Despite popular worldwide exposure, Hong Kong is a city that never fails to live up to expectations. It is a popular destination where people return with fond memories and tales of wonderful experiences, often influencing the visitor to make solid plans to return one day.
Its huge skyscrapers and coastal location is home to an estimated 6.9 million people. Moreover, it is a global centre for business and commerce amongst other things, whilst many would agree that the energetic sounds of modern life mixed with oriental authenticity are what give Hong Kong its edge.
The city’s style and exuberance has influenced the attraction of a high proportion of visitors each year, making it all the more important that there is in fact, an endless array of top class hotels available to choose from. As a result, they are all jostling for a position in and around the must-see attractions and city centre hot spots. Its many visitors are spoiled for choice and the large numbers of travelers visiting Hong Kong will discover they are in a city with everything they could possibly want, and perhaps more they had never even thought of.
Walking around Hong Kong’s many shopping districts makes you feel as though money is earned to be spent in a place like this. With no shortage of places to eat & drink, and things to do, the city bristles with infectious energy; daring you to be a part of it. If you are looking for an experience that is all about you and what you want from a holiday, then this city goes right to the top of the wish list.
Furthermore, Hong Kong has carved out a reputation as a destination where East and West collide harmoniously and the cuisine, music and nightlife support this notion. It is interesting to know that no less than 38 of the world's 100 tallest residential buildings can be found in Hong Kong. The city also boasts the dubious honour of having more people living or working above the 14th floor than anywhere else on Earth, making it the world's most vertical city!
Western culture and Asian spirit coexist peacefully and there is much to be learned about neighbouring China here. While undoubtedly a centre for trade with the world's greatest number of skyscrapers, Hong Kong’s film industry cannot be overlooked; becoming popular for its most famous exports in John Woo and Jackie Chan, who have emerged as global stars.
If city breaks in Hong Kong sound appealing then Hong Kong has plenty to offer the visitor; to further name but a few highlights then Victoria Peak, the Museum of Art, the Wet Market and the Central district are also worth a visit. Just don’t forget to look past the shiny new surfaces and see the ancient culture that gives the city its exotic flavour and its citizens their unique habits.
