Author Topic: Hong Kong Master Thread (Read 406752 times)

PlatinumGuy · « **Reply #480 on:** May 05, 2014, 05:31:34 AM »

Quote from: pizzahut on May 05, 2014, 05:21:54 AM

ive been there.

Hong Kong?

pizzahut · « **Reply #481 on:** May 05, 2014, 06:48:08 AM »

Quote from: PlatinumGuy on May 05, 2014, 05:31:34 AM

Hong Kong?

yessir. Its really nice. The JCC has some very nice facilities including restaurants and a store.

moish · « **Reply #482 on:** May 07, 2014, 08:27:24 PM »

i stayed at the sheraton for shabbos. it was not too far from KZ

ajs625 · « **Reply #483 on:** May 07, 2014, 10:04:07 PM »

Quote from: moish on May 07, 2014, 08:27:24 PM

i stayed at the sheraton for shabbos. it was not too far from KZ

Were they shabbos friendly?

moish · « **Reply #484 on:** May 08, 2014, 06:00:06 AM »

Quote from: ajs625 on May 07, 2014, 10:04:07 PM

Were they shabbos friendly?

from what i recall, yes

morgs · « **Reply #485 on:** May 14, 2014, 04:46:20 PM »

Anybody been to HKG in the summer that can comment on how bad the weather really is in August? Does it really rain every day (the type that ruins a day or mild?)? Is it really unbearable outside for more than 10 mins? If you cant really spend time outside bec. of the heat then is it not worth it bec. you won't want to go around and see the sites, etc.? Any info on this would be greatly appreciated?
PS-Traveling with a wife and 22 month old as well-if that makes a difference.....

chucksterace · « **Reply #486 on:** May 14, 2014, 04:48:05 PM »

Ill b there this weekend. If that would help.

EMCC · « **Reply #487 on:** May 14, 2014, 11:15:55 PM »

Quote from: morgs on May 14, 2014, 04:46:20 PM

Anybody been to HKG in the summer that can comment on how bad the weather really is in August? Does it really rain every day (the type that ruins a day or mild?)? Is it really unbearable outside for more than 10 mins? If you cant really spend time outside bec. of the heat then is it not worth it bec. you won't want to go around and see the sites, etc.? Any info on this would be greatly appreciated?
PS-Traveling with a wife and 22 month old as well-if that makes a difference.....

You can expect it to rain every day. Rain in Hong Kong is really not a big deal though because everything is indoors....

moish · « **Reply #488 on:** May 15, 2014, 07:06:11 AM »

the only thing is you wont get a great picture from the peak

Marco Polo · « **Reply #489 on:** May 15, 2014, 08:29:22 AM »

Quote from: morgs on May 14, 2014, 04:46:20 PM

Anybody been to HKG in the summer that can comment on how bad the weather really is in August? Does it really rain every day (the type that ruins a day or mild?)? Is it really unbearable outside for more than 10 mins? If you cant really spend time outside bec. of the heat then is it not worth it bec. you won't want to go around and see the sites, etc.? Any info on this would be greatly appreciated?
PS-Traveling with a wife and 22 month old as well-if that makes a difference.....

In April, we got "stuck" in the rain for an hour trying to find the Big Bus with our 6 month old. Was not fun. Plan activities you can do inside as a backup to going around in case it really doesn't stop raining.

EMCC · « **Reply #490 on:** May 28, 2014, 11:49:46 PM »

I am spending the night tonight in Hong Kong. I need suggestions for hotels. I am looking at 3 hotels now, all about the same price ($110). Should I stay in the Traders Hotel (by Shangri-La), the Hyatt Regency in ShaTin or the Crowne Plaza Kowloon East???

Marco Polo · « **Reply #491 on:** May 29, 2014, 09:09:19 AM »

Quote from: EMCC on May 28, 2014, 11:49:46 PM

I am spending the night tonight in Hong Kong. I need suggestions for hotels. I am looking at 3 hotels now, all about the same price ($110). Should I stay in the Traders Hotel (by Shangri-La), the Hyatt Regency in ShaTin or the Crowne Plaza Kowloon East???

HRTST is supposed to be nice and they will give you a phone for the day.

chucksterace · « **Reply #492 on:** May 29, 2014, 09:42:39 AM »

Quote from: Marco Polo on May 29, 2014, 09:09:19 AM

HRTST is supposed to be nice and they will give you a phone for the day.

It is a great hotel, my go to whenever I am there. Phone feature is very handy. Used it last time

EMCC · « **Reply #493 on:** May 29, 2014, 11:48:26 AM »

It is almost triple the price.... I ended up booking the Crowne Plaza Kowloon East. It is very far from anything but it is a decent hotel. I got it for about $90 after fees and I got an upgraded room.

chucksterace · « **Reply #494 on:** May 29, 2014, 04:45:56 PM »

Just a recap of my short weekend trip to Hong Kong.

