kowloon. Called by CNN as one of 17 beautiful places to see in Hong Kong, shooting at its observatory will reward you with breathtaking views of the city and the harbor. Tickets are available at the gate but you can get a discount if you buy them in advance through Klook. If you want to have a snack at Cafe100 during your visit, you can also get a Sky100 combination package. Cafe100 is a Sky100 restaurant run by The Ritz-Carlton. 6. Catch a Parade at Hong Kong Disneyland We didn't go but Disneyland is obviously one of the main tourist attractions in Hong Kong and a must for many families. You can check out the Hong Kong Disneyland website for information on how to get there. Admission of one day to the park is usually 619 HKD for adults and 458 HKD for children, but you can get discounts if you buy advanced tickets on Klook. Food at theme parks can be expensive, so you may also be interested in getting Disneyland meal vouchers. 7. Eat Your Way through Kowloon I do a lot of research to find the best local gastronomic experiences before each trip. But no amount of digging online will ever beat local knowledge, especially when it comes to food. If you want the most profound and authentic experiences, I strongly suggest you take a gastronomic tour with an expert local. A chef's tour offers gastronomic tours in many cities around the world, including this 4.5-hour gastronomic dive in the streets of Kowloon. Taste Cantonese street food classics like curry fish balls, fun cheong, fried tofu and glutinous rice cakes. Check out my article on the Old Kowloon Eats gastronomic tour for more photos and information. 8. Listen to Jazz at Hong Kong’s Oldest Bar We don't usually go out to bars when we travel but when Ren's cousin invited us to this Hong Kong jazz bar, we had to take a look. Apparently, Ned Kelly's Last Stand in Tsim Sha Tsui (11A Ashley Rd) is not just a jazz bar, but also the OLDEST bar in Hong Kong. Named after an Australian outlaw, it is a western-style pub that plays live jazz every night and serves happy hour from 11:30 to 21:30. Pretty nice huh? Here is a short video I shot from the set of the night. 9. Take a Cooking Class Since we followed this cooking course in Vietnam, Ren and I have tried to find time for them wherever we went. Eating local food is one thing, but actually learning to prepare it is another. Simply put, there is no better way to learn about local cuisine than to take a cooking class. It's like looking under the kitchen hood. If you are interested in taking a cooking class in Hong Kong, then I suggest you look for one on Cookly. Cookly is a travel e-commerce platform that focuses only on cooking lessons, so for me there is no better place to look for one-day cooking lessons while traveling than on Cookly. Find out what lessons are available in Hong Kong. 10. Explore Hong Kong like a Local With the efficient public transport system in Hong Kong, it is easy to visit this city alone. But if you would like to dig under the surface and see what really makes it tick, then it is better to experiment with it with a local. Getaway Tailor offers tailor-made tours for Hong Kong. They will make your tour tailored to what you want to see and do, so if you would like to go on an Instagram shot or go shopping in Hong Kong, then they can create a tour just for you. You can contact them directly on Tailor Getaway. DAY TRIPS FROM THE CITY 1. Ride the Cable Car to Lantau Island and the Big Buddha Like Victoria Peak, the Tian Tan Buddha on the island of Lantau is one of Hong Kong's most famous attractions. It is an impressive spectacle at 34 meters high (112 feet). Most tourists go to the island of Lantau via Ngong Ping 360, which is often cited as one of the best and longest cable car rides in the world (5.7 km). In addition to the Big Buddha, the island is also known for the fishing village of Tai O which serves as a starting point for Chinese white dolphin observation tours. Chinese white dolphins are a species of pinkish-white dolphins originating from the waters of Hong Kong. Check out my post on the island of Lantau for more photos and information. You can buy tickets for the Ngong Ping 360 cable car at the entrance, but you can get discounts if you buy them in advance via Klook. 