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Hong Kong Island to Kowloon: Ferry, MTR, Bus or Taxi?
How to get from Hong Kong Island to Kowloon by Star Ferry, MTR, tunnel bus or taxi: real fares, speed and when to pick each one.
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Getting Around Hong Kong5 min read
Hong Kong Taxi Scams: How to Avoid Getting Overcharged
The real Hong Kong taxi scams tourists hit, what's actually legal, and exactly how to report a driver who overcharges you.
Getting Around Hong Kong5 min read
Star Ferry Price in Hong Kong: Fares, Passes & the $2 Octopus Trick
The exact Star Ferry price in Hong Kong by deck, route and day, plus the four-day tourist pass and the $2 Octopus concession most visitors miss.
Best Day Trips from Hong Kong5 min read
Nam Sang Wai, Hong Kong: How to Get There, Cycle It & Catch the Sunset
Nam Sang Wai, Hong Kong is a wetland near Yuen Long reached by the city's last hand-paddled ferry. How to get there, cycle it, and catch the sunset.
Best Day Trips from Hong Kong6 min read
Cheung Chau vs Lamma Island: Which Hong Kong Day Trip Should You Take?
Cheung Chau or Lamma Island for a Hong Kong day trip? Compare the ferries, the walking, the beaches and the food to pick the right one.
Hong Kong with Kids6 min read
The Best Parks for Kids in Hong Kong (and Which One Fits Your Day)
Five real Hong Kong parks for kids, matched to age and energy level, from a free zoo in Central to a historic garden older kids actually enjoy.
Must Visit Attractions6 min read
Lam Tsuen Wishing Trees: What They Are, How to Make a Wish & Getting There
Lam Tsuen Wishing Trees in Tai Po: the real history, how the wish-throwing ritual works today, opening hours and how to get there from the MTR.
Must Visit Attractions5 min read
Is the Hong Kong Science Museum Worth It?
Hours, ticket prices, the free Wednesday catch, and what's actually inside the Hong Kong Science Museum, so you know if it's worth it.
Hong Kong with Kids5 min read
What to Pack for Hong Kong With a Toddler
What to pack for Hong Kong with a toddler, by category: weather layers, stroller vs carrier, sun and rain gear, food and Octopus Card basics.
Must Visit Attractions4 min read
Hong Kong's Best Street Art & Murals: Where to Find Them
Where to see Hong Kong's best street art and murals, from Sheung Wan's Art Lane to Wong Chuk Hang's warehouse district. A self-guided, free walking guide.