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Crime & Safety in Hong Kong

by admin on 20 November , 2008 · No Comments

Hong Kong is one of the safest city in the world. However, LOW CRIME doesn’t mean NO CRIME. Be alert at all times. Similar to all large cities, there will be some gangster activities going on especially in pubs, nightclubs, bathhouses, massage parlours. Most times, you will not get into trouble as a visitor of [...]

Smoking in Hong Kong

by admin on 19 November , 2008 · No Comments

photo credit: TheTruthAbout… Dear SMOKERS, We are sorry to inform you as of 1st January 2007, non-smoking areas have been extended to cover the indoor areas of all restaurant premises, indoor workplaces, public indoor places, and some public outdoor places . No one can smoke or carry a lit cigarette, cigar, or pipe in no [...]

Emergency

by admin on 18 November , 2008 · No Comments

photo credit: gruntzooki It is definitely not a good experience to encounter emergency situations, especially in a foreign land. These are some tips that may be helpful in an emergency situation. 1. Have a mobile phone that is connected to the Hong Kong local mobile networks (click to learn more about telecommunication in HK ) [...]

Power Supply

by admin on 19 October , 2008 · No Comments

The electricity supply in Hong Kong is 220V, 50 Hz. Type G socket, you may still occasionally find some types of M socket in the older buildings. Amazon.com Widgets

ChopSticks

by admin on 2 October , 2008 · No Comments

Here is the starting point to your fantastic and unforgettable food experience in Hong Kong. Please take note, if you are going to use a pair of non-disposable chopsticks in a local coffee house or noodle shop, I strongly encourage you to rinse them in a glass of hot tea / water that they serve [...]