HONG KONG

Sure, this dramatic big city has smog, constant noise, phenomenal energy, and millions of people crammed between its profusion of skyscrapers, but it also has hushed temples, quiet park corners, and is surrounded by idyllic island oases. Whatever you want, always-on-the-boil Hong Kong has it.

 

HONG KONG

Dining

East meets West in high style to make this city a gourmet's paradise. With an astonishing 9,000 restaurants to choose from, Asian food of all kind abounds, and the international repertoire is as good as anywhere in the world.

Culture

There's much to experience in a place where 5,000 years of Chinese tradition meets 150 years of British colonial rule and bumps up against a lust for the future. Not least magnificent views; take a tram up Victoria Peak for the most spectacular vista of the busy harbour.

Shopping

Ultra-modern malls, designer boutiques and old fashioned open-air markets - Hong Kong is a shopping Mecca where you'll find everything from ancient Chinese medicine to the coolest gadgets.

Getting around

Hong Kong has an excellent transport network, which is a tourist attraction in its own right. From old harbour ferries to ultra modern trains and the world's longest escalator, getting from A to B is done in style here. Hotel shuttle buses and taxis are another great transport option.

GMT: +8 Hours
Flight Time: Approximately 12 hours
Currency: Hong Kong Dollar

CHOOSE A RESORT

 

WEATHER

CLIMATE

While Hong Kong is an all-year-round destination many prefer to visit during November and December when there are pleasant breezes, plenty of sunshine and comfortable temperatures. The heaviest rainfall can be expected between May and September.

TEMPERATURE / RAINFALL

 

JAN

FEB

MAR

APR

MAY

JUN

JUL

AUG

SEP

OCT

NOV

DEC

TEMP (°C)

16

15

18

22

26

28

29

29

27

25

21

18

RAINFALL (MM)

33

46

74

137

292

394

381

367

257

114

43

31

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