Practical, no-nonsense guides from people who actually live here. The Octopus card, the attractions worth your time, where to stay, and where to shop.
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Getting Around Hong KongThe cheapest way from Hong Kong Airport to the city is an E-series bus at around HK$21, not the Airport Express. Here's every option, ranked by price.
Getting Around Hong KongThe MTR Tourist Day Pass costs HK$75. Here's exactly what it covers, the fare math that decides if it beats an Octopus card, and who should skip it.
Must Visit AttractionsReal Hong Kong Disneyland tips for first-timers: rope drop, the app, Early Park Entry, Premier Access, baby care, and the mistakes worth skipping.
Must Visit AttractionsWhat to wear to the Big Buddha in Hong Kong. Can you wear shorts? Do you need pants? The real dress code for the Tian Tan Buddha and Po Lin Monastery.
Must Visit AttractionsEverything to know before visiting Wong Tai Sin Temple in Hong Kong: how to get there, opening hours, entrance fee, kau cim fortune-telling and dress code.