2. Explore Macau, the Las Vegas of Asia Macau is only about an hour from Hong Kong by fast ferry, which makes it a great day trip destination. Although it has emerged as the Las Vegas of Asia in recent years, there is much more to Macau than just gambling. Take a walk through Senado Square and you will see that the spirit of Old Macau is still very much alive. The Portuguese-influenced architecture is beautiful and the food is delicious. In fact, we enjoyed one of our best meals from this trip to Macau. Check out our Macau travel guide for more information and pictures. Our Macau travel guide explains how to visit Macao on your own, but if you want to take a guided tour, you can organize one through Klook. They offer this scenic tour of Macau that starts in Hong Kong and includes ferry transfers and lunch in a 4-star hotel. It might be worth looking into whether you prefer not to organize everything yourself and want to take advantage of a tour guide. Follow the link for more information and to book the scenic tour of Macao from Hong Kong on Klook. 3. Go Hiking and Enjoy a Seafood Feast on Lamma Island Many travelers know Lantau Island thanks to the Big Buddha (and Hong Kong Disneyland), but there are many other outlying islands in Hong Kong that you can explore. One of the most popular is Lamma Island. About 30 minutes by ferry from the island of Hong Kong, it offers scenic trails and some fantastic seafood. If you're in the mood for an easy hike, you can take a 20-minute ferry ride from Central Pier 4 to Yung Shue Wan on Lamma Island. You can then make the famous Lamma Island Family Trail that takes you from Yung Shue Wan to the fishing village of Sok Kwu Wan. The excursion lasts about two hours, after which you can reward yourself with a feast of fish. After lunch, you can explore more of the island or take the ferry to Hong Kong Island from the Sok Kwu Wan pier. 4. Cruise to Cheung Chau Island in a Chinese Junk I have been to both islands decades ago and Cheung Chau Island is actually quite similar in appeal to Lamma Island. Like Lamma, it is a popular place for excursions and indulging in seafood. However, I read that it gets busier than Lamma Island these days, especially on weekends. If you don't want to challenge the crowd, then you might want to visit the island on a short cruise aboard a traditional Chinese garbage. Available only on Fridays, it will take you from Central Pier 9 to Cheung Chau Island and return in less than two hours. But if you want to explore the island of Cheung Chau, you can opt for a one-way cruise ticket and take the ferry to Hong Kong island alone. Follow the link for more information and to buy tickets for the cruise on the island of Cheung Chau on Klook. They also offer similar cruises to Lamma Island (Wednesday only). 5. Hike the Dragon’s Back Dragon's Back is undoubtedly the most popular hiking trail in Hong Kong. This 4-hour hiking trail is so accessible and picturesque that it has been named the best urban excursion in Asia by Time Magazine. To reach the path, you need to take the MTR to Shau Kei Wan station. Proceed to exit A3 and take bus no. 9 for To Tai Wan which should be 11 stops later. From there, you can follow the path that leads to the Dragon's Back Trail. If you want to hike on the trail with a tour guide, you can buy a voucher for guided tours through Klook. Follow the link for more information and to book Dragon Back Trail vouchers on Klook. HONG KONG FOOD GUIDE Hong Kong is a food lovers' paradise. There is so much great food to discover here. If you're looking for the best and most authentic culinary experiences, check out our list of 19 unmissable restaurants and street food stalls in Hong Kong. It will tell you where to find great examples of Cantonese specialties like dim sum, char siu, roasted goose and Hong Kong handcart noodles. THE MICHELIN HONG KONG STREET FOOD GUIDE For the first time in 2016, Michelin Hong Kong has added a section dedicated to street food to its guide. We went to all 23 restaurants on that list, all of which you can consult on our Michelin Food Street guide in Hong Kong. The list has changed since then, but most of the 23 originals are still present. We will return to Hong Kong to update our guide, but in the meantime you can go to the official Michelin Guide for their latest list of recommended street food stalls in Hong Kong. WHERE TO EAT If you click on the links to the two previous food guides, you will find more than 30 recommended restaurants. That is too much for most people, so I have reduced them to our six favorites below. In my opinion, eating in these six places will give newbies a complete culinary experience in Hong Kong. 1. Yee Shun Milk Company Yee Shun Milk Company is known for these delicious steamed buffalo milk bowls. They are prepared using a special steam technique that produces a light and spongy milk pudding with a solidified milk sheet on top. It is so good and something we will definitely have on each trip back to Hong Kong. See our Hong Kong food guide for more photos and information about Yee Shun Milk Company. 