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Integrating a Pet Into Your Home
If you’re an animal lover, it’s no secret that pets can brighten up your life and those of your family members. When deciding whether to adopt a pet in Hong Kong, one should look beyond the surface and understand that animals, like children, will require attention, love and care. Compared to other countries, looking after pets in HK might be easi
Weather in Hong Kong - A Brief Overview
From the scorching heat of summer to the temperate winds of winter, the weather in Hong Kong makes for sizeable variations in temperature and humidity. With a sub-tropical climate and four seasons to boot, the only truly predictable weather phenomena which poses significant disruptions to planned activities in Hong Kong are typhoons and heavy rai
The Hong Kong Art Scene: Where to Fulfil Your Artistic Yearnings
In recent years, Hong Kong’s art scene has been firmly establishing its place on the global stage. For aspiring art lovers and collectors, this translates into a packed schedule of annual festivals, exhibitions and gallery events with pieces that delight, shock and stimulate the mind – sometimes simultaneously! This article aims to help you get
5 Tips for Staying Cool in Hong Kong’s Hot Summers
When it comes to staying cool in Hong Kong’s summers, the obstacles to this are two-fold: the blistering heat, and the humidity that comes with being a coastal city. In a city with summers where temperatures can easily reach the high 30s in degrees Celsius, and humidity levels stay at a consistent 86-87%, staying cool in Hong Kong is sometimes n
Where to explore Hong Kong’s culture?
Encompassing Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and the New Territories (including Outlying Islands), Hong Kong is a haven for cultural attractions. Be it functional brick-and-mortar landmarks reflective of colonial history or Chinese heritage sites which allude to the clan settler days of yore, apart from existing as a unique confluence between East and
Prepare for Typhoon Season in Hong Kong
Hong Kong has a subtropical climate with distinct seasons. During the summer, the city can get extremely hot and humid , the hottest daytime temperature often exceeds 32°C with an average of over 80% humidity, creating favorable conditions for the occasional typhoon to skirt by. Hong Kong’s typhoon season begins in May and lasts through late Sep
Living in Hong Kong: A Year in Discovery Bay
22 April 2016 - I grew up living in Hong Kong as an expat and am now a Discovery Bay resident, having relocated back to the city last year with my family. Upon searching for a home, I was admittedly hesitant about the suggestion to look at Discovery Bay properties. I found myself echoing the familiar stereotypes that surprisingly many (non-DB’ers)
Chinese Festivals in Hong Kong: Tales & Traditions
Hong Kong has long acted as the confluence between East and West, uniquely blending the best of both worlds. One item particularly worth celebrating is the city’s recognition of a wide range of exciting holidays from cultures across the World, as well as its preservation of the more traditional Chinese festivals that still compose an important par
Hiring a Domestic Helper in Hong Kong: Key Considerations
When considering how to hire a domestic helper, or whether or not you should even be looking to hire a domestic helper, there are a number of key items listed in this article that you should bear in mind. Basic Requirements for Hiring a Domestic Helper There are a number of basic requirements that prospective employers of domestic helpers must sa
Where and what to eat in Hong Kong
More than a cosmopolitan city, Hong Kong has long been praised as a food paradise. The cuisine in Hong Kong reflects its rich blend of cultures and is as wide in variety, ranging from sweet French pastries, English breakfasts, to spicy Thai food. From local flavours to international menus, the city offers countless culinary delights. No matter wha
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