HOTELS
Budget Beds
Chung King and Mirador Mansions. Backpacker accomodation along nathan Road, close to the harbour, malls and museums. Mirador's less scruffy, about US$15 per person.
Plusher Sleeps
Salisbury UMCA. It shares gorgeous views of Victoria harbour and Hong Kong Island with the landmark Peninsula Hotel. A steal at US$105 on.
CHOW
Dim Sum
Literally "To touch the heart", Join the ladies who lunch in a noisy Chinese tea-house at a weekday brunch.
Roasted Goose/Pigeon
Cantonese cuisine's signature dishes,roasted meats, it is as much the dishes as the communal feasting experience.
ATTRACTIONS
Star Ferry
Take the Star ferry across Victoria Harbour. See Hong Kong's famous skyline in its full glory at night, bathed in neon.
Tram Ride
The stress-free way to manoevre Hong Kong's chaotic streets and appreciate its schizophrenic architecture.
Sampan ride in Aberdeen
A charming glimpse into traditional life on the houseboats.
MISC. INFO
Climate
Wet: May-Sep, Average temperature: 17 deg.Celsius. For May 24 deg. Celsius.
Exchange Rates
US$1=7.75 Dollar
Time Zone
+8 hours GMT
Power Needs
220 AC, 50 Hz, Various plug sizes.
Visa Needs
Free for most up to 90 days
IMPORTANT NUMBERS
IDD Country Code +852
Tourist Police 999
24 hrs English-speaking Medical Care Princess Margaret Hospital, Kowloon 2990-1111
Local Singapore Consulate 2527-2212 / 9466-1251 (emergency)
