10 Ultimate Things to Do in Hong Kong

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See the view from Victoria Peak

If there’s only one thing you must do in Hong Kong, it’s to take in the famous view from Victoria Peak, arguably the city’s most famous attraction. Rising 1,805 feet above sea level, the summit affords breathtaking views of Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, Victoria Harbour, and, on very clear days, Kowloon’s eight mountains. There are several ways to reach the top, but the classic method is a seven-minute ride on the Peak Tram, the world’s steepest funicular railway. There’s an ongoing argument about whether the view is better during the day or at night—see both if you have the time and decide for yourself.

Eat dim sum

Translated literally, dim sum means “touch your heart,” but it refers to a family-style meal consisting of dumplings and other dishes served in steamer baskets or on small plates. Dim sum originated as a morning or early afternoon meal, but today you can have it any time of day. And there’s no better place in the world to enjoy it than Hong Kong. While some restaurants serve dim sum from pushed carts and others allow guests to order from a menu, you can expect a similar roster of options including har gow (steamed shrimp dumplings), char siu baau (barbecued pork buns), spare ribs, turnip cakes, and much more.

There are countless places where you can order dim sum, but your best bet is to head directly to Tim Ho Wan, known as the cheapest Michelin–starred restaurant in the world (there are twelve locations in Hong Kong, but only the North Point, Sham Sui Po, and Tai Kwok Tsui locations are on Michelin’s list). For an old-school dim sum experience, try Luk Yu Tea House (24-26 Stanley Street; +852 2523 5464); for nouveau dim sum made with high-end international ingredients, try Mott32.

Charter a junk boat

A popular weekend activity for locals is to escape the city center by renting a “junk,” a term which used to apply to Chinese fishing boats but now refers to any motorized water vessel designed for leisure. But just because you’re a visitor doesn’t mean you can’t partake in this tradition. Castelo Concepts offers seven-hour rides, including food and open bar, for up to fourteen adults (approximately $1,260), while Traway’s eight-hour charters are less than half that price (their website is in Chinese, but if you call them, you can arrange something in English). Another option is to hire a sensual massage therapist to be with you on board the boat.  Imagine how wonderful it can be receiving a tantric massage under the fresh sea breeze.

Ride the Star Ferry

The Star Ferry, which transports 20 million riders across Victoria Harbour every year, has been around since 1888 and shows no signs of disappearing anytime soon. Even though the MTR, Hong Kong’s public transportation system, is one of the best in the world and a more efficient way to travel between Kowloon and Hong Kong Island, you don’t want to miss a ride on the ferry. For a nominal fee, you’ll be treated to one of the most scenic boat rides in the world, allowing you to simultaneously gaze at the skylines on both sides of the water. If you’re riding it for the views alone (as opposed to trying to get from point A to point B), go at night and feel free to disembark and immediately hop on another ferry going back to your starting point.

Hit the street markets

Just about anything you could ever want to buy can be found in Hong Kong’s lively street markets. Ladies’ Market, home to more than 100 stalls selling clothing and accessories, and the Temple Street Night Market, where you can find everything from noodles to watches, are the most famous. Elsewhere, Cat Street is known for antiques, Apliu Street Market is the place for electronics, and Fa Yuen Street is known as Sneakers Street. There are also dedicated markets for flowers, goldfish, birds, jade, kitchenware, and more.

Gaze upon the Big Buddha

West of the city center lies the mountainous terrain of Lantau Island, home of the Tian Tan Buddha, a 202-ton statue of the deity. Commonly referred to as the “Big Buddha,” the massive bronze statue is the main attraction here, but there are some other touristy attractions nearby that you can skip. The best way to get to the Big Buddha is to hop on the Ngong Ping 360 gondola, which offers impressive views of North Lantau Country Park, Hong Kong International Airport, the South China Sea, and the surrounding countryside.

Hike the Dragon’s Back

Hong Kong is often regarded as a city of skyscrapers and shopping malls, but it offers remarkable hiking options for active locals and visitors. Stretching for 31 miles, the Hong Kong Trailcuts through five country parks on Hong Kong Island, the most popular portion of which is known as the Dragon’s Back. The highlight of this hike is reaching Shek O Peak, from where you can enjoy 360-degree views of beaches, bays, verdant countryside, waterfront communities, and the South China Sea. The shortest version of this hike can be completed in less than two hours, though you could extend it to six hours if you wanted to start from Happy Valley and make your way south.

Place your bets at Happy Valley Racecourse

Aside from the summer months, when there are no horse races, Happy Valley Racecourse is the place to be in Hong Kong on a Wednesday night. Popular with both expats and locals, this weekly event feels more like a party than a sporting event; sure, people come to gamble, but it’s more about the scene than anything else. Some weeks offer themed nights, like Oktoberfest or Carnival, and the crowd dresses accordingly.

