Guest siamsusie Posted June 30, 2011 Share Posted June 30, 2011 Members additions and recommendations are very welcome please. http://www.airlinequality.com/AirportRanking/hkg.htm Cathay Pacific Airways UK Website http://www.cathaypacific.com/cpa/en_GB/homepage Cathay Pacififc Airways Australia Website http://www.cathaypacific.com/cpa/en_AU/homepage Seat Reviews :http://www.airlinequality.com/Product/Yseat-CX.htm Airline Review: http://www.airlinequality.com/Forum/cathay.htm Airport Review: http://www.airlinequality.com/Airports/Airport_forum/hkg.htm CATHAY PACIFIC CHILDREN AND BABIES AIRLINE POLICY See Post No 7 Inflight Laptop Power Inflight laptop power 110 V AC PC Power: Need to keep your laptop computer running at full speed onboard? We offer you inflight laptop power! This service is available to all passengers in all classes on long-haul flight. The voltage is 110V AC, maximum power output is 100 watts. 15 V DC PC Power: When travelling on regional flight equipped with DC power, you need to have your own universal air power adaptor that plugs into an "empower" socket. This is different from your terrestrial power charger, and can purchase on the ground at major computer store. The voltage is 15V DC, maximum power output is 75 watts. Enquire about availability when you check-in for your Cathay Pacific flight. Frequent Flyer.. Marco Polo Club http://www.cathaypacific.com/cpa/en_HK/ffp/mpo Currency:HKD.. Currency Converter ..http://www.xe.com/ucc/ Interactive Map of Hongkong Airport which includes shopping and dining http://www.hongkongairport.com/eng/interactive-map.html Visa: Nationals of the US, Europe, Australia and New Zealand don’t require a visa to enter Hong Kong for stays of 90 days, six months for UK nationals. You will need six months validity on your passport. UK Embassy Hongkong: http://ukinhongkong.fco.gov.uk/en/about-us/our-consulate-general/contact-us Australian Embassy Hongkong:http://www.dfat.gov.au/missions/countries/hk.html Pay-in Lounge You can now relax and indulge yourselves at the first arrival pay-in lounge, the Plaza Premium Lounge, located at the central access way (non-restricted area) between the two terminals. Offering a wide range of relaxations, including hot showers, all day food and beverage, beauty and massage services, the brand new lounge is the first lounge tailored for all passengers and airport users. It is easily accessible from Terminal 1 via the central access adjacent to the Airport Express Station (To City) or from Terminal 2 near the Coach Station Hall on Level 3. Location : Level 3, Ground Transportation Centre (Near Airport Express Station (To City) or Coach Station, Terminal 2) (non-restricted area) Telephone : +852 3559 1108 Service Hours : 24 hours Website : www.plaza-network.com Email : enquiry.pplhk@plaza-network.com A 15,000 sq. ft. flagship lounge offers full amenities under one roof and a secluded area for VVIPs to enjoy the tranquility as well as privacy during travel. This includes showers, massage, spa, dining, wifi, rest areas, tv... see link http://www.plaza-network.com/index.php/locations/hongkong Travellers Lounge West Hall , 6W524, Departures Level, Terminal 1 Hong Kong International Airport (after Gate 35) Open 24 hrs daily Plaza Shower & Relaxation Lounge 7W509, Departures Level 7, Terminal 1 Hong Kong International Airport (after Gate 60) • Opening Hours : 24 hours Daily • Tel : (852) 2261 2608 • Email : enquiry.pplhk@plaza-network.com Plaza Premium Lounge Arrival Hall An airport lounge at the Arrival Hall takes care of passengers with late or early morning flights - a decent place to stay, rest and refresh after hotel check-out or early arrival in Hong Kong. 4G024 Ground Transportation Centre Hong Kong International Airport (beneath Airport Express Platform, connecting Terminal 1 and 2 • Opening Hours : 24 hours Daily • Tel : (852) 3559 1108 • Email : enquiry.pplhk@plaza-network.com This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Regal Airport Hotel The Regal Airport Hotel is connected to Terminal 1 by an air-conditioned bridge. The hotel provides superb accommodations with 1,171 rooms, extensive meeting and conference facilities and an extensive array of high quality restaurants and bars serving Cantonese, Shanghainese, Western and international cuisines. Location : 9 Cheong Tat Road Hong Kong International Airport Telephone : +852 2286 8888 Fax : +852 2286 8686 Service Hours : 24 hours Website : www.regalhotel.com Email : rah.info@regalhotel.com Regal Airport Hotel SkyCity Marriott Hotel Novotel Citygate Hong Kong Hong Kong Hotels Association Information Counters AsiaWorld-Expo World Trade Centre - Hong Kong International Airport Children Play Areas The colourful children's play areas provide young passengers with a feast of fun during their stay at Hong Kong International Airport. Location : Between Gate 23 and 25, Departures Level, Terminal 1 Location : Between Gate 509 and 510, Departures Level, North Satellite Concourse Children’s TV lounges Young passengers can watch cartoons and other shows at four Children's TV Lounges near Gate 1, 15, 40 and 60 while they wait for their flights to board. A number of fun games are also available. Location : Near Gate 1, 15, 40 and 60, Departures Level, Terminal 1 Internet and business facilities Wi-Fi Internet access Stay connected at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) before boarding your flight! You can enjoy free wireless Internet access at Terminal 1 and 2, North Satellite Concourse and SkyPier using your Wi-Fi enabled device. Click here for details. Offering extensive in-terminal wireless broadband coverage, HKIA is one of a handful of major international airports where passengers enjoy free wireless Internet access. Miniature gardens and resting lounges Passengers wishing to rest in a relaxing green environment