We hit the ground running in Hong Kong; because of the high cost of living we limited ourselves to just three days in the amazing capitalistic city reclaimed by the Chinese in 1997. We checked into our hotel early after a train ride out to Hong Kong Island from the airport. It was our first real hotel of the entire trip, the Ramada. We dropped off our bags and headed out. Our trusty Rough Guides for Southeast Asia as our companion and we began a hurried exploration of one of the most awe-inspiring cities of the world. We were startled by the amount of green space intermingled within the tall skyscrapers. We took a walking tour through some of the most historical sites such as the old markets that sold Chinese Herbs, St. Joseph’s Cathedral, and the old Gas Lanterns that once lit all of Hong Kong.
Then we took the Tram up to the “Peak.” The highest point on Hong Kong Island and we meandered along one of the most peaceful little paths we have ever encountered. There were waterfalls and families picnicking and people walking their dogs and then a few outrageous houses. It was a feat actually to get Mary to take the tram up to the top as her and heights aren’t exactly on speaking terms.
Hong Kong has one of the most impressive sky lines in the world and the best way to take it in is during an evening Harbor Cruise so we ventured out on one or second night. The day had been a little drizzly but nothing too bad. Shortly after boarding the ship and heading out into the harbor the winds picked up and the rain starting falling. Within moments many of the tourists were vomiting off the side of the boat. The light show was amazing and we will definitely be venturing back to Hong Kong someday.
On the Harbor Tour
Hong Kong - Skyline from the Peak
Dried Fish Market
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