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Vibrant, manic, exciting, crazy… These are all great words to describe Hong Kong. For those living in the west, it’s a glimmering jewel of a city on the other side of the planet. And for those in the east, it’s a cultural melting pot that attracts visitors in the hundreds of... Continue Reading

The rental market in Hong Kong is alive and well, and there are thousands (if not hundreds of thousands) of properties to choose from. Having a highly transient expat community in an area as small as Hong Kong means two things: 1) prices are high, and 2) decent properties get... Continue Reading

Understanding what the weather in like in Hong Kong means that you also need to understand a little about the climate. Sure, you can pull up a weather app easily enough to see what the next 7 days or so have in store – and this is fine if you’re only making a flying visit... Continue Reading

There are many reasons that might be cited as to why to live in Hong Kong. Of course, the country means many different things to different people. The following should give you a taste of some of the things that make this location so very special to those who call it home. For... Continue Reading

Hong Kong might only be a short hop away from Taiwan (around 436 miles {800km} or a 1 hour and 15 minute flight), but when it comes to comparing the two locations, they might sometimes seem worlds apart. So, let’s take a look at these two unique destinations and try to put some... Continue Reading

If you’re moving to Hong Kong with a dog, it’s important (both for official reasons and for your own peace of mind) to understand exactly what the process entails. After all, the welfare of the furry members of the family is just as important as that of the 2-legged ones. Hong... Continue Reading

3 star hotels offer an excellent mid-range option for accommodation anywhere around the world, but many people find that a “3-star” rating can actually mean huge differences in quality. This is the same in Hong Kong as it is anywhere else on the planet. Sometimes you can be... Continue Reading

4 star hotels are a great choice when you want a little bit of luxury, but don’t really want to pay 5 star prices. The reasons many hotels are “downgraded” from 5 to 4 stars are simply that they lack a certain facility – such as a spa or a swimming pool. What this means to the... Continue Reading

One thing Hong Kong certainly isn’t short of is decent hotels. So, if you’re looking for a luxurious place to lay your head for a few days, you’re going to be spoilt for choice. But sometimes, having so many options can make it difficult to decide which one to choose. After all,... Continue Reading

The first thing to say about public transport in Hong Kong is that it’s excellent! There are many different modes to choose from, and each is clean, efficient, fast, and most importantly, on time. So with that in mind, here are the 9 things that you must know in order to get the... Continue Reading