can visit the miniature gardens and resting lounges on the Departures Level near Gate 21, 26, 34, 41 and 61. Green plants with comfortable seating are available to rejuvenate tired passengers and airport users. Smoking Lounges Smoking in the terminals is prohibited by Hong Kong law, except in the designated smoking lounges at the restricted areas of Terminal 1. Battery recharge service 194 charging points at Hong Kong International Airport allow passengers to conveniently charge their notebook computers and other communication devices while enjoying the free Wi-Fi internet service at the airport. The charging points are situated at 53 locations either at seating areas or adjacent to public phone from Level 4 to 6 of Terminal 1. To enjoy the service, please be reminded to bring along an adaptor that complies with Hong Kong’s specific safety requirements, i.e. 3-rectangular-pin fused plug rated at 13A. Mobile phone and notebook computer battery recharge service is available at Aisle H in the Check-in Hall on Level 7 of Terminal 1 at a reasonable cost. Please contact Worldwide Flight Services on its 24-hour hotline (+852 2261 2727) to request for the service. Health and medical services The Airport Medical Centre, operated by Raffles Medical Group, provides a comprehensive range of health care services including standard clinic consultations, X-ray/ laboratory services, first aid/ emergency services, stretcher services, vaccination and physiotherapy. For a full list of medical services and corresponding fees, or for other enquiries and appointments, please contact the Centre. Location : Room 6T004 & 6T009, non-restricted areas of Terminal 1 Telephone : +852 2261 2626 Service Hours : 07:00 – 24:00 Nursing rooms Parents with tiny tots can freshen up in the airport's well-appointed nursing rooms. 33 nursery rooms, equipped with changing and feeding facilities, are located throughout the terminals and SkyPier - 21 in Terminal 1, five in Terminal 2, five in North Satellite Concourse and two at SkyPier. Baby stroller rental Baby strollers are available for hire at Hong Kong International Airport. The service can be procured through your travel agent, airline, airline’s handling agent or Worldwide Flight Services, which operates a 24-hour hotline (+852 2261 2727). Electric vehicles A fleet of 14 electric vehicles operates in the restricted area of the Arrivals and Departures Levels to carry passengers to and from the aircraft gates at a reasonable charge. This service is provided by Worldwide Flight Services. Departing passengers can procure the service at the two service counters at both ends of Departures East Hall, Level 6, Terminal 1. Arriving passengers can contact the operator on its 24-hour hotline (+852 2261 2727) to request for the service. Wheelchair service A wheelchair service is available for departing, arriving, transfer and transit passengers. The service can be procured through your travel agent, airline, airline’s handling agent or Worldwide Flight Services, which operates a 24-hour hotline (+852 2261 2727). Unaccompanied minors service An unaccompanied minors service is available to guide and assist juvenile passengers (under the age of 14). Departing youngsters are accompanied from the Ground Transportation Centre (GTC) or car parks, all the way to the Check-in Hall and the departures gate. Arriving young passengers can be met at the arrivals gate and escorted to the GTC or car parks. You can contact Worldwide Flight Services on its 24-hour hotline (+852 2261 2727) to request for the service. Post Office Sending a postcard or mailing a last minute letter is easy at Hong Kong International Airport. The Post Office is conveniently located in the Check-in Hall of Terminal 1. In addition to the box at the Post Office, you can also drop your postal items in three other post boxes at the following locations: Location : Departures East Hall, Level 6, opposite Alfred Dunhill, Terminal 1 Departures West Hall, Level 6, near Gate 41, Terminal 1 Departures Hall, Level 5, near Customer Services Centre, Terminal 2 Terminal 2 Banking: Bank Of China..HSBC.. Travelex Travelex Worldwide Money Travelex Financial & Travel Services Centre offers one-stop and integrated services catered to travel and financial services needs of travellers and clients. In addition to an extensive array of money exchange and travel-related products and services, including purchase and sale of more than 30 foreign currency banknotes, Travelex is also expanding its insurance product range to cover accident, health and personal lines. Terminal 1 Departures East Hall, Level 6 Restricted Area 06:30 - 23:30 Terminal 1 Departures West Hall, Level 6 Restricted Area 07:00 - 23:15 http://www.hongkongairport.com/eng/shopping/insideshopping/all/money/trav.html 4D Extreme Screen With about 360 seats, the 4D Extreme Screen is equipped with state-of-the-art 3D projection system supplemented with seven multi-sensory special effects providing audiences with unique experience beyond any normal theatre. The size of the projection screen is the largest 4D screen in Asia. Terminal 2 Level 6 Non-restricted Area 11:00 - 22:00 AVIATION Discovery Centre The Aviation Discovery Centre (ADC) is targeted to provide a channel for visitors to discover the fascinating aviation related topics with focus on the aviation development of Hong Kong through fun and exciting settings. The ADC is decorated throughout with aviation themed exhibits and graphics with attractions including a HKIA visitor centre, SkyDeck, Interactive Kiosks, Cockpit Simulator, a full-motion plane-cabin ride simulator 4D Motion Ride and many more. Terminal 2 Level 6 Non-restricted Area 11:00 - 22:00 i-Sports i-Sports offers various one-of-a-kind sports simulators such as soccer, basketball, golf, boxing, skiing, car racing, shooting... which welcome