Hong Kong has the second largest amount of skyscrapers in the world, so you might just see one, maybe two. In fact, you’ll probably become entangled within this sleepless skyscraper territory, which is an incredible experience in itself. With markets full of delicious local recipes and great bargains, you and your travel money will have a ball.
5/5 stars – ATMs have sprouted up all over Hong Kong and should be available at any hour. Just be wary of any withdrawal fees you may be paying in more touristy areas.
If there’s no service fee, a small tip is appreciated
It’s excellent, with free access to hundreds of Wi-Fi hotspots.
Your daily costs will fluctuate between cheap markets and expensive bars.
Coffee: NZ$3.50 (large cappuccino)
Water: NZ$1.10 (330mL bottle)
Beer: NZ$10.50 (Pint in a bar)
Food: NZ$13.20 (sweet ‘n’ sour pork)
Taxi: NZ$39.70 (airport – Kowloon)
Big Mac: NZ$3.50 (the familiar favourite)
Budget: Around NZ$90/day (2x cheap meals, supermarket snacks, train ticket and a Star Ferry round trip)
Moderate: Around NZ$165/day (2x cheap meals, supermarket snacks, train ticket and a tram ride up to The Peak)
Luxury: Around NZ$220/day (2x restaurant meals, supermarket snacks and entry to Disneyland)
5/5 stars - Hong Kong is remarkably safe, probably because it’s the home of so many famous kung fu fighters. Just keep your travel money close to your chest and you’ll be sweet.
Cent to the seabed
The last minted 1c coins never reached the shores as they were sunk during WWII.
Macau cash
Although Macau uses a different currency, your HKD will work just fine.
Beautiful or bland?
The Bauhinia flower was chosen to appear on the currency for looking politically neutral
Hong (king) Kong
Despite the territory’s small size, the HKD is the 13th most traded currency
Honkie-tonk notes
Expats have given the Hong Kong dollar the local name of Honkie.
Most places will readily accept cards. Which is good, because cash can get pretty confusing with some of the same value banknotes varying in looks. However, carrying cash is a must for the endless markets and cheap street food stalls scattered all over the streets. Hong Kong? More like Hong Ka-ching!
Big buddha
Gaze at the glorious Tian Tan Buddha bronze statue and soak in the quiet scenery and atmosphere of the monk community around it.
Tram to the peak
Ascend Hong Kong’s steep backyard slope and look onto the city’s colourful towers and mountainous horizon.
Temple Street might market
From fun electronics and trinkets, to scrumptious treats, this market is a great place to spend your night and practise haggling.
A ferry lovely light show
Jump aboard the Star Ferry at night for the nightly light show buildings put on.
Ngong Ping 360 cable car
Lantau Island has incredible mountains that you can soar over. Choose the glassbottom car for a heartstopping view.
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