Visit historic temples

For all its fast-paced modernity, Hong Kong is still home to historic religious sites that pre-date the British occupation. Man Mo Temple is the oldest in the city, and it is dedicated to the Taoist gods of literature (Man) and war (Mo). Anyone is welcome to visit, but true believers come here to leave offerings and burn incense, while fortune tellers (who are highly regarded in Hong Kong) sit in front awaiting customers. If you want to be dazzled, head to the Ten Thousand Buddhas Monastery in the New Territories, where 500 life-size golden Buddhas sit on either side of the 400 steps you’ll climb to reach the temple. Inside the main temple, there are nearly 13,000 gilded ceramic statuettes, even more than the temple’s name promises.

 

The 5 most popular legit happy ending massage parlours in Hong Kong

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For those creeps out there, one of the tell-tale signs that a massage place provides happy ending services is the yellow smiling foot sign outside. But what if you just want a normal massage to relax and de-stress from work? Here are 5 legit happy-ending massage places that’ll help you feel light as a feather!

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Angelhands tantric – Central

We are providing Chinese traditional massage intricacies and high quality HK Style Happy End Tantric Sensual Massage currently. Our masseuse consists of some of the best Chinese Massage Therapists so that all of your body are no a secret to them. Moreover, we really take care of massaging for all of your body parts with passion, tenderness and sensuality. Also, our masseuses are funny, enthusiastically, talkative person as same as your girlfriend. we all love to meet people from other countries and our happiness is contagious with us a happy end is a certainty.

Above all, we offer a wide range of carefully prescribed services at affordable prices. Every spa service is performed with personal attention and your consideration in mind. Feel free to telegram, call, Whatsapp, or We Chat us to get our service menu and the direction to our center. We look forward to seeing you.

Address: 3/F, Full View Building, 140-142 Des Veoux Road Central, Hong Kong

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Siam Thai Massage – Wanchai

Located conveniently on Lockhart Road, you may think that this street is full of sinful behaviour, but Siam Thai Massage is one of the few legit Thai massage places in this area. This is also one of the more budget-friendly massage places, of which a full body Thai Massage only costs $100 HKD. Due to the cheap price, the place is always busy, so we recommend calling in advance for a reservation!

Address: 1/F, Sai Kou Building, 66 Lockhart Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong

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EraOne Elite – Tin Hau

EraOneElite may be one of the more fancier Thai massage places in the hood, but you definitely get your money’s worth. The masseuse twists you like a pretzel, but you’ll leave feeling refreshed and alive. You’re even treated with a Thai dessert and Lemongrass tea at the end of the massage!

Address: No. 51 King’s Road, Tin Hau

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Ray’s Health & Massage  – Causeway Bay

If you prefer traditional Chinese massage, Ray’s Health & Massage is the place for you. Conveniently located Causeway Bay, you can find peace and serenity in the middle of this busy neighbourhood. Usually Chinese massage places are a little hard-sell, but the receptionist leaves you alone and doesn’t force you to buy a package. Also, if you’re having back problems, you can visit one of the chiropractor branches!

Address: Room C, 1st Floor, Po Foo Building, 1 Foo Ming Street, Causeway Bay

 

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Thai Pailin Massage – Mui Wo

If you’re ever in the neighbourhood, one of the must-do activities in Mui Wo is getting an authentic Thai massage. Conveniently located next to the ferry pier, you’ll be greeted by super friendly staff and provided with excellent service. Weekends are usually their most busy times, so we would advise calling to book a massage in advance to avoid waiting all day. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can even try out their Thai herbal ball massage!

Address: Shop No. 1, Seaview Building, Ngan Wan Road, Mui Wo

BEST FOOT MASSAGES IN HONG KONG

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Hong Kong is overloaded with massage offers, among these providers many don’t match the essential quality level that is required to ensure the customer body do not get damaged by bad or incompetent manipulations. Our founding team begun this project with the mission of providing truly therapeutic massage to every customer together with a pleasant dose of sensuality. All this in a high end luxury facility in the heart of Hong Kong Central district.

There’s a lot to love about living in Hong Kong, but the humble foot massage has to be one of its best pampering perks! Here are three of our favourite spots.

 

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Cheap & Cheerful

Get pampered on a budget at Halite, where the Chinese foot reflexology massage complete with signature Himalayan crystal salt scrub and foot bath costs a mere $159 for 45 minutes.

We only work with the best hypoallergenic oils, we have the best quality massage rooms with professional beds and large private showers, temperature controlled and sound controlled environement. Our personnel knows what means to be 100% customer focused and to keep a happy peaceful atmosphere. We are always listening any customer feedback before, during and after the massage. Talk to us: We will listen and act upon your feedback.

Basement, CNT Building, 302 Queen’s Road Central, Sheung Wan
2808 0028 | halitehk.com

 

Mid-Range

Escape the Hong Kong hustle at tropical-chic sanctuary Ten Feet Tall; a relaxing 50-minute reflexology massage will ease those weary soles in style for $320 to 360.