beating challenges from amateurs to professionals. Other prize catchers and photo machines are also available for leisure visitors. i-Sports, the most enjoyable place in the airport for passengers and visitors who want to have fun and challenge under the wholesome environment. Terminal 2 Level 6 Non-restricted Area 11:00 - 21:00 Playstation @Gateway PlayStation® Gateway, the only dedicated special gaming area to be found within an airport in Asia, lets you play free of charge to your heart's content with the next generation PS3™, PSP® games and games with the themes of aviation, transportation and movies. You can even enjoy the free latest PSP® trail games download service at PlayStation® Spot. Besides, there is a high-definition family cinema playing the latest movie and game trailer to bring you the totally different gaming experience free of charge! Terminal 2 Level 6 Non-restricted Area 11:00 - 22:00 SKY CITY NINE EAGLES GOLF COURSE SkyCity Nine Eagles Golf Course is a unique leisure facility of Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) nearby Terminal 2 and adjacent to AsiaWorld-Expo. It is the Hong Kong's first nine-hole golf created to United States Golf Association standards and offers a relaxing amenity to passengers and users of HKIA. Inspired by the world's famous 17th hole at the Tournament Payers Club in Sawgrass, Florida, the Nine Eagles adds a new dimension to the Hong Kong golf scene with a signature hole, Island Green. Situated on an island in the middle of an artificial lake, this signature hole is unique in Hong Kong. Other services include: • Nine Eagles Golf Academy running by acclaimed golf instructors • Equipment rental • Baggage storage • A Thai restaurant • A pro-shop • Flood lighting system allowing swing and putt at night Oriental Massage Centre Only massage centers in the airport providing oriental style foot, head and shoulder massage service. The reflexology value is attributed to improving the health conditions as well as easing muscle pain for airport passengers especially for long haul flights. Terminal 1 Departures West Hall, Level 6 Restricted Area 07:30 - 22:30 beauty express Beauty Express offers a streamlined selection of “quick pick” beauty products and exclusive travel sets for the newly arrived and transit passengers. Terminal 1 Arrivals Pre-immigration Hall, Level 5 Restricted Area 07:30 - 23:00 Wellness Salon Either you simply want to pamper yourself during weekends or need to take a flight in the airport, you can enjoy our hair and beauty services, seated and foot massage in SkyPlaza at Terminal 2 to relax and renew your body and soul. Terminal 2 Level 3 Non-restricted Area 09:00 - 21:00 3150 8146 7/11 Shops SkyPier Shop 106, Level 4 Restricted Area 07:30 - 22:00 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest siamsusie Posted June 30, 2011 Share Posted June 30, 2011 HongKong Getting Around In just 23min the Airport Express train connects Hong Kong International Airport with Hong Kong station in Central, stopping in Kowloon along the way. It's possibly the most convenient airport transport on earth, with the train leaving from inside the arrivals hall. On the way back you can check your bags in at the train stations in Central and Kowloon many hours before heading out to the airport, and go sightseeing with just your hand luggage. There's also a 35min Cityflyer airbus, and cheaper public buses: A21, best for Kowloon, and A11, for Hong Kong Island. Hotel shuttle buses and taxis are another more expensive option. Hong Kong's public transport system is a tourist attraction in its own right: there are old harbour ferries and narrow trams, ultra modern trains and the world's longest escalator. If you can't get from A to B with style in Hong Kong, you're not trying. Getting There And Away Most international travellers arrive and depart via Hong Kong International Airport. Travellers to and from mainland China can use ferry, road or rail links ( below ) to Guangdong and points beyond. Hong Kong can be reached from Macau via ferry or helicopter. When To Go Weatherwise, October, November and most of December are the best months to visit Hong Kong; the skies are clear and the sun shines. The June to August heat/rain combo might push your endurance but there's a lot of sunshine and, after all, it's summer. Hotels tend to offer substantial discounts outside the high seasons of March-April and October-November. Travel can be difficult during Chinese New Year in late January/early February. What To Do In HongKong Family Budget Hotels http://www.family-travel-scoop.com/hong-kong-family-hotels.html Best Restaurants in Hong Kong on a Budget http://gohongkong.about.com/od/wheretoeatinhk/tp/bestrestaurants_budget.htm Cheapest Places to eat http://matadornetwork.com/nights/cheap-eats-in-hong-kong/ http://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/attractions/hk-peak.html The Peak There's a reason why The Peak is one of the most popular attractions in Hong Kong: It is absolutely incredible! Looking down from The Peak you'll be amazed by the spectacular view of the surrounding city skyline, the world-famous Victoria Harbour and Kowloon, towering skyscrapers and peaceful green hillsides. Getting there is an unforgettable trip. There's nothing in the world like the Peak Tram. Pulled by steel cables, the tram climbs 373 metres (about 1,200 feet). It's so steep that the buildings you pass look like they're leaning! Whether you're going up or coming down, you'll love this trip. http://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/attractions/images/victoria-harbour-main.jpg Magical Victoria Harbour Victoria Harbour is one of Hong Kong's greatest assets, a jewel that people marvel at, no matter how many times they visit the city. People come from all over the world to see and admire it. Symphony of