In a week Alex and I covered a lot of ground on the trip to Hong Kong.  The following pictures outline some of our activities.

Hong Kong, SAR

Hong Kong, a city of contrasts and now a Special Administrative Region of China, is one of the most densely populated cities in the world.  It is also one of the most fun and interesting in my opinion.  There’s a zillion things to do.  Shopping, sightseeing, latin dancing, food, tailors, beautiful topography etc., etc..

Hotels are expensive.  On the other hand, food and transportation are not.

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Hong Kong Island skyline from Victoria Harbour

Hong Kong is a gateway to Macao and mainland China.  Tours operate from Hong Kong to the mainland that will supply a Chinese visa for you.

Star Ferry and Laser Show

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Star Ferry
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Star Ferry

 

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Tsim Tsa Tsui waterfront
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Jumbo floating restaurant
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Victoria Peak overlooking Victoria Harbour
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Mong Kok shopping

Macao SAR

Macao is a 30-minute ferry ride from Hong Kong.

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Cotai Water Jet ferry to Macao economy section
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Cotai Water Jet first class snack
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Traditional Portuguese Macao architecture
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Macao gambling revenue outpaces Las Vegas three to one

Lantau Island

Lantau Island is at the end of the MTR Orange Line.

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MTR to Lantau Island subway
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Lantau Island cable car
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Lantau Island cable car
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Big Buddha
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Stairs to Big Buddha
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One of the 12 Divine Generals

Other posts about this trip:

Delta One A330-200 Seattle to Hong Kong

Trip Report – Airport Express Hong Kong International Airport