Hong Kong

Back from my 4 day 3 night trip to awesome Hong Kong. Absolutely loved the trip I didnt want to come back home. Left home soil at 7am and reached at 11am sharp at Hong Kong - first time flying by Air Asia. Was not all that bad. Slept troughout the flight except for the last 30 minutes where we could start seeing HK's skyline from the plane.

So, Day 1, checked into Dorsett Far East Hotel at North of Kowloon. The hotel looked much bigger on the website- but still it was okay. Rested fro half an hour and then walked around to look for lunch! Food in HK is one of the bestest ever in my opinion. Though my mum would disagree cause turn right, left, up, down- its such a pork fiesta (which my dad and I enjoyed!)

Then made our way to the MTR station- which Im now a pro at taking the MTR afer 4 days on it jumping from place to place. I know MTR more than i know Monorail. =) And its so damn efficient- it connects the whole of HK- even across the different islands. Very cun indeed.

First place visited was Victoria Peak.

Went all the way up to the highest lookout point in Hong Kong. The day was a lil cloudy and extremly breezy and windy. But we still managed to vatch HK's beauty. And saw a couple of cute Chinese guys- one of which I named the Brad Pitt of HK. Seriously...damn cute.

Then, we rubbed shoulders with some of the world's famous people.

At Madamme Tussauds Wax Museum

Lady Diana.

Went with Nicole Kidman to a movie premiere

Met President Obama to have a chat and also the British Royalty.

And one of the most talented footballers- Ronaldinho.

I think they could have done a better work on MJ though. He doesnt look quite himself here. Nevertheless, it was an awesome opportunity to get some of these pictures. Lots more taken with other famous people as well.

Since we were pretty much tires after all the walking, we headed back and got some sleep. The night before, I stayed uo the whole night watching Germany vs Argentina- shouting at the top of my lungs for Germany. Very tiiring.

Day 2- Half day guided city tour. And had an awesome Dim Sum breakfast. I can seriously eat Dim Sum everyday for 365 days!!! I love Dim Sum.

Gorgeous view from the other side called Wan Chai. Had a view of the blue waters. Very clean and serene.

HK's version of their tugu negara- kind of. The bauhinia flower that represents their country after freedom from British invasion for 150 years- and released in 1997.

Then headed off to Repulse Bay. The place where the richest of the richest stay. Super  hi-fi area. Quite a few Americans live there too- for the benefit of 'cuci mata'.

The large brown building is where Jackie Chan lives when he is in HK - as told by our tour guide. The area has very good feng shui.

The longevity bridge. If you walk over the birdge- you will supposedly get long life. Of course I did- I want to live till 100!

At the Aberdeen fishing village- where a couple of scenes from Rush Hour movie was shot. The worlds largest floating restaurant- Jumbo Seafood was there as well. Extremly expensive. 500HK dollars for a normal meal. Didnt eat there. My dad almost fainted seeing the price.

Went shopping after lunch. It was made sale sale everywhere. Branded goods everywhere. Some imitations looked just like the original. Walked around until feet hurt. Bought some stuff.

They had a good view from the shopping mall overlooking the sea at sunset. Took the opportunity to rest and relax the aching feet while watching the sun go down.

At almost each mall they have places outside to just relax and enjoy the breeze with loads of chairs and tables. And loads of alcoholic beverages- which is way more expensive than back at home. Everything in HK is tax free except beer and wine.

Ended the day with a romantic Harbour Cruise on a big cruise ship. My first time on a ship! was absolutely amazing and the view from the upper deck was breathtakingly gorgeous after all the buildings were lighted up. Explores the ship during the almost 2 hour cruise and also enjoyed the Symphony of Lights show as the buildings were illuminated with a dazzling light display- the only synchronized show in the world.

Reached the hotel at 11pm after all the travelling an slept soundly...

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