Lights – the Hong Kong Symphony of Lights is reputed to be the world’s largest sound and light show and features a blaze of lights and lasers from some of Hong Kong’s most famous skyscrapers. Held every evening at 8pm, the show can best be viewed from the Tsim Sha Tsui promenade. Stroll along Hollywood Road – Hollywood Road on Hong Kong island is famed for its great array of antique shops. From high-end Chinese antique shops to little stalls selling dusty trinkets, there’s a lot to see. Spend a leisurely afternoon strolling around the shops along Hollywood Road and the nearby Upper Lascar Row. Hollywood Road is also home to my favourite temple in Hong Kong: the wonderfully atmospheric Man Mo temple. It may not look like much from the outside but step inside for a truly enchanting experience. Disneyland http://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/attractions/outlying-hongkong-disneyland.html Tips: Get a time, why wait in line? Learn how FASTPASS can save your place in line! Simply insert your park admission ticket into Disney’s FASTPASS stations at participating attractions, then you can leave, enjoy the Park and return later during your given times. Park Opening Hours: 10:00am to 8:00pm (Please visit Hong Kong Disneyland website for details) Especially for Kids Space Museum http://www.lcsd.gov.hk/CE/Museum/Space/e_index.htm Science Museum http://hk.science.museum/eindex.php Kowloon Leisure & Cultural Centre http://www.lcsd.gov.hk/parks/kp/en/swimming_pool.php Ocean Park http://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/attractions/hk-ocean-park.html Opened in 1977, Ocean Park Hong Kong is one of Hong Kong's favourite attractions, featuring rides, exhibits and conservation facilities. Ocean Park is located on the southern side of Hong Kong Island, covering more than 870,000 square metres of land. There are three attraction areas, which are the Lowland, the Headland and Tai Shue Wan. The three areas are connected by a cable car, outdoor escalator which is the second longest in the world and Ocean Express. Tram Tours Rock, rattle and roll along the front of Hong Kong Island, or take a detour around Happy Valley. Hong Kong’s trams may be crowded, slow and noisy, but they are terrific for sightseeing. http://traveldk.com/hong-kong/dk/trams-3 Free Things To Do Stroll Tsim Sha Tsui's Waterfront: A pedestrian promenade stretches from the Star Ferry eastward along the Sha Tsui and Tsim Sha Tsui East waterfront, providing close-up views of the harbor and Hong Kong Island with its skyscrapers. After dark, this is a wonderful romantic stroll, with the lights of Hong Kong Island shimmering across the water. A bonus: Every evening at 8pm, Hong Kong puts on a spectacular laser-and-light show projected from skyscrapers on both sides of the harbor. The best place to see this colorful extravaganza? On the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront. Get Cultured at the Hong Kong Cultural Center: Free family shows on Saturdays from 3 to 5pm, which may feature Chinese dance, a magic show, or music, and Thursday Happy Hour from 6 to 7pm spotlighting local groups performing Chinese classical music, puppetry, and other acts, are great entertainment. Get Up Early to Watch Tai Chi: Before breakfast, head to one of Hong Kong's many parks to watch people going through the slow, graceful motions of tai chi. For the best viewing, go to Kowloon Park, Hong Kong Park, Victoria Park, or the Zoological and Botanical Gardens. You can even participate in free practice sessions, held four mornings a week on the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront promenade and once a week in Admiralty. Explore Hong Kong's Parks: Hong Kong's parks are destinations in themselves, offering a wide range of free activities and attractions. Among the most unique are Kowloon Walled City Park, once a no-man's land of slums and now a Chinese garden; Kowloon Park, with free kung fu demonstrations and a small arts fair on Sundays; and Hong Kong Park, with a huge aviary and the Museum of Tea Ware.Expand Your Horizons at Hong Kong's Museums: A Museum Pass allowing entry to seven major museums, covering everything from Chinese art and Hong Kong's history to space, science, and cultural life in the New Territories, costs just HK$30 (US$3.90/£1.95). Or, go on Wednesday, when these same museums are absolutely free. Ladies Market Martyna Szmytkowska Probably Hong Kong's most famous market, and one of the best for visiting tourists to soak up the hustle and bustle of a Chinese market. Despite the name, the markets sells clothes for men and women and plenty of cheap Chinese curios, as well as being one of the locations for Hong Kong's buzzing trade in copies and fakes. Tung Choi Street, Mongkok. Night Market Temple Street Mongkok A night market selling mostly gadgets and small electronic items, including a wide-range of second-hand mobile phones. The streets surrounding the market are transformed at night into one big, open-air restaurant, as street food sellers set tables for hungry shoppers. Stanley Market Stanley market is Hong Kong market shopping for beginners. Geared towards tourists hunting for souvenirs, it doesn't have the rough and tumble of a real city market or the hardcore haggling. That's not to say it's not worth a visit, the Chinese styled gifts and I Love Hong Kong souvenirs are a good place to stock up for friends back home and it's a good place to test your bargaining skills before hitting a more intense market. Cat Street Market Some claim this is an antiques treasure trove, others that it's one big flea market. Stalls sell jade, coins, posters and lots of old looking Chinese bits and pieces, although for the most part they were probably made yesterday in Guangdong. Upper Lascar Row, Sheung Wan. Wan Chai Street Market One of the biggest outdoor