Outline Internet has revolutionized the way people communicate and act together as a group, theoretically allowing more power to individuals and groups to access information, share thoughts and promote personal and social agenda. China has also seen tremendous penetration of
You know you’re in Hong Kong when…
My little sister sent me her short list of "you know you’re in Hong Kong when…" summarizing some of her cross-cultural observations as a tourist in Hong Kong. Have a look (with some minor adjustments) : When you have nightmares
Hong Kong visit summary : 7 days suggested itinerary
(last updated March 2013, see the Hong Kong summary post for summary of posts about HK, see the Hong Kong category for more recent posts on HK) Following is a summary of the posts of my little sister’s
The most bizarre farewell to Hong Kong – Noah’s Ark
My sister’s flight back was in the afternoon, so I was trying to think – what can we do in the morning on the way to the airport. Recent news announced a brand new attraction in Hong Kong – a
Hong Kong Shopping Malls – Longham Place, Admiralty and social contrasts
Hong Kong has some gigantic malls. One of my favorite monstrosities is Longham Place in Mongkok where I sometimes go for movies or to get away for some aircon coffee from the busy noisy Mongkok streets. After some shopping
Aberdeen and Jumbo Floating Restaurants
I’m not entirely sure why, but Aberdeen is on most of the tourist guidebooks as a Hong Kong top attraction. I’ve never really considered the concept of a floating restaurant or a dinner sail too appealing, but since we were
Touring Hong Kong’s Stanley : Market, Tin Hau Temple, Maritime Museum
Weather forecast alerted that it’s going to be a rainy day, but we decided to go against odds and visit the Stanley market to see if we can find some nice souvenirs to bring back home and tour the area
Chillin’ out at Sai Kung Clear Water Bay beach
On our 7th day together, after a few hectic days of running around Hong Kong, all my little sister wanted was to chill-out at the beach. Not too far away from the university are the lovely Sai Kung Clear Water
Visiting Hong Kong’s Ocean Park
It’s hard to say what Ocean Park is. Is it an amusement park? a zoo? an aquarium sea-world? while there is some problem defining what it is, there’s no doubt it’s terrific fun and a wonderful day out in Hong
Nan Lian Garden, Chi Lin Nunnery Veggie Food and Hollywood Plaza
On the night of my little sister’s 5th day in Hong Kong, I promised her I’ll finally take her to a decent veggie place. Looking up the various English websites, there was a general agreement that Chi Lin Nunnery’s Veggie