When shopping in the multi-leveled complexes in Hong Kong, go to the top floor first. Rent is cheapest here and therefore you will get the best prices here as well.
When riding the escalators, stay on the right side. the locals can really get annoyed if they are in a hurry and you're on their way. youll get a frown or if youre really unlucky, a frown plus a shove ...
Don't drink the water from the faucet directly. Boil the water before you drink it, or buy distilled/mineral water from supermarkets.
Beware of your belongings, especially the backpack.Be aware of pick pockets in crowded areas. Such as the MTR and be careful to not display your money or where you keep it when paying for items such as in the street markets of Mongkok. A money belt is a good suggestion for men and women.
Hong Kong crime rate is comparatively low to other Asian countries. However, Travellers should always exercise common sense in every situation. Avoid walking through small alleys and be alert of your valuables in crowded places. Exchange your money in official money changers, banks offer better exchange rates.
In Hong Kong, traffic follows the British pattern, meaning pedestrians have to look to the right before crossing. At red light intersections, walk fast and in harmony with the flow of pedestrians.Keep in your mind to always take your ID card or license or something that can prove your ID with you whenever and wherever you go out. The police in Hongkong often want to check that in the street.
Lately getting more and more people selling parfume on the street, saying original parfume at a cheaper rate. it is advisable that not to buy from them because they may not be real one. The point is you don't know what's inside the bottle. So, be smart!
Hong Kong has some great bargains on many things and its a fun place to shop. Just be sure when you purchase camera equipment or electronic goods that you check on the warranty, if its only local or carries an international warranty. Also check the box your goods are in that they contain a manual which is in English. Most stores are reputable and you should stop around for prices before purchasing. Never be afraid to bargain the price.
Be wary of people inviting you to go with them, either into their shop or a back alleyway. There are a good number of these people on Nathan Road in the less lighted areas. If for whatever reason you do go, just be sure it's with a bigger group (say at least 4 or 5 people).
If you are planning on going up The Peak, watch the weather. When low cloud surrounds Hong Kong Island it makes visibility almost nil in places. The higher you go the worse it is.
There is quite many route good for hiking in hong kong, but aviod doing this in the summer time (from June to August), its easy to get heliosis. The best time for hiking is on later autumn or early winter, and remember to bring the cell phone with you this time.
Hong Kong is subjected to typhoons every year between the months of June to September. It is best to avoid Hong Kong during this period. Not only is it hot and humid but should there be a grade 8 typhoon, some shops and businesses will be closed. There is also the risk of being injured by falling overhead signages, air-conditioning units and other flying debris.
In the Summer especially, the humidity in Hong Kong can be almost unbearable. It feels very hot and sticky outside. This weather in not only uncomfortable and dangerous, it is alos perfect Mosquito weather. Make sure to drink alot of water, stay cool, and wear repellant.
Sundays are the day the Filipino community (the Amahs etc) have their day off and get together. They congregate around Central - a road is even blocked off for them to mingle, sing and dance and have their little religious gatherings. They also collect around the Star Ferry area Central and at Victoria Park in Causeway Bay. They are all fun loving and its almost like party time when they get together along with all their large packages they have bought to send back home to families but if you are in a hurry and trying to get somewhere, it can take you quite a while to get through them all. After all, its Sunday and no one is supposed to be in a hurry.
More Useful Tips:
Never ever stick your chopsticks straight up in your bowl of rice. Not only it's rude, chopsticks stuck straight up in a bowl of rice also resembles jossticks in an urn which is only meant for funerals. Never ever do this during a banquet or during a hosted meal. Also, never use a chopstick to point at something, most least a person.
You should never buy clocks as gifts for Chinese friends (unless they do not mind). Many older folks still frown at that as the Chinese words for "sending clocks" sound almost the same as "sending you to your grave". So, if you are intending to buy a gift for a Chinese friend, clocks should never be a consideration. On the other hand, watches are fine.
Handle paper with two hands - when passing money to people use both hands and accept the change the same way, the older generations appreciate it as using one hand is a sign of rudeness.
Wear a lightweight suit for all occasions and make prior appointments. Chinese businessmen drive a hard bargain but their word is their bond. It is wise to avoid using blue and white as they are the Chinese colors of mourning. There will be lots of entertaining, usually in restaurants. Be prepared to answer to a toast to your host. Try to eat with chopsticks. Carry your passport at all times.
The Hong Kong Museum of Art is museum of for Chinese cultural heritage as well as local and international art. It is located in Tsim Sha Tsui near the Hong Kong Cultural Centre and Hong Kong Space Museum.
Direction:Take MTR to Tsim Sha Tsui station (Exit E), follow the signs and walk to the museum. 2) Take the Star Ferry from Central or Wanchai to Tsim Sha Tsui, walk about 10 mins to the museum. Open Mon, Wed - Fri : 1pm - 9pm; Sat, Sun & Public Holidays : 10am - 9pm Closed: Tue (except Public Holidays)
The Whampoa, built in the shape of a ship is a well-known landmark of the region, accommodates Jusco Department Store and video games centre - Game Station.
To pay tribute to outstanding professionals of Hong Kong's film industry, to promote tourism industry, and to consolidate Hong Kong's position as Asia's World City, the Avenue of Stars which is located at the Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade was given a glittering official opening on 27 April 2004. It was opened to the public and visitors from all over the world from 28 April 2004 onwards.
Directions: The Avenue of Stars is located in an easily accessible section along the Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade stretching from the southern end of Salisbury Garden to the New World Centre. Bus, Star Ferry, MTR
The Golden Bauhinia Square is an open area in Wan Chai North in Hong Kong. It is name after the giant statue of golden bauhinia balkeana at the centre of the area. The golden bauhinia is located just outisde the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, where the handover ceremonies of Hong Kong and at the establishment of Hong Kong SAR was held in July 1997. A flag-raising ceremony is held every day at 8am.
