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| Q: When is the best time to visit Hong Kong? |
| A: Hong Kong is an all-year-round destination. It enjoys a mild climate from the middle of September to the end of February, while the weather from May to mid-September is rather warm and humid. Eighty per cent of Hong Kong's precipitation occurs between May and September, with August registering the highest rainfall. For a detailed weather forecast, please visit Hong Kong Observatory website . |
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| Q: Do I need a visa to visit Hong Kong? |
| A: Visitors from most countries can enter Hong Kong without a visa for periods of seven days to six months, depending on nationality. Check with any Chinese embassy or consulate for the latest status. |
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| Q: Where is the best area to stay? |
| A: Hong Kong is compact, so visitors are never too far from shopping and major sights. Hong Kong also has an excellent transportation system so visitors can easily reach other areas, no matter where they stay. Most hotels are located in the heart of the city, in Central, Wan Chai and Causeway Bay on Hong Kong Island and in Tsim Sha Tsui and Tsim Sha Tsui East in Kowloon. There are also a growing number of resort-style hotels in the New Territories that offer relaxing alternatives. |
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| Q: Is local transportation easily accessible? |
| A: Public transportation via bus, ferry or train is efficient, relatively inexpensive and user-friendly. The system covers extension areas of Hong Kong with signs in English and Chinese. |
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| Q: Will I be expected to pay tips? |
| A: Most restaurants will levy a 10 per cent service charge but waiters will expect to be given some loose change. Restaurants that don't add a service charge will expect a 10 per cent tip. However, tipping is left to your discretion. Bellboys, porters, restroom attendants and taxi drivers will happily accept loose change. |
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| Q: Will I be able to use my electrical equipment in Hong Kong? |
| A: The standard electrical voltage in HK is 220 volts AC, 50HZ, so you will need an adaptor for your 100-volt appliances and electrical equipment.The majority of electrical outlets in Hong Kong take a three-pronged plug. You can buy an inexpensive adaptor for your equipment when you arrive in Hong Kong. |
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| Q: Where can I get Internet Access in Hong Kong? |
| A: Most hotels have Internet access. You can also access the Internet for free at many coffee shops, large shopping malls, major MTR stations and public libraries in town. For people bringing their laptops to Hong Kong, Wireless Broadband service is common at major shopping malls and coffee shops. If you use a modem, note that the BT system using in Hong Kong will gradually be replaced by the RJ system . If you are still using the BT plug, you can buy a BT–RJ adaptor in Hong Kong to solve the connection problem. |
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| Q: Is Hong Kong safe for the visitor? |
| A: Yes, Hong Kong is one of the safest cities in the world even at night, when people may walk alone with confidence. |
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| Q: Is English widely spoken? |
| A: Very widely spoken. There will be no problems in communicating with people in most hotels, restaurants and even some taxis. |
Find your desired shop by entering the name [if known], category or location as indicated. To ensure your satisfaction, only shops accredited to the Quality Tourism Services (QTS) Scheme are listed, meaning they have passed stringent annual assessments showing that they:
- Provide genuine products with clearly displayed prices;
- Display clear product information; and
- Ensure superb customer service with front-line staff possessing extensive product knowledge.
For more information on the QTS Scheme, please click here .
Many of Hong Kong's districts boast a unique ambience and selection of food.
Hong Kong's more than 9,000 restaurants offer almost every cuisine under the sun, so each dining experience in Hong Kong is vastly different.
Please click the following links to visit the various food districts.
Good food is available throughout the territory, but these areas offer a "true Hong Kong" ambience. Many budget eateries featuring local snacks can be found along Jardine's Bazaar, Tang Lung and Matheson streets. Sample Hong Kong-style tea, available at famous eateries. You will never forget its richness and aroma. Brilliantly lit, many of the food stalls stay open until the early hours to cater to late diners.
Bars, sushi parlours and other fine eateries along Sunning Road offer a mouth-watering alternative for an evening out. Sip a cooling beer at an open pub as the sun sets, then enjoy dinner at one of the many cozy restaurants at your service in Times Square, Lee Theatre Plaza and along Percival Street and Paterson Street, in Causeway Bay.
Some Chinese dishes are simple and others gourmet exotica, but all are designed to satisfy your senses. The most popular styles of Chinese cooking in Hong Kong are Cantonese, Chiu Chow and Shanghainese. Cantonese and Chiu Chow both originate from the same Chinese province of Guangdong but are vastly different in style and flavour. Many restaurants also specialise in vegetarian fare, famous Peking dishes and the zesty flavours of Hunan and Szechuan.
Whatever you wish, you'll be able to find it in one of Hong Kong's thriving shopping districts.
Indulge yourself by getting that little special something you've been wanting. If you're after electronics or something classic; a new wardrobe or something to put in it, you'll be able to find it all and ship it home with ease.
Browse through the categories and save your shopping time with the address and contact details of the shops.
Central
Hong Kong's Central district houses many shimmering skyscrapers and marbled shopping atriums and malls.
The contrast between the old world markets and designer boutiques provides variety and excitement to any shopping day. Scattered among the government headquarters and financial and banking houses are a wealth of opportunities for any shopper. The Landmark, The Galleria, Prince's Building, Alexandra House and the ifc mall are the main shopping centres, with designer shops and exclusive brand names in abundance.
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| Two parallel streets in Central known as "The Lanes", Li Yuen Street East and Li Yuen Street West are a riot of stalls hawking everything from inexpensive clothing, watches and costume jewellery to luggage and shoes. Situated between Queen's Road Central and Des Voeux Road Central, the market is open daily from 10am to 7pm. |
Stanley Street is known for its range and reasonably priced photographic equipment. Hollywood Road winds above the Central business district and is Hong Kong's antiques row. Farther west towards Sheung Wan is a bustle of sidewalk hawkers on Central's stepped "ladder" streets.
Western District
Western Market in Sheung Wan is a handsomely renovated Edwardian building filled with Chinese handicraft stores and fabric shops. It is situated at the corner of Connaught Road and Morrison Street, Sheung Wan. The area to the west is famous for its small Chinese-style shops selling dried seafood and medicinal herbs.
Cat Street bazaar is best known for stalls and shops selling antiques, such as watches, old coins and stone carvings.
The area is also home to many interesting Chinese herbal medicine stores. |
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Admiralty
Admiralty too is famous for its brand-name luxury goods.
Pacific Place, one of Hong Kong's most popular malls, is the ideal place to go in this area. You'll find perfect gift ideas within its 130-plus outlets, including the Lane Crawford and Seibu department stores and top designer labels. Pacific Place is connected to the Admiralty MTR Station. |
STREET MARKETS
Hong Kong's street markets are always full of excitement and colour.
The market stalls are where Hong Kong's dedicated shoppers hone their bargaining skills. A little Cantonese helps but sign language is universal.
Pick up a bargain or just wander among the fascinating range of wares.
Hong Kong
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Stanley Market
Stanley Market is the perfect place to buy something special for friends or relatives. The historic fishing lanes are jam-packed with vendors selling Chinese artwork, silk collectibles and curios.
Stanley Market Road, Stanley, Hong Kong Island
9am - 6pm |
Kowloon
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Yuen Po Street Bird Garden
The Bird Garden is the favourite gathering place for Hong Kong's songbird owners. The market provides them with all manner of creature comforts, from intricately crafted cages to nutritious grasshoppers.
Yuen Po Street, Mong Kok, Kowloon
7am - 8pm |
Flower Market
Hong Kong's Flower Market is a truly magical experience.
Admire in the colourful displays, the sweet scents and the exotic blossoms of many fortune-bringing houseplants.
Flower Market Road, Mong Kok, Kowloon
7am - 7:30pm |
Experiencing a major Chinese festival in Hong Kong is an enchanting and mesmerising adventure.
Hong Kong's major traditional festivals are colourful and noisy affairs, at which thousands upon thousands of people turn out to join the celebrations. Fireworks, festive feasting, lion and dragon dancers, incense smoke, Chinese opera, mah jong , fortune-telling, carnivals and parades come together in a variety of combinations to create a uniquely festive atmosphere seen nowhere else in the world.
The festivals are among the best ways to experience the unique culture of this modern East-meets-West destination. There are festivals throughout the year that you are sure to enjoy.
Join a tour group to get the best seats in the house during any of the city's festivals.
Hong Kong is Asia's premier travel destination , a regional business hub and Mainland China's window on the world. Hong Kong offers the highest levels of professionalism and expertise that ensure the success of your event. As the world's top convention and exhibition city , we will continue to focus on the need to remain competitive in terms of the standards of the facilities and services we offer our visitors. For more information on Hong Kong facilities / attractions and the services provided by the HKTB, please click below.
The Hong Kong Convention Calendar / Hong Kong Exhibition Calendar is a listing of coming conventions and exhibitions in Hong Kong and is designed to aid the marketing and to promote international participation in these upcoming events. Use our convenient search function to access this comprehensive list of conventions and exhibitions taking place.
All content, including the expected attendance to a particular event, has been supplied by the host organization. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information is correct. The HKTB accepts no liability for any incorrect information.
This handy facility is also a convenient way to find out about all sorts of leisure activities taking place in Hong Kong. As the Events Capital of Asia , Hong Kong boasts a stunning array of world class events ranging from the performing arts, sports, Broadway shows, festivals and concerts performed by international stars.
Enquiries about individual events should be directed to the host organisation or the HKTB.
The Hong Kong Convention Ambassador (HKCA) programme was established in 1994. Currently, over 250 prominent Hong Kong-based professionals and business leaders have been invited to become HKCAs. The objective of the HKCA programme is to encourage Hong Kong professionals to help build up Hong Kong's international status by introducing overseas counterparts about the city's capabilities and its attractions as an international convention destination.
Each Hong Kong Convention Ambassador is committed to:
- Inviting one or more potential international conference(s) to Hong Kong within the programme period
- Reinforcing Hong Kong's role as an international convention destination by encouraging overseas associates to organise international meetings in Hong Kong
- Promoting Hong Kong's image internationally by introducing Hong Kong whenever meeting with overseas visitors, friends and business associates.
Once a person becomes an HKCA, he is presented with a specially framed certificate and a lapel pin. The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) also conducts special activities and mailings to ensure the Ambassadors receive first-hand information about the latest developments and opportunities in Hong Kong.
TRAVEL TRADE PARTNERS
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The Hong Kong Tourism Board has a long history of successful partnerships.
All partners are dedicated to improving Hong Kong's quality and variety of tourism facilities. They strive to maintain the highest standards in their fields to provide topnotch service. Click on any of the logos for more information about them.
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Quality Tourism Services Association |
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Travel Industry Council of Hong Kong |
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Hong Kong Hotels Association |
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Hong Kong Association of Registered Tour Co-ordinators (established under the auspices of the HK Tourism Board) |
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Hong Kong Association of Travel Agents |
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PartnerNet
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To build a coherent and comprehensive travel trade partner network, the Hong Kong Tourism Board has developed its PartnerNet Web site . Designed for travel professionals, the PartnerNet Web site is loaded with easy-reference facts, figures, statistics and trends about Hong Kong. Search its extensive database for product inventory, information on Pearl River Delta development, breaking news and detailed market profiles.
Make the most of PartnerNet to find invaluable information, such as:
- Vital research information and detailed statistics
- An inventory of Hong Kong products, including places of interest, theme parks and restaurants
- Area-by-area market profiles
- Tourism products from the Pearl River Delta, the region that encompasses Hong Kong, Macau and Guangdong province
- Cruise markets, new attractions and special segments
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