20/F & 21/F, The L Place, 139 Queen’s Road, Central
2971 1010 | tenfeettall.com.hk

 

Splash Out

Foot massages don’t come much more luxurious than those at The Landmark Mandarin Oriental, where podiatrist-to-the-stars Bastien Gonzalez’s heavenly 60-minute pedicure – including massage, nail and skin treatments – costs $1,090 to $1,350.

The Landmark, 15 Queen’s Road, Central
2132 0011 | mandarinoriental.com/landmark

The Captivating City of Brisbane

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The members of the iconic band, Bee Gees, were born in the United Kingdom, but you’d be surprised to know that they were raised in another beautiful city—Brisbane. Brisbane, the capital of Queensland, is the 3rd most populous city in Australia. Rightfully so, this could be attributed to the city’s magnetic views and exciting activities for single individuals, couples and families. Continue reading

The Lure of American Muscle Lives On

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When someone talks about American muscle cars, two things immediately come to mind- raw power under the hood and a lightweight body. Together these characteristics produce the one thing all motorheads desire: speed. History has shown there are several ways to obtain it though.

In the 1920s, the era of prohibition was upon the nation. In an effort to outrun police, bootleggers began modifying their cars. They stripped the interiors down to provide more cargo capacity, made engine adjustments, and swapped out for better gripping tires. Since all of these changes were made after production, this legend serves as little more than a piece of romanticized folk lore that lends an air of mystique to muscle cars and their history.

There are some who will invariably argue that muscle did not get its true, illustrious start until the 1964 Studebaker Avanti R3. It boasted a small block 304 cubic inch V8 and factory Paxton supercharger which produced in the neighborhood of 350 BHP. This all-stock auto was tough and fast.

However, the history of muscle cars really begin in 1949 when Oldsmobile rolled out its Rocket 88 packed with a 303 cubic inch V8 engine. By today’s standards, this was not much power at only 135 horsepower. But, aficionados of true muscle know that this blew the doors off anything in production at that time and dominated the NASCAR circuit in 1950.

Before long, other automakers threw their hats into the ring, and the result was Chrysler Corporation’s HEMI and Chevrolet’s small block V8. HEMI was the shortened moniker for the hemispherical combustion chamber that Chrysler engineers pioneered in 1951. Its internally facing valves improved air flow and power output. Chevy’s small block V8 was mandatory when lightening up the car’s total weight. It became their corporate standard and is still manufactured over 50 years later. Both of these engines enjoy widespread popularity and command a legion of loyal followers even today.

Drag racing grew to enormous popularity in the 1960s, and the golden age of muscle cars began. Motorists were building cars that could be setup side by side and raced on a straightaway. Clocking the quarter mile quickly became an industry standard when defining a car’s speed.

The big three automakers have consistently vied for the top spot. Some of their most noteworthy cars (but by far is this list complete) are:

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– 1961 saw the introduction of the Impala SS, one of their first hardcore and more modern entries into the muscle ring.
– In 1967, the Camaro Z28 was rolled out. Touted as the most race-ready car in production, it held a 302 cubic inch small block V8 and had upgraded suspension.

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Chrysler/Dodge
– The 1955 Chrysler C300 aptly named for its groundbreaking 300 HP HEMI engine was dubbed America’s Most Powerful Car.
– In 1962, Dodge made the Dart with a 426 cubic inch HEMI. This little hotrod was recorded doing an astounding (for that time) 13 second quarter mile.

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– In 1966 the Fairlane GT was made to rival the Mustang in Ford’s line.
– The 1967 Mustang armed with a 390 cubic inch big block that manufacturers tweaked out to a 428 cubic inch engine for Carroll Shelby. It was known more as a pony car than a true muscle car.
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While the federal government intervened in the early 1970s forcing automakers to reduce emissions and improve safety, the muscle cars slowly lost their performance. But, by 1982, the squeeze was relaxed and the industry experienced a resurgence in demand.

The look and ride of modern cars is quite different than the sheer muscle and torque that made earlier cars so exciting. Yet, somewhere in that barn up the road or hiding quietly in someone’s garage is a real American muscle car just waiting to explode on the streets once again.

School Essentials: How to Choose the Right Printer for School/College

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There are different printers that suit different needs, so it is important that consumers know which printer is the perfect choice for them. In particular, schools/colleges normally require pages and pages of research papers and other school paperwork. And usually, they are printed in black and white rather than in color. What printer can meet all these conditions, then? To choose for the right printer for your school/college needs, here are some tips and tricks. Continue reading

Divorce and Its Impact on Kids

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Divorce happens after a husband and wife decide to live separate lives and that they are no longer want to be married to each other. It’s formalized by signing legal papers making each of them single again and giving them a chance to marry other people if they wish.

The decision to divorce does not come easily. Parents often spend long time trying to solve problems but sometime if they cannot fix the problems, divorce becomes the best solution. Change is good, but when it comes to divorce, the phrase sometime does not make a lot of sense. Both partners have to go through a hard time getting over the divorce but the most affected are the kids. Continue reading