Directions: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Golden Bauhinia Sq., Wanchai, HK Basement. 25A + 25C : Bus terminus in Wanchai
The Mass Transit Railway (MTR) mainly serves the urban areas and provides an express connection to Hong Kong International Airport.
Trains on Kwun Tong Line, Tsuen Wan Line, Island Line, and Tseung kwan O line run every two (2) to five (5) minutes from around 6:00 am to 1:00 am daily. Meanwhile, the Airport Express Line whisks incoming and departing passengers between the Airport's passenger terminal and Hong Kong Station in the heart of Central, passong through Tsing Yi and Kowloon Stations. The service was extended to a new AsiaWorld-Expo Station in December 2005. to serve the new international exhibition centre at the Airport. The Tung Chung Line connects Tung Chung New Town on Lantau Island to central through West Kowloon. The Disney Resort Line is purposely built for the public visiting Hong Kong Disneyland. Passengers can make interchange at Sunny Bay Station of the Tung Chung Line to Disneyland Resort Station at the theme park.
Advise: When travelling around Hong Kong, the best way to get around is by MTR (Mass Transit Railway). The network is very safe and reliable and offers 5 different lines and serves 49 stations. Stations are signed very well making it very easy to use. Trains run quite frequently so you will never be stranded for too long. Be prepared for a bit of a squeeze when travelling during peak hours, as the MTR is one of the most utilized networks in Hong Kong, transporting around 2 million people on a daily basis. Please note that eating and drinking is forbidden on the MTR and you might be liable to a fine if caught. Travelling on the MTR Is made easy by using the Octopus card.
Additional Tips: Once you arrive in HK the first thing to do is to buy an Octopus Card which is an electronic payment card. It can be used in most public transports and convenience stores. You can buy the card at the airport or MTR stations with a deposit of HK$50. No need to worry about how much to buy. You can add value later at MTR stations. And when you go back return your card. You can get refunds of the remaining amount and the deposit. HK$7 will be charged if it's returned within 3 months.
Repulse Bay The well-known Repulse Bay Beach is located on a beautiful bay with a long line of coast and smooth sand. It is a Grade 1 beach for its good water quality. In addition, large waves rarely hit the beach, making it an ideal place for swimming.
Repulse Bay has changing rooms, showers, toilets, swimming rafts, swimming safety-zone markers, and playgrounds. Several Chinese restaurants dot the beach, and kiosks serve light refreshments. The Lifesaving Club is at the east end and resembles a Chinese temple, with large statues of Tin Hau, goddess of the sea, and Kwun Yum, goddess of mercy.
Direction: Take Bus 6, 6A, 64, 260, or 262 from Exchange Square, Bus 73 from Aberdeen. and Bus no. 6, 6A, 6X, 260 from Central.
Shek O Beach Shek O, not far from Big Wave Bay, is almost Mediterranean in aspect. A wide beach with shops and restaurants nearby, it has refreshment kiosks, barbecue pits, lifeguards, swimming rafts, playgrounds, changing rooms, showers, and toilets. The views are magnificent as the bus begins its descent toward the heart of the small village. In the center of town there are several outdoor dining areas, serving everything from Thai to Cantonese.
Direction: Take the MTR from Central to Shau Kei Wan (there is a bus from Central to Shau Ki Wan, but it takes between one and two hours), then Bus 9 to the end of the line.
Deep Water Bay At Deep Water Bay the action starts at dawn every morning, all year long, when members of the Polar Bear Club go for a dip. The beach is packed in summer, when there are lifeguards, swimming rafts, and safety-zone markers, plus a police reporting center. Barbecue pits, showers, and restrooms are open year-round.
Direction: A taxi from Central will take about 20 minutes. You can also take Bus 6A from the Exchange Square Bus Terminus; for a scenic route, take Bus 70 from Exchange Square to Aberdeen and change to Bus 73, which passes the beach en route to Stanley.
Big Wave Bay Big Wave Bay is Hong Kong's most accessible surfing beach, lives up to its name and is frequently closed for swimming as a result. The beach has kiosks, barbecue pits, a playground, changing rooms, showers, and toilets.
Direction: From Shau Ki Wan, take Bus 9 to the roundabout; walk about 20 minutes along the road, which is usually lined with cars on weekends.
Bird Market
Bird Market Yuen Po Street, Mong Kok, Kowloon7am - 8pm
At the end of Flower Market Road, you will come to the Yuen Po St. Bird Garden. Recently built to replace the old Bird Street Market on Hong Lok St., the Bird Garden houses vendors selling birds, cages, and all the bird-related accessories. Many elderly locals seem to come here merely to spend a relaxing day of bird watching.
Directions: MTR: Prince Edward, B3 exit; turn left on Prince Edward Rd. West, walk past Sai Yee St. on the left; Flower Market Rd. is on the right.
or Take the MTR to Mongkok, exit on Nelson St.: Hong Lok Street is two blocks west.
When shopping in the multi-leveled complexes in Hong Kong, go to the top floor first. Rent is cheapest here and therefore you will get the best prices here as well.
HK Museum of Art
note that eating and drinking is forbidden on the MTR and you might be liable to a fine if caught. Travelling on the MTR Is made easy by using the Octopus card.
restaurants nearby, it has refreshment kiosks, barbecue pits, lifeguards, swimming rafts, playgrounds, changing rooms, showers, and toilets. The views are magnificent as the bus begins its descent toward the heart of the small village. In the center of town there are several outdoor dining areas, serving everything from Thai to Cantonese. 
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