markets on Hong Kong Island, Wan Chai Street Market sells a variety of everything, from kids toys, to Chinese clothes, making it one big, low-cost department store. Locals still shop here and prices remain fair. Tai Yuen Street, Mongkok. Golden Shopping Arcade Martyna Szmytkowska Probably Hong Kong's best computer market, and there is plenty of competition, the Golden Arcade features hundreds of independent stores, flogging the best in computer technology at fairly low prices. Be prepared, the arcade is a maze and almost always packed, on top of that sellers can be aggressive. Check out our guide to buying electronics in Hong Kong, for some tips. Fuk Wa Street, Sham Shui Po Stanley Village Probably the most popular day out from Hong Kong proper, Stanley Village Hong Kong is just a forty minute bus ride from Central. Once a quaint fishing village, this seaside town is popular with moneyed locals, and is now host to a string of restaurants and bars along its waterfront promenade. Famed for both its market and its beaches, Stanley Village Hong Kong is well worth a trip if you're spending more than a couple of days in Hong Kong. Stanley is only served by buses and light minbuses and not by the MTR, yet. You can find out where to catch the bus and which service in our How to Get to Stanley article. What to See? Stanley Market – Firmly geared to tourists, Stanley Market is generally overpriced and features a poor selection compared to other Hong Kong markets. However, the rabbit warren of streets is attractive, and during weekends is positively bursting with tourists. Stanley Market is the best place for picking up T-Shirts and keyrings, as well as everything in between, with your name inscribed in elegant Chinese lettering. Murray House – Amazingly moved here brick by brick from Central, this beautifully restored former colonial barracks now hosts restaurants and bars, as well as the Hong Kong Maritime Museum. The various columns stood outside are the few pieces that the architects couldn't slot back into the jigsaw. You'll see the columned building standing at the end of Stanley Main Street. Stanley Main Beach – The major attraction for locals, Stanley Main Beach is set on the far side of the town, but reached on foot in just ten minutes from Stanley proper along Stanley Beach Road. The beach is sandy, the water reasonably clean and armed with shark nets, but the beach tends to fill up quickly at weekends. Stanley Military Cementary – The final resting place for many British, Canadian and Hong Kong soldiers who died defending the then colony against invading Japanese forces in 1941, or in the subsequent Japanese occupation, the graveyard is a moving and lasting memorial to their heroism. There are also graves dating back as far as the 1850's. The graveyard is along Wong Ma Kok Road. Exploring Lantau Island Lantau Island is the biggest of the 230 or so islands belonging to the territory of Hong Kong. Take the MRT to Tung Chung, and make your way towards the Po Lin Monastery through a 30-minutes cable car ride called the Ngong Ping 360. There is a cultural village at Ngong Ping where you can have refreshment and shop for souvenirs, but the main treat is the Giant Buddha statue. This extraordinary statue is 34 metres high, and visitors can climb the 268 steps to reach the platform where the Buddha is seated. For those more adventurous, skip the cable car ride and enjoy the natural hiking trail through the hills. Bargain Hunting at Tung Chung Factory Outlets Back from your exploration at the Lantau Island, take a quick stop at Tung Chung MTR Station and explore the CityGate Shopping Mall, Hong Kong 1st outlet mall. There are plenty of outlet factories here, which means cheap, quality bargains you won’t find elsewhere. Unlike the street-side vendors and shops at Mong Kok, the goods here are not fake. It is also significantly less cramped, which means less competition in search for that great bargain. Nightlife at Lan Kwai Fong A buzzing center of clubs, bars and restaurants, this buzzing estate of trendy establishment is a popular hangout place for the night owls, both locals and tourists. Located smack in the middle of Hong Kong’ Central area, the place is always crowded every night. You can also find various bistros and pubs around the area, serving midnight supper and snacks for bar-goers till late at night. Victoria Peak Take the extremely steep Peak Tram and head towards Victoria Peak to enjoy a scenic view of Hong Kong. Up at the Peak, there is the Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum and also the recently renovated Peak Tower, housing an array of shops and establishments for your enjoyment. There are also various hiking trails and the Sky Terrace from which you can enjoy the best view in Hong Kong! Mystic Reading at Temple Street The Temple Street at night is filled with various fortune tellers who can give you readings for around HK50 to 100. They consists of a varied bunch with differing skills, from reading of tea leaves and palms to Tarot cards and the traditional fortune teller based on your birth date and Chinese zodiac. Some of the more popular ones have queues up to an hour or so, and one stall I saw was fully booked for the rest of the week! I’m pleased to say that my reading was about 75% accurate, and it was right on target on the more important questions! The Best Hong Kong Beaches http://www.travel-budget-asia.com/hong-kong-beaches.html There are the Hong Kong beaches worthy of a visit and some even as good as the very best beaches in the world. But they vary wildly in quality from pristine to polluted. Tailoring Jim's Tailor Workshop Jim's may not receive the publicity of some of its more PR driven competitors, but they remain a firm favorite amongst Hong Kong expats and locals alike. Hong Kong's expats are a demanding lot and will easily take their money elsewhere, the fact that so many choose to keep their custom with Jim's is testament to the reliable and consistent service they offer. Address: Shop 37-38, 1/F, Admiralty Centre, 18 Harcourt Centre, Admiralty. Raja Fashions Famed as much for his tailoring, as for his offbeat ads and larger than life personality, Raja's excellent service and value for money prices have seen the business double in size since the Hong Kong handover. Raja regularly makes tours of both the UK and the US and now has an established presence in both countries. Raja continues to guarantee the best service and quality, while his prices are generally more competitive than his rivals. Address: 34-C Cameron Road, Tsim Sha Tsui. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest37336 Posted June 30, 2011 Share Posted June 30, 2011 Susie. These are great and very helpful threads, many thanks matey. If you ever do one about Heathrow I guess it could be summed up in one or two words, of which I can't use because of the forum being family orientated.:mad: But seriously, great stuff, keep it up. Keeps me interested for hours, bit of an anorak with airports and airlines me,:embarrassed: Cheers Tony.:wubclub: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest37336 Posted June 30, 2011 Share Posted June 30, 2011 The one thing that I love about the place Susie is the views it allows you. Stunning, especially when a mist or fog is on the horizon. The pic included is where I normally sit and just stare across to the mountains and city, truly fascinating. Cheers Tony. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest siamsusie Posted July 9, 2011 Share Posted July 9, 2011 Updated Sights An ultramodern city with plenty of ancient soul. Hong Kong has enough towering urbanity, electric streetscapes, enigmatic temples, commercial fervour and cultural idiosyncrasies to utterly swamp the senses of a visitor, and enough spontaneous, unexpected possibilities to make a complete mockery of any attempt at a strictly organised itinerary. Hotel Panorama www.hotelpanorama.com.hk Worth a look if the Royal Garden is full, this massive new high-rise hotel in the heart of TST offers great harbour views over to the Island from plush rooms. Apart from a sky garden and bar though, the facilities disappoint. Chi Lin Nunnery One of the most beautiful and arresting built environments in Hong Kong, this large Buddhist complex, originally dating from the 1930s, was rebuilt completely of wood in the style of the Tang dynasty in 1998. It is a serene place, with lotus ponds, immaculate bonsai tea plants and bougainvillea and silent nuns delivering offerings of fruit and rice to Buddha and arhats (Buddhist disciple freed from the cycle of birth and death) or chanting behind intricately carved screens. Hong Kong Museum of History www.hk.history.museum For a whistlestop overview of the territory's archaeology, natural history, ethnography and local history, this museum is well worth a visit, not only to learn more about the subject but to understand how Hong Kong presents its history to itself and the world. Yun Fu No other place does Chinese food in such a fun way. Entering the restaurant through the stone staircase feels like travelling back to the time of Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. After an exotic cocktail garnished with dry seahorses or lizards, your appetite should be whetted for goose liver soaked in dark soy sauce and sliced duck fillet wrapped in tofu paper. For veggie, why not a whole roasted bamboo shoot served in the bark? Brecht's Circle www.brechts.net This is a very small and fairly unusual club-like bar. It's an arty kind of place given more to intimate, cerebral conversation than serious raging. Gratefully the décor has been upgraded to this century. Shazam! Chuk Lam Sim Monastery Chuk Lam Sim Yuen (Bamboo Forest Monastery) is one of the most impressive temple complexes in Hong Kong. The temple was completed in 1932 when an aged monk was told by Tou Tei, the earth god, to build it. Ascend the flight of steps to the first temple, walk to the back and enter the second. This second temple contains three of the largest golden Buddhas in the territory (though mere shadows of the big one on Lantau Island). Yung Kee Restaurant This long-standing institution is probably the most famous Cantonese restaurant in Central. Its signature roast goose has been the talk of the town since 1942 (the restaurant farms its own geese for quality control), and its dim sum (14:00 to 17:30 Monday to Saturday, 11:00 to 17:30 Sunday) is excellent. Set meals around 300-550 per person. Hong Kong Museum of Art www.lcsd.gov.hk/hkma To the southeast of the Hong Kong Cultural Centre, The Museum of Art does a good job with classical Chinese art, showcase paintings and lithographs of old Hong Kong, and a Xubaizhi collection of painting and calligraphy. Another hall shows creditable international exhibitions, but the gallery falls down in contemporary art - visit the smaller galleries around for recent Chinese art. Cococabana Clichéd as it may sound, it's all location, location, location. The service is rather lax, but with the sounds of the waves and the sea breezes, the dishes such as bouillabaisse and Spanish duck confit with olives go down well. Staunton's Wine Bar & Cafe Staunton's, at the corner with Shelley St, is swish, cool and on the ball with decent wine, a central escalator-cruising scene and a lovely terrace. If you're hungry, there's light fare downstairs and the fabulously remodelled Scirocco restaurant above. Hari's Tacky or classy? You decide, after a couple of speciality martinis - there are over a dozen to challenge you, including wasabi and garlic. The generous nightly happy hours will give you a chance to try these eclectic cocktails. There's also live music