Hong Kong

the double-decker bus in HK

You might get a bit bored in Macau if you're not a gambler so we recommend you take the ferry to Hong Kong which is less than 90 minutes away by ferry. You can also take a helicopter (expensive) if you're filthy rich. But since we're not, we decided to take the ferry. It was around P800 ($19US) for a one way ticket. By the way, you don't need a visa for HK/Macau if you have a Philippine passport.



Hong Kong is more expensive than Macau (especially cigarettes and transportation). So keep that in mind. If you have pesos with you, you might be able to find a decent exchange rate around Tsim Sha Tsui or Wan Chai.



*Nunu says to check exchange rates before travelling so you don't get ripped off. Try www.oanda.com.


In Hong Kong, there many things to do. Here's a top 10 list:

1) go shopping in Ladies Market of Mongkok (a very crowded place)
2) take the tram to The Peak
3) have a few drinks and party in Lang Kwai Fong
4) take the ferry from Kowloon to Hong Kong Island
5) buy Royce chocolates at City Super in Times Square, Wanchai
6) check out Stanley Market
7) go to Disneyland!
8) try the local food
9) enjoy the cityscape from the midlevels
10) go shopping in Shenzhen and go there by train.





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