I was there May 15th to May 19th. I flew Cathay Pacific first class from ORD-HKG. It was a nice long flight, but I kind of wish it was longer.

. My return flight was to Israel, I flew HKG-BKK-TLV (CX, LY), nothing special.

In Hong Kong I stayed at the Hyatt Regency TST using my free anniversary night and two nights points. My second time there and most likely where I would stay in the future. Great hotel, GREAT location. You can get to the MTR (subway) without even stepping outside. Great for when its raining or way TOO hot. Plus, they now give you a free phone to use while you are there which is very convenient. For shabbat I ate at the Chabad across the street. They are very welcoming and super awesome. I look forward to going back to them again next time I go to town.

Did the usual night markets. Got a bunch of random things. Cufflinks, lasers, fake wallets and belt. Also went to Ocean Park - expensive, but I guess do it once, then no more!!

For my last night I stayed at the Conrad. Wow. Top notch hotel. The service was amazing as well. I stayed on a free night from the cc signup. Got upgraded to the executive floor with the harbor view and lounge access (only gold status from the CC). They had kosher mini boxes of cereals for breakfast and hard boiled eggs. Don't forget to ask for turndown service, they give you a cute little teddy bear with the Conrad Hong Kong stitched into it.

Finally, the airport express train is clean, comfy, and fast. Going to start taking that instead of a taxi. I don't recommend going to Hong Kong in the summer,, WAY TOO HOT AND HUMID!!!

But once again, another successful trip. Thank you Citi bank for giving me 100k miles to support my trip. (67.5k ORD-HKG CX F; HKG-BKK-TLV 30k J.

morgs · « **Reply #495 on:** May 30, 2014, 10:12:29 AM »

Quote from: chucksterace on May 29, 2014, 04:45:56 PM

In Hong Kong I stayed at the Hyatt Regency TST using my free anniversary night and two nights points. My second time there and most likely where I would stay in the future. Great hotel, GREAT location. You can get to the MTR (subway) without even stepping outside. Great for when its raining or way TOO hot. Plus, they now give you a free phone to use while you are there which is very convenient. For shabbat I ate at the Chabad across the street. They are very welcoming and super awesome. I look forward to going back to them again next time I go to town.

Finally, the airport express train is clean, comfy, and fast. Going to start taking that instead of a taxi. I don't recommend going to Hong Kong in the summer,, WAY TOO HOT AND HUMID!!!

Wow!! nice!! can you tell me about HRTST-are they shabbos friendly? did they upgrade you at all?
Is the weather there really unbearable-I am planning on going in August with my wife and 22 month old-will we really not enjoy because of the weather-should we cancel our plans and go elsewhere (is it really more unbearable than Israel and Europe in the summer?)? Thanks so much in advance!!

chucksterace · « **Reply #496 on:** May 30, 2014, 10:16:16 AM »

Quote from: morgs on May 30, 2014, 10:12:29 AM

Wow!! nice!! can you tell me about HRTST-are they shabbos friendly? did they upgrade you at all?
Is the weather there really unbearable-I am planning on going in August with my wife and 22 month old-will we really not enjoy because of the weather-should we cancel our plans and go elsewhere (is it really more unbearable than Israel and Europe in the summer?)? Thanks so much in advance!!

Regarding Shabbat you need to go in a elevator so AYLOR. But regarding shabbas, all the staff know when you go up to them and ask then know what you are talking about. And on Shabbat Day they came up to my room right on the dot - 9:30am, right when I asked for the night before. Very precise and helpful.

The difference between HK and Israel is that it is MUCH MORE HUMID!! I went in October also and it was a bunch for bearable and nicer then.

Dan · « **Reply #497 on:** May 30, 2014, 10:21:07 AM »

Quote from: morgs on May 30, 2014, 10:12:29 AM

are they shabbos friendly?

Not unless you use non-shabbos elevators.

morgs · « **Reply #498 on:** May 30, 2014, 10:24:24 AM »

Thanks!! is it humid enough that you cant stay outdoors for more than a few minutes or would you say its manageable-sorry for the nitty gritty- I just dont want to spend all those points/$$$ and then have a miserable time there cause it was to hot to leave the hotel..... Thanks again!!

chucksterace · « **Reply #499 on:** May 30, 2014, 10:29:49 AM »

Quote from: morgs on May 30, 2014, 10:24:24 AM

Thanks!! is it humid enough that you cant stay outdoors for more than a few minutes or would you say its manageable-sorry for the nitty gritty- I just dont want to spend all those points/$$$ and then have a miserable time there cause it was to hot to leave the hotel..... Thanks again!!

I went out during the day, but always snuck into busses, trains, or stores whenever I could just to get out of the heat. When I went to the markets, I went to just get what I needed not roam around or explore, then straight back to the hotel

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