nightly. Jardine House A short distance southeast of Star Ferry pier, this 52-storey silver monolith punctured with 1750 porthole-like windows was Hong Kong's first true 'skyscraper' when it opened as the Connaught Centre in 1973. Hong Kong Chinese like giving nicknames to things (and people, be they friend or foe) and the centre has been dubbed the 'House of 1000 Arseholes'. Temple St Night Market Temple St (named after the Tin Hau Temple at its centre) is the liveliest night market in Hong Kong, and the place to go for cheap clothes, dai pai dong (street food), watches, pirated CDs, fake labels, footwear, cookware and everyday items. It's definitely a place to bargain and is at its best late in the evening, when it's clogged with stalls and people. Welcome Guest House Hong Kong's budget guesthouses consist of teensy rooms in converted apartments. This place is one of the originals and still one of the best. It's a fixture in the tumbledown labyrinth known as Chungking Mansions, which is a place that has probably never lived up to the 'De Luxe Hotel' lettering high up on its facade. Hong Kong Space Museum & Theatre www.lcsd.gov.hk/CE/Museum/Space/index.htm Just east of the Hong Kong Cultural Centre, this golf-ball-shaped building consists of the Hall of Space Science, the Hall of Astronomy and the large Space Theatre, one of the largest planetariums in the world. Exhibits include a lump of moon rock, rocket-ship models and NASA's 1962 Mercury space capsule. Arch Angel Antiques www.archangelgalleries.com Though the specialities are antique and ancient porcelain and tombware, Arch Angel packs a lot more into its three floors: there's everything from mahjong sets and terracotta horses to palatial furniture. It also operates an art gallery, Arch Angel Fine Art (2854 4255; 38 Peel St), across the road that deals in paintings by Vietnamese artists. Ping Kong This sleepy walled village in the hills south of Sheung Shui is seldom visited by outsiders. Like other walled villages still inhabited in Hong Kong, it is a mix of old and new, and has a lovely little Tin Hau temple in the centre. You can also go exploring around the farming area behind the village compound. Peninsula Hong Kong www.peninsula.com The Peninsula Hong Kong occupies a fabulous grey-stone edifice that has enjoyed a hallowed reputation since it first opened its doors in 1928. Its classical architecture, rather like that of a grand old mansion, is a refreshing departure from the skyscraping modernity around it. Even the modern extension topped by two helipads blends well. Miu Fat Monastery This restaurant, on the 1st floor of Miu Fat Monastery in Lam Tei, due north of Tuen Mun town centre, serves vegetarian meals at lunch time only. The range of dishes varies daily and depends on group size, starting with three dishes for two (which is the minimum number). Li Yuen Street East & West These two narrow and crowded alleyways linking Des Voeux Rd Central with Queen's Rd Central are called 'the lanes' by Hong Kong residents, and were traditionally the place to go for fabric and piece goods. Most vendors have now moved to Western Market in Sheung Wan, and today you'll find the usual mishmash of cheap clothing, handbags, backpacks and costume jewellery. Feather Boa Feather Boa is a plush lounge hidden behind gold drapes. Part camp lounge, part bordello - part those curtains and order a mango daiquiri (around 75). It was once an antiques shop - thus the odd furnishings. Club 71 When Club 64, the counter-culture nerve centre of Lan Kwai Fong whose name recalled 4 June 1989, the date of the Tiananmen Square massacre in Beijing, was forced to close, some of the owners relocated to this quiet alley north of Hollywood Rd. Named after the huge protest march held on 1 July 2003, Club 71 is again one of the best drinking spots for nonposers, with a pleasant little terrace. Access via a small footpath running west off Peel St. Che Kung Temple This large Taoist temple complex, built in 1993, is on the opposite bank of the Shing Mun River channel in Tai Wai. It's dedicated to Che Kung, a Song-dynasty general credited with ridding Sha Tin of the plague; you'll see an enormous and quite powerful statue of the good general in the main temple to the left as you enter the complex. The main courtyard, flanked by eight statues of Taoist immortals, is always a hive of activity. M at the Fringe www.m-restaurantgroup.com This palace of creative gastronomy is one of the best restaurants in Hong Kong so it's no surprise that no one seems to have a bad thing to say about Michelle's. The menu changes constantly and everything is excellent, be it lobster soufflé or slow-baked salted lamb. 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RockDr Posted July 19, 2011 Share Posted July 19, 2011 Anyone flown CathayPacific in economy with the new seats and care to comment? I've heard that because the inner seat just slides down/forward within the shell, that the lumbar support is non-existent, and it causes issues with leg-room for taller people. Since I'm someone who gets unconfortable and back issues with normal seats, this makes me very wary of flying with Cathay, which is a shame since by all accounts their service and food is very good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest siamsusie Posted July 21, 2011 Share Posted July 21, 2011 CHILDREN AND BABIES AIRLINE POLICY All our aircraft are equipped with special baby bassinets and packs as well as a wide range of baby food Each aircraft has at least two toilets with special fold-down tables for changing diapers. Acceptance A healthy newborn infant is ready to travel with us after the first week of delivery The infant must be accompanied by a parent / guardian Infant fare will be charged when an infant travels with a parent / guardian and the infant does not occupy a