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Hong Kong ala Carte
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Hong Kong is called the New York of Asia for a reason. It’s a city that never sleeps; bustling during the day with power-suited executives and coming alive at night with fashionable partygoers. Its towering monoliths create a concrete canopy over the city, yet come alive at dusk dressed in festive lights – putting the city in a party mood all year round. Famed for its shopping and its reputation as Asia’s financial powerhouse, Hong Kong is the perfect place for the modern traveller who seeks the excitement of an urban lifestyle. Yet, this city is also a city of contrasts. Once a British colonial, Hong Kong still embraces its 150 year old colonial legacy along with its deeprooted Chinese traditions. But for those that prefer to explore Chinese yum cha culture over English high tea or, study tai chi over Sunday horseracing, Hong Kong has a number of unique Chinese experiences cleverly designed for the guest to enjoy. What makes these experiences interesting is that most allow guests to meet some of Hong Kong’s cultural connoisseurs; professionals in their respective fields that have volunteered to extend Hong Kong’s hospitality and cultural understanding to those who visit. The programmes, offered under Hong Kong Tourism Board’s Cultural Kaleidoscope – Meet the People initiative (www.discoverhongkong.com), runs year-round, with the majority of it for free!
01 Hong Kong’s famous harbour skyline 02 Ride the Duk Ling at sunset 03 Explore Hong Kong architecture for free 01
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