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Tourism's Introduction
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Kong is a "diamondction" in eastern Asia which is famous
for its modern life, scenic natural environment and secret Chinese
culture. As a fact, Hong Kong's glamour is mainly from the harmonized
and splendid architecture instead of natural scenery and historic
sites.
Millions of tourists flock to experience Hong Kong's wonders every
year.Hong Kong's visitors seek out a wide range of natural, cultural
and cosmopolitan attractions. The most popular attractions during
the past few years have included:
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The Weather of Hong Kong |
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Kong can sometimes be affected by extreme weather. The government
has issued a simple but effective warning system. There are five
grades of Tropical Cyclone Warning Signals (signals 1, 3, 8, 9 and
10, with 10 being the highest). However, typhoons rarely pass directly
over Hong Kong. In addition, there are three Rainstorm Warning Signals
(amber, red and black, with black being the highest). When the typhoon
signal is 8 or above and/or the rain signal is black, visitors are
advised to stay in their hotels.
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Dining and Hotels
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Gourmet Paradise
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Kong's cuisine is renowned for its exotic fusion of Eastern and Western
flavours along with a wide variety of culinary delights. Its cultural
blend, proximity to mainland China and reputation for quality have
made Hong Kong the world's undisputed Gourmet Paradise. Throughout
the year, a wide selection of scrumptious staples and fantastic Seasonal
Specialties top the menu.
Many of Hong Kong's districts boast a unique ambience and selection
of food. Hong Kong's more than 9,900 restaurants offer almost every
cuisine under the sun, so each dining experience in the City of Life
is vastly different.The restaurants in downtown is usually with high
price and the cheapers locate in the satellite towns.
Hotel
Hotels are situated on Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, in the New Territories
and on the outlying islands. You can stay among the big city lights,
in the verdant countryside or by the beach - the choice is yours.
No matter where you stay,  all
of Hong Kong's attractions are close at hand. The excellent public
transport system means you are only a short journey away from the
bustle of the city or the tranquillity of the outlying islands.
Many of Hong Kong's luxury hotels are among the best in the world.
All the major international chains are represented, along with a
dazzling array of local and regional hotels. What's more, there
are a multitude of hostels and guesthouses to satisfy the budget-conscious
traveler.
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Shopping and Entertainment |
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Shopping
Hong Kong's malls, department stores and designer boutiques offer
an amazing contrast to the bustling open-air markets nestled among
the towering skyscrapers.
Hong Kong's stores offer remarkable discounts when you use the
Hong Kong VIP Card. Save time and money with the latest shopping
tips and discover where to shop to get the best deals around.
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Kong during a sales period is a complete retail therapy course!
During the winter (late December to February) and the summer sale
(July to September) major discounts are available for the avid shopper.
Entertainment
Today, Hong Kong is as vibrant as ever, bursting with life and
dynamism. The calendar is overflowing with shows, events and festivals.
Whole new dining districts are making the city streets come alive
and people are out in force lapping up an almost hypnotic carnival
atmosphere.
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Entry Notices |
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Visitors to Hong Kong must hold a valid passport. Passports should
be valid for at least one month after your planned departure date
from Hong Kong. For some nationalities, this condition extends to
six months. Nationals of most countries are not required to obtain
visas for periods varying from seven days to six months, depending
on nationality. Check with any Chinese embassy or consulate for
the latest status.
Visas for mainland China can be obtained in Hong Kong. They require
one photo and usually take three working days to process. Visas
can be obtained through the Consulate Department, Office of the
Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's
Republic of China in Hong Kong, China Travel Service (HK) Ltd, or
China International Travel Service HK Ltd.
People can easily find the Exchange Office in airport hall, customhouse
and Sheung Wan dock, but the exchange rate there is higher than
other places. Thus, visitors usually exchange the needed money before
arriving at hotels.
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