seat The infant passenger must be under 24 months throughout the whole journey. If the infant turns two years old before the return trip, applicable child's fare, tax, fee and charges apply. A maximum of two infants can be accepted for travel with each parent / guardian under the following conditions: One of the two infants must be at least 6 months old and occupy an infant car safety seat. The applicable child fare will be charged The other infant must be secured onto the parent / guardian with a child restraint device. Infant fare will be charged The parent / guardian should bring their own infant car safety seat which must comply with the Cathay Pacific approved specifications below. Car Seat Subject to restrictions below, a personal infant / child car safety seat can be taken on board if it complies with the following requirements: Forward facing Designed for carrying an infant / child between the age of 6 months and 3 years inclusively, and weighs 18kgs or less Must be in operational condition. Due to safety requirements, infant / child car safety seats may not be used on some of our aircraft passenger seats*. This includes : Business Class seats on all aircraft types Economy Class seats on Airbus and B777-300ER aircraft. * Please call Cathay local reservations office or your travel agent for the aircraft type of your flight. Bassinet All our aircraft are equipped with special baby bassinets. A bassinet measures 76.20cm (30") x 38.10cm (15") x 20.32cm (8") and can carry up to 12kgs Please note however a baby older than 6 months may feel uncomfortable in a bassinet A request for a baby bassinet (BSCT) can be made at time of reservation if passenger is travelling with an infant. + Please be advised that any personal food items brought on board for consumption should not require reheating nor chilling. For hygiene reasons, our crew will not be able to re-heat nor chill food items brought on board by passengers. PREGNANT WOMEN It is generally safe to fly while pregnant. However, we advise all pregnant passengers to consult their treating doctor or midwife before planning a trip. It is recommended that all pregnant passengers carry documentation stating the expected date of delivery. After 28 weeks (i.e. after 27 weeks + 6 days) a medical certificate, dated within 10 days of the outbound travel date, is required, stating: whether it is a single or multiple pregnancy the estimated date of delivery that you are in good health and the pregnancy is progressing normally, without complications that there is no reason known that would prevent you from flying that you are fit to travel. Please note that for your safety, if you choose not to carry a medical certificate, Cathay Pacific Airways reserves the right, under certain circumstances, to refuse boarding. We will accept passengers with single pregnancies up to 36 weeks (i.e. up to 35 weeks + 6 days) and multiple pregnancies up to 32 weeks (i.e. up to 31 weeks + 6 days). Please note that pregnant passengers should aim to complete their respective journeys before the periods stated above. A complicated pregnancy would require medical clearance from our medical team prior to travel. Please ensure you and your treating doctor complete the relevant sections of our MEDA form and submit it no later than 48 hours prior to your planned departure. We recommend that you make sure that your health insurance / travel insurance cover pregnancy-related problems while travelling abroad. It is also recommended to check whether the medical facilities at the destination country are adequate to cope with any problems which may arise during your visit. It is wise to avoid travel to remote locations whilst pregnant. If you require medications during your pregnancy, please ensure that you have an adequate supply for the journey. Please remember that certain medications, such as some types of malaria prophylaxis and vaccinations, cannot be used in pregnancy. If the destination country requires such prophylaxis, it may be better to postpone the journey until after your pregnancy. Some countries place limitations on the entry of non-national pregnant women. It is advisable to check with the local consulate to confirm the country specific requirements. Travel after delivery Medical clearance is required for passengers travelling within 7 days of their delivery date. Infants cannot travel for 48 hours after delivery and need medical clearance to travel between 3 and 7 days after delivery. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MARYROSE02 Posted July 21, 2011 Share Posted July 21, 2011 I always liked HK - the harbour & ferries remind me of Sydney and the double-decker buses and Nathan Road of London. I liked Cathay Pacifc too but I did fly Business Class (my one extravagance.) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srg73 Posted September 27, 2011 Share Posted September 27, 2011 The one thing that I love about the place Susie is the views it allows you. Stunning, especially when a mist or fog is on the horizon. The pic included is where I normally sit and just stare across to the mountains and city, truly fascinating. Cheers Tony. HK is a great stop off as loads to do. Just outside the airport is a cable car ride up to the Big Buda which is worth a look, is cheap to get to and is an amazing but very high cable car ride. The Big Buda is in fact over the mountain range shown above. The other great thing for me is that my brother and his wife live about 10 minute bus ride from the airport :biggrin: S Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aurelieboom Posted February 6, 2013 Share Posted February 6, 2013 Cathay Pacific is a good airline, they provide excellent service and the fares are not too expensive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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