Hong Kong
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5 Things I Enjoyed in Hong Kong
4/22/2018 04:56:00 AM
Last year, I was privileged to be sent for a Speak Easy training in Hong Kong. It's an intimate class with more or less 10 attendees and they would only accept 1 or 2 for each company. They'll teach you how to effectively speak in different settings whether in a meeting or public speaking.
Well, I am not here to bore you with what happened to our training. I just want to share what I loved about this trip and the places I've visited in Hong Kong. Expect no Disneyland nor Ocean Park for this post. I didn't have enough funding and time to do so. lol
1. Tramways
The cheapest and my most loved mode of transportation in Hong Kong are the Tramways. It would only cost you $2.30 HKD to reach the city of Hong Kong from East to West and vice versa. I loved being seated at the upper deck on the first row to have a bird's eye view of this magnificent city.
2. Night Markets
I would have loved strolling the city and the night markets if we weren't there on a summer time. We were there June 2017 and it was so hot and humid. I don't mind walking for hours but the minute I could feel my sweat dripping from my temples, I would right away get uncomfortable and feel exhausted.
Aside from the hot summer weather, on our first day of training, there's a Signal 8 typhoon and most establishments were closed before 5pm. It means, we have to stay at our hotel rooms as all malls and most restaurants were already closed. Nonetheless, I get to buy stuff that are not as affordable in the Philippines.
3. Food
For sure, it's in everyone's list of things to try when you travel, food. Well, I can say that Hong Kong is a melting pot of international cuisines and I get to enjoy not just the food but some restos have great ambiance for you to have a great dining experience.
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I screen-captured so it's easy for you to check which restaurant served them. I highly recommend trying the food at the BoatHouse and DimSum Bar. We tried Jamie's owned by Jamie Oliver, a famous celebrity chef just for the experience. Good food and ambiance for a hefty price.
4. Symphony of Lights
Who would miss Hong Kong's dancing light experience? Nobody! Be sure to be on the Kowloon side of the island as the display of lights are situated at the Hong Kong island side. Or better yet, get a room that will give you a panoramic view of the show while sipping a glass of wine enjoying the comfort of a bubble bath.
If getting a luxurious room is over the edge to experience it, you can always find a perfect spot outside, along the marina. Crossing the island, skip the train for once. I recommend that you try the Star Ferry and enjoy the view from there. Best done at dusk or at night time when the skyscrapers are all lit.
5. Oh, Stanley!
If you want to feel the french vibe while in HK, this must be included to your list.You can take bus 6, 6X, 6A, 66, 260 and prices ranges from $8 to $10 HKD. The village has an array of restaurants, parks, boutique stores and markets (they close early).
P.S. Will try to add more photos of Stanley Village once I get a hold of my old photos.
I must say, it was a great experience to combine business and leisure for this trip in Hong Kong. Applause to our great trainer, Susan (middle) who's so interesting and gave us a great lesson not just for work but also in life. We were joined by 2 great friends from India (Arun, 2nd from left and Shami on the far right), and Kayo from Japan. And of course, I didn't get lost in HK coz of Jerome Flojo (www.instagram.com/jflojxo). I'm really not good with maps and directions and I am lucky that we were sent together for this training.
How about you, what makes your HK trip memorable? One thing is for sure, I will be back and will include Disneyland for this trip.
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