Celebrating Christmas in Hong Kong

Christmas in Hong Kong
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Another festive season is just around the corner and it is time to have some fun after a busy year. How was your last Christmas? Did you have fun the way you wanted? Well, this year you need to give yourself a special treat by celebrating your Christmas in Hong Kong. If you are looking for a Christmas destination that will give you lifetime memories, then your next destination is none other but Hong Kong city. This is a traditional Christmas destination where people have fun like there is no new year at the corner or as if it is the last Christmas. If you come from the West, you should not be shocked if you don’t find snow because, by the time you leave Hong Kong, you will learn how to celebrate Christmas without necessarily spending time in the winter, snow and cold weather.

In Hong Kong the festive spirit is very high with fireworks throughout the city, festive lights glittering in all the skyscrapers and Christmas Carols from every corner of the city. If you love eating mouth-watering delicacies during Christmas, you will get a variety of delicious foods in Hong Kong. Do not forget the Wind Sand Chicken, one of the traditional dishes in the city. You should not fear to visit any of the Hong Kong’s hotels and restaurant to have your favorite dish because the locals are very friendly. When tired after the day’s fun, don’t forget to spare some time to attend the famous Hong Kong massage parlors so that you can relax the traditional way just like the locals do.

Things you should know as you plan your Christmas trip to Hong Kong

The month of December is a festive season in Hong Kong, but the Christmas Day and the Boxing Day is the climax of everything. However, you should note that in Hong Kong people do not spend the Christmas day in the church or at home, as it is a custom in western countries. Here business goes on as usual, but still, everyone observes and acts in a festive spirit. If you visit a shop or a restaurant in the city, the decorations, colors and lights will definitely tell you that it is a festive time. The following are some of the attractions you should visit in Hong Kong during Christmas time.

Christmas-themed parks in the city

Some of the outstanding parks that you should visit include the Ocean Park and Hong Kong Disneyland to enjoy some Christmas lights, decorated trees and of course a fake snow. 

Visit the Winterfest

This is the place where the climax of Christmas celebrations in Hong Kong takes place. Here you get to enjoy memorable celebrations organized by the Hong Kong Tourism Board that will make you never forget your trip to the city.

Attend Christmas events in the city

Some of the memorable events that visitors enjoy in Hong Kong during Christmas include the traditional Pantos, circus acts, and shows from local comedians that will give any visitor a thrilling experience.

Enjoy famous Hong Kong Christmas fireworks

At this point, Christmas fireworks are famous for its intensive mixture of bright lights and beautiful vibrant colors. Laughter and excitement of people around you while looking at an amazing display of blooming flowers of flames in the night sky are something no one should miss.  

Generally, Christmas in Hong Kong is an enjoyable and pretty unique experience. But, you should prepare yourself well, have plans in advance and choose your favorite attractions in the city, because you cannot visit all places and experience everything you'd like unless you extend your stay until at least till mid-January.  

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