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The Hong Kong Travel Pack

HOW TO USE THIS BOOK

Full of up-to-date, thoroughly researched information written by locals, the Tuttle series of Travel Packs are indispensable companions on your global travels. The portable size and straightforward format make them always easy to use, no matter if you’re a regular or first-time visitor to the city.

In the front of the book, we give you an overview of the city, including its people, culture, religion and geography, with an additional two pages devoted to Hong Kong’s history, from its Opium War beginnings to the 1997 Handover and beyond. Chapter 1 then lists Hong Kong’s ‘Must See’ Sights, beginning with easy itineraries, and then detailing the Top 21 ‘Don’t Miss’ places to visit and things to do—from riding the Peak Tram to kayaking through sea caves to enjoying afternoon tea at The Pen, you’ll find it here.

In Chapter 2, we take a closer look at the many unique districts that make up Hong Kong, and the distinctive colour and character you’ll find in each, beginning in the commercial and colonial heart of Central, and ending up on the quiet, rural Outlying Islands. In addition, we head west across the Pearl River Delta to the neighbouring Special Administrative Region of Macau, with its combination of classic Portuguese heritage and modern, glitzy casinos; and cross the northern land border to visit the exciting Mainland Chinese cities of Shenzhen and Guangzhou, trips you might make yourself if you have time.

The largest section of the book is devoted to Chapter 3: Author’s Recommendations. Here, our Hong Kong author makes his picks for Hong Kong’s hippest hotels and nightspots, top kid-friendly activities, must-do country hikes and more. Lastly, the Practicalities section presents all you need to know before you go, including the low-down on festivals, visas, tipping, getting around and essential Cantonese.

While all information is correct at time of print, do make sure to call ahead if you plan to visit any of the venues listed within, as places tend to frequently open and close in fast-paced Hong Kong. As such, the publisher cannot accept responsibility for any errors that may be contained within the Travel Pack.