{"id":608383,"date":"2011-02-03T11:55:00","date_gmt":"2011-02-03T11:55:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/top-10-things-to-do-in-hong-kong\/"},"modified":"2014-09-12T14:01:37","modified_gmt":"2014-09-12T14:01:37","slug":"top-10-things-to-do-in-hong-kong","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/top-10-things-to-do-in-hong-kong\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Things to do in Hong Kong"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\n&nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: center\">\n\n<\/div>\n<p align=\"center\">\n&nbsp;<br \/>\n<strong>Hong Kong travel tips<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n<p>\n&nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<p>\nIf you love big cities, exciting new cultures and a busy night life, then mark Hong Kong as your next destination.&nbsp; Here are ten things we highly recommend you do when visiting.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n&nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Lan Kwai Fong:<\/strong> This winding street is a booming center for after hours excitement packed with bars, restaurants, and clubs. Lively seven days a week, tourists and locals alike, frequent to this strip of neon lights and blaring music all in search of a good time.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n&nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Stanley Market: <\/strong>Along the water resides a picturesque setting of small tents and shops, distributing an array of goods beyond imagination. Whether you&rsquo;re searching for tourist gifts, trendy clothing, or grade-A knockoffs, Stanley Market is the place to go if you&rsquo;re looking to buy on a budget.&nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<p>\n&nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Victoria Peak:<\/strong> It is essential that you view Hong Kong as a whole at the only place that does it justice; the top of Victoria Peak. A short eight minute ride on the Peak Tram will grant access to a breath-taking show &ndash; Each night at 8:00pm the city scrapers and buildings join together in unison creating a visual spectacle that illuminates the sky; A Symphony of Lights.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n&nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Architecture tour:<\/strong> Introduce a little culture into your life and hop on a designated antique tram for a city wide architecture tour. With the assistance of local architects, observe the many modern and astoundingly crafted buildings that together form the thriving electric city.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n&nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Tsim Sha Tsui:<\/strong> Considered by many as the heart and soul of Hong Kong, Tsim Sha Tsui offers unmatchable shopping, and is the place to go if you are looking to browse a few museums. TST is also home to the high-tech outdoor fountain show in Centenary Garden &ndash; The largest piece of decorative lighting in the world.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n&nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Eat the local food:<\/strong> Getting hungry in Hong Kong can be an exciting time for travelers, as the city offers a myriad of delectable selections. Featuring cuisine from all over the world, it is guaranteed that even the pickiest eater will find their haven. Tip: This is the best place in the world for Dim Sum, take advantage.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n&nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Hiking:<\/strong> When picturing Hong Kong we think of large buildings and crowded streets, little would guess that the mountains hold lush uninhabited areas, with trails perfect for hiking. This is a wonderful opportunity to take a break from the wild city, breathe some fresh air, and relish the beautiful scenery.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n&nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Aberdeen Harbor Boat Ride:<\/strong> Step aboard a Chinese style boat and sail across the Aberdeen harbor for a night of relaxation and unlimited drinks. Following the boat tour will be a fabulous Chinese dinner at the Jumbo Floating Restaurant &#8211; the name is self explanatory, providing an aquatic dining experience not to be missed.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n&nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Lantau Island:<\/strong> Located in the hills of Lantau atop a mere 260 steps gracefully sits the largest Buddha in Hong Kong. The monastery standing 100 ft tall is surrounded by a bright green display of mountains that flawlessly accent the statue&rsquo;s golden beauty.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n&nbsp;\n<\/p>\n<p>\n<strong>Repulse Bay:<\/strong> The high-end beach area of Repulse Bay is known for being one the most beautiful relaxation spots in Hong Kong. The crescent shaped area is lined with award-winning restaurants and ritzy boutiques leaving travelers in awe of the bay&rsquo;s glamorous aura. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp; &nbsp; Hong Kong travel tips &nbsp; If you love big cities, exciting new cultures and a busy night life, then mark Hong Kong as your next destination.&nbsp; Here are ten things we highly recommend you do when visiting. &nbsp; Lan Kwai Fong: This winding street is a booming center for after hours excitement packed [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":15,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[66],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-608383","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-interests"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/608383","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/15"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=608383"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/608383\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":97169269,"href":"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/608383\/revisions\/97169269"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=608383"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=608383"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cheapoair.com\/miles-away\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=608383"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}