Welcome to Hong Kong and Macau!
Hello everyone and welcome to 2009! I shall begin with a few scenes from last year-end’s visit to Hong Kong and Macau.
Hong Kong
In a subway was this reminder not to push and not to rush. We desperately need this same message here! HODEE (Cantonese for ‘doing it better’) is the origami rabbit mascot. The link will show you how to fold HODEE.
Bumped into a chopsticks shop.
My sister’s bag was ‘seated next to’ her while we dined in yè shanghai.
Macau
Welcome to my suite in the Venetian!
Overly luxurious! 2 TVs, 2 bathroom sinks, 1 shower cubicle, 1 bathtub, 5 pieces of hanging artwork…
Festivita Food Court, 3rd floor in the Venetian.
I didn’t get to stay in the Venetian in Vegas when hub and I were there some time back but now Macau has made up for it.
On Mount Fortress with the towering lotus-shaped Grand Lisboa in view.
A thin slice of what’s left of the Cathedral of St. Paul.
Travel jots:
- On the last day of the trip, we hopped onto a free shuttle service from the Venetian to the ferry terminal to catch a ride on the Turbojet that took us to the airport in Hong Kong. And because our flight was with Cathay Pacific, we could check-in the luggage (at the ferry terminal) that went straight to our plane. Those who were taking the SQ flight had to lug luggage onto the ferry.
- Travellers arriving by ferry from Macau to Skypier (the ferry terminal at Hong Kong International Airport) can claim the Air Passenger Departure Tax refund of HKD120. Kids under 12 are exempted though. A refund coupon should be given when you check-in for your flight at Skypier. Cash can be collected at a counter after security screening.
- HKD is widely accepted in Macau, even in cabs and street stalls, and you should tell whoever you’re paying to that you want your change in HKD. However do expect to receive some loose change in MOP (Macau Pataca). Since money changers back home don’t buy/sell MOP, I consolidated all the notes we had and quickly changed them at Travelex at the airport in Hong Kong.
- New Yaohan is the only Japanese multi-storey department store in Macau. 7th floor is a supermarket, 8th floor is a food court serving an international menu.
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From M.Kate
Happy New Year and nice tour Clara, I had wanted to go to Macau this year, and probably may come back later and ask you for some tips..if you dont mind.
I really thought you will there until Chinese New Year :D
2009.01.08 @ 12:04 pm
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From tea time and roses
Hello Clara!
Happy New Year to you! Wishing you and your family all the best in 2009! Hong Kong looks wonderful, oh how I wish I could visit someday! What a lovely place, and beautiful photos! By the way, I am having a little giveaway and would love for you to be a part. So if time permits please drop by!:o) Enjoy the rest of your week!
Smiles…
Beverly
2009.01.09 @ 6:42 am
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From Kitem
i guess you are a multi millionaire ti stay in that suite at the Venetian!! aren’t you?
Happy wealthy healthy new year Clara.2009.01.11 @ 5:14 am
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From Liz
Happy New Year to you too! Looks like an amazing trip! I’m not familiar with Macau – I’m going to have to get out my atlas…
2009.01.11 @ 10:08 am
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From BUSIR
Happy new year !Happy to see that your back !i just made Hodee ,the last steps were not easy .I could’nt wait to try !
2009.01.14 @ 12:16 am
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