Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Hong Kong, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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In Emergency
In an emergency, dial 999. This will connect you to the emergency services hotline. The telephone operators speak English, and handle emergency calls for the Police, Fire and Ambulance... read more
Health Requirements
You are not required to show any proof of vaccination before entering Hong Kong. If you are visiting for a city holiday, probably all you need to watch out for are mosquitoes. There is no... read more
Travel Insurance
Every overseas traveller should have travel insurance – just in case. If you are only visiting Hong Kong, you can probably take a basic plan without the expensive extras for extreme... read more
Women
Women are unlikely to face problems with personal safety in Hong Kong, even those who are travelling alone.
Taxis and public transport are all safe to travel on as a single woman, even... read more
Children
Hong Kong is a mixed bag for families travelling with children. On the plus side, local culture is very family-centric. When you visit Chinese restaurants for Dim Sum, for example, many... read more
People With Disabilities
Getting around Hong Kong in a wheelchair is a challenge. Crowded pavements, uneven surfaces, and the fact that crossing a road often means a subway or footbridge are some of the... read more
What To Wear
You’ll see a very wide range of dress styles in Hong Kong. Admire the perfectly coiffured ladies out for afternoon tea and a spot of shopping, then see a delivery man cycle past wearing... read more
Dos & Don’ts
Please note that in an effort to make Hong Kong a cleaner place, there are on-the-spot fines of $1,500 for people caught spitting or littering. Otherwise, the local laws are based on the... read more
Photography
You won’t be short of subjects to photograph, but as always use your common sense and in particular avoid taking pictures of any military installations or soldiers. For the general public... read more
