Hong Kong travel and accommodation guide
Hong Kong is one of the two special administrative regions of the Republic of China, with the other being Macau. It is situated on the southeastern coast of China to the east of the Pearl river delta. The South China Sea is to the south and the Guangdong province is to the north of Hong Kong. Hong Kong is China's major international hub as a financial and trading centre. It is also China's richest region.
Accommodation
With a large number of hotel groups and independent luxury accommodation, the range of hotels available for those desiring top quality hotels is extensive. With many hotels located in the central business district or on the waterfront. Imagine relaxing in your hotel, on the 56th floor overlooking Victoria Harbour.... thats luxury accommodation - Hong Kong style.
For those travelling on a budget, Hong Kong also has many affordable accommodation options from Hostels, Guesthouse and budget hotel, and Bed & Breakfast style accommodation.
Tourist Attractions Hong Kong
Hong Kong certainly is a unique travel experience. A sprawling Cityscape which challenges the sense, the the island also boasts many tourist attractions such as the following:
Victoria Peak
You get an excellent view of the Hong Kong city from Victoria Peak. It has a giant Wok shaped Peak tower. Within the tower are many shops, restaurants, museums and viewing points. It has a tram running from the central part to the bottom part of the Peak Tower.
Hong Kong Museums
There are many theme museums in Hong Kong. Hong Kong Museum of History is a very famous one out of all museums in Hong Kong. Presently located at Chatham Road South, Tsim Sha Tsui, it was founded in 1975.
Lantau Island
It is a great escape from the busy and buzzing life of Hong Kong. Here you can find traditional fishing villages, monasteries, open countryside and secluded beaches.
Theme Parks
Hong Kong has two of the most famous theme parks. Hong Kong Disneyland was opened recently on the Lantau islands while the Ocean Park is being serving the tourists for more than 30 years now. Ocean Park has many roller coasters and a large aquarium. These two parks have cablecar from which you get an excellent view of the South China Sea.
Hong Kong Weather
Hong Kong has a subtropical type of climate. In winter it is cool and dry and hot and humid in the summer with heavy rains in the monsoons. The best time to visit Hong Kong is in spring i.e. between March and April and Autumn i.e. between September and November. During spring it has an average temperature of around 25°C and the climate is also not very humid. It has an unstable climate in winter with the temperatures ranging from 12 to 22°C.
Visa and Health requirements for Australians
Australians must have a valid passport, but no visa is required for a stay of up to three months. All travellers are advised to vaccinate themselves against diseases caused due to mosquito bites as dengue fever is common disease in Hong Kong.
Recommended Hotels
Novotel Century Hong Kong (Hong Kong Island)
Superior Room, Free breakfast for 1 child under 16 yrs. Instant Confirmation, Pay at Hotel
From USD 167/ night
HKD 1,300)
The Salisbury YMCA of Hong Kong (Kowloon)
From USD 135 / night
Novotel Citygate Hong Kong (Lantau)
Only 5 minutes from Airport
Instant Confirmation and
Pay at Hotel
From USD 152 / night
The Venetian Macao Resort Hotel (Macao)
Royal King Suite,
high Speed Internet, Instant Confirmation, Pay at Hotel
From USD 217 / night
(HKD 1690)