Reply #1 meaninglesskiss's post
I'm from UK and in Hong Kong, it's pretty comfortable to walk around. Temp is probably around same as southern Europe, like south of France or Spain. I arrived yesterday and it was 30C and I was fine in t-shirt and shorts walking from Wanchai to CWB and back. That should give u more idea on how far u could walk. For me, it's easy to walk at least one MTR stop along SSP, MK, Jordan, TST line.
For 141, I'd definitely make an appointment. It can be intimidating as a non-local and especially so if there is a language barrier and them not expecting someone from overseas. Calling ahead of time guarantees availability and sets expectations on language and things ahead of time. It also negates any need to consider a rush hour. If looking for anything energetic such as massage, I'd recommend considering an earlier appt so the girl is not so tired, but it might be down to ur schedule
MK has many good food places. There are not so many "dai pai dong" now, where the restaurant is literally in the street. I think there is one in Fotan, by the bus station, and maybe in Sheung Wan. In MK, just look for a local eatery that is busy. Locals know which places to eat, so if it's busy, it should be decent. Also, all restaurants will have an English menu, even if the postings on the wall are in Chinese. Just ask once you sit down. I'd recommend things like claypot rice or maybe roast duck or the crispy roast pork with the crackling still on. Those are easy for a non-local palate to get to grips with. I think there are some restaurants in Jordan, right at the top end of Temple Street market where there is lots of outdoor seating. I wouldn't consider that "street food" as the cooking is done in a regular kitchen, you're just eating it outdoors.
For non-mongering bars, try Lan Kwai Fong. Lots of choice there, but tends to be a younger crowd. With work colleagues, diff to know how wild or tame they are. Otherwise try the bar of another hotel or maybe a restaurant with a bar, like Dan Ryan's in Pacific Place (if it is still there).
For hardware, I have bought many things and not had a problem with any of it. I usually buy in either Golden in SSP or MK Computer Centre on Nelson Street or Wanchai computer mall by the MTR. There is also a another one in Wanchai, at 298 Hennessy Road (just called 298). I don't frequent 298 too much, but MK and the Wanchai one have been fine in my experience. I have made 20+ purchases including external HDD, RAM chips and peripherals up to full desktops and laptop. Never had any probs. Especially for Wanchai, there are so many overseas ppl, all the outlets speak at least basic to good English and bargaining is not an issue at all. My advice is to try a short haggle with a couple of outlets to get a feel of the fair price and aim for that at the next one. That usually works for me. I try to aim for a price that I am happy with compared to prices in UK and not necessarily the absolute lowest price I could possibly get (I qualify this by saying there is a law of diminishing return - once the vendor gets to a certain profit point, to go lower than that takes a lot more effort to save a few dollars that is effectively peanuts. Just get to a decent price without too much fuss, allow the guy to make a living, and everyone is happy).
Anyway, that's my take on things in HK. Hope you have a good trip. | |