2. One Dim Sum The dim sum appears (unofficially) as one of the two national dishes of Hong Kong, so no visit to this city can be complete without experiencing it at least once. Tim Ho Wan is the popular option and rightly so, but I recommend One Dim Sum less known but equally delicious in Mong Kok. Google "best dim dum in hong kong" and those two restaurants will appear in most search results. See our Hong Kong Food Guide to find out what to order at One Dim Sum. 3. Joy Hing Roasted Meat The char siu or roast pork is the main national dish of Hong Kong. The Siu Mei stores that sell char siu are ubiquitous in Hong Kong, but many believe that Joy Hing Roasted Meat in Wan Chai serves the best. They have been around since the end of the 19th century, so they certainly know what they are doing. You can check our food guide for more images and information about Joy Hing roast. 4. Yat Lok Another popular dish in Hong Kong is the roast goose. Like char siu, many siu mei stores offer roast goose, but Yat Lok, awarded a Michelin star, is known for serving some of the best in the city. Check out our comparative Yat Lok vs. article. Kam to find the best roast goose in Hong Kong. 5. Tung Po This is one of my favorite restaurants in Hong Kong. Tung Po is a covered dai pai dong, which is traditionally an outdoor food stand similar to a street vendor center. They are known for serving excellent Cantonese dishes, my favorites are seafood. Check out my article on Tung Po for more photos and information. 6. Mammy Pancake Puff pastry is a popular street food in Hong Kong, and one of the most addictive. They are similar to waffles, but they are shaped like bite-sized orbs made with egg-rich dough. They are very good and a fun snack to take away. Mammy Pancake is a street food stall recommended by Michelin with a reputation for making some of the best egg puffs in Hong Kong. HOW TO GET AROUND HONG KONG It is easy to get around Hong Kong using only the MTR. It is convenient and economical. We never got into a taxi or used Uber the whole week we were there. The MTR is quite easy to understand, but if you need to travel by bus, I suggest you use the Google Maps application (iOS | Android) to help you navigate. I have always found that bus systems are more confusing than trains, but this free application makes it much easier. It will tell you exactly how to get from one place to another using the public transport system of any city. As recommended, it is better to obtain an Octopus Card, especially if you plan to use public transport a lot. You will never have to get tickets for a single trip or fish for an exact change if you need to take the bus. It is also accepted in the Peak Tram and you can use it to travel in these iconic double-decker trams to travel between east and west on the island of Hong Kong. Octopus cards are available at any MTR station, although you can buy pre-loaded cards in advance through Klook. You can pick it up at the airport and it comes with HKD 50 preloaded. You can recharge it at any MTR station, participating convenience stores, fast food restaurants, coffee shops and many other places as well. Click on the link to go to the TRAVEL TIPS section for more information about the Octopus Card. Short-term travelers to Hong Kong can also purchase an MTR Tourist Day Pass that gives you unlimited access to the MTR for 24 hours. Like the preloaded Octopus Card, you can pick it up at the airport. Follow the link to get more information and buy an MTR tourist day pass through Klook. TRAVEL TIPS 1. Plan your Trip with Sygic Travel Do you find it tedious or daunting to plan the trip? If you do, then this free travel planning application can make your task easier. It allows you to pin points of interest on a map so you can see where everything is. That way, you can easily organize attractions and restaurants during the day to create an efficient itinerary. I've been using Sygic Travel for five years and I love it. See my full publication in the Sygic Travel application for more information. 2. Rent a Pocket Wifi Device Being able to connect to the Internet is very important these days, especially when traveling. It helps you maximize your time there by allowing you to research, navigate and find the best places to eat. In Hong Kong, that is the key. We never go anywhere now without first renting a pocket wifi device. You can connect to the Internet by renting a pocket Wi-Fi device or buying a SIM card. Personally, we prefer the former, but it's fine anyway. Whatever you prefer, you can get it through Klook. They offer many wifi options in Hong Kong, so be sure to check the list and find the one that is most convenient for you. You can pick it up in Hong Kong or in your home country. 3. Get an Octopus Card Ren's cousin tells us that all it takes to survive in Hong Kong is a cell phone and an Octopus card. She was right. This incredibly convenient card can be used for so many things in Hong Kong. We bought them mainly for public transport, but you can use them for taxis, supermarkets, convenience stores, cafes and even bookstores. There are different types of Octopus cards but we got the standard that costs 150 HKD. It is available at MTR stations and comes with 100 HKD of initial stored value and a deposit of HKD 50 which you can repay at the end of the journey. Conveniently, it can be recharged not only in MTR stations, but also in convenience stores, fast food restaurants, cafeterias and other value-added service providers. Octopus cards are so comfortable that getting one is a must on every trip to Hong Kong. Even if you don't use public transport so much, it's still useful to have them because you can use them to pay for other things. As described, Octopus cards are available at any MTR station although it is possible to buy pre-loaded cards in advance via Klook. You can pick it up at the airport and it comes with preloaded HKD 50. 4. Invest in an iVenture Card I didn't know about this until after our trip, but if you're going to visit Hong Kong and Macao, you might want to invest in an iVenture card. Available in 3 or 5 day passes, it is basically a prepaid attraction pass that saves you the total cost of many of the main tourist attractions in Hong Kong and Macao, such as Peak Tram, Ngong Ping 360, Sky100 and Macau Tower, just for Name a few. You can buy it on the iVenture Card website, but you can save on the cost if you get it through Klook. Follow the link for more information on participating attractions and to purchase the iVenture card through Klook. 5. Get Discount Tickets There are many websites that offer discount passes for tours and services worldwide, but in Hong Kong, my absolute favorite is Klook. They are located in Hong Kong, so for me, there is no one better. On this trip, we bought three offers from Hong Kong in Klook: pocket wifi rental, Ngong Ping 360 and Peak Tram tickets, and we were happy with all of them. Klook is based in Hong Kong, so, in my opinion, there is no better company to buy travel deals to Hong Kong than Klook. They have the best and widest selection with excellent prices everywhere. Here is a list of some of the most popular Klook deals in Hong Kong: 6. Get Travel Insurance Obtaining travel insurance is something we think about before each trip. It really depends on where we are going and, more importantly, what we will do. For a quick trip to Hong Kong just by buying and eating dim sum, we may not get it. Our credit cards give us free (but limited) travel insurance anyway. But if we plan to do crazier things like swimming with sharks or boxing with kangaroos, then we will definitely adopt a policy. When we feel we need it, we buy World Nomads or SafetyWing insurance. Both are reliable travel medical insurance companies used by many digital nomads. See my article on why we buy travel insurance for more information. You can follow the links to get a free quote from World Nomads or SafetyWing. 7. Bring the Right Power Adapter Hong Kong has type G electrical sockets, so be sure to bring the appropriate power adapters for your devices. The electrical voltage is 220V and the standard frequency is 50Hz. Have fun! I've been to Hong Kong many times, but I still don't consider myself an expert. However, I hope you find this guide helpful and help you plan your trip. I just share some of the things I learned from all our visits there. If you have any questions or would like to add something, let us know in the comments section below. We invite you to join our Facebook travel group as well. 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