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 Traveller's Tales: Shopping suggestions in Hong Kong
Get the best advice on shopping in Hong Kong. You may read about shopping malls, souvenir items and best buys in the area. Also, you might want to read our
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| R Huerta nicholson |
10 August 2004 |
Stayed at Harbour Plaza Hotel Hong Kong - Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
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Would recommend: Dining in Deco Cafe for the food and views, Hong Kong Helicopter Tour, Repulse Bay for a day at the beach, Ladies Market for watches and Bags, Lan Kwai Fong and Lockhart Road for a drink and live music.
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| K Cheng |
02 August 2004 |
Stayed at Marco Polo Prince Hong Kong, The - Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
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Visited one of the electrical shop along Tsim Sha Chu, my friend from South Africa wanted to buy a SONY computer on display and finally agreed to pay at $6500, but while "waiting for the Sony set to arrive from the warehouse", we were persuaded by the sales staff to change to another Package bell model at $16000. Finally after waited more than 1 hour, he agreed to consider the option but negotiate for the price as he has limited budget, the price was reduced to $13500 and finally confirm at $10500, he thought he got a reasonable price, but the second day visit to the Wanchai computer market, the same model was selling off the rack at $7800.
The tactic of the staff is that they have no intention to sell the SONY model, either they price it low or has not stock at all, while keeping the customer waiting, they use the tackic to convince the customer why they should consider the other model that is suppose to be with better features. Suggestion to potential buyer, don't buy computer laptop at the electrical shops. They are not honest!
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| A Bhuchar |
01 August 2004 |
Stayed at Caritas Bianchi Lodge - Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
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HK is quite tourist/visitor-friendly, with lotsa sign-boards in English and the effective MTR and Ferry Service to travel around. Lotsa shopping bargains esp with Shopping Festival in HK in Jul/Aug. Imitation jewellery/watches/bags/CDs are available, if-you-know-where. Kowloon is an economical option to stay in, esp as Chinese markets are all close-by and HK Island/Central is just a 5 min Ferry-ride away from Tsim Sha Shui. But try to stay close to MTR, if you are lazy! Harbour City/Ocean Centre are not-to-be-missed temptation for the shoppers, while MongKok/Temple Street/Ladies Mkt are must-visit for bargain-hunters.
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| J Fayter |
31 July 2004 |
Stayed at Ritz Carlton, Hong Kong, The - Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
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We traveled from NJ, USA (mother and daughter) for pleasure and business. We toured with Splendid Tours, ate at Yung Lee and Luk Tea House, all were wonderful. No, we didn't eat the 1,000 year old egg given to us as an appetizer, but we did take a picture of it! We also ate in SoHo at the ShangHai restaurant where the owner took our orders and was happy to answer questions for us and share information. Wonderful food and delightful owner and staff. Very clean.
We found the Jewelry Factory in Aberdeen to have extrememly pushy sales associates and purchased items we did not want. Since they have a 100% money back guarantee we were able to return the items we did not want. Needless to say the sales help again tried to push more on us and was not happy about the returns. Seems most all sales people work on commission, so make sure you want what you buy, somethings cannot be returned.
We also toured Kowloon, would never go to the Ladies Market again, it was a hot flea market with very pushy people. We also shopped on Nathan Street and bought two digital cameras, we broke our own rule by not going back to the hotel to check the internet. The salesman told us the camera could not be purchased in the US. We paid $400, only to return to the hotel and check the internet to find it is available and costs $269. Live and learn. We got fooled by the "honesty and helpfulness" of the salesman. We also visited Lantau Island and the Buddha.
The Chinese people are very nice, tolerant of Americans, and never rude. They dress much more appropriately then Americans. No excess skin showed. All wore long pants or skirts, no shorts. You could pick out the Americans, shorts, T-shirts, white sneakers and baseball hats. And the men still forget to take them off in buildings! We knew enough to respect their culture and never wore shorts. It was a once in a lifetime trip and we're glad we went. Hong Kong Island is very safe, they just say to watch out for "people with long fingers" (pickpockets). We were fine walking to and from our hotel at night in the shopping and dining areas. Chinese like their Happy Hour(s), goes on from 5-9pm! Tipping is moderate compared to the US. Some cab drivers refuses a tip! They would only take a very moderate amount (rounded to the next dollar). Very hot in the summer, humidity 80-90%! All the time.
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| R Allen |
27 July 2004 |
Stayed at YMCA - The Salisbury - Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
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The new(ish) museum of Hong Kong is very impressive.
The concierge at the Salisbury recommended a terrific tailor nearby: Linda Chow. She's more expensive than the touts that harrass you on the street, but quality and customer service are excellent.
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| O Soo meng |
17 July 2004 |
Stayed at Stanford Hotel - Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
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Getting around in public transport is no problem at all, if at getting lost, go to the nearest MTR stations to enquire at the Customer Service; ask the shops assistants/ public and the police on beat duty - they are very helpful. We tried the Dim Sum at 50% less, very good but do watch out the timing for it. It is worth the time visiting the Mongkok Wholesale Market which is just within walking distance, good bargain for the lai chee season - average 5 lbs for HK10, some offer 6 lbs. Highly recommended for purchase they are good quality fruits - with small seeds.
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| D Sytnikov |
30 June 2004 |
Stayed at New World Renaissance - Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
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Hong Kong is what you can imagine. If you think it is China you are completely right. This is definitely the East. Think it is UK look at streets and see British style in buses, left side movement, chic hotels. Think it is exotic go to Voeux Road West to see what I have no idea about (I recognized just dried snacks:)) Looking for adult entertainments open Hong Kong guide in your hotel where all the AD is occupied by massage and more
offers. Want to make electronics shopping no problem. By the way the electronics here is cheaper then in Taipei. Want antiquities? Go to Hollywood road. What about oriental dressing? Walk through Southern Kowloon. I found excellent Chinese style silk wardrobe for as much as $400 HKD (about $57 USD) and silk women Chinese top for $290 HKD (about $41). The same things could be sold for 2000 HKD and more but if you are not looking one for museum consider the reasonable price. While arriving to Hong Kong take the free brochures and maps at the train station or airport. I found it very useful to pick my route. Other way you will have some troubles to communicate with locals who (that looks very strange!) hardly speaking English.
Some prices: Taxi Airport Kowloon 300 HKD; Taxi Airport Giant Buddha 150 HKD; Taxi (any place in Kowloon from Avenue of Stars) from 50 to 150 HKD; Left Luggage in the airport 50 HKD for a piece (5 hours). Good dinner in the city 60 70 HKD. Underground railway 4 to 9 HKD per 1 route. Water 6 8 HKD. Coffee 12- 20 HKD. Jade stone handicrafts 90 HKD and more.
And finally it was really nice to visit Shenzen in China (45 min. by train plus customs). Prices 2-3 times lower, skyscrapers growing up and up, new buildings, new factories. But still it is China with red flags, communistic symbols and feelings of uncertainty. So back trip to Hong Kong was like run away to freedom.
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| J Leach |
30 May 2004 |
Stayed at Nikko Hong Kong, Hotel - Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
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The hotel was located in Tsim Tsa Chui, a nice part of Kowloon that had a number of electronic stores, as well as good tailors for suite. I used Camay Tailors in the Peninsula Center to make up a few suits for me. When shopping for electronics, do your research beforehand. Also, I do not recommend the stores with the big neon signs out front. They are usually dishonest. Everyone recommended Fortress Electronics to me, as they were reputable. The prices were not much better than the big stores in the States, however. The Hotel Nikko is also located right next to a high speed ferry to the central district of Hong Kong Island. Central is known for it's high end shops and more business-like atmosphere.
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| D Fernandes |
15 May 2004 |
Stayed at Bishop Lei International - Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
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Take the Airport Express from and to the airport. Especially for 1/2 travellers HKD180 for return fare. Airport to Hong Kong in 23 minutes flat. Could a taxi get you there that fast?
Ocean Park is a "must see". Set aside at least 4 hours for the visit. Got some good silk neckties at Stanley market. Use the public transport (buses and trains) as far as possible. Available at short intevals, quick to destinations and air-conditioned. No need to splurge on taxis.
"Lord Stanley at the Curry Pot" behind Stanley Market and "Bombay Dreams" at Windham Road can be tried if you are partial to Indian food.
Shopping at Watsons and Wellcome stores recommended - Variety under one roof, if you're pressed for time.
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| A Mazur |
08 May 2004 |
Stayed at Shamrock Hotel - Hong Kong, Hong Kong.
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Kowloon is an interesting place full of tourist attractions - Bird and Flower Market, Night Market, Taoist Temple. I got a bit lost when I went to explore Bird and Flower Market but I found it eventually, and it really is worth seeing. Night Market is a perfect place if you're hungry in the evening or look for a souvenir, and the range is impressive - you can choose from 'antiquities', mad toys for kids, CDs, clothes...On the way back to wherever you're going next you can take the airport bus, much